Best Restaurants in Gibraltar: Where to Eat on the Rock
Where to Eat in Gibraltar
Gibraltar is tiny but its restaurant scene is surprisingly diverse, reflecting its position at the crossroads of Britain, Spain and North Africa. Eating out is generally more expensive than neighbouring Spain, but there are genuine gems across the Rock. Here are the standouts by area.
Casemates Square
The main social hub. Roy's Cod Place is a Gibraltar institution for fish and chips - simple, generous and reliable. The Lord Nelson is the go-to British pub with decent pub grub and live music most evenings. Cafe Solo does solid Mediterranean food in a relaxed setting within the old bombproof barracks. For something more refined, Queen's Picturehouse and Eatery occupies the old cinema and offers a classier dining experience.
Irish Town and Old Town
El Kasbah is widely considered Gibraltar's best restaurant. Intimate, atmospheric Moroccan food in a setting that reflects the Rock's proximity to North Africa. Booking is essential. Sacarello's Coffee House is a historic institution on Irish Town, open since the 1800s, famous for fresh-roasted coffee and a varied lunch menu mixing British, Italian and Andalucian dishes. The Clipper does affordable, honest pub grub.
Ocean Village and Marina Bay
Little Bay Indian won the World Culinary Award for Gibraltar's Best Restaurant three times. It is a modern, spacious restaurant on the waterfront with exceptional Indian food. Bianca's has been a marina fixture for over 35 years with a varied menu, great terrace and reliable service. For steak lovers, Gauchos (also known as Patagonica) serves high-quality Argentinian beef chargrilled over coals. Pizza Express and Wagamama also have branches here for something familiar.
Queensway Quay
A quieter marina area with waterfront restaurants. Monique's Bistro and La Sala are popular choices. La Sala in particular does a well-regarded Sunday roast in a stunning waterfront setting.
Chatham Counterguard
One of Gibraltar's buzziest evening strips. Vault 13 does inventive dishes with consistently high quality. My Wines has Gibraltar's largest wine selection and its own microbrewery, making it a must for craft beer fans. The Chimney Tapas Bar is a local favourite for sharing plates.
Catalan Bay
La Mamela specialises in fresh fish and paella in a charming beachside setting. It is worth the trip to the eastern side of the Rock.
Written by Ethan Roworth