One of the spots that Bourdain visited although I didn't have much time decided to give them a try…read more I got there right when they opened (12:30) and lunch doesn't really start til later out here so had the whole place to myself. Smaller, cozy full of character Bar area and the whole place is filled with bottles. 5 tables outside but for me inside was much more interesting. I ordered a Verdejo and my Server brought out a complimentary tomato Tapa and Salami. Tomatoes were super fresh and slightly salted-delicious! Everything on the menu looked good! I ordered the Sturgeon, Foie Gras and White Sausage. The Sturgeon was exquisite with the tomatoes and peppers pairing perfectly! Should have taken the big order. Foie Gras and white sausage (mild) were simple, tasty and didn't disappoint. My Server was friendly and worked to bring out the dishes as they were ready given my time crunch. About an 8 minute walk from the city center and well worth it. Make the stop for some high quality/reasonably priced Tapas and Wine in a unique space.

Was stuck trying to find somewhere to eat upon arrival to Granada - walked over to this spot after…read moreseveral other restaurants in the area were still closed and - true to form - La Tana was still setting up for open. We finally got a table and were able to order a few tapas and drinks. I really enjoyed it. Everything we tasted was delicious. Well worth a stop if in the area

I have had the pleasure of staying at the Finca Listonero a few times now, normally a week at a…read moretime. Having always enjoyed my stay I thought it was time to post a review. It is only a short drive from the sea and close to so many lovely Spanish villages and towns you can really see wonderful rural Spain. They provide such a relaxing stay, exceptionally helpful and the food is very great. It is sometimes too tempting to never leave and explore, but you must resist and see this wonderful part of Spain. However do indulge in cooked breakfast, sets you up nicely for a day of exploring. I enjoy the unlimited walks surrounding the Finca, you can walk for miles in almost any direction but good walking shoes are a must. The food is very high quality and I do choose to dine there at least several times when I stay, the menu is always different and seems to take influence from almost any country but with a Spanish twist. For example I love their chicken satay starter or the oh so Spanish sardines, for mains the pork secreto or the Spanish chicken casserole. I have even had the pleasure of fresh pizza cook in their outdoor oven. Anyway highly recommend for dining or getaway.

From the owner: Boutique Guest house in the valley of the Sierra Cabrera. Our restaurant is open to non-residents…read more We have nine bedrooms all en-suite wet rooms, disable access and a disable friendly room. Private pool for residents only with access for disabled. Close to Cortijo Grande golf course, a short drive to Mojacar and beaches. Almeria airport only a 40 minute drive away from junction 520 on the A7. Cabo de Gato 30 minutes away, several golf courses close by. International cuisine using only local produce vegetarians and vegans welcome. Ideal for weekend breaks, private parties, walking holidays, corporate bookings welcome, small wedding receptions, christenings and other celebrations. Wifi, air conditioned, underfloor heating, free parking, log burning fires for cold winter months. Terraces, two lounges, well stocked bar with specialist collection of gins and panoramic views. Peace and tranquility, horse riding available locally or take a trip on a boat and enjoy fishing in the Med.

Great atmosphere and food. The location, música, light and friendly staff makes it a wonderful…read moreplace. Try the grilled octopus and grilled fish. The diff ice-cream was delicious. Very friendly staff, the food took quite a bit of time to come so we order more bread with Ali-oil which was delicious. At the end of the meal the manager told us we had won a contest and gave us a bottle of cava.

This place is probably a bit of a tourist trap, but we ended up here since they had seating and…read morewere serving food as early as 6:30pm, which is *extremely* early for Spanish dinner. To their credit, the service was the "best" (most attentive, by US standards) of almost anywhere we've been in Spain so far. That said, the food was average and at least partially frozen-reheated. The cod and oxtail were both cooked pretty well, but didn't come out entirely hot. I'm pretty sure the roast potatoes with most dishes were frozen/reheated since they were a bit sqiushy, and so were the green peas and such. Bread came automatically but was commercial and nothing special. It wasn't bad, but it wasn't especially great either.

I'm usually skeptical when a tour guide gives a restaurant recommendation but I'm really glad I…read moreaccepted this one. A classic Spanish tapas bar, noisy and chaotic. The weight staff was impressive, recognizing new arrivals in the crowded quickly getting us drinks, taking care of everything after a couple of beers, we got a table. (Note that the restaurant is on both sides of the pedestrian street! ) Our waiter was cheerful and amusing. Although we mostly spoke Spanish, his English was quite good in the din of the small room. Better was the food . A really pleasant surprise. A major plus is the atmosphere which feels really authentically Spanish with a largely local crowd that night. Enjoyed it thoroughly.

We found out about this place via Tripadvisor- originally we just wanted to check out their olive…read moreoil selection and perhaps bring some back home. But once we heard about their food/wine tasting, we made sure that we put forth our best effort in finding this place on our last day in Granada. We actually went there twice- the first time we thought they were closed, but it turns out that we didn't find the right entrance. Anyway, if you want to have the food/wine tasting dinner, you pretty much need to make a reservation ahead of time. (Although we lucked out that evening without one). The place is really small, and won't seat more than 9 people. The tasting is meant to give tourists a sense of what the locals typically eat and drink. The food is simple, fresh, and worth every euro you pay (~30-40 EU/person). You have the option to purchase some of things you get to taste (olive oil, wine, Jamon Iberico, etc.) when the meal is finished. The owner Francisco is a super nice old man who explains every bit of what is brought to your table. We ended up tasting 5 different wines, 3 different olive oils, and so many courses of tasty food (small courses, as it's a tasting) that our meal took roughly 2.5 hours to finish. Don't come here planning to have a fast meal. You need the time to thoroughly enjoy what's placed in front of you. La Oliva is an absolute "Must-visit" if you're in Granada.

7 years ago I lived in Granada while I was studying at the university. Before moving back home to…read moreKansas, I bought presents for family and friends. My dad is into cooking and fine ingredients, so I had to get him some high quality olive oil from Granada. The only problem was that I knew nothing about olive oil. Luckily enough, I walked up calle Varela everyday from my Residencia to the Centro de Lenguas Modernas where my classes were. On this walk, I saw the sign for La Oliva down one of the small side streets almost every day. After months of this routine, I finally dropped in to La Oliva to see if it could help me find the olive oil I wanted to get my dad. Upon entering, I met the owner Francisco and he carefully taught me about the differences between the different olive oils and sent me on my way with three unique bottles of oil to give my dad. This impressed upon me such a positive experience because it was so rare in Spain that someone would have the patience to talk to me and teach me about the things in their store. After 7 years hiatus, I just returned to Granada, bringing my brother to show him the sites and to tour southern Spain. Remembering my experience at La Oliva, I decided to drop by again and see if the store was still there, and to buy more olive oil and other authentically regional gifts for friends and family. What a pleasant surprise! Not only was the store still there, but Francisco greeted us with a friendly smile and a genuine delight to have the opportunity to teach us about olive oil and other regional products. Upon telling him that I'd returned after 7 years, he shook my hand and gave me his genuine thanks! He promptly sat us down and told us he had to go buy some bread so that we could taste the different olive oils. So, we waited while he ran down the block to the panaderia. He returned and gave us samples of 4 different olive oils and sat with us answering our questions about the differences in the oils. He proved incredibly knowledgeable, explaining the differences between organic and conventional oils, why olive oil is so cheap in Spanish groceries, and how the weather and landscape affects the taste of the olives. La Oliva and Francisco are the real deal. If you're looking for a relaxed atmosphere in which you can purchase authentic regional products from Granada and the south of Spain, this is the place to go. Francisco speaks Spanish slowly and in a clear voice and even speaks a fair amount of English as well (he told us that he studied English in Oxford, England several years ago). Beyond olive oil, he also sells turron (regional sweet typically eaten around the winter holidays/festivals), sherry, wine, and a number of produce items. In addition, he also does some catering and private dinner events in the store. While I haven't eaten there, I bet the food would be superb. I cannot recommend this place enough as I think it is perfect for tourists and Spaniards alike who want to learn about and purchase authentic regional specialties. Most importantly, I cannot recommend this place enough because if it's another 7 years before I get the chance to return, I sincerely want La Oliva to still be there!

Delicious food, tapas and main courses. Great beer and tinto de verano too. A good mix of non…read morelocals and locals so it doesn't feel like a tourist trap. Really friendly staff. Visited during the day and there was a nice buzz about

The family was jet lagged and ended up going out for a late dinner tonight at 10pm which is…read moreactually the right time to have dinner in Spain. Stumbled upon this little neighborhood gem so close to our rental apartment and wow. Great service, great atmosphere, there is outdoor seating or indoor with comfortable seating. We ordered the La Piccola Salad (subbed out goat cheese and added Parmesan) which was very tasty, caprese salad, margarita pizza and Sicilian (minus the mortadella). Everything hit the spot perfectly, was served promptly and they even give you a complimentary appetizer when you order your drinks. I would definitely come back!!!

Came here for tapas with the crew. After ordering drinks they promptly came out with complimentary…read moreolives and their tapas, which included bread, potatoes, and a flavorful pork stew dish. Great modern mixed with vintage vibes with legs of jamon dangling off to the side. Hasta luego!

Absolutely delicious place for tapas in Granada!…read more They brought us olives with our drinks, and we enjoyed the jamon iberico, the croquetas, some steak (we ordered the grilled pork shoulder, but the beef was delicious!). The wines by the glass were all lovely options, but you do get what you pay for. Get the more expensive option of the Duero del Ribera. We did not have reservations, but we were there early-ish (8:30PM) on a Monday, so it wasn't a problem.

Tucked into the winding streets of the Albacin, far from the bustle of the city center, El Trillo…read morewas a lovely find for a calm dinner at sunset. We were seated on the terrace with a beautiful view of the Alhambra. The menu included innovative riffs on classic Andalusian dishes. The Iberian pig cheek was meltingly tender yet rich in taste and the Octopus and boletus risotto beautifully balanced the briny sweetness of the octopus with the earthy tones of the boletus (better known as porcini mushrooms in Italian and English) Service was unhurried but attentive creating a lovely setting for quiet conversation.. Their wine list was thoughtfully curated with a focus on smaller Spanish producers offered more than a few delightful choices. Plan to stay a while to sip a glass of wine, savor the flavors, and bask in the last golden rays of the day!

From El Trillo Restaurante, you get the prime view of Alhambra. Particularly if you book a dinner…read morereservation, you will enjoy the sunset view of the golden Alhambra. Though a restaurant can't rely on views to thrive. We found the architecture of the restaurant is also very special. A Buddha statue greets you at the front. You can have the garden seating or balcony seatings that get the glimpse of Alhambra. We chose the latter with following dishes: Arroz Pulpo, and Bacalao a La Plancha. The pan seared cod was tender and fresh coupled w/ fried pumpkins and beans. To add the flavor, three thin slices of pork belly (fat) were placed on top of the cod. The octopus risotto and octopus in black rice were something interesting. Personally I think the black rice octopus was taster than the risotto, which was too rich in butter and cream. The sangria was not that impressive, maybe the red was too dry and not enough of fruits. If you do go there, please remember to spread some mosquitoes repellent. Because while you dine, they also have their meals.