Where to Eat in Logroño
Logroño is a dream for hungry travellers. This lively city sits in the heart of La Rioja, Spain’s most famous wine region. As a result, food and wine go hand in hand here. Locals love simple, tasty dishes made with fresh local produce. Think grilled lamb, garlicky mushrooms and stews with Riojan chorizo. The fertile Ebro valley also gives the city its peppers, artichokes and asparagus. Above all, Logroño is the home of the pintxo, a small bite served on bread. Locals hop from bar to bar with a glass of Rioja in hand. Before you go, read our guide to what Spanish pintxos are and our tips on how to order tapas in Spain. Below, you will find traditional bars, fine dining and budget-friendly spots.
Traditional restaurants
Start on Calle Laurel and the streets nearby. Most bars here focus on one or two star dishes. So order that dish, sip your wine, then move on to the next place.
Bar Soriano is the city’s mushroom champion. This tiny bar serves one thing: grilled mushrooms with garlic and a prawn on top. It scores 4.7 out of 5 on Google. Reviewers regularly mention the outstanding flavour, fast service and great value. However, expect a crowd in the evening. Get directions.
Bar Jubera has served patatas bravas since 1980. Its sauce uses local chilli, so it packs real heat. Google reviewers give it 4.6 out of 5. They often mention the tasty potatoes, quick service and packed bar. In short, it makes a perfect first stop. Get directions.
Bar Blanco y Negro has poured wine and served pintxos since the late 19th century. Its famous matrimonio pairs two kinds of anchovy in a warm, crispy bun. The bar holds a Google score of 4.4 out of 5. It is a true taste of old Logroño. Get directions.
Bar El Perchas opened in 1955 and still draws crowds. It is famous for its pig’s ear pintxo, served spicy or breaded. Google gives it 4.5 out of 5. Reviewers regularly praise the tender ear, friendly staff and quick service. Be brave, because it tastes better than it sounds. Get directions.
Bar Sebas, on Calle Albornoz, is known for its tortilla with spicy sauce. It scores 4.4 out of 5 on Google. Reviewers often mention the stuffed peppers, cod and friendly staff. However, a few say some pintxos arrived cold. Get directions.
El Canalla is a tiny bar with a big reputation. Locals love its “egg explosion” pintxo, a single burst of creamy yolk. It has a Google score of 4.4 out of 5. Reviewers regularly mention the creative pintxos, lovely tortilla and warm service. Save the egg for your last bite. Get directions.
Pulpería La Universidad has served octopus since 1978. Its pulpo a la gallega comes with paprika and olive oil. Google rates it 4.3 out of 5. Reviewers mention the tender octopus, great wine list and quick service. Get directions.
Mesón Egüés is a classic restaurant on the Camino de Santiago route. It cooks old favourites such as garlic soup, piquillo peppers and grilled mushrooms with foie gras. Google gives it a superb 4.7 out of 5. Choose it for a proper sit-down meal. Get directions.
Roots Rioja is a stylish café near the cathedral. It is known for specialty coffee, homemade sourdough and breakfast toast. In the evening, it turns into a wine bar. Google reviewers score it 4.4 out of 5. They regularly mention the excellent coffee, fresh baking and friendly staff. Get directions.
Fine dining restaurants
Logroño also has a growing fine dining scene. Tables fill fast, so book ahead. Our guide on restaurant reservations in Spain explains why.
Ikaro holds a Michelin star. Chefs Carolina Sánchez and Iñaki Murua blend Riojan produce with flavours from Ecuador. Its Google score is a top-notch 4.8 out of 5. Reviewers regularly mention the tasting menu, wine pairings and impeccable service. A few add that the meal can last four hours. Get directions.
Restaurante Ajonegro mixes Mexican and Spanish cooking, and it also holds a Michelin star. It scores 4.6 out of 5 on Google. Reviewers often praise the creative tasting menu, the wine pairings and the fair prices. However, a few find the service uneven. Get directions.
Restaurante Sabores serves creative Rioja cooking near the market square. Its tasting menu is the star. Google gives it 4.8 out of 5. Reviewers regularly mention the beautiful plates, friendly staff and good value. Get directions.
Kiro Sushi is a tiny Michelin-starred restaurant serving traditional Japanese omakase. It scores 4.8 out of 5 on Google. Reviewers regularly praise the top-quality fish, the chef’s explanations and the fair price. Seats are limited, so reserve early. Get directions.
Budget friendly restaurants
Eating well in Logroño does not cost a fortune. Pintxos are cheap, and lunch menus are even better value. Read our guide to the menú del día to order like a local.
Taberna del Tío Blas sits at the start of Calle Laurel. It is known for goat cheese pintxos, croquettes and a big Rioja wine list. It scores 4.1 out of 5 on Google. Reviewers often mention friendly service, English menus and a full meal for under €20. Get directions.
Bar Páganos grills moruno skewers over charcoal in its front window. Google reviewers give it 3.9 out of 5. They regularly mention the smoky pork, friendly staff and low prices. One reviewer paid under €11 for three pintxos and a beer. However, another says it does not take cards, so bring cash. Get directions.
Bueno… Bueno! is a friendly bar on Calle San Juan. It is known for cured ham cut to order and its “zapatilla andaluza”, a toasted bread with tomato and ham. Google gives it 4.6 out of 5. Reviewers regularly mention good prices, a great wine list and fast service. Get directions.
Tondeluna is a stylish gastrobar with an open kitchen. Come at lunchtime, when its set menu offers great value. It holds a Google score of 4.2 out of 5. Reviewers rave about the croquettes, the sharing plates and the lovely terrace. Get directions.
Finally, Logroño rewards curious eaters, so wander, sample and sip. If you need a bed, see our guide to where to stay in Logroño. Want more time in the region? Try our plan for three days in La Rioja, or read about the best Rioja winery towns. ¡Buen provecho!