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Top 5 Bars in Granada

Granada is filled with amazing tapas bars where you get a free dish of food with your drink...but if you're not hungry, you still have so much choice ranging from modern bars that have eliminated the tapas culture to charming dive bars that you might have missed otherwise

Here is what we recommend:

La Taberna Chica
A tiny bar (hence the name) you'd be forgiven for dismissing when walking by as it doesn't appear to be much at all; one small room, bar stools and at various points in the day, either teeming with revellers or more sedate locals from the neighbourhood. Once you're here though, wait til you try the Jamón Asado, a dish that Paco serves up with each generous pour. A very reasonably priced option for a fun night out!

Address: C/ Jesus y Maria, 2

Ras Bar

Another little doorway that you might miss walking by; Ras Bar starts small but opens out into a bigger dining area at the back, facing the river. Pop in here with friends after a day of sightseeing to settle into the cosy surroundings, interesting decor and delicious tapas. See the tortilla freshly made, the jamón being cut and try the croquetas de jamón for a more filling snack.
Address: Carrera del Darro, 66

San 
Matías 30
This modern style bar is always packed with young locals sipping on massive, goldfish bowl-like Gin Tonics from early evening until late. Pack in with them to enjoy the strong music playlist, the friendly staff and cool atmosphere. No tapas served here (except a bowl of nuts if you're lucky) so it's a great option for a stop before or after food into the early hours. 
Address: Plaza de las Descalzas, 3 on C/San Matías
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Restaurante Lío
This bar is perfectly located at the centre of it all; smack in front of La Catedral main doors and surrounded by a bustling neighbourhood of bars, cafés and little shops. 
It's open all day starting with breakfast but continues into the night with the typical large Gin Tonics and other cocktails. Another good stop for a group in the middle of town before or after eating. 
Address: Plaza de las Pasiegas in front of La Catedral

Plaza de Carlos Cano

For those days when it's just starting to warm up, when the sun is out and everyone throngs the streets to replenish their Vitamin D after a long winter...this is the plaza in which to spend that afternoon. 
And if it's already hot outside, then where better to spend it than under a cooling umbrella in the breezy plaza with restaurants and cafés on all sides to choose from. It's a great spot to relax for hours, let the kids run free and enjoy the free tapas with your drinks.

BONUS: We're adding on to this list because no way is it enough to just give you Top 5 Bars...


Rosario Varela (Bar with free tapas, Calle Varela, 10): Rosario Varela is a very Brooklyn- and Shoreditch-type bar that is open all day long (i.e. it's open during the hours when many bars close from 4:30pm to 8:30pm) with cool music, trendy tattooed bartenders and indoor or outdoor seating. Order a copa de vino, café solo or their incredible G&Ts that practically come in fishbowls. Bonus is you get a delicious tapa (free) to accompany your drink. Sister of one of our original Best Bars (above), San Matías 30, aka BAR, just up the road.

Filigrana (Bar with free tapas, Plaza Isabel La Católica, 2): We've discovered that this brand spankin' new bar is a great spot for watching matches on their big screen. With indoor and outdoor seating all in view of the screen, it's perfect for groups that can drift into the air conditioning or out to the breezy heat. This bar is also open all day long so handy for late-afternoon/evening snacking. 

El Bar de Fede (Bar with free tapas, Calle Marqués de Falces, 1): Ever try to arrange a group get-together but struggle to find the perfect bar with standing plus sitting room, easy access to the bar and good food and drink to boot? Well, this is your ideal spot - standing-height tables with optional seats in the evening lend an easy-going air to this bar which is actually sit-down in the day (their tables adjust to different heights - it's useful engineering at its best!). Friendly waiters that speak English (only if you want them to) and delicious tapas make for a popular gathering spot. 

Petra Vinos y más (Bar plus backroom for wine tasting, learning about local wines and free accompanying tapas): We met Fuensanta, a local Sommelier in Granada and were amazed to be introduced to her cellar-like backroom lined with wine bottles and artwork, a haven for any wine aficionado. Come learn about the organic wines of Granada and the foods that complement them with Fuensanta to guide you through it all.

Baraka (for all day drinking & snacks/sandwiches menu nearby on Calle Jerónimo): modern bar/café where groups of friends come to hang out or couples for a chat in their sheltered outdoor terrace with cool music & free wifi; dogs and smokers welcome. 

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    • Spaghetti a la Vongole Recipe
    • Christmas Market Burgers Recipe
    • Chicken Kwasukwasu Recipe
    • Vegetarian Empanadas Recipe
    • Empanadas de Carne Recipe
    • Thai Potato Curry Recipe
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    • Thai Soup Recipe
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    • Mint Pesto Recipe
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