We really enjoyed eating at this restaurant while in Cadiz, so much so that we came back a second…read moretime for dinner. The ambiance like most restaurants in this area is very casual with only outside seating. The seafood was super fresh, literally you go to the cooler/fridge outside the restaurant and pick the fish you like. We tried several different kinds of fish, they were grilled and served with either potatoes or salad. We also tried their fried seafood including the cazon en adobo which was delicious and the ortiguillas ('sea nettle'), which is some sort of shell creature that had an interesting texture. The shrimp tortillitas were also good. On our last night there we decided to also try something other than seafood and had the rabo de toro which was really good, with super tender, fall-off-the-bone meat.

Great and friendly service, the tapas and the fish was extremely good and the location close to the…read morebeach front. Also enjoyed the scenery and the history behind the location.

Very popular & small, make reservations. A unique restaurant that provides options of traditional…read morefoods & some with Asian flare. Some tables were picnic style wood with antiques around the restaurant. Mismatched colored water glasses also help create a unique ambiance. We enjoyed beef entrecotte, baby squid & king prawn tempura, and lettuce wrap type dish. Cheesecake dessert was served in mason jars & good. Recommend dining here when visiting Cadiz .

So great we went twice! The first day was just by chance that we walked by and they had a…read morereservation cancellation just then. We did not know what to expect, then it turned into our favorite food experience during our entire 15 day Spanish vacation. The Tintio de Veranos were just right(we had them both days) and the croquettes changed daily. Day 1 was chorizo and Sriracha, day 2 was beef. Both were fantastic. Chorizo was our favorite. We had the Vietnamese rolls with deep fried mussels. This was so good we debated getting another one. Day 1 also included their special of the day, a beef taco that was excellent again. Day 2 we had the croquette, and the fried cod with artichoke flower. Light and not heavy. Just the right amount of batter. Then we had the ribs, eat them as a lettuce wrap taco. The meat fell off the bones and the flavor was a sticky Asian bbq. We sat outside at the square both days at mid day and enjoyed watching locals sitting for their lunch and heading home for their siesta.

Without a doubt these tapas can be considered art. And the best in Cadiz…read more Located down the southern coast of Cadiz, we came upon Arte Serrano on a late Saturday evening. It was incredibly busy so we opted to stand at the bar. We ordered tinto de verano and began to look through the menu. The menu includes photographs of all of the tapas and they absolutely fairly priced. We ordered three tapas each and were delighted when they arrived. This bar definitely puts the art in food. The presentation is equidisite and the taste is delicious. Our tapas were piping hot and we couldn't help but admire them before devouring them. We were so satisfied with our visit we decided to visit again the next night. The service was pleasant and the food delicious once again. The best in Cadiz, do not miss this place! It's an experience!

If you sit in the bar they have tapas which is nice so you can try a lot of things. The pork filet…read moreis amazing! The tuna tostada special was also very good and the gambas de ajillo were just okay

Good pit stop from and to the train station. There's a selection of the days catch and we decided…read moreon a huge squid. 0.67 kg and we had a heck of a time finishing. Pretty good though, and the batter was light. Lots of locals it seemed, and a very relaxed atmosphere, away from the regular tourist crowd. Service is very friendly albeit the language barrier. Very clean toilets.

We stopped here during Carnaval because there wasn't much open in the area at the time. Although…read morethe garlic shrimp and bread were *delicious* - as was the wine - the service was lacking and it was clear that this was a tourist trap. Although there was a sign on the door that said they took credit cards, we were told that the machine was down and it was cash only. The closest ATM was a couple blocks away. When my husband went inside to pay, he noticed that there was a handwritten sign hidden behind the cash register that mentioned it was cash only. Emphasis on the "hidden." Had we known it was cash only, we wouldn't have gone. Still, it was pleasant to sit on the patio and have a drink and a little nosh after a long day of walking. If you can find another option for food and drink, pass on this place. If you decide to try it, bring cash.

I tried to post this on TripAdvisor but for whatever reason it wouldn't let me post. First, it's a…read morebeautiful spot. Second, the servers were ready to get you a glass of wine and take your orders for tapas. After that?? Peace out. These people wanted nothing else but to clear our table and then ignore us for half an hour as we begged for someone to bring us the check. Some places we have been to in Andalusia have been welcoming, accommodating and hospitable. This isn't one of them. For the money, I definitely do NOT recommend this place. You can do better.

This gem of a restaurant in Arcos de La Frontera is truly excellent. I ordered the goat ribs which…read morewas nothing short of spectacular, rich and tender and spiced with an unusual mix that included cumin and cloves. My wife ordered the tuna on the bone. Superb!! The tuna comes the area around Cadiz which is reputed to be the best in the world. It certainly was for us!!! Great food, wonderful service. Highly recommended.

Food was fine but note it is on the more pricier side of restaurants. That isn't to be expensive…read moresince it is on right on the beach with a beautiful view of the water. I think the food portuon sizes were very small for the price I paid. They also have palpas to rent although there are palapa options right next to it with bigger umbrellas for the same price.

This place was the worst service, we had tortilla with gambas and they gave us the head of the…read moreshrimp with eyes fried in egg sooo disgusting. Along with cold fries, tinto de verano tasted like nothing. We told our waiter and did nothing about it. Worst experience and gross. Would never recommend

This spot. Wooheee…read more We actually learned about it from Lonely Planet, Frommer's or some travel book and all the other tourist's know about is well after seeing the lines for to-go. However, I did spy some local old men trying to enjoy their lunch, as well and they were all drinking a beer and eatin' paella. One side is the tavern, with outside seating and the other side is to go fried fish in a paper cone. The to-go side was PACKED, so we snagged a spot at the bar on the other side and quickly ordered up 4 beers, a tapa size of the paella and a fried fish platter for 2. The paella was delicious and the fried fish platter was huge, with chunks of fried fish, whole fish, calamares, cod croquettes and more. I'm not the most adventurous fish eater, and I went for it. Not fancy at all, but just super fresh seafood, breaded and deep fried. Not a ton of flavor in the breading, but all good. All that food for about $20 USD. Not too shabby.

According to the flowers market vender, this store is good. There was a long line out side on a…read moreSaturday afternoon, we were standing at the bar eating like locals to avoid waiting for a table. The beer is very good with cheaper price than in big cities. The fried fish is their specialty in Cadiz, we had two plates with different seafood, calamari, prawns, three different kinds of fish, they are good but not great! We love the squid salad! The service is fair, a bit slow because of the crowds!

To dine at a traditional local restaurant set in the heart of classical Spanish shoreside town of…read moreCadiz, where Columbus set sail in search of the new world which forever altered the course of history, was both symbolic and romantic. The narrow cobble stone paved streets and a mixture of mid century buildings along with the iconic renaissance period cathedrals gently guide the patrons into this unseeingly venue; while the facade's hidden in plain sight, the interior is warm and charming with a long marble bar stretches across the entire storefront follow by the main dining section separated by a pair of wooden framed glass doors finished in old-time dark varnish. The similar theme is carried out through the entire dining area: hand painted blue Spanish plates and black-n-white photos hanging on the walls, dark accent wainscoting and lintels supported by corbels accentuate each dividing room while contrasting against the white table linens creating a typical Spanish coastal scenery. The food is equally memorable with main focus on sea food dishes, although the Spaniards couldn't live without their beloved cured ham (Jamón serrano) for each meal, thinly sliced and aged to perfection severed with soft potato lightly seasoned and drizzled with olive oil delivering a well balanced flavor profile. The baked shrimps with sea salt is another constant in the stable though if over cooked makes de-shelling a bit challenging. The roots for Paella extend deep into the traditional Spanish cuisine with mixture of fresh seafoods, blend of spics all absorbed by the rich and creamy rice. The sea salt covered fish was the highlight of the evening: fresh caught whole fish covered entirely by coarse sea salt then baked in oven while being seasoned throughout the process, then filleted and deboned on cart before severing. The service is equally impressive with plate changing in between each course of the meal along with proper paring diner-ware making the dining experience ever more enjoyable in the back drop of the western Spanish coast.

Do not eat here. Not only was the food terrible but it was expensive! We got much better food at…read morethe small neighborhood bars for a lot less.