Rúa do Franco
The liveliest food street in the old town, lined with seafood eateries, Galician octopus, and tapas bars.
Rúa do Franco, along with the parallel Rúa do Vilar and Rúa Nova, forms the three main streets of the old town. Rúa do Franco is known for its restaurants. Windows display live seafood, and signature dishes include boiled octopus with olive oil and paprika (pulpo á feira), Padrón peppers, scallops, and empanada, paired with local white wines such as Albariño or Ribeiro. Many bars serve a free snack with each drink. The street also has the Colexio de Fonseca. It only really gets lively after 9 p.m. Prices lean toward tourists, so try Rúa da Raíña for alternatives.
Opening hours
Restaurants mostly 12:30–16:00 and 20:00–24:00
Nearby sights
- Colexio de Fonseca
- Cathedral Museum & Rooftop Tour
- Praza das Praterías
- Praza do Obradoiro
- Santiago de Compostela Cathedral
- Praza da Quintana
- Hostal dos Reis Católicos
- Monastery of San Paio de Antealtares