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You are here: Home / Food and Drink in Granada / Spain’s Favorite Food: Our Picks for the Best Tortillas in Granada

Spain’s Favorite Food: Our Picks for the Best Tortillas in Granada

March 23, 2018 Lindsey Zimmerman Leave a Comment

Tortilla de patatas is Spanish food at its best.

It proves that you just need a few simple ingredients—in this case potatoes, eggs, salt and maybe onion—to create a delicious dish. However, as simple as it sounds, not all tortillas are created equal! Here are some of our top picks for the absolute best tortillas in Granada, so you can experience this classic dish in its best form.

Get ready to try some of the best tortillas in Granada! This Spanish classic is as simple as it gets, yet it couldn't be more delicious.

Bodegas Castañeda

Ever since it first opened its doors during the tumultuous 1930s, Bodegas Castañeda has been a staunch local favorite. This no-frills, unpretentious tapas joint serves up one of the best tortillas in Granada among other simple favorites. Jostle your way through the crowd of locals and snag a spot at the bar for the real deal. The authentic vibe and friendly service from wait staff despite the crowds make this bar a timeless classic.

Address: Calle Almicereros, 1 

Bodegas Castañeda is home to one of the best tortillas in Granada!
Simplicity at its most delicious: tortilla de patatas!

Mirador de Morayma

If you’re looking for something a bit more on the elegant side, head to the charming Albayzín quarter where you’ll find Mirador de Morayma. Along with stunning views of the Alhambra, you’ll enjoy a delicious menu full of Andalusian classics, among them some of the best tortillas in Granada. In fact, they offer some seriously unique variations on this classic dish! If you’re feeling adventurous, be sure to try the tortilla de Sacromonte, a local specialty with some surprising ingredients.

Address: Calle Pianista Garcia Carrillo, 2

Mirador de Morayma is home to some of the best tortillas in Granada, including some with surprising ingredients!
Head to Mirador de Morayma and try some of their unique twists on the classic tortilla!

Restaurante Carmela

Boasting an unbeatable location right in the heart of Granada, Restaurante Carmela focuses on putting surprising, modern twists on traditional favorite dishes. This award-winning restaurant is home to one of the best tortillas in Granada, which locals rave about. Each tortilla is made to order and served exactly as each customer likes it. Enjoy the modern vibe inside the brick-lined interior or grab a table out on the lovely terrace.

Address: Calle Colcha, 13

Restaurante Carmela is home to one of the best tortillas in Granada. All of them are cooked to order!
We like our tortilla a bit runny on the inside!

Bodegas Espadafor

This old-school bar will whisk you back in time straight to turn-of-the-century Granada, from the vintage Feria posters on the walls to the crisp sherry poured straight from the barrel. Bodegas Espadafor serves up one of the best tortillas in Granada along with other simple Spanish pleasures. It’s one of our all-time favorite bars in Granada due to its vibrant, authentic ambiance and unbeatable wine selection.

Address: Calle Tinajilla, s/n

Bodegas Espadafor features a unique vintage atmosphere, great wine, and one of the best tortillas in Granada!
Potatoes + eggs = Spanish food perfection!

Bodega La Mancha

Duck down a tiny side street in the city center and look for the vintage wooden façade of Bodega La Mancha. Here, you’ll find down-home, tasty tapas, including one of the best tortillas in Granada. It’s nothing fancy, with standing room only, but perfect if you don’t mind being on your feet for a casual lunch or as a quick stop on your evening tapas crawl.

Address: Calle Joaquín Costa, 10

Now that you know where to find some of the best tortilla in Granada, try some of our other favorite local dishes with us! On our Tapas, Taverns & History Tour, you’ll step back in time at some of Granada’s most iconic establishments. Taste Granada’s most timeless local bites and learn about the role they played in the city’s rich history. We hope you’re hungry!

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Lindsey Zimmerman

Lindsey Zimmerman

Life is too short to speak one language and stay in one place. Three years ago, this philosophy took me from familiar Ohio to sunny southern Spain. Usually drinking tinto de verano, reading Lorca, or attempting to dance flamenco (not all at once). Follow my blog, Viatic Couture, for more.
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