We stayed at an Airbnb across the street from this café and ended up eating breakfast here every…read moremorning. The espresso drinks are wonderful, the croissants buttery and fresh (no crumbling at all!), and I loved the bagel sandwich with smoked salmon, cheese, arugula. The staff is friendly and very accommodating of us American tourists. If we come back to A Caruña, we'll definitely patronize Boca Negra again!

Weren't expecting much, since this is in tourist area, but quite excellent. The service was slow…read morebut the food is very high quality for a good price. We had the 3-course price-fixed menu, with a lovely asparagus salad, stewed veal, and a small dessert. Lunch took about 90 minutes, but was worth the wait, and the decor is nice--an artful mix of old architecture with a modern interior.

I had a few hours in between business meetings and this was the perfect place to sit down for lunch…read moreand some personal email catching up. Friendly, cozy and delicious food. As usual in Spain, not rushed at all. I had the lasagna, the beef was delicious though a bit more cheesy than I expected; still ate every bite!

Melt-in-your-mouth Octopus…read more This place is so good we went back the next time we were in A Coruña. It's also easy to get to - just a couple of short blocks from the main square (the one with the Obelisk). I have never had Octopus so tender and flavorful. The generous portion comes with potatoes, crusty bread and a starter for 20 Euros. Also enjoyed a couple of glasses of Estrella beer - so refreshing. Also recommend the Scallops and the Prawns. The staff is welcoming and attentive. If you have never tried Octopus, get out of you safety zone and give it a go - I'm betting you will be glad you did.

After spending four hours touring A Coruña and soaking in all its historical charm, we found…read moreourselves absolutely starving at 12:00 PM. The tour had mentioned that octopus is one of the most beloved dishes in A Coruña, so I knew I had to try it. But where? I turned to Yelp and searched for the best octopus nearby. My answer appeared almost immediately, A Taberna de Cunqueiro, just a five-minute walk through the enchanting old town, boasting nearly a 5-star rating with 37 reviews. When we arrived, the place was packed, buzzing with locals and tourists alike. Just as I was scanning the room, probably looking a bit lost, a friendly waitress caught my eye. With a big smile and a cheerful "hola," she seated us right away. She went above and beyond, recommending the best tapas selections to start, and before we even had a chance to order, she brought over a warm bowl of potaje and jamón ham con pan--such a thoughtful touch! We ordered two refreshing local draft beers, Estrella de Galicia, and dug into the delicious appetizers. The casa croquettes, Iberian ham, small scallops, and of course, the Galician octopus, were all simply amazing. Each bite was a true taste of Galicia's culinary brilliance. After a second round of beers, we were so stuffed that we had to call it a day just as they were preparing to close at 2:00 PM for their lunch break. This spot has an amazing vibe and you can tell it's one of the locals favorite as it reas full of young people adding to the energy. This place quickly became one of my favorite while in A Coruña and merits multiple visits. Did I also mention that owner was in the kitchen making sure this packed place functioned like a well oiled machine. The vibe is so authentic, the staff are incredibly friendly, and the food? Unforgettable. I couldn't even imagine giving anything short of 5 star review definitely be back next time I'm in town!

Continuing on our Carnival Cruise, we stopped in La Coruna and after an awesome day of exploring we…read morestopped by this restaurant in the middle of the old square. We sat down and appreciated the large sign with prices so we decided on a couple of items. I am much more adventurous than my wife so we ordered a cheese plate [national cheese is what they call it] for her [safety] which came with a very generous portion of bread. She always wants something sweet so we ordered a Tarta de Santiago which is a sweet bread with a powered sugar coating on top. It too was very good. But the reason you come here is the Pulpo a feira. We got the half order and really enjoyed it. As I mentioned my wife is not that adventurous but she liked it too. It came on some potatoes in a buttery/creamy sauce. And of course you have to try the local wine. We decided on a Jarra de Rebeiro Blanco. We will have to return for the Tinto [Red].

Any restaurant that can make octopus look Like it needs to…read morebe tried by someone that would never put anything that had tentacles in their mouth is a 5 star for me. The cheese and bread I originally purchased to lunch on was great but pushed aside for the pulpo. I say yes! Be adventurous and dive in you won't be sorry!! And it wasn't the wine speaking.

This place was stunning. They had the best fresh seafood available. The sea food was literally…read morealive and cooked while you waited. We ordered the Mariscada and Centolla (King Crab). The dessert was amazing Canolli's with Lemon ice- cream. The restaurant was beautiful and cozy, I felt as if I were living Medieval times. If you are ever near A Coruna, Spain it's a must!