The Best Tapas Bars in Granada - Handpicked by Locals

In Granada, when you order a beer or a glass of wine, it usually comes with a small plate of food, something like a sandwich or a simple appetizer. This is called a tapa, and it's typically free.

Things like tortilla, pincho moruno, octopus, or Russian salad are known locally as 'tapiya', and they're expected to be included with your drink, no extra charge.


But going out for tapas in Granada isn't just about getting a bite to eat with your drink. It's a fun way to get into the vibe of the town, the people, the energy, all the little things that make it special. After a few stops, you start to feel like you really get the place.

The Most Typical Tapas in Granada

Some of the most typical tapas in Granada include requeté (melva salad with red pepper), pipirrana (a salad of cucumber, tomato, peppers, and onion), remojón (cod with orange and olives), stuffed salaílla (bread topped with olive oil and salt), and la bomba (a baked potato filled with spicy minced meat).

In some bars of Granada, you can select the tapa from the menu, while in others, they will bring you a tapa of their choosing.

The Best Areas for Tapas Bars

Every bar in Granada has its own tasty specialty, whether it's omelettes, grilled meat, baked potatoes, pinchitos, or something else entirely.

Some of the best tapas areas include: Plaza de Toros, Elvíra and Navas streets, Albaicín, Carrera del Darro, Paseo de los Tristes, Realejo, Plaza Nueva, etc.

Here is our guide to the best tapas bars in Granada, grouped by area:

Top Tapas Bars in the Albaicín

Here we'll guide you through some of the most iconic tapas bars and restaurants in the Albacin, one of the most emblematic neighborhoods of Granada.

The Plaza de San Miguel Bajo is one of the typical squares in the Albaicin, with numerous tapas bars where you can enjoy specialties such as fried fish, Alpujarreño loin, aubergines with honey, or 'patata a lo pobre' at Mesón El Yunque, Bar Ocaña or cafe bar Mirador de La Lona.

El Picoteo - Good Tapas and Great Atmosphere

l Pictaga stands out among the tapas bars in the Albaicin, offering a great place to enjoy tapas and wine.

It has two locations in the Albaicín: el Picoteo (for tapas) and Casa Torcuato restaurant.

What makes Casa Torcuato special?

The restaurant offers high-quality food, ranging from homemade traditional recipes to modern dishes.

They offer a good selection of delicious tapas and rations, including blood sausage with caramelized onions, croquettes, fried anchovies, and battered eggplant strips.

Located on a quiet, traffic-free street, it has a nice terrace, a pleasant atmosphere, and good music.

Opening Hours and Contact Details

Opening Hours: Wednesday, Thursday, and Sunday from 12:30 to 16:00, Friday and Saturday from 20:00 to 23:30. Closed on Monday and Tuesday.

Contact Details: Address: El Picoteo Casa Torcuato, Calle Agua del Albayzín 20, 18010 Granada. Telephone: 958 292 380.

Top Tapas Bars in Paseo de los Tristes & Carrera del Darro

On the picturesque banks of the River Darro, you’ll find several bars with terraces at the foot of the Alhambra.

The scenic beauty of the illuminated Nasrid monument, combined with the pleasant breeze from the river, makes it a popular spot during the summer.

Unfortunately, most of the bars and restaurants in this area are typical tourist traps.

You can have a beer on one of the terraces in Paseo de los Tristes, right below the Alhambra and enjoy the views, but there are better places to eat in the area.

Here, we've selected some of the tapas bars near Paseo de los Tristes and Carrera del Darro that offer excellent food and service.

Bar La Hermosa on the Paseo de los Tristes

A unique place with a cozy atmosphere; a quiet spot with modern and inviting decor.

It is located to the left of the restaurant Ruta del Azafran, marked by a small sign that's easy to miss.

What makes Bar La Hermosa special?

While it doesn't offer views of the Alhambra, it's the best option on the Paseo de los Tristesto try craft beers and quality tapas.

It has funky decor, and its food and beers stand out from the mainstream offerings. Here, you can discover tasty local brews, such as Sacromonte beer, brewed right in Granada.

To accompany the beer, they serve homemade, high-quality tapas made with local ingredients.

Bar La Hermosa doesn’t have a kitchen, so they serve cold tapas like sausages, cheeses, toasts, pâtés, and more.

Opening Hours and Contact Details

Opening hours: Wednesday to Sunday from 12:00 to 16:00 and from 20:00 to 00:00, Tuesday from 20:00 to 00:00, Monday: closed.

Contact Details: Bar La Hermosa, Carrera del Darro 51 Local, 18010 Granada. Telephone: 958 049 114.

Top Tapas Bars in Plaza Nueva

Plaza Nueva and its adjacent streets form a lively area with many tapas bars, making it a perfect place to stop for a beer.

Plaza Nueva is a charming square located in the shadow of the Alhambra. However, it has many average, tourist-trap places, with only a few quality tapas bars to choose from.

Here, we have selected some of the most emblematic places for tapas in this area, offering the best of traditional Andalusian cuisine.

Bar La Trastienda - Best Iberian Sausages

It's a very original place, completely different from other bars in Granada. Upon entering, you'll find a small shop selling a variety of products such as ham, sausages, and cheeses.

If you didn't know, you might think it’s just a shop, but behind the counter, there’s a small dining area with stools and tables where you can enjoy a glass of wine or beer.

What makes La Trastienda special?

With an extensive menu, this place offers not only delicious tapas but also a fantastic selection of platters, including meats, cheeses, pâtés, and various sausages.

La Trastienda doesn't have a kitchen, so it mainly serves cold tapas. It also offers a selection of exquisite vermouth.”

The prices are somewhat higher than at other bars in the area.

Opening Hours and Contact Details

Opening Hours: Monday to Friday from 19:30 to 01:00, Saturday from 12:30 to 16:30 and from 19:30 to 01:00. Sunday closed.

Contact Details: Address: Bar La Trastienda, Plaza de Cuchilleros, 11, 18009 Granada. Telephone: 958 226 965.

Top Tapas Bars Near Plaza de Toros

One of the most interesting tapas areas in Granada is located beneath the stalls of the Plaza de Toros (Bull Ring).

Although it is not a typical tapas area and doesn't have as many emblematic bars as other neighborhoods in Granada, there are still some very interesting places here.

Among them, we have selected the most welcoming bars with distinctive decor and atmosphere where you can stop for a snack.

La Maestranza Tapas Bar

A good spot for tapas in the bullring area. The interior is spacious, although the terrace is small.

What makes La Maestranza special?

The interior décor combines bullfighting and football themes. Ideal for football fans, it has a TV where you can enjoy a game with friends.

You can choose your tapa from more than twenty varieties.

The tapas are quite large, roughly the size of half portions. Two or three rounds will be enough to fill you up.

Their specialty is roasted ham. We also recommend trying their hamburger, shrimp omelette, chicken skewers, and flavorful beef meatballs.

Friendly and efficient staff help create a great atmosphere.

Contact Details

Contact Details: Address: La Maestranza Tapas Bar, 18012, Calle Dr. Víctor Escribano, 2, 18012 Granada. Telephone: 958 097 711.

Top Tapas Bars Near Puerta Real and Navas Street

Near Puerta Real, you'll find many emblematic bars in the city, most with terraces where you can try typical cuisine from Granada and enjoy a cold beer.

The Navas street is a pedestrian area with many traditional bars. It has long been a favorite spot in Granada for tapas.

These are the most popular bars among sevillanos and, in our opinion, the best options for tapas near Puerta Real and Calle Navas.

Fogón de Galicia - Exquisite Galician Octopus

Located at the beginning of the famous picturesque Calle Navas, it's a lively, informal place full of locals.

What makes Fogón de Galicia special?

A cozy place offering a great selection of tapas typical of the Galicia region. The portions are generous and of excellent quality, with a good value for the price.

Both the meat and fish are excellent, with specialties including grilled Galician-style octopus and Iberian pork neck.

The waiters are warm and friendly while maintaining a professional attitude.

Opening Hours and Contact Details

Opening Hours: open every day from 12:00 to 16:00 and from 20:00 to 00:00.

Contact Details: Fogón de Galicia, Calle Navas, 4, 18009 Granada. Telephone: 958 992 483.

Top Tapas Bars in the Realejo

The Realejo is one of the oldest neighborhoods of Granada located between the Alhambra and Plaza Nueva.

The Campo del Principe is the main square in the Realejo, a great place to enjoy a drink on one of its many terraces

There are plenty of original quality places in Realejo to choose from that offer delicious, unique tapas:

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