Eating in Seville is an experience in itself. The city has a spectacular gastronomic scene where traditional bars coexist with modern restaurants, and centuries-old taverns with innovative offerings. Whether you’re looking for cheap tapas, gluten-free options, or the best places in Triana, here’s the definitive guide to eating well in Seville without missing out on the best.
And if you arrive with luggage and want to eat in peace without carrying your bags around, you can leave your belongings in our lockers in Seville near the Santa Justa station or in the city center.
Places to eat cheaply in Seville
Seville is one of those cities where you can still eat well without spending a fortune. There are traditional bars where tapas cost between €2 and €4 and fill you up without any problem.
- Bar Eslava: this is a modernized classic on Calle Eslava (in the San Lorenzo neighborhood) that is famous for having the best creative tapas in Seville at reasonable prices. Its Iberian pork cheek is legendary, as is its whiskey-glazed sirloin steak. Tapas cost around €3-5 and larger portions €10-14. Arrive early or make a reservation, because it gets packed.
- La Bartola: on Mateos Gago Street near the Cathedral, it’s perfect if you’re looking to eat downtown without paying tourist prices. Tapas cost €2.50-4 and are generous. Try the pringá montaditos, salmorejo, or papas aliñás. Authentic atmosphere, fast waiters, and a small terrace on the street to watch Sevillian life go by.
- Casa Morales: open since 1850, this is a real tavern, with wine barrels on the wall, hanging hams, and a sawdust floor. It’s on Calle García de Vinuesa, very close to the Arenal. Here you can eat for €10-15 per person. Order a platter of Iberian ham, Payoyo cheese, anchovies in vinegar, and a cold beer. This is Seville at its purest.
- La Bodeguita Romero: on Calle Harinas, this is another place that never disappoints. Hearty tapas for €3-5, large portions, and good ham. It’s a neighborhood bar where the locals go, unpretentious but with food that leaves you satisfied. Spinach with chickpeas and oxtail are their specialties.
Where to eat gluten-free in Seville?
If you are celiac or gluten intolerant, Seville is making it easier and easier for you. There are specialized restaurants and many traditional establishments that already have clearly marked gluten-free options on their menus.
Restaurants with gluten-free options
Many traditional restaurants already have gluten-free menus. Some of the best are:
- La Más Bonita: it has two locations in Seville (one in Triana and another in the center, near the Alameda) and is 100% gluten-free. Everything, absolutely everything they serve is suitable for celiacs.
- Celicioso: it is a café-bakery in the heart of the city center specializing in gluten-free products. Perfect for breakfast or a snack: they have pastries, cakes, sandwiches, salads, and takeaway food. Everything is made on the premises and is guaranteed to be suitable for celiacs. The prices are reasonable and the quality is very good.
- Vinería San Telmo: Gourmet tapas with clearly marked gluten-free options. It is located in the San Bartolomé neighborhood.
El Rinconcillo: The oldest bar in Seville (since 1670) has several gluten-free tapas. Ask the waiter and they will be happy to help you. - Honest Greens: Healthy food chain with many gluten-free options. Salads, bowls, baked chicken… Everything is fresh and delicious. They have a location in the Plaza de la Magdalena.
Where to eat in the Triana neighborhood in Seville?
Triana is Seville’s most traditional neighborhood. Cross the Isabel II bridge and enter another world: potters, flamenco, a food market, and bars where you can enjoy wonderful meals or even tapas.
- Triana Market: a must-see. It is a renovated traditional market with stalls selling fish, meat, and vegetables, as well as bars where you can eat standing up or sitting down. Try Las Golondrinas (spectacular fried fish), El Ultramarino (gourmet preserves and wines) or La Taberna del Pescador. Good prices, fresh produce and an authentic local atmosphere. A beer with some garlic prawns and you’re happy.
- Bar Santa Ana: located in Plaza del Altozano, just across the bridge. It has been a Triana classic for over 100 years. It has a huge terrace overlooking the Guadalquivir River, and the food is good and generous. Order cod pavías, sea anemones, or baby squid. Low-to-medium prices and generous portions.
- Sol y Sombra: on Calle Castilla, this is a great neighborhood tapas bar. Bullfighting décor, skilled waiters, and well-made traditional tapas. The salmorejo, croquettes, and pork loin in lard are to die for. Expect to pay around €12-15 per person. Noisy and family-friendly atmosphere, just as bars in Triana should be.
- Abades Triana: if you’re looking for something more elegant, this is the place for you. A restaurant with a glassed-in terrace and privileged views of the Torre del Oro and the Giralda. Modern Andalusian cuisine with creative touches. It’s more expensive (expect to pay €35-50 per person), but it’s worth it for a special occasion. Book in advance and ask for a table on the terrace.
Where to eat in downtown Seville?
The center of Seville has a huge range of culinary options. The trick is to avoid tourist traps and know where the locals go.
The Alfalfa area and its surroundings are the epicenter of Seville’s tapas scene. La Azotea offers market cuisine with modern touches, fresh produce, and an interesting wine list. They have several locations in Seville, and the average price is €20-25 per person. Sal Gorda is a tiny tapas bar, but it’s top-notch, with some of the best croquettes in Seville. It’s always full, so get there early.
La Alameda de Hércules is the most alternative and modern area of Seville. Here you will find La Cacharrería, with creative tapas and natural wines in an informal atmosphere, or Sobretablas, which specializes in grilled meats and quality tapas. A little more expensive, but the produce is top-notch.
In the Santa Cruz neighborhood, although very touristy, there are good places if you know where to look. La Bodega Santa Cruz Las Columnas is a small tapas bar with a great atmosphere where you eat standing up. The tapas are generous and inexpensive, and it’s always full of people. La Cervecería Giralda, right next to the Cathedral, has a bad reputation as a tourist trap, but the truth is that the food is good and the prices are not excessive. It’s a good option if you’re visiting the Cathedral and don’t want to stray too far.
Tips for eating well in Seville
Opening hours: In Seville, people eat late. Restaurants open at 1:30 p.m. for lunch and at 8:30 p.m. for dinner. If you arrive earlier, you can only have tapas at the bar.
Reservations: Good places fill up fast. If you know where you want to go, make a reservation at least one day in advance.
Prices: A normal meal in Seville costs between €12-20 per person (tapas + drinks). If you go to a restaurant, expect to pay €25-40. Tourist traps can charge you double without justifying the quality.
Seville is a city for eating well, slowly and enjoying yourself. Order a caña, eat tapas non-stop and let yourself be carried away by the rhythm of the city. Seville’s cuisine is generous, authentic and full of flavor.
