Top 5 Places to Eat in Salamanca

Written by Celine Fournier, David Garcia, Javier Garcia
31/08/2025
Intricate Gothic architecture of a historic courtyard in Salamanca, Spain.
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Salamanca's dining scene offers a delightful journey through traditional Castilian flavors alongside modern culinary interpretations, appealing to every palate and budget.

1. Víctor Gutiérrez

Cuisine: Creative / Haute cuisine

This Michelin-starred restaurant provides a refined dining experience with innovative dishes. Chef Víctor Gutiérrez creates tasting menus that showcase precision and balanced flavors using high-quality ingredients. The elegant setting makes it ideal for special occasions or food enthusiasts.

Price: Estimated €100-150+ per person (tasting menu)

Getting There: Located on Empedrada, 4, it is within walking distance from Salamanca's main attractions, including the Plaza Mayor.

2. El Mesón de Gonzalo

Cuisine: Modern Castilian

A legendary restaurant that offers a dual experience: a casual bar upstairs for tapas and an elegant dining room downstairs, reminiscent of a cellar. It is celebrated for its modern take on Castilian cuisine, with standout dishes like suckling pig, steak tartare, and beef cheek meatballs. This venue caters to both casual and formal dining preferences.

Price: Estimated €30-60+ per person for a full meal; less for tapas

Getting There: Situated on Plaza Poeta Iglesias, 10, it is centrally located and easily accessible by foot from Plaza Mayor.

3. Bambú Tapas y Brasas

Cuisine: Modern Tapas, Spanish, Grilled

This stylish gastrobar offers a lively atmosphere, popular with a diverse crowd including locals, students, and tourists. It specializes in modern Spanish tapas and grilled dishes with a unique 'street-style' twist. Highlights include creative pinchos, sharing platters, and their noted jamón ibérico de bellota with Indian-spiced chickpeas.

Price: Estimated €15-30 per person

Getting There: Found on Calle Prior, 4, it is a short walk from the Plaza Mayor.

4. Bar La Viga

Cuisine: Traditional Spanish Tapas

For an authentic local experience, Bar La Viga is a traditional and unpretentious spot often bustling with activity. It is renowned for its 'jeta asada' (roasted pig's face), which boasts a crispy exterior and tender interior. Other popular traditional choices include steak tartare and patatas meneas.

Price: Estimated €5-15 per person (cheap eats)

Getting There: Located centrally on Avenida de Italia, it is within easy walking distance from the historic center.

5. Mesón los Faroles

Cuisine: Traditional Spanish, Homemade

Located on Calle Van Dyck, a street known for its many tapas bars, Mesón los Faroles is a favorite among locals for its excellent value. It offers a daily menu that typically includes a starter, main course, drink, and dessert. The atmosphere is warm, serving hearty, homemade Castilian dishes, such as the local specialty, farinato with egg.

Price: Estimated €10-15 per person (daily menu)

Getting There: Found on Calle Van Dyck, it is a roughly 15-minute walk north of the city center, or a short taxi/bus ride.

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