Bar restaurante Ancá Lidia
A cozy, laid-back spot near Cadiz's market, serving fresh Spanish seafood, tapas, and traditional mains.
Highlights
Must-see attractions
Social
From TikTok & Reddit
Best Time
Blue hour photography, calmer galleries
Bar restaurante Ancá Lidia
Highlights
Must-see attractions
A cozy, laid-back spot near Cadiz's market, serving fresh Spanish seafood, tapas, and traditional mains.
Reservations Recommended
Book in advance to guarantee a table, especially for popular dishes, as the restaurant gets busy.
Sunny Mid-day Dining
Visit during the day for a pleasant experience on the outdoor terrace, enjoying the sunshine.
Quick Facts
Cuisine
Spanish
Price
Mid-range
Phone
+34 640 27 11 93
Address
Pl. de la Libertad, 12, 11005 Cádiz, Spain
Highlights
Discover the most iconic attractions and experiences
Fresh Seafood Delights
Savor exquisite Spanish seafood dishes like mussels in flavorful sauces and razor clams in white wine.
Vibrant Market-Side Ambiance
Enjoy a sunny outdoor spot by the market, perfect for tapas and traditional mains with a local vibe.
Classic Spanish Tapas
Indulge in local favorites like perfectly fried calamari and simple yet delicious Padrón peppers.
Plans like a pro.
Thinks like you
Menu
Most Popular Items
Insider Tips
from TikTok, Instagram & Reddit
Reservations Recommended
Book in advance to guarantee a table, especially for popular dishes, as the restaurant gets busy.
Sunny Mid-day Dining
Visit during the day for a pleasant experience on the outdoor terrace, enjoying the sunshine.
Local Wine Pairings
Complement your meal with a Tinto de Verano or a recommended local red wine from the staff.
Tips
from all over the internet
Reservations Recommended
Book in advance to guarantee a table, especially for popular dishes, as the restaurant gets busy.
Sunny Mid-day Dining
Visit during the day for a pleasant experience on the outdoor terrace, enjoying the sunshine.
Local Wine Pairings
Complement your meal with a Tinto de Verano or a recommended local red wine from the staff.
What Travellers Say
Reviews Summary
Ancá Lidia is praised for its exceptionally fresh seafood, particularly mussels and razor clams, served in flavorful sauces. Diners also appreciate the convenient location near the market and the friendly, welcoming service, often highlighting the sunny outdoor terrace as a pleasant spot to dine. While most reviews are glowing, one guest found their pasta bolognese disappointing and noted some desired items were unavailable.
"As others have said nice & quiet next to the market. We needed something other than tapas and this delivered. Fantastic house salad, mussels. Great service."
P Ingle
"What a great sidewalk side restaurant. Not usually at all a foodie but lunched on a great combination of sliced tomatoes and olive oil and a side of the Iberian ham so popular in this region. The staff were also very friendly, while not English speaking, or so they professed but still very cordial.
If we were not departing tomorrow I suspect we would go back at least once on a good weather day."
Scott Harm
"Found this completely by accident and had a great seafood lunch here. Rael was such a nice water and we loaded up on razor clams, sardines and tuna.
Food was great!
Service was outstanding (thanks)
Followed by a Cadiz local wine.
Definitely worthwhile"
Jem Harness
What People Like
What People Dislike
Frequently Asked Questions
Customers rave about the mussels in various sauces, razor clams in white wine, fried sole, and Padrón peppers. Fresh fish options are also highly recommended.
Yes, it is highly recommended to make a reservation to ensure you get a table, as the restaurant is quite popular.
Visiting during mid-day is recommended for a nice sunny spot on the outdoor terrace.
While some staff may profess not to speak fluent English, many reviews mention friendly interactions and helpfulness.
The menu includes tomato dishes and Padrón peppers, but specific vegan/vegetarian options should be confirmed with the staff.
Ancá Lidia is conveniently located right beside the central market in Cadiz.
Mentioned in
Featured in these publications
Where To Eat In Cadiz Spain: Best Tapas, Restaurants, Breakfasts & Sweets
In a great location right near the central market, Ancá Lidia is a great place to try some delicious Spanish dishes. We enjoyed the fried hake, patatas bravas and padrón peppers, which went nicely with a Tinto de Verano. We loved the friendly service here.
Social
from TikTok, Instagram & Reddit