El de Alberto
A family restaurant by Orzán and Riazor beaches, where the third-generation chef cooks fusion-style modern Galician market food. It is listed in the Michelin Guide and offers good value.
Close to Orzán and Riazor beaches, this family restaurant is now run by third-generation chef Aitor Prieto, who trained at Culler de Pau. The dining room is bright and modern, with efficient, relaxed service. It is listed in the Michelin Guide with a 'worth the wait' rating, the local guide calls it the most beloved value restaurant, and it has about 2,900 TripAdvisor reviews averaging 4.7. The menu is modern market-style cooking with fusion touches. You can order half portions or request a tasting menu. Signature dishes include cured horse mackerel with spring onion and mustard sauce, and line-caught cod with Galician-style potato mash. It is open Wednesday to Sunday only, so reservations are essential.
Opening hours
Wed–Sat 13:30–15:30 and 20:30–22:45; Sun 13:30–15:30; closed Mon and Tue
Nearby sights
- Riazor & Orzán Beaches
- Mercado de la Plaza de Lugo
- Museo de Belas Artes da Coruña
- Galerías de la Marina
- Domus – Casa del Hombre
- Calle de la Franja & Calle de la Estrella
- Plaza de María Pita
- Casa de las Ciencias & Santa Margarita Park