L’Arròs
Try the local sea-and-mountain recipe at one of the restaurants with the official seal.
Local guide · restaurants and food
Eating Well in Castelldefels
Rice beside the sea, creative tapas, international cooking, chiringuitos and practical options for eating at your apartment.
A city made for slow meals
A city made for slow meals
Castelldefels has more than 300 restaurants: seafood and rice, steakhouses, Thai, Japanese, Italian, tapas and chiringuitos. The scene spreads across the town centre, residential districts and almost five kilometres of beach.
The sea supplies fish, prawns and cuttlefish; the Baix Llobregat Agricultural Park provides fruit and vegetables; and Garraf contributes herbs, meat and a distinctive Mediterranean identity. The city belongs to the Délice Network of Food Capitals and joined Saborea España in 2026.
Choose your plan
Chiringuitos
Mediterranean food, cocktails and sea views, with hours that change by season.
Tapas and coffee
Casa Víctor, Café de Finca and local restaurants away from the promenade.
Delivery
Glovo, Uber Eats and Just Eat cover much of Castelldefels.
The local dish: L’Arròs de Castelldefels
The local dish: L’Arròs de Castelldefels
The city has an officially recognised sea-and-mountain recipe: prawns and cuttlefish with pork ribs, seasonal vegetables, bomba rice, fish stock, sofrito and thyme from Garraf.
Restaurants must meet requirements for ingredients, preparation, service and price to receive the authenticity seal. The project received the Best Values in a Destination award at GastroPlanet 2026 and was also recognised at FITUR 2026.
Official L’Arròs de Castelldefels programme ↗
| Restaurant | Location | Published price per person |
|---|---|---|
| El Embarcadero | Ribera de Sant Pere 1–9 | €27 |
| El Avión | Passeig del Timó 24 | €25 |
| Las Botas | Passeig dels Pins 6 | €27 |
| Andalucía | Carrer de l’Església 31 Bis | €24 |
| Solraig | Passeig Marítim 169 | €27 |
| Soli Restaurant | Passeig Marítim 38–42 | €27 |
| The New Canasta | Carrer 5, 24 | €27 |
| Casanova Beach Club | Passeig Marítim 297 | €23 |
| Tibu-Ron Beach Club | Ribera de Sant Pere 15 | €27 |
| Amar | Carrer 5, 6 | €27 |
| Sunset | Carrer 11, 9 | €24.50 |
| El Pèndul | Ribera de Sant Pere 1 | €27 |
| Torre Barona | Avinguda de l’Hotel, s/n | €26 |
| Mareny | Passeig Marítim 171 | €26 |
| Tast | Carrer Major 16 | €23 |
The best restaurants, by type of food
The best restaurants, by type of food
This selection combines current guide recognition, local awards, distinctive specialities and useful addresses for visitors. It is not an absolute ranking: it is a practical starting point.
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For a special occasion
Cheche and Marevento are two good choices for a carefully prepared meal beside the sea.
Cheche
Best for: Special dinner and market cuisine
The only Castelldefels restaurant currently included in the Michelin Guide. It offers contemporary cooking, market produce and a tasting menu.
Recognition: Michelin Guide selection; it is not a Michelin-starred restaurant.
Marevento
Best for: Tasting menu, fresh fish and a special meal
A seafront coastal restaurant serving rice dishes, fresh fish, seasonal produce and a tasting menu. It also offers spaces for events.
Recognition: Check the current menu and reserve ahead; opening hours change between winter and summer.
02
Fish, seafood and rice
The seafront concentrates several of the strongest choices for rice, fish and Mediterranean cooking.
Solraig by Tibu-Ron
Best for: Rice, fish, seafood and views
A Mediterranean restaurant facing the sea, specialising in rice and fish. A dependable choice for a family lunch or celebration.
Recognition: Guía Repsol recommended restaurant 2026; approximately €35–€60 per person.
Location Passeig Marítim 169Solraig ↗
The New Canasta
Best for: Traditional paella, seafood and suquet
The former La Canasta opened in 1976 and remains a classic for paella, fresh fish, seafood, stews and suquet.
Recognition: Historical local awards.
El Embarcadero
Best for: Seafront dining and celebrations
Inside Hotel Playafels, it serves Mediterranean food, rice and seafood directly beside the beach. Terraces and larger rooms work well for groups.
Recognition: Part of the official L’Arròs de Castelldefels programme.
Location Ribera de Sant Pere 1–9, Hotel PlayafelsEl Embarcadero ↗
Amar
Best for: Relaxed Mediterranean food near the beach
A more informal Playafels option with Mediterranean cooking and a place in the L’Arròs programme.
Recognition: Guía Repsol Solete.
03
Creative tapas
For sharing plates and more contemporary cooking, book in the town centre or by the seafront.
Casa Víctor
Best for: Creative tapas and sharing plates
Its concept is elevated neighbourhood tapas: familiar Spanish dishes reworked with contemporary technique. Menus change, so ask about the award-winning tapa.
Recognition: Best Tapa in Catalonia 2025; regional third place in 2024.
Chalo de Tapas
Best for: Tapas, roscas and milanesas to share
A seafront venue specialising in tapas, filled roscas and milanesas. Its own description highlights a combination of tradition and creativity; it also has indoor and outdoor seating and delivery.
Recognition: Check opening times and availability before travelling; it is also listed in the Castelldefels municipal guide.
04
Meat and grill
Two practical choices for groups where not everyone wants rice or seafood.
La Pampa
Best for: Argentine beef and grill
An established steakhouse specialising in Argentine cuts and a classic parrilla atmosphere.
Location Avinguda de Castelldefels 108–110La Pampa ↗
Can Pérez
Best for: Groups with different tastes
Combines rice, grilled octopus, fish and meat. Its quieter location is useful for a relaxed family lunch.
Recognition: Best Restaurant in Castelldefels 2025, according to the local Tenedor de Oro.
05
Asian food
Castelldefels also has Thai and Japanese choices beyond the paella circuit.
Sawadee Thai
Best for: Thai and Isaan cooking
A small traditional Thai restaurant with a focus on the flavours of Isaan. Book or order by telephone.
Recognition: Also handles orders through Uber Eats.
Miru Gastrofusión
Best for: Japanese and Nikkei-style fusion
Combines Japanese techniques with contemporary fusion cooking, including sushi, sashimi and miso-glazed black cod.
Recognition: Available for delivery through Just Eat.
Location Carrer de l’Onze de Setembre 19Miru Gastrofusión ↗
06
Italian food, beach and chiringuitos
For a straightforward meal by the sea, these addresses cover pizza, pasta and informal food on the sand.
Casanova
Best for: Pizza, pasta and families
A long-established Italian restaurant near the beach, with carbonara, margherita pizza and a broad menu.
Recognition: Guía Repsol Solete.
Spriz
Best for: Pizza, pasta and delivery
A convenient apartment option for pizza, pasta and delivery through Glovo and Just Eat.
Recognition: Guía Repsol Solete.
Chalito
Best for: Informal beach dining
A seasonal chiringuito beside the promenade for tapas, drinks, Mediterranean food and an easy-going meal.
Recognition: Guía Repsol Solete.
Punta Roca by Tibu-Ron
Best for: Rice and sea views
A chiringuito known for its views and rice dishes; a good choice when the setting is part of the plan.
Recognition: Guía Repsol Solete.
Location Beachfront, CastelldefelsGuía Repsol ↗
07
Coffee and informal meals
Not every meal needs to be a long lunch: these are useful for breakfast, a drink or a quick bite.
Café de Finca
Best for: Speciality coffee
The clearest speciality-coffee recommendation in Castelldefels. Good before visiting the town centre, castle or beach.
Recognition: Guía Repsol Solete.
Fosbury Café
Best for: Terrace, cocktails and groups
A large seafront venue with terraces, Mediterranean cooking, cocktails and space for celebrations.
Rober’s Frankfurt
Best for: Local sandwich and quick food
A Castelldefels institution for sandwiches, quick meals and takeaway.
Recognition: Guía Repsol Solete.
Location Passeig Marítim 218–220Guía Repsol ↗
Raíces
Best for: Contemporary Mediterranean food
Traditional cooking with modern touches, long-fermented sourdough and homemade cheesecake.
Vegetarian, vegan and gluten-free dining
Vegetarian, vegan and gluten-free dining
Many restaurants offer vegetarian dishes, but check the current menu and ask about stock, sauces, dairy and cross-contamination, especially in rice restaurants and fried food venues.
For a strict diet, confirm ingredients directly with the restaurant before ordering.
Useful phrases
Soy vegetarianoI am vegetarian
Soy veganoI am vegan
Soy celíacoI have coeliac disease
¿Lleva caldo de pescado o de carne?Does it contain fish or meat stock?
¿Hay contaminación cruzada?Is there a risk of cross-contamination?
Food delivery in Castelldefels
Food delivery in Castelldefels
Glovo, Uber Eats and Just Eat are the main platforms. Availability depends on the exact address, day, time and the restaurant’s current capacity.
Delivery is useful because Castelldefels is geographically spread out. Pizza, Thai food, sushi, burgers and tapas usually travel well; rice, grilled fish and delicate fried seafood are generally better in the restaurant. Where possible, ordering directly can reduce commissions and makes it easier to ask about ingredients.
| Restaurant | Cuisine | Delivery |
|---|---|---|
| Spriz | Italian and pizza | Glovo and Just Eat |
| Miru Gastrofusión | Japanese fusion | Just Eat |
| Sawadee / Isaan | Thai | Telephone and Uber Eats |
| Can Pérez | Spanish and Mediterranean | Uber Eats |
| Sushi Chef | Japanese | Just Eat |
| Ankara Burger | Burgers | Uber Eats |
Buy local food and cook at home
Buy local food and cook at home
The Mercat de Pagès takes place on Saturday mornings, normally from 09:00 to 14:00, in the pedestrian section of Carrer d’Arcadi Balaguer. It is useful for seasonal tomatoes, peppers, aubergines, fruit and other produce from the surrounding area.
A simple meal of local tomatoes, olive oil, bread, cheese, olives and fruit can be as memorable as a restaurant meal—and considerably less expensive.
Check the Mercat de Pagès ↗
Awards and recognition
Awards and recognition
Castelldefels does not currently have a Michelin-starred restaurant, but several addresses have meaningful recognition.
The Tapas Route held its 21st edition in spring 2026 with 45 participating tapas: a useful way to discover places beyond the seafront.
Ruta de la tapa del Gremi d'hosteleria ↗ChecheCurrent Michelin Guide selection
Solraig by Tibu-RonGuía Repsol recommended restaurant 2026
Casa VíctorBest Tapa in Catalonia 2025; third place in 2024
The New CanastaHistorical Tenedor de Oro, Castelldefels Gastronomy Award and Best Restaurant Award
Amar, Casanova, Spriz, Café de Finca, Chalito, Punta Roca and Rober’s FrankfurtGuía Repsol Solete
L’Arròs de CastelldefelsGastroPlanet 2026 and FITUR 2026 recognition
Practical advice
Practical advice
Rice restaurants are especially busy on Sundays, public holidays and summer weekends.
Many kitchens begin around 20:00 or 20:30; the busiest period is usually 21:00–22:30.
Freshly prepared rice often takes 25–40 minutes and may require a minimum order of two people.
On weekdays this is often the best-value meal: two courses, dessert or coffee and sometimes a drink.
Ask whether it is smoking or non-smoking; rules and arrangements vary.
Chiringuitos and some beach restaurants reduce hours or close in winter.
Casa Víctor, Sawadee, Café de Finca and La Pampa are in the centre or away from the immediate beachfront and worth the trip.
A city made for long meals
A city made for long meals
Have coffee in the town centre, share award-winning tapas, eat traditional rice beside the sea, order Argentine steak, discover Isaan cooking or spend an afternoon at a chiringuito. The essential experience is gathering around a rice dish: L’Arròs de Castelldefels brings together the sea, the agricultural plain and the Garraf landscape in one pan.