The Best Restaurants In Sacromonte Granada

This romantic district in the city of Granada is best known for its gypsy caves and flamenco dancing shows. Sacromonte’s romantic vibe sets the scene for restaurants that combine dramatic views with exquisite Spanish gastronomy; we list some of the best.

Casa Juanillo

Restaurant, Mediterranean, Spanish

Located in the heart of Sacromonte, Casa Juanillo delights patrons with excellent homemade dishes served with flair. This family-run restaurant faces a panoramic view of the Alhambra in all of its splendor. It also boasts an open-air terrace that’s particularly special at night with the palace all lit up.

Estrellas de San Nicolas

Restaurant, European

Estrellas de San Nicolas has a prestigious location right next to the Mirador de San Nicolas. The wonderful views here are complimented by the sound of musicians playing Spanish guitar in the adjacent streets. This restaurant uses quality ingredients and offers traditional Mediterranean cuisine with a light french touch.

Restaurante Carmen Mirador de Aixa

Carmen Mirador de Aixa is the perfect dine-and-view for those willing to walk up a short hill in order to be able to experience historic Granada in all of its glory. Located next to the Alhambra, in the district of Albayzin, it makes for a spectacular view worth sticking around for. The elaboration and presentation put into every dish here is exemplary and the staff are very friendly.

Mirador de Morayama

Restaurant, Mediterranean, European, Spanish

This elegant restaurant is the ideal getaway after a day exploring and touring the sights of Granada. Mirador de Morayama is surrounded by natural beauty including views of the Peninsula Iberica mountains. The Mirador also has its own garden and orchard, and packs a historic country house vibe that is unexpected in the middle of a city.

Jardines de Zoraya Tablao Flamenco

Learn more about the art of flamenco at the Jardines de Zoraya. This unique dining experience offers customers dinner paired with wine and a live flamenco show performed throughout the night. The setting of the stage in the middle of the dining tables creates an authentic, intimate performance, great for getting a real sense of the passion poured into flamenco dancing.

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Rich Francis

‘Rich’ as he’s known to most was born in not-so-sunny Swansea, South Wales, where he grew up loving sea, sand and surf. He has since moved to Poland in an attempt to fulfil his insatiable wanderlust for everything Eastern Europe. When not sipping frothy craft ales and listening to jazz in Krakow’s underground bars, he can usually be found planning his next jaunt across the continent, pining after the ocean or watching and re-watching his favourite Westerns.