La Cuchara de Carmela
A local restaurant housed in a former customs building by the Genil River, renowned for its spoon dishes, croquettes, and traditional Granada soups.
Located in the old customs building at 1 Paseo de los Basilios, right next to the Genil River, this restaurant belongs to the local Carmela dining brand. It specializes in traditional Granada dishes, such as maimones (garlic bread soup), rabbit gnocchi casserole, pickled partridge, meatballs in almond sauce, and gazpacho. The croquettes have an excellent reputation, and gluten-free options can be accommodated. It features sheltered outdoor seating, and reservations can be made via OpenTable. The average cost is about €30 per person, with recent diners reporting around €40 for three courses plus drinks. Highly ranked on Tripadvisor, reservations are recommended for dinner. It is about a 15-minute walk from the city center along the Genil River.
Opening hours
Daily approx. 13:00-24:00
Nearby sights
- Realejo
- Calle Navas Tapas Street
- Corral del Carbón
- Alcaicería
- Granada Cathedral
- Royal Chapel of Granada
- Plaza Nueva
- Hammam Al Ándalus