Our go-to place in Betanzos for excellent torilla espana and the local white wine served in a bowl…read more Casa Miranda has been the traditional hands down winner of the annual Betanzos Torilla Festival held every October. Last year the crown was won by the bar across the alley from them but in our opinion Casa Miranda has not lost a step. We have to say we have never had a better tortilla. We have yet to find anything on their menu that dissatisfies. Funky old world decor, and normally packed with those in-the-know about where to get honest food and reasonable prices. Beware though they do get busy and its best to come early or scout it out to go when there is a break in the action. Table service is fine but for better service and a more interactive experience stand at the bar.....it's great. We will be back.

Homey feel with few tourists and delicious food! Refreshing local beer as well. The calamari,…read morepotato egg omelet(?), and meatball were excellent.

Great place for tapas in A. Coruna. Very active and great people. Perfect way to start the evening…read more Highly recommend the tortilla, meatballs and croquetas.

Melt-in-your-mouth Octopus…read more This place is so good we went back the next time we were in A Coruña. It's also easy to get to - just a couple of short blocks from the main square (the one with the Obelisk). I have never had Octopus so tender and flavorful. The generous portion comes with potatoes, crusty bread and a starter for 20 Euros. Also enjoyed a couple of glasses of Estrella beer - so refreshing. Also recommend the Scallops and the Prawns. The staff is welcoming and attentive. If you have never tried Octopus, get out of you safety zone and give it a go - I'm betting you will be glad you did.

After spending four hours touring A Coruña and soaking in all its historical charm, we found…read moreourselves absolutely starving at 12:00 PM. The tour had mentioned that octopus is one of the most beloved dishes in A Coruña, so I knew I had to try it. But where? I turned to Yelp and searched for the best octopus nearby. My answer appeared almost immediately, A Taberna de Cunqueiro, just a five-minute walk through the enchanting old town, boasting nearly a 5-star rating with 37 reviews. When we arrived, the place was packed, buzzing with locals and tourists alike. Just as I was scanning the room, probably looking a bit lost, a friendly waitress caught my eye. With a big smile and a cheerful "hola," she seated us right away. She went above and beyond, recommending the best tapas selections to start, and before we even had a chance to order, she brought over a warm bowl of potaje and jamón ham con pan--such a thoughtful touch! We ordered two refreshing local draft beers, Estrella de Galicia, and dug into the delicious appetizers. The casa croquettes, Iberian ham, small scallops, and of course, the Galician octopus, were all simply amazing. Each bite was a true taste of Galicia's culinary brilliance. After a second round of beers, we were so stuffed that we had to call it a day just as they were preparing to close at 2:00 PM for their lunch break. This spot has an amazing vibe and you can tell it's one of the locals favorite as it reas full of young people adding to the energy. This place quickly became one of my favorite while in A Coruña and merits multiple visits. Did I also mention that owner was in the kitchen making sure this packed place functioned like a well oiled machine. The vibe is so authentic, the staff are incredibly friendly, and the food? Unforgettable. I couldn't even imagine giving anything short of 5 star review definitely be back next time I'm in town!

The food here is top notch, and the service is friendly. It didn't feel that touristy, but since…read moreit's in a major tourist city and is listed as a Bib Gourmand, I assume they get a lot of non-Spanish speakers. The waiter offered to help us and brought out dishes he told us about. The only thing that caught my attention was that there was an item on the bill that we didn't receive. This could have been an accident or intentional, but in either case, there was a breakdown in communication. There was another item that was discussed that we did not receive, but luckily, that was not on the bill. It's a great place to eat and drink, but as with all restaurants in tourist areas, check the final bill.

I have had pulpo in so many places but this was the best I've ever had. There were different…read moreoptions but we chose to put ourselves in the chefs hands and what a great choice! Everything was simply made but so well made- delicious. Razor clams, langoustines, cockles, sea bass, great bread, great house wine and great service. Probably favorite spot here to eat!

We came in for a quick, late lunch (even for the area) and they allowed us in. The day's menu is…read morewritten on a board and we selected a handful of things to share between the two of us. They also brought us sangria even though sangria isn't a thing in this region. The restaurant is straightforward with tables and chairs and if there was decor, I didn't notice. The highlight is the food. The food is amazing. We tried a cheese thing, croquettes and even their version of Mexican tacos. I loved everything and had a hard time deciding which was my favorite. Frank is a gem and I'm glad to have had the opportunity to eat here. Definitely go here if you're in the area.

This place has the most amazing cheese, jamon, bread and wine. It is unusual for not having a…read morekitchen, but it really doesn't matter when you have jamon as good as they do. At opening times, tables are ready with bottles of wine and food, for their loyal clinetele. The smell of this place is heavenly. Most of the other places nearby also serve good wine and fabulous tapas.

We made it - 113km on foot from Sarria to Santiago de Compostela in 5 days! Our last leg was…read moremarred by rain from the start which got heavier by the hour. We were in raincoats and Gortex shoes, but they could only do so much. We all broke down in tears when we made the turn from Arco de Palacio to Plaza del Obradoiro because there it was, the archcathedral, standing gallantly on our left. We hugged each other, said a prayer, took some photos, got our compostela (certificate), and then looked for a place to eat. From the plaza, we headed down Rúa do Franco and landed at A Taberna do Bispo. There was a long wait to seat our party of seven together, so we ended up on two tables. Champiñones A La Plancha - These griddled button mushrooms were the perfect way to get our veggies in. Boquerones En Vinagre - These were the herbiest anchovies we had during our camino. They were served with green and purple olives. Calamarcitos A La Plancha - Just like the mushrooms and anchovies, these grilled baby squids were served in olive oil with herbs. They were very tender and tasty. Mejillones - We finally got steamed mussels done properly. So much better than the ones we had at Sarria. Solomillo De Terneira Montaditos - These veal tenderloins were awesome. Perfectly seared medium-rare, each was served on bread and topped with shishito pepper. Vieira A La Plancha Con Langostinos - Lovely to look at, heaven to eat - that's how to best describe this dish! Each half-shell scallop had two plump prawns and they were grilled and drizzled with the same olive oil concoction they used in the other dishes. So delicious! The restaurant was elegant-looking and had the vibe of a tourist trap, but we did not regret going here. There were other items on the menu that we could have tried, but we simply would not have been able to finish if we did. Our server was very friendly and had plenty of recommendations, one of which was the scallop. We were so glad we ordered them!

I had lunch at A Taberna do Bispo after a wonderful citywide tour of Santiago de Compostela. It was…read morethe perfect spot to relax and enjoy a break. We ordered cold bottled beers, which were refreshing after the long day, ham, and of course, we had to try the octopus. It was tender and flavorful--definitely a highlight of the meal! The ambiance was lively, and the service was prompt, though it got a bit crowded as the afternoon went on. Overall, a great place to experience local flavors in a bustling atmosphere. I'd gladly return!