The Barbate restaurant that no bluefin tuna lover can miss
Cádiz is a community in southern Spain that has become a must-visit destination for sea lovers. It has it all: beautiful beaches, pleasant temperatures, and exquisite cuisine. A great example of this is the Jarana restaurant, located on Barbate's seafront promenade. In addition to offering a wide variety of delicacies based on bluefin tuna, it also offers spectacular sea views.
With a terrace that works perfectly both in summer and winter, It opened in July 2023 and has since become a favorite for visitors to the southern region. Below, we'll tell you a little more about this restaurant and take a look at its signature dishes so you can experience an unforgettable culinary experience.
The establishment strives to strike a balance between tradition and innovation, aiming to bring the sea to every dish. On the menu, dishes such as pulpo palomita (shrimp bread with octopus dressing), shrimp taco, freshly smoked tuna tartar , grilled meats , and raw tuna- based recipes win over new diners daily.
Restaurant with seasonal products
Jarama is a restaurant belonging to the Macarena group where quality work and customer satisfaction are the main focus. The secret of their recipes lies in the simplicity of the ingredients and the care taken with carefully selected, always fresh and seasonal products.
Both inside and outside, the establishment features low tables where you can enjoy small portions accompanied by a good cup of coffee or drinks for after-dinner conversation. It's perfect for any occasion: a special evening, a business meeting, or simply an unforgettable dining experience. Furthermore, excellent customer service is also one of its highlights.
The restaurant has a menu featuring all kinds of bluefin tuna-based dishes. Your experience should definitely begin with the raw bluefin tuna cubes with a garlic sauce, which you can enjoy for just €19.50. You can't miss the smoked tartar, a tuna-based preparation accompanied by guacamole, pickled onions, and mango, priced at €19.50.
But one of the most popular dishes among diners is the bluefin tuna guild, made with the tarantello part of the fish and topped with an olive sphere, topped with a pesto made with anchovies and olives. You can try it for 8.90 euros (it's larger than a classic guild).
You can also enjoy bluefin tuna belly carpaccio with tomato tartar and truffle oil, accompanied by a generous slice of bread, for €16.50. As if that weren't enough, they also offer award-winning dishes: tuntangana, a sweet potato-based preparation with Amontillado sauce, accompanied by a uniquely seared tuna, which won second place in the Tuna Route 2025. You can enjoy this delicacy for just €8.90.
And you can't leave without trying the bluefin tuna brioche for €8.90, a dish topped with pink chocolate shavings. A perfectly balanced combination that creates an explosion of flavors on the palate. And don't forget a dish that has only recently appeared on the menu: bluefin tuna with potatoes, shrimp, and egg yolk for just €23.50.
Where is Jarana located?
You can find them at Avenida del Atlántico 1, El Espigón Building, Paseo Marítimo Barbate, Cádiz. They are open Mondays, Thursdays, Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays from 1:30 PM to 4:30 PM, and then from 8:00 PM to midnight. They are closed on Tuesdays , and on Wednesdays they are open from 1:00 PM to 5:00 PM, and then from 8:00 PM to 11:00 PM.
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