In the face of the abundance of hotel chains, gastrobars and high altitude restaurants seville often forgets to highlight the value of its bars historic, traditional redoubts that locals and tourists enjoy in equal parts.
The temples that remain are getting older and older: orders written down with chalk, ham legs presiding over ceilings and bars, holy cards everywhere and the tapa with beer that preserve the charm of past generations. These are the best historic bars in Seville, at least our 7 favorites.
1. Las Escobas
Las Escobas is, by far, not only one of the oldest restaurants in Seville, but probably also the most ancient business in Spain dedicated to the hospitality industry. Dated in the year 1386, its owners were dedicated to the sale of wine and brooms.
This place is also famous because it was frequented by famous writers such as Lope de Vega, Cervantes or Dumas.
c/ Alvárez Quintero, 62
2. El Rinconcillo
El Rinconcillo is another of Seville’s most long-lived and historic bars whose origins date back to 1670. The walls of this place have witnessed the passage of time: four dynasties, wars and revolutions. The spinach with chickpeas and its pavías de bacalao are some of the tastiest you will ever try.
Incidentally, the Taste Atlas gastronomic guide included this renowned space among its the 150 most legendary restaurants in the world. Specifically, El Rinconillo ranks 34th, sneaking into the top 50.
According to the guide, “each tapa tells a story of local ingredients and traditional recipes, reflecting the rich history of Seville and its gastronomy, making El Rinconcillo its main ambassador”.
📍 c/ Gerona, 40
3. Las Teresas
In Las Teresas, the pulse of Santa Cruz is taken. Located in the heart of Seville, it opened as a grocery store in 1870. It later became a bodega and in the 1970s it would eventually rise to become the bar we know today.
An infinite bar of food and traditional tapas from Manchego cheeses and ham to its own friedfish.
📍 c/ Teresa, 2
4. Bodeguita Aurora
More than 100 years old, this bar has barely changed in a century. Five generations of restaurateurs have maintained it without losing the quality of its food. Your chorizo to hell and the pringá montaditos are among the best in the restaurant.
📍 c/ Pérez Galdós, 9
5. Bar Jota
This venue has been open since the fateful date that marked a dark period in the history of Spain: 1936. In Jota’s Bar you will find pictures of the celebrities that have visited his space and his appearance looks the same as when he was founded.
As far as culinary offerings are concerned, the following are a must cod and the mojama.
📍 c/ Luis Montoto, 52
6. Álvaro Peregil’s Tavern (La Goleta)
Alvaro Peregil needs no introduction. It retains its name, caps and decoration after a century of life. This vintage look and its tiny size give it its particular charm.
However, the attendee should not expect new gourmet cuisine because its specialties are still its sardines, the pringá salmorejo and the different types of chorizos.
📍 c/ Santa María de Gracia, 13
7. La Flor del Toranzo (Casa Trifón)
Almost a century of history endorses this bar, which has been frequented by politicians and artists. If there is one thing that makes it stand out, it is its anchovy tapa with condensed milk. An unlikely but delicious proposal that can also be served with foie.
📍 c/ Jimios, 1-3