What should I order at Restaurant el Gotim?
Restaurant el Gotim
Fideuà
Mentioned multiple times as rich, flavorful, and excellent; served with ali-oli and highly recommended by several reviewers.
Burrata Salad
Described as delicious, rich, and refreshing, making it a favored starter alongside the fideuà.
Crispy Bread Starter
Recommended for its texture and taste as a great starter option, noted for enhancing the meal experience.
Rice with Scallops (Arroz del Senyoret)
Praised for generous portions and delicious flavor; considered a standout main dish.
Veal Carpaccio
Highlighted as a delicious dish that impressed diners, contributing to the excellent overall meal.
Escalivada with Anchovies
Noted for its taste and quality, a recommended Catalan dish served with anchovies from L’Escala.
Langostinas
Mentioned as a huge and tasty starter, appreciated for its generous serving size and flavor.
Catalan Style Paella
Recommended to share, praised for its authentic Catalan flavor and as a great main course.
Ratafia
A Catalan specialty drink recommended to try, adding to the authentic local dining experience.
Hours
| Monday | Closed |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 1 to 3 PM |
| Wednesday | 1 to 3 PM |
| Thursday | 1 to 3 PM |
| Friday | 1 to 3 PM, 8 to 10:30 PM |
| Saturday | 1 to 3 PM, 8 to 10:30 PM |
| Sunday | 1 to 3 PM |
About Restaurant el Gotim
Restaurant el Gotim is a Catalonian and Mediterranean restaurant in L'Escala, Girona. Reviewers consistently praise its food, especially fideuà, rice dishes, seafood starters, and local Catalan specialties, along with the warm, cozy environment and efficient service. It is described as a casual, quiet, romantic spot in the old town, and it is popular for lunch, dinner, and solo dining. The restaurant also has a strong wine list, coffee, and dessert offerings, and reservations are often recommended.
Amenities & services
Service options
- Dine-in
Highlights
- Great coffee
- Great dessert
- Great wine list
Popular for
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Solo dining
Offerings
- Alcohol
- Beer
- Cocktails
- Coffee
- Hard liquor
- Healthy options
- Small plates
- Wine
Dining options
- Brunch
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Catering
- Dessert
- Seating
- Table service
Amenities
- Bar onsite
- Gender-neutral restroom
- Restroom
- Wi-Fi
- Free Wi-Fi
Atmosphere
- Casual
- Cozy
- Quiet
- Romantic
- Trendy
Crowd
- Groups
- Tourists
Planning
- Brunch reservations recommended
- Lunch reservations recommended
- Reservations required
- Dinner reservations recommended
- Accepts reservations
Payments
- Credit cards
- Debit cards
- NFC mobile payments
- Credit cards
Children
- High chairs
Parking
- Paid street parking
- Usually difficult to find a space
Frequently asked questions
What is Restaurant el Gotim known for?
It is especially known for fideuà and rice dishes, including the house rice and rice with scallops, plus Catalan seafood plates like shrimp carpaccio and escalivada with anchovies from L’Escala. Reviews also repeatedly mention the cozy old-town setting and attentive service as part of the experience.
What dishes are most recommended at Restaurant el Gotim?
Reviewers most often highlight fideuà, the house rice or rice with scallops, shrimp carpaccio, and starters like crispy bread, parmentier with anchovies, and burrata salad. Foie gras and veal carpaccio also come up as standout dishes, especially for shared meals.
What is the atmosphere like at Restaurant el Gotim?
The atmosphere is described as cozy, quiet, warm, and romantic, with a traditional vaulted brick or old-stone setting in L'Escala’s old town backstreets. It seems to suit couples, groups, and solo diners who want a relaxed sit-down meal with table service.
Is Restaurant el Gotim good value, and what is the price range?
The listed price range is €20 to €30, and reviewers often say the portions are generous and the food is good value for money. One shared meal with starters, a Catalan-style paella, and wine was described as about €50, which suggests the cost can rise with drinks and multiple dishes.
Do you need a reservation at Restaurant el Gotim?
Yes, reservations are recommended and sometimes required, especially for lunch, because reviews mention it being packed around 1:30 pm on Sundays. One review noted they were seated right away without a reservation for an early lunch, but the overall pattern suggests booking ahead is the safer choice.
Is parking available at Restaurant el Gotim?
Yes. Paid street parking, Usually difficult to find a space is available.
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