Augurio

Updated March 2025

After working in London and then running a restaurant in Punta Umbría for two years, Lorena Cabezón (chef) and Carmen Granados (FOH) have returned to their home town with one of the most exciting openings of the year. Augurio is all minimalist charm, both in its décor and gastronomy, with low and high tables in the 24-seat dining area and a small side walk terrace. Attention to detail is everywhere.

The short menu truly has something for everyone. Starters include the (must have) bombita filled with steak tartare and topped with a fried quail egg, the butterfish ceviche on a crispy corn tortilla, and a simply perfect Cantabrian anchovy on a toasted wafer with blue cheese butter (you heard me – BLUE CHEESE BUTTER). There are several Almadraba tuna options and the tuna triptych (sashimi de toro, tartare, atún picante) gives you a chance to try out three exquisite versions. There is also a fish of the day special – the char-grilled sea bass with pilpil sauce and grilled tuna belly with citrus romesco were both outstanding. For meat lovers the grilled beef tenderloin “a la pimienta” and glazed sous vide lamb with mash should keep everyone happy. There’s an excellent ever-changing wine list with several by-the-glass options, and excellent service too from the small Augurio team.

Truly, over several visits this past year (their first anniversary is on April 18th) there hasn’t been anything we tried that we didn’t want to immediately have again. It doesn’t happen often but I was confident giving Augurio five oranges right off the bat.

Bread/Service Charge: 1.60€ PER PERSON