With this selection of restaurants and bars in Carnota, we want to help you choose the best spots to enjoy the local gastronomy in this part of A Costa da Morte (The Coast of Death).
We know it’s impossible to list every restaurant and dining option in Carnota, but we’ve included some of our top recommendations—places that, in our experience, offer excellent quality for the price. These are perfect for discovering the culinary specialties of our region, from tapas and sharing plates to more elaborate dishes like seafood paella, fresh fish, and shellfish.
Below, we share our favorite places to eat in Carnota—the ones we most frequently recommend to our hotel guests (based on our personal experience, of course).
This is our curated list of the best spots for lunch and dinner in Carnota. Let’s begin!
Here, we’ve included a variety of dining options in the Concello de Carnota to help you savor the best local cuisine near our spa hotel. From traditional Galician taverns to seafood-focused restaurants, there’s something for every taste.
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A Casa da Crega Restaurant
📍 Location: Caldebarcos, 155, 15293 Carnota, A Coruña.
📞 Phone: 685 54 77 35
A small, family-run restaurant just steps from our spa hotel, A Casa da Crega serves homemade, traditional dishes using fresh local seafood. The cozy rustic dining room—with stone walls, wooden tables, and a covered terrace—is perfect for trying specialties like octopus with clams, seafood paella, or grilled fish (including caldeirada, a traditional fish stew).
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Restaurante Fontevella Restaurant
📍 Location: Caldebarcos, S/N, 15295 Carnota, A Coruña.
📞 Phone: 981 76 03 04
A local classic for over 39 years, Fontevella specializes in traditional Galician cuisine. Must-tries include their grilled fish platter, skate stew (caldeirada de raya), seafood rice, and lobster dishes. They also offer takeaway service.
Bonus: Their terrace boasts stunning views of Carnota Beach.
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O Cuberto Restaurant
📍 Location: Rúa Igrexas (beach road), 27, 15293 Carnota, A Coruña.
📞 Phone: 664 39 20 10
A lively tapas bar right across from Carnota’s famous hórreo (granary). Enjoy affordable, locally sourced bites like fried calamari, pork raxo with potatoes, queen scallops, croquettes (including their famous octopus croquettes), and cheese toasts with Arzúa cheese.
They also have a spacious terrace—ideal for a casual meal before a walk to the beach.
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A Morada da Moa Restaurant
📍 Location: Pindo Norte, 311, 15296 O Pindo, A Coruña.
📞 Phone: 981 76 00 85
A “2-fork” restaurant (mid-range upscale) in O Pindo, blending Galician flavors with fusion techniques. Their Km 0 philosophy means hyper-local ingredients shine in dishes like ceviche, black rice with cuttlefish, or mussels with spicy mojo picón sauce. Don’t miss their tasting menu!
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A Morosa Restaurant
📍 Location: Mallou, 182, 15293 Carnota.
📞 Phone: 981 85 74 63
A Carnota staple for 37+ years, A Morosa sits between Mallou’s ancient Celtic ruins and Carnota Beach. Their menu highlights fresh local seafood (they even have an on-site fish market!) and quality meats, paired with an extensive wine list. The glass-walled dining room offers views of Monte Pindo, and there’s a terrace and parking.
Top picks: Grilled octopus, mixed fish grill, rod-caught sea bass, or entrecôte steak.
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A Xouba Restaurant
📍 Location: Rúa Lira, 92, 15292 Lira, A Coruña.
📞 Phone: 981 76 11 45
A tiny, family-owned spot in coastal Lira, serving fresh local seafood in a no-frills, welcoming setting.
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Restaurant O Neixón
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📍 Location: Piñeiro, s/n, San Mamede (Carnota), A Coruña.
📞 Phone: 981 826 500
O Neixón reimagines traditional recipes with modern techniques, using locally sourced, top-quality ingredients. They work directly with nearby fishermen and shellfish harvesters, ensuring sustainability while delivering exceptional flavor.
This list barely scratches the surface—Carnota has countless dining gems! But whether you’re craving tapas, seafood feasts, or innovative dishes, these spots won’t disappoint.
And when it’s time to unwind after your meal, remember our spa hotel by Carnota Beach is the perfect place to relax.
We hope this guide helps you eat like a local!
