Two days in Zaragoza took us to several restaurants, bars and tapas bars. The tapas, croquettes and mingas are a must. These are particularly popular in the restaurants in Zaragoza.
Our tips are divided into two sections. First, we present two restaurants that can be found off the beaten tourist track. Then we take a stroll along El Tubo, the city’s most famous culinary street, and give some tips for restaurants in Zaragoza.
On the evening of our arrival in Zaragoza, we went for a beer in the immediate vicinity of the hotel. We quickly found what we were looking for in a small side street and discovered the Cervecería Liquidos.
It didn’t look very inviting from the outside and if a couple hadn’t just come out of the door, we would have walked right past. Inside, we were surprised by a mixture of pub and store. Right at the entrance is the bar, where fresh draught beer is served. But you can also choose from the countless beers on the shelves.
After we had decided on two local beers from the bottle, I took a closer look at the selection on the shelves. An international selection, some of which were quite expensive. Although it certainly only seemed that way to me because I know the prices of some German beers from the supermarket.
Our beer selection was just right for our taste and the ideal end to a long day of traveling.
Address:
C. de Sta. Orosia, 27, 50010 Saragossa
Bahía Verde
On the second evening, our stomachs were still growling a little and so we went in search of a tapas bar. About 15 minutes’ walk from the station, we found Bahía Verde on a busy road.
There is the option of sitting on a small terrace, but we were drawn to the dining room. It was immediately clear that this is a meeting place for dart players and, above all, you won’t meet any tourists. We managed to communicate with Spanish words, hands and feet.
We definitely got the most authentic tapas in Zaragoza here. No frills, just what the Spaniards there like best. We also had a freshly tapped beer and the evening was perfect for us.
Address:
C. de Lastanosa, 36, Delicias, 50017 Saragossa
El Tubo – the most famous tapas quarter in Zaragoza
El Tubo is a well-known tapas district in Zaragoza, Spain. It consists of a network of narrow streets in the heart of the city, which originally only included Calle Estébanes, but today includes several streets such as Mártires, Cuatro de Agosto, Cinegio, Libertad and Estébanes.
El Tubo is the culinary heart of Zaragoza. Bars such as Doña Casta, known for its croquetas, and La Cueva en Aragón, famous for its garlicky mushrooms, underline the area’s specialization in particular tapas. The tapas bars usually open at lunchtime, close for siesta and reopen in the evening, with a particularly busy time around 9pm.
We liked the streets and the offerings. However, you could see from the prices that many tourists eat here.
We tried some of the restaurants in Zaragoza that are located in El Tubo and were surprised at the variety on offer.
El 7 Golpes
The dining room is furnished in a modern style and we were able to take a seat at one of the high tables. The large selection of tapas is clearly displayed at the counter. Of course, there is also a menu, but we preferred to trust the visual display.
It was noticeable that although traditional products are used to make tapas here, the presentation is very modern. You can tell that you eat with your eyes and the guests seem to choose their tapas with their eyes, just like us.
Our selection was exactly what we wanted. Both tapas were perfectly matched in terms of taste and were the perfect introduction to enjoying the tapas creations in Zaragoza.
Address:
C. de la Libertad, 7, Casco Antiguo, 50003 Saragossa
Taberna Doña Casta
Just a few steps further on, we went to the Doña Casta. There are only a few seats in the dining room and only a few tables are available in front of the taberna. We were lucky and managed to get a free table.
The taberna is known for its delicious croquetas and is a must for any tapas lover. Food tours even stop by here to present the specialties to visitors to Zaragoza.
We ordered two different croquettes: Gallina con chocolate and Bacalao y trigueros. Both were freshly prepared and arrived at our table deep-fried and crispy. To be honest, I had hoped for more in terms of taste. It was okay, but nothing special. The fillings of the croquette were soft and my palate hardly tasted any difference.
Address:
C. de los Estébanes, 6, Casco Antiguo, 50003 Saragossa
La Miguería
An “insider tip” is La Miguería. Here you can find migas in a variety of flavors.
Migas are a traditional dish of Spanish and Portuguese cuisine that was originally prepared by shepherds and farmers. The name “migas” means “crumbs” in Spanish and Portuguese and refers to the main ingredient of the dish: stale bread that is crumbled into small pieces. The basic ingredients for migas are stale bread, olive oil, garlic and paprika. Depending on the region and personal taste, other ingredients can be added, such as chorizo, bacon, paprika and eggs.
The dish is less visually appealing, but it tasted good.
Address:
Pl. Santiago Sas, 6, Casco Antiguo, 50003 Saragossa
BAR EL CHAMPI
The small tapas bar in El Tubo specializes in mushrooms with a herb and garlic sauce. It smells tempting as soon as you walk past. Unfortunately, the restaurant in Zaragoza was still closed when we visited, otherwise I would certainly not have been able to resist the temptation.
Address:
C. de la Libertad, 16, Casco Antiguo, 50003 Saragossa
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