Girona is a city that buzzes around its food scene. From homemade hearty stews to Michelin-recommended oxtail, no appetite is left hungry here! Whether it’s one of the world’s most revered restaurants, or a countryside dining spot that uses its own grown produce, the variety of eateries on offer in Girona is groundbreaking.

Luckily for you foodies, we’ve lined up some of the best ones to head to on your Catalonian escape with Jet2CityBreaks…

El Celler de Can Roca

Starting the list with a standout across both Girona and Europe, we have El Celler de Can Roca. This chic, family-run bistro boasts an incredible three Michelin stars and has been voted the best restaurant in the world by Restaurant magazine twice. It’s safe to say you’ll want to get on the waiting list ahead of your visit to dine here.

The restaurant may be small in size, but every bite of food is huge in flavour. Brothers Joan, Josep and Jordi have crafted a menu to take your senses on a journey through vibrant colours and unique flavours such as cardamon-dried apricot and lobster with vanilla. It’s no surprise people travel from across the globe to visit this temple of gastronomy.

Pizzeria Marghe 1889

A pizzeria to rival even the finest found in Rome or Naples, Pizzeria Marghe 1889 is ranked Girona’s best restaurant on Tripadvisor and it’s a real people-pleaser. One of the cheaper options on this list, this place will have your taste buds tingling for only around €20. Indulge in the creamiest burrata atop light and fluffy dough, with gourmet toppings from rich porchetta to tangy black olives. You’ll be transported to Tuscany through the spectacular flavours.

Divinum

Step into this stylish restaurant which has a menu we can’t get enough of. Chef Jordi Rollan has crafted a modest yet delicious menu where all courses complement one another. Pair the artichokes, smoky chorizo and honey with the main of goat, kefir and cucumber for an explosive sensory expedition. Delight in the masterful desserts of banana and flavours of ginger or artisanal cheese to complete the Divinum experience.

Brots de Vi

This stunning restaurant puts quality service and organic food at the top of its priority list. It’s no surprise that Brots de Vi is a serial winner of the Tripadvisor’s Travellers' Choice Award as visitors rave about their variety of fresh produce and excellent vegetarian options. Tuck into a juicy beef or veggie burger for a flavour-packed meal. Sample some of the delectable tapas on offer from homemade ham croquettes or a platter of cured meat, provolone cheese and fresh tomatoes with basil and olives.

Octopus Restaurant

After Girona’s best seafood? Octopus Restaurant is your answer. This is another location that has been awarded several Travellers’ Choice Awards from Tripadvisor thanks to their delectable menu choices. Start your visit here with fresh prawn croquettes or breaded artichokes, then delve into one of the many paella options or try the house crab dish!

Massana

Massana is another shining restaurant in Girona that has been awarded a Michelin star. It’s steeped in family history and has placed a focus on the elegance of the Catalonian cuisine. The charming restaurant welcomes you to spend hours relishing their tasting menu which has previously consisted of poached eggs with a thyme broth and neck bacon with pickles and a strawberry kimchee. For a taste of Massana history, try the grilled duck speciality which has been a constant on the menu since 1986!

Bionbo Café Gastrobar

Bionbo Café Gastrobar ranks very highly on Tripadvisor and it’s understandable why this small, local restaurant dazzles every one of its visitors. Praised for their eye-popping use of colours, unique choice of flavours and immaculate presentation, it isn’t one to miss when you’re in Girona. The tasting menu changes daily, so it’s almost impossible to prepare for what’s coming, but the surprise element of dining here adds to the experience.

Bo.TiC

This restaurants ticks almost every box imaginable. Incredible decor, immaculate service and delightful dishes are on offer throughout each service, so it’s easy to see how it's been awarded not one, but two Michelin stars! The tasting menus are exceptionally well-crafted and chef Albert Sastregener provides diners with a sensation they won’t forget. From roasted squid gyozas with potato cream and squid noodles, to grilled turbot with gnocchi and prawn oil, the dishes break gastronomic boundaries.

Cacao Sampaka

Finally, a special mention goes out to Cacao Sampaka – it's for all the sweet tooths out there! This artisan chocolatier is nestled away in the city centre and concocts some of the weirdest and most wonderful flavours of chocolate you could imagine. With flavours from Ceylon cinnamon to anchovy and green tea, this is like nothing else. It’s a must-visit for choc fiends!