La Auténtica Carmela
Experience daring yet natural Mediterranean cuisine in a rustic-chic atmosphere with exceptional service.
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La Auténtica Carmela
Highlights
Must-see attractions
Experience daring yet natural Mediterranean cuisine in a rustic-chic atmosphere with exceptional service.
Book Ahead
Reservations are highly recommended to secure your table due to the restaurant's popularity.
Generous Portions
The portion sizes are notably large, offering great value for the quality.
Quick Facts
Cuisine
Spanish, Mediterranean
Price
$$$
Phone
+34 958 22 57 94
Address
C. Colcha, 13, Centro, 18009 Granada, Spain
Highlights
Discover the most iconic attractions and experiences
Black Seafood Rice
Indulge in the rich flavors of black seafood rice, where seafood and rice create a harmonious and unforgettable dish.
Tender Duck with Truffle
Experience the exquisite tenderness of duck meat, elevated by the luxurious aroma and flavor of truffle.
Famous Croquettes
Don't miss the critically acclaimed croquettes, a must-try delight that has earned rave reviews.
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Book Ahead
Reservations are highly recommended to secure your table due to the restaurant's popularity.
Generous Portions
The portion sizes are notably large, offering great value for the quality.
Free Tapas
Enjoy complimentary tapas when you order drinks, a delightful bonus.
Visit During Off-Peak
Consider visiting during less busy times to avoid waiting for a table.
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Book Ahead
Reservations are highly recommended to secure your table due to the restaurant's popularity.
Generous Portions
The portion sizes are notably large, offering great value for the quality.
Free Tapas
Enjoy complimentary tapas when you order drinks, a delightful bonus.
Visit During Off-Peak
Consider visiting during less busy times to avoid waiting for a table.
What Travellers Say
Reviews Summary
La Auténtica Carmela is celebrated for its delicious and beautifully presented food, with many patrons highlighting the black seafood rice and tender duck with truffle as standouts. The service is consistently praised for being friendly, helpful, and attentive, with staff like Miguel and Francisco frequently mentioned. While the quality is high, some find the prices to be on the pricier side, though most agree it offers good value for the experience.
"The food is absolutely delicious. We ordered the black seafood rice , and the flavors of the seafood blended perfectly with the rice, creating a wonderfully harmonious dish. The duck meat is incredibly tender, and when paired with truffle, it creates a rich and delightful flavor combination. All other food is great. Our server Miguel is really great. We had a very good experience."
Qing Lei
"I had the pleasure of dining with my friend at Carmela, and the atmosphere was simply wonderful. The food was truly delicious, prepared to perfection, and the staff gave us a warm and welcoming experience from the very beginning. We were lucky to be served by Francisco, who was not only friendly and polite but also very helpful in guiding us through the menu.
To make the evening even more special, we were treated to complimentary shots from the house, perfectly paired with our chocolate dessert.
I would highly recommend Carmela to anyone visiting Granada – it’s an experience not to be missed!"
Rozafe Rexhepaj
"After a tiring day exploring the Alhambra, we had a fantastic meal here. We tried the seafood noodles and their amazing soufflé — both were absolutely delicious. Special thanks to our waiters Paco and Miguel for their warm hospitality and great recommendations. Highly recommended!"
Fatma Erdogan
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Frequently Asked Questions
Popular choices include the black seafood rice, tender duck with truffle, and their famous croquettes. Many also rave about the seafood noodles and chocolate lava cake.
Yes, La Auténtica Carmela is highly recommended for gluten-free dining, with staff trained to handle allergies and many menu items adaptable.
Yes, it's common to receive free tapas when ordering drinks, adding to the dining value.
Reservations are strongly advised, especially during peak times, as the restaurant is very popular and tables can be hard to come by.
The restaurant offers a cozy and intimate atmosphere with both summer and winter terraces, described as rustic-chic.
The restaurant is open Monday to Sunday from 8:00 AM to 12:00 AM, with the kitchen open all day.
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Located in the center of the city, close to the Cathedral and Plaza Nueva, La Auténtica Carmela is a modern, award-winning restaurant, using traditional Andalusian ingredients. Inside you’ll find a sleek interior with exposed stone walls, purple spotlights and hand-painted artwork. We can’t get enough of their menu featuring Iberian rice with chorizo and artichokes, scrambled eggs with potatoes or roast lamb in its own juice.
Where to eat
With a cozy and intimate atmosphere and a summer and winter terrace, offers a daring and fun menu but without losing sight of the naturalness of the Mediterranean diet, the quality of the local product and the intensity of Andalusian gastronomy. Direction: Colcha Street, 13 Schedule: Monday to Sunday from 8.00 a 24.00 h. Kitchen open all day Phone: 958 22 57 94
Tapas in Granada: A Culture of Drinking and Eating in Granada
It is not unusual to see lines of people waiting for a table to open up at almost every tapas bar in the city and this place was no exception. After a 20 minute wait or so we were finally seated. Starting off with our glass of wine we had to be patient for the tapas to arrive because of how busy this place was.
Favorite Places to Eat Out in Granada
Carmela: This is a chain restaurant so take from that what you will. The menu is on the slightly pricier side but you can generally enjoy quality tapas here without wandering out of the center of town. (Tapas chosen by the establishment, outdoor seating available)
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This was the best gluten-free restaurant we’ve dined at in Europe or North America. Everything on the extensive menu was gluten-free. The wait staff was polite, attentive, and helpful.
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