Sevilla Andalusia, Spain Travel Guide
Sevillian cuisine deeply rooted in Andalusian traditions, influenced by Moorish, Roman, and Jewish cultures. It fresh, local ingredients.
Staples Olive oil, garlic, tomatoes, peppers, onions, seafood, cured Iberian ham (Jamón Ibérico), oranges, and sherry wine.
Often savory and rich, a balance of sweet and sour notes and aromatic herbs. Not typically spicy.
Shares many dishes with other Andalusian cities but frequently its own local twists.
Central when it comes to dining here, fostering a communal and exploratory approach to food.
Cold, refreshing tomato-based soups. Salmorejo a thicker, creamier version, often with ham and egg.
Ubiquitous in summer.
Assortment of little fried fish. Jamón Ibérico a national delicacy, served everywhere.
Best enjoyed in Triana or Arenal for fried fish.
Oxtail stew, slow-cooked until tender. Spinach with chickpeas, a Moorish-influenced dish.
Oxtail a specialty around the bullring area.
Pestiños (honey-glazed fritters), Torrijas (similar to French toast), Polvorones and Mantecados (Christmas cookies), and orange-based desserts.
Cruzcampo (local beer), Tinto de Verano (red wine with soda), and fresh Orange Juice.
Michelin-starred and high-end restaurants.
Popular restaurants known for quality and value.
Affordable bites and street food.
A historic market with fresh fruits and vegetables, meats, fish, and several tapas stalls.
Find it on the Triana side of the Guadalquivir.
A gourmet food market by the river, a wide selection of tapas and drinks in a contemporary setting.
Near Puente de Isabel II (Triana Bridge).
Many pizzerias and pasta restaurants.
Sushi and ramen spots growing.
Chinese, Thai, Vietnamese.
Burgers, Middle Eastern, etc.
Awareness increasing. Many restaurants gluten-free requests ("sin gluten").
Handy phrases: "Soy celíaco/a" (I am celiac), "sin trigo" (without wheat).
Larger supermarkets gluten-free products.
Useful phrase: "sin leche" (without milk).
Always communicate your clearly state your dietary needs to restaurant staff.
Use apps like HappyCow for vegetarian and vegan restaurant recommendations.
Several companies classes focused on Andalusian or Sevillian cuisine, often market visits.
Guided walking tours tapas, markets, and local culinary history.
Day trips to nearby olive oil producers and sherry wineries possible.
Moving from bar to bar, one or two tapas and a drink at each. This a highly social and enjoyable way to sample diverse flavors.
A quintessential Sevillian experience.
Traditional grocery stores that also tapas and drinks, a rustic and authentic dining experience.
Often feature local products for sale.
When ordering tapas, start with a few dishes. You can always order more if you still hungry. This you to sample a wider variety.
Sevillians eat dinner late, usually after 9 PM. Enjoy the long, social evenings this dining schedule for.
Each neighborhood its own culinary specialities. Venture beyond the main tourist areas for genuine tastes.
When ordering tapas, start with a couple dishes. You can always order more if you still hungry. This you to sample a wider variety of Seville's delicious offerings.
