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Taking advantage of the fact that Conil de la Frontera has just become the Gastronomic City 2024, we have selected some of the foodie stops you will have to make if this year you decide to visit the town of Conil de la Frontera. Of course, there is no shortage of seafood and garden products with all the essence of Conil so you can enjoy its gastronomy to the fullest. Take note of where to eat in Conil de la Frontera!
El Pasaje
Restaurant founded in 1929, its cuisine is based on regional dishes. It has a large terrace overlooking the sea. Each dish is thought in detail to highlight the raw material of Conil. Although the basis of its menu is simple and traditional, it does not lack innovative details that surprise the senses. Its cuisine is a reflection of the love they put into each of the dishes.
Written by Fernando Huidobro
¿Where? Paseo Marítimo, s/n
Venta Melchor
Although they are currently closed for renovation, it is a place where you can always go with full confidence that this house responds to the professionalism that its owners profess and that is amply demonstrated. Care in its aesthetics of serious restaurant of white table linen and good service; care in the provision of good products of the zone and in preserving recipes and plates of the place; care in betting, investing and updating the Cadiz and Andalusian sale that so much importance has for its gastronomy.
Written by Fernando Huidobro
Where? Zona Comercial El Colorado, C.N. 340, Km 18, Salida 15-A48 – 11.149 Conil de la Frontera (Cádiz)
Cooking Almadraba
If you are a lover of Almadraba tuna, here you will find its authentic temple. It is a modern place where everything revolves around the wild tuna so prized in this area. In fact, they have their own Almadraba: Petata Chico. Although right now they are closed for vacations, they have already announced that they will be back very soon with a renewed menu and new gastronomic experiences to frame.
Where? Plaza de Blas Infante, Conil de la Frontera, 11140, España
La Fontanilla
Those who really know say that here they eat the best fried fish in the area. Well, as they say, ‘pescaito frito’. They elaborate a careful menu based on tradition and innovation and as suggestions they offer red tuna, seafood and vegetables from Conil. You can take dishes such as shrimp carpaccio with green pistachio vinaigrette, Almadraba tuna tartar, tuna stew to the Fontanilla, sea bass with mustard among others. A true delight.
Written by Violeta Alonso
Where? Playa de la Fontanilla, 11140, Conil de la Frontera
Malabata
Many consider this place as one of the obligatory gastronomic stops in Conil. You can opt for a midday snack, such as the traditional shrimp omelettes, the semi-spicy Almadraba Taco or patatas bravas with Malabata sauce. But they also have a section of irresistible, where they include the smoked sardine in glass bread or piripi of red tuna, roasted peppers and quail egg. You must also try their croquettes, such as those of choco in its ink with alioli, or those of carabineros with soy mayonnaise. As you can see here, their menu hides an endless list of delicacies.
Where? C/ Almadraba, 1 · 11140 Costa de la Luz, Conil de la Frontera, Cádiz
El Portillo
It is a traditional food bar in the area of Conil, where the fish and meat is of the highest quality. Perfect recommendation if you are looking for a good tapas based on portions and traditional dishes of the region.
Where? C. Extramuros, 4B, 11140 Conil de la Frontera, Cádiz
Puerta Cai
In the fishing district of Conil, this place maintains the traditional essence of yesteryear with a renewed touch in its cuisine, always giving priority to quality and seasonal products and proximity. In its menu you will find delicacies such as shrimp tacos with guacamole and mojo picón, the chicharrones, brie cheese and padrón bell pepper toast, the black cuttlefish with sautéed rice or, of course, the Almadraba tuna in its natural state. Another point in its favor is the exceptional location, where you can enjoy an authentic Cadiz sunset.
Where? Calle Puerta de Cai, 11140, Conil de la Frontera