account The restaurants of Albacete that should be on your list
Albacete is a city in Spain that is worth visiting for its gastronomy, in this case it is one of the reference cities in Manchego cuisine, of great relevance and admiration for its flavors. Although traditional cuisine is the most famous, Albacete has managed to combine typical Manchego food with the avant-garde, creating a culinary scene to satisfy all palates. You will travel from tradition to the most modern techniques of our kitchens.
The most traditional restaurants in Albacete
Los Chopos and Mesón El Sol restaurants are some of the reference places in the city of Albacete if we want a menu full of homemade and typical Manchego dishes. Here, we can try the typical 'Atascaburras', one of the flagship dishes of Manchego cuisine made with cod, potato, egg, garlic and olive oil. But, beyond that, also noteworthy on its menu are Manchego pisto, migas and a long gastronomic list. Also, we cannot forget about the homemade desserts, which are another of the great references among traditional Manchego dishes.
A special mention deserves the Don Gil restaurant, which has been open since 1982, achieving great success for its commitment to tradition and quality. Rice dishes are the most famous and reputable on the menu. So, if you are going to enjoy Albacete's gastronomy at this place, do not hesitate to enjoy an exquisite rice dish.
Finally, the Parador de Albacete restaurant is also one of the great references among local traditional cuisine. In this case, its food stands out for its commitment to game meats, pork loin in orza, Manchego gazpachos or typical roasts from the neighboring Castilla.
The avant-garde restaurants of Albacete
Among the modern restaurants, Martina Restaurant & Bar, Sesamum, Restaurante Cuerda and, of course, Catacaldos, Restaurante L'arruzz Albacete and Garabato stand out. They all bet on Mediterranean cuisine, where they give more prominence to fish and fresh seafood. But, the Manchego essence is still noticeable in each of the dishes, offering a wide variety.
Tapas
Many times, when we want to dine and we are traveling, we choose tapas, something as typical Spanish as the siesta or paella. In Albacete there could not be a lack of this type of bar. The Tapa Negra, Taberna Motivos or Tapería Ventepaká are three clear examples of this. Here, you can enjoy everything from Manchego tapas, where Manchego cheese reigns, to good ham, patatas bravas or grilled prawns, so typical of Mediterranean cuisine.
Finally, in the wineries of Albacete, you can taste some of the wines of the area or, with a more traditional air, a Cabernet Franc. Also, in this family atmosphere that is breathed in the wineries, we will also have the option to enjoy a good dish. Among them, the famous Los Aljibes winery stands out.
And if you want typical products, don't forget the miguelitos from La Roda, the Hojuelas, sweet bread or fried milk. All this to sweeten your palate.
Where to stay in Albacete?
If you are planning to visit the Manchego city, we recommend the B&B Hotel Albacete, without a doubt the best cheap hotel in the area. A few minutes from the center, this hotel stands out for having all kinds of amenities, for its privacy and its incredible value for money. If you are planning to travel to Albacete to enjoy Manchego cuisine, this is, without a doubt, the best accommodation option.
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