We have provided a list of recommended restaurants in the centre of Seville (El Centro) which is the area next to the main shopping district, close to Calles Sierpes and Tetuan and Plaza del Duque. It borders the Alfalfa, Santa Cruz, Arenal and Alameda neighbourhoods

Egaña Oriza
c / San Fernando 41
Tel: +34 954 227 254/+34 954 227 211.
www.restauranteoriza.com

This restaurant is adjacent to the Real Alcazar on the corner where the Jardines Murillo meets the University of Seville. This is an excellent place to eat with cuisine which blends the traditional techniques of Basque cooking with freshest seasonal ingredients. The wild game such as jabalí (boar) and venison are highly recommended. The two floors of the restaurant have high ceilings and views of the Alcazar Gardens through stained glass windows.

Robles Placentines
c/ Placentines 2.
Tel: +34 954 213 162
www.casa-robles.com

This restaurant has an informal bodega atmosphere serving tapas and a traditional Andalusian menu with a few twists. The jamón serrano is described as "the best in the world" which could well be true as it practically dissolves in your mouth. The dessert menu features a number of delicious homemade creations.

Casa Cuesta
c/ Zaragoza (near Plaza Nueva)
Tel: +34 954 229 718
www.casacuesta.net

It is difficult to find a more pure Andalusian menu anywhere else in Seville, from the starters including jamón, croquetas and salmorejo to the sampling of traditional fresh fish, meat and guisos for the main dishes.

Zarabanda
c/ Padre Tarin 6.
Tel: +34 954 380 590

With limited seating of just ten tables it is good to arrive early at this restaurant where everything from the family run kitchen is home made with favourites including solomillo al oporto (pork loin cooked in port wine), ensalada de pate y aguacate (salad with homemade pate and avocado, served with slices of pitta bread), handmade pizzas and the tiramisu which is the best in Seville.

Café Bar Habanita
c/ Golfo, 3
Tel: +34 954 220 202

A vegetarian restaurant (unusual in Spain) offering a good selection of veggie and vegan friendly dishes. It serves Cuban favorites like ropa vieja, alcachofas (artichokes served with balsamic vinegar and olive oil) and revuelto de setas (scrambled eggs with mushrooms) and a host of original drinks with the best Mojito in Seville.

If you are planning to explore the area outside of the city centre and play some golf or go to some of the more out of the way beaches then you might consider hiring a car. There are a number of car hire firms based at Seville Airport who will be pleased to have a vehicle awaiting your arrival. This also cuts down on transfer costs for you and your family.

Because Seville and the surrounding area offer so much to see and do, we have written a Seville Area Guide to help you plan your trip. It contains information on the best Seville Shopping Areas, Seville Markets, Seville Golf Courses, the different types of Seville Beaches, recommended Seville Restaurants, details of Seville Amusement Parks for family days out and Local Attractions in Seville.