A Pulpeira de Melide
An octopus house on Plaza de España known for market-style octopus and potato omelette. It takes no reservations, so guests queue at the door at mealtimes.
At No. 16 Plaza de España in the city centre, the family has passed down its octopus craft through four generations. It is the best-known place in A Coruña for pulpo á feira (market-style octopus): the octopus is cooked, cut into pieces, sprinkled with coarse salt and paprika, drizzled with olive oil and served with boiled potatoes. The potato omelette is equally famous, and there are also tuna tartare and cuttlefish croquettes. The atmosphere is lively and friendly, at mid-range prices. No reservations are taken. You must register with the waiter at the door to queue, and waits are common at mealtimes, so go right after it opens. It is about a 5-minute walk from Plaza María Pita.
Opening hours
Tuesday to Sunday 13:15–16:00 and 20:30–23:30; closed Monday
Nearby sights
- Calle de la Franja & Calle de la Estrella
- Plaza de María Pita
- Galerías de la Marina
- Museo de Belas Artes da Coruña
- Ciudad Vieja & Colegiata de Santa María
- Jardín de San Carlos
- Riazor & Orzán Beaches
- Domus – Casa del Hombre