Andalusia’s rich gastronomy reflects the influences of its history and embraces delicious recipes to give us delicacies such as torrijas, which are also iconic in Seville.
This Lenten sweet is a delicacy that tempts thousands of locals and tourists to break their diets. Just one bite of one of these is enough to make you swoon.
In Seville, we have torrijas in hundreds of styles and flavors, for all budgets and in any setting. To provide you with a guide to the best ones, we have created this route full of bakeries and cafes so you can enjoy this sweet treat wherever you are.
The torrija at Barra Baja has quickly become one of our favorites. In general, their cuisine immediately makes your mouth water, and this sweet treat, one of five in their dessert section, will delight diners as the perfect end to their experience at this restaurant.
We’ll say it: the potential of Barra Baja is undeniable, and its torrija (take note: caramelized with orange sorbet) is well worth a spot before asking for the check.
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One of the best restaurants in Seville, also known for its 100% Sevillian cuisine using local products, could not leave out one of the favorite desserts of the capital and Andalusia: torrija.
Theirs, under the name of orange blossom incense, is a divine treat made with clove crumble and incense smoke. An ode to Holy Week that goes straight to the palate.
Manu Jara’s torrijas
Manu Jara is one of our favorite bakeries in Seville. It’s worth visiting any of their locations at this time of year just for their torrijas.
The classic wine and honey version is made with palo cortao and honey from the Sierra de Aracena and is an absolute must this season.
Every year, Manu Jara offers a wide selection that will delight any palate, with some of the best torrijas in Seville in one of the most welcoming sweet spots.
Perro viejo
Of all the items on the menu, one of the biggest draws continues to be the torrija with ice cream on a tiramisu base.
A generous brioche bread accompanied by this succulent combination of flavors. Perfect for sharing, as dictated by the essence of the hospitality group Tu hogar fuera de casa (Your home away from home).
We don’t know whether to classify them as the best torrijas in Seville, but over the years they have earned the well-deserved applause of the gastronomic public.
María Trifulca
It’s no surprise that it stands out for its incredible location and stunning views.
But ending a meal with a torrija that will blow your mind is no small feat. Without a doubt, their torrija is so excellent that it competes to be one of the best dishes on the menu.
They make it with brioche, caramelized with meringue milk ice cream.
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Our favorite dessert is one of the attractions of this downtown restaurant. In this case, they offer a cookie-style torrija with vanilla ice cream. It will make your mouth water just by looking at it, and it is undoubtedly one of the best torrijas in Seville.
In addition, Seis is (in our opinion) one of the most romantic restaurants in the city to enjoy an evening with your partner.
Horno Nueva Florida
They come in all types and colors: classic milk or wine, made with sliced bread. Our recommendation: Torrija “de la abuela” (grandma’s torrija), made with extra-large traditional bread.
La Colchona
It is known for being the oldest mantecaos factory in Estepa, although they also make traditional Lent sweets. Naturally, torrijas are a must.
Confitería Los Ángeles
Los Ángeles is one of Seville’s most traditional pastry shops, located in the heart of Arenal. When spring approaches, it’s essential to come here for a coffee, preferably at one of the outdoor tables, accompanied by one of their traditional torrijas.
The crème de la crème
La Creme de la Creme is a veritable temple of breakfasts and afternoon snacks.
In addition to tradition and the approaching season, torrijas are a must. They are made in the style of French toast accompanied by ice cream and almonds, although they also have more traditional versions.
El cachorro: traditional torrijas in Seville
This bakery has been making artisan products for almost six decades as a family tradition. Fried pestiños, chocolate torrijas, roscón de reyes, or their classic “cachorrito” in Seville. They are certainly versatile and will keep you coming back for more. You can also order their chocolate torrijas.
La Campana
La Campana is possibly one of the most iconic establishments in the capital of Seville. As a confectionery, of course, but also as a space where nostalgia converges with the city center, the starting point for its most legendary streets.
This place has been sweetening afternoon snacks since 1885, and torrijas are one of its must-try offerings. In this case, they cost around €3 each.
El Petisú
Their philosophy is to make products as they were made in the past, using the best ingredients. At this pastry shop in Seville, you can find everything from classic honey torrijas to new milk torrijas. They also make pestiños, leche frita… Just about everything. Of course, you can order them to go.
Casa Robles
It has one of the best dessert menus in the entire city of Seville. They prepare torrijas with wine or milk, honey, and sugar. It doesn’t matter which variety you try because all of them are delicious.
Los Angelitos Pastry Shop
Walking in here and taking a deep breath is a delight, both at the Puerta de la Carne location and the one on Calle Alcaicería. You may want to try the original chocolate ones, but you’ll probably end up succumbing to the traditional torrijas.
Casa Rafel
In the vibrant setting that Seville offers for torrijas, Casa Rafel has a lot to say. The ideal way to end a feast, an unpretentious torrija with the fine finish you would expect from this classic from Los Remedios.
Poleáis starting to take over paragraphs and restaurants, even though until recently it was an old-fashioned dessert made from leftovers. And no wonder. It isan old recipe similar to porridge—flour, sugar, lemon, aniseed, and Javier’s grandmother’s secret ingredient—which in this case tops the torrijas at La Esencia,made with baked (not fried) brioche dough.
Las torrijas de la yaya islocated at 34 Alfonso XII in the city center, breaking one of the city’s unwritten rules: that torrijas are only for Lent. This bakery was created with a clear mission: to pay homage to grandma’s recipe, but “taking it to the extreme.”
