Bar El Francés
One of the most popular tapas bars in the old town, where tuna meatballs are a must-order and the place is almost always full.
Located on Sancho IV El Bravo street in the old town, it has been named Tarifa's best tapas bar on several local lists. Its signature is tuna meatballs, and the menu also includes griddled tuna, tuna tartare, pork cheeks and honey-fried eggplant. Reservations are not accepted, and after 8 pm it is almost impossible to get a table, so arrive when it opens. Order tapas at the bar; the terrace mainly serves full plates. The average cost is €15–25 per person. It is a few minutes' walk from Puerta de Jerez.
Opening hours
About 12:30–16:00, 19:30–23:30; some sources say closed Wednesday and Thursday, so please confirm before you go
Nearby sights
- Castle of Guzmán el Bueno
- Church of San Francisco
- Church of San Mateo
- Tarifa Market
- Tarifa Old Town & Puerta de Jerez
- Strait of Gibraltar Whale Watching
- Punta de Tarifa & Isla de las Palomas
- Los Lances Beach