Updated February 2024
This is the fourth establishment by Albert Granados and Gonzalo Villalba of the Catalina Group, which includes La Quinta, Catalina Casa de Comidas, Catalina La Barra. Located on the buzzy corner of Zaragoza and Reyes Católicos, the chic well-lit interior has a long bar lined with high stools and an impressive showcase of traditional cold tapas, with comfortable seating in the two dining areas. There is also an ample side walk terrace.
The menu – and concept – are similar to Catalina La Barra, which recently opened in the Plaza Alfalfa. The croquetas are a must-have (there are three types on offer) and the crispy spring roll filled with cheese, prawns and bacon is another favourite. There’s a tasty selection of montaditos and brioche sandwiches, and the larger plates include grilled meats (I love the chistorra), fish dishes and traditional stews.
Classic tapas, great service and open all day from 8.00 am (the kitchen closes between 4.30 – 8.30 but cold snacks, desserts and drinks are available). In fact there is an impressive cocktail list, along with a good selection of wines. A very welcome addition to the neighbourhood.
Bread/Service Charge: 1.20€ PER PERSON
Zaragoza 2
Tel. (no bookings)
Open 8.00 – 23.00
Breakfast 8.00 – 12.00
Kitchen 13.30 – 16.30 / 20.30 – 23.00
Snacks, drinks and desserts all day
€ € € €
Food 8 | Wine 8 | Service 8 | Ambiance 7
gildas: cecina and cheese, anchovy and peppers
smoked sardine with salsa espinaler
Cantabrian anchovy with avocado
ensaladilla de gambas
tuna stuffed egg with prawn on fried toast
chistorra and quail egg montadito
creamy aubergine and mozzarella croquetas
crispy spring rolls filled with cheese, prawns and bacon,
sweet chilli sauce
las bombas de Catalina
grilled chistorras orio
patatas bravas
chipirones plancha
grilled solomillo Ibérico with chimichurri
cheesecake with dulce de leche
the breakfast menu
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updated February 2024