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Seafood restaurant in Gijón, Asturias

What should I order at El Restallu?

4.5 3,971 reviews €30 to 40 13 skippers

What to order

  1. 🥇

    Seafood Paella

    Recommended multiple times as the standout dish; reviewers praise its rich flavor, generous portions, and fresh seafood.

  2. 🥈

    Rice With Lobster

    Mentioned as delicious and part of a highly praised set menu with very large portions and strong value for money.

  3. 🥉

    Arroz Con Bugre

    Specifically recommended as one of the restaurant’s specialties and highlighted for excellent food and service.

  4. 4

    Pulpo Con Cachelos Y Jamón

    Praised for being superb and part of a meal that reviewers found especially satisfying and representative of local Asturian food.

  5. 5

    Zamburiñas

    Called amazing in a positive review, standing out among the seafood and tapas-style dishes.

  6. 6

    Cachopo

    Mentioned as amazing alongside other signature dishes, suggesting it is a strong local favorite.

  7. 7

    Croquetas De Jamón

    Included in a very positive meal of raciones, with reviewers enjoying the quality and local feel of the food.

  8. 8

    Setas A La Plancha

    Praised as part of a well-received selection of raciones, appreciated for freshness and preparation.

Details

Location

C. Decano Prendes Pando, 6, Gijón, Asturias, 33207, ES

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Hours

Monday Closed
Tuesday Closed
Wednesday 12 PM to 12 AM
Thursday 12 PM to 12 AM
Friday 12 PM to 12 AM
Saturday 12 PM to 12 AM
Sunday 12 PM to 12 AM

About El Restallu

Fish dishes from the Cantabrian sea with natural Asturian cider at a simple tapas bar & tavern.

Amenities

Service options

  • Takeout
  • Dine-in

Highlights

  • Great coffee
  • Great dessert
  • Great wine list

Popular for

  • Lunch
  • Dinner
  • Solo dining

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair accessible entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible restroom
  • Wheelchair accessible seating

Offerings

  • Alcohol
  • Beer
  • Coffee
  • Hard liquor
  • Healthy options
  • Quick bite
  • Small plates
  • Wine

Dining options

  • Brunch
  • Lunch
  • Dinner
  • Counter service
  • Dessert
  • Seating
  • Table service

Amenities

  • Bar onsite
  • Restroom

Atmosphere

  • Casual
  • Cozy
  • Trendy

Crowd

  • Groups
  • Tourists

Planning

  • Brunch reservations recommended
  • Lunch reservations recommended
  • Dinner reservations recommended
  • Accepts reservations

Payments

  • Credit cards
  • Debit cards
  • NFC mobile payments

Children

  • Good for kids
  • High chairs

Parking

  • Paid street parking
  • Usually somewhat difficult to find a space

Frequently asked

What is El Restallu known for?

El Restallu is best known for arroz con bogavante and rice with bugre, along with seafood paella and Asturian cider. Reviewers say the rice dishes come in large portions with lots of lobster or seafood, and the food is fresh and well prepared.

What dishes are most recommended at El Restallu?

Reviewers most often recommend arroz con bogavante, rice with bugre, seafood paella, zamburiñas, pulpo con langostinos, and cachopo. The recurring theme is generous portions, especially for the rice dishes, plus well-liked seafood plates and a few Spanish classics.

What is the atmosphere like at El Restallu?

The atmosphere is casual, cozy, and often described as having a traditional, unpretentious local feel. It suits groups and solo diners, and several reviews mention a busy but warm dining room with attentive service.

Is El Restallu good value, and what is the price range?

The price range is €30 to €40, and many reviewers say the value is strong for the portion size and quality. One lunch set menu with starter, prawns, rice with lobster, wine, and dessert was reported at 29 euros per person, and others called the food worth every penny.

Do you need a reservation at El Restallu?

Reservations are recommended for brunch, lunch, and dinner, and one review specifically says to come at opening if you want a table. That fits the repeated comments about the place being busy, especially when locals and tourists are both dining there.

Is parking available at El Restallu?

Yes. Paid street parking, Usually somewhat difficult to find a space is available.

Is El Restallu kid-friendly?

Yes, El Restallu is good for kids.

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