Prices in Seville for Food in Restaurants, Cafes and Supermarkets

Seville is the jewel of Andalusia and one of the most beautiful Spanish cities. Every year, thousands of tourists come here to enjoy the magical atmosphere, visit the bullfight and feel the incendiary rhythm of flamenco. According to an ancient legend, Hercules founded Seville, so his image can be found on architectural monuments.

Festivals and holidays are often held in the capital of Andalusia, and history buffs will undoubtedly discover many exciting and new things. In this ancient city, the cultural heritage of Spain and Mauritania is intricately intertwined.

However, Seville is not only elegant architecture, luxurious palaces and gardens, cobbled streets and monuments. It is also a unique Andalusian traditional cuisine. In our article, we will briefly discuss what you should try in Seville and analyze the prices in local restaurants, supermarkets and markets.

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The national cuisine of Andalusia is as multifaceted and colourful as Spain itself. It is a rich treasury of ancient recipes. Some are taken from the Moroccans who once lived in these parts; others are borrowed from the Italians, French and Greeks. Local traditional dishes are a unique and harmonious combination of ingredients and spices. Here is a short list of the top things to try in Seville.

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The most famous Spanish national dishes are paella and tortilla (or Spanish omelette). Paella is rice stewed with vegetables, seafood or chicken, while tortilla is an omelette or casserole made of potatoes and eggs. Almost all cafes and restaurants in Seville offer them on their menus.

Gazpacho was made in Andalusia. It is a classic cold Spanish soup. Peasants and poor people from stale bread, vinegar, water and garlic once made soup. A little later, tomatoes and cucumbers were added to the traditional ingredients.

Salmorejo – the second most popular cold tomato cream soup. It differs from gazpacho in that it is thicker in consistency. It is served with jamon and eggs.

Bocadillo serranito is a typical sandwich of Andalusian cuisine, especially of Seville. The sandwich consists of either a viena andaluza (an oblong, crusty bread roll) or a mollete (a soft, rustic white bread roll) which is cut in half lengthwise and filled with slices of fried pork tenderloin (lomo de cerdo) and Serrano ham (jamón Serrano), strips of fried green peppers (usually the Italian variety), and tomato slices.

Ajoblanco – a white cold soup made of water, butter, garlic, bread and ground almonds. It is served with grapes or melon slices.

Espinacas Con Garbanzos. Bread, spices and chickpeas are added to the boiled spinach. Espinacas con garbanzos has its roots in Seville's Moorish and Jewish history and is still popular in modern tapas bars, where it is often served with picatoste (a large homemade crouton).

Carrillada de Cerdo. Pork cheek is one of Seville’s most traditional stewed meats. Pork is braised in wine and spices with carrots and garlic.

Insalada malagueña. This dish has a surprising combination of ingredients: boiled potatoes, oranges, tomatoes, peppers, eggs, olives and salt cod.

Pescaíto frito – deep-fried seafood.

You can find some common fish on a menu in Seville:

• Bacalao: Cod
• Merluza: Hake
• Choco: Thick slices of squid
• Gambas: Shrimp
• Tortillitas de gambas: Tiny shrimp fritters
• Calamares del campo: Fried peppers and onions (option for vegeterians)
• Calamares: Calamari/squid rings

Mojama – dried tuna.

For lovers of delicacies, we advise you to try the pork with whiskey sauce (Solomillo Al Whisky) and oxtail (rabo de toro).

Alfajores is a delicate, crumbly dessert. It is a cake or biscuit consisting of two small cakes with a layer of caramel cream. Alfajores are covered with chocolate icing or icing sugar.

Torrijas are traditionally made with a fried, three-day-old slice of bread which has been dipped in milk, egg, honey and cinnamon. It’s all topped off with sugar syrup, honey or sweetened milk.

Be sure to order sangria as a drink. This drink consists of wine, fruit, berries, spices and liqueur. Sangria is made without alcohol for young tourists.

You should also try the sherry wines, produced in the tiny Sherry Triangle (about an hour away from Seville), the Rebujito cocktail and malaga, a dessert wine with a coffee and chocolate flavour.

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The cost of food in Seville is quite affordable by European standards. Every tourist is sure to find an eating place to his liking. In the capital of Andalusia, some cafes and restaurants meet all needs and budgets: from simple family cafes to haute cuisine restaurants.

Prices for meals in cafes and restaurants depend on the neighbourhood and the prestige of the place. On average, you should pay about 40 euros for a daily meal for one tourist. However, this is the case if you plan to avoid visiting expensive restaurants. So, how much does it cost to eat in Seville:

• light breakfast consisting of coffee and a sandwich — min. 5 EUR;
• set lunch — 12-15 EUR;
• lunch in a tourist café on the seafront — min. 20 EUR;
• dinner in a restaurant for locals — min. 15 EUR.

Prices in cafés and restaurants in Seville 2023

For our article, we have studied the menus of different categories and offer to consider the prices in restaurants in Seville. Here are a few menu items from one of the best traditional restaurants, Restaurant Mestizo:

• Homemade pâté wiédádés, accompanied by toasts and confitures – 15 EUR;
• Cheese board 250 g – 15 EUR;
• Remojón Mestizo,a traditional Spanish salad – 12,5 EUR;
• Smoked beef Pastrami  – 12 EUR;
• Dorada Tamale (sea bream fillets with red pepper sauce, wrapped in banana leaves and grilled over charcoal) – 15 EUR;
• Grilled Turbot (grilled turbot with baked potatoes) – 16 EUR;
• Grilled Chicken (chicken delicacy with crispy skin and juicy meat, macerated in achiote, citrus and spices – 12,5 EUR;
• Poleá (sweet anise and lemon porridge, with croutons and a touch of cinnamon) – 5 EUR;
• Milhojade Limón (crispy puff pastry sheets with lemon cream inside and covered in icing sugar) – 5,5 EUR.

The seafront and main streets are lined with eateries aimed at tourists. Although tourist prices in Seville are inflated, a hearty lunch will be much cheaper than in Michelin restaurants.

So how much does it cost to dine at a mid-priced restaurant in a touristy neighbourhood? Here are the approximate prices:

• salmorejo soup purée – min 3,8 EUR;
• salad with goats cheese, tomatoes and nuts – 11 EUR;
• salmon salad with almond and garlic sauce – 10 EUR;
• tomato and mackerel salad – 8,5 EUR;
• aubergines in a honey sauce – 8,5 EUR;
• grilled goats cheese with Seville orange marmalade – 8,5 EUR;
• jamon Iberico – 12,5 EUR;
• Manchego cheese – 11,5 EUR;
• roasted oxtail – 6,5 EUR;
• grilled prawns with ham – 10,5 EUR;
• prawns in tomato sauce – 11,5 EUR;
• octopus braised in cream – 12 EUR;
• ratatouille with fish – 13 EUR;
• braised pork cheek – 13 EUR;
• beef steak with vegetables – 18 EUR;
• desserts – starting from 5 EUR.

If you want a hearty meal and to save a little money, you should look for tapas bars further away from the centre. As a rule, they are located in residential neighbourhoods, are not distinguished by refined interiors, and the staff speaks only Spanish. But prices in Seville's cafés will be lower for locals.

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What do you think is street food in Seville? Indeed most people will immediately imagine bright stalls with hot dogs and shawarma, beautiful display cases with fresh pastries, and stalls with fruit or boiled corn. Incredible, but true: such fast food is found everywhere, but not in Spain! In this country, the preparation and serving of food are treated with great respect, so eating on the go is not accepted. Locals prefer to drink coffee slowly and order tapas or pinchos as a snack.

Tapas are type of Spanish dish which is usually served as a snack before dinner or with drinks. Small tapas are usually included in the price of a drink.

Pinchos differ from tapas in the complexity of their preparation. They are often served on skewers. The main difference is that pinchos are a more refined snack that acts as a separate dish rather than a complimentary appetiser to a glass of wine.

There are three price categories of tapas found in local eateries, depending on the size of the portion:

•    Tapas are small, simple appetisers or mini portions of dishes. The price of a "tapa" is about 2 EUR.
•    Ration — a large plateful of various appetisers or a whole portion of the main course. "Ration" can be safely ordered for several people (price is about 10 EUR).
•    Half ration — half of the "ration". As a rule, the portion size is also impressive. Price starting at 5 EUR.

Montaditos are open-faced sandwiches and an essential tapa in Spain. It is perfect for a quick snack and costs around 1.5-2.5 EUR. Tapas bars sell hamburgers. Sometimes you can choose burger toppings. A hamburger costs 3-6 EUR.

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Many tourists rent apartments with a kitchen to cook for themselves, significantly reducing the cost of meals. The cost of food in local shops is quite reasonable. We recommend paying attention to promotions and discounts often available in shops. Markets usually reduce the price of fruit and vegetables towards the end of the day. True, there will be little choice.

Food prices in Seville 2023

We have studied the prices on the websites of local supermarkets and have written down the cost of some products in the table. We suggest you find out how much groceries cost in Seville*.

Name	Q-ty	Price, EUR
Tangerines	1 kg	2,79
Kiwi	1 kg	4,99
Plums	1 kg	2,65
Apples	1 kg	1,99
Grapes	1 kg	4,58
Oranges	1 kg	1,5
Cherimoya	1 kg	4,99
Lemons	1 kg	2,35
Bananas	1 kg	1,49
Tomatoes	1 kg	1,49
Garlic	1 kg	4,73
Potatoes	1 kg	0,99
Cauliflower	1 kg	1,99
Courgettes	1 kg	1,59
Aubergines	1 kg	1,79
Kohlrabi	0,5 kg	1,25
Asparagus beans	1 kg	3,98
Chicken fillet	1 kg	7,99
Beef mince	1 kg	13,95
Turkey fillet	1 kg	8,45
Turkey mince	1 kg	6,95
Fresh pork ribs	1 kg	5,95
Beef tenderloin	1 kg	13,95
Rabbit carcass	1 kg	7,95
Chicken wings	1 kg	3,99
Pork meatballs	1 kg	6,95
Chicken carcass	1 kg	2,45
Chicken legs	1 kg	4,69
Sea bass fillet	1 pcs.	2,59
Mackerel	1 kg	4,5
Croaker fish	1 kg	17,95
Anchovies	50 g	1,99
Salmon fillet	1 kg	22,48
Tuna fillet	1 kg	24,95
King prawns	1 kg	11,99
Squids	1 kg	6,99
Milk	1 l	1,05
Goat milk	1 l	1,97
Butter	250 g	2,1
Fruit yoghurt	250 g	1
Rice	1 kg	1,35
Eggs	10 pcs.	2,2
Quail eggs	12 pcs.	1,54
Sliced bread	820 g	1,25
Bun	1 pcs.	1

*Food prices in Seville are taken from https://www.supermercadosmas.com and may vary by season.

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The capital of Andalusia is a great place to shop. The most frequently mentioned by shopping enthusiasts in reviews is Sierpes Street (Calle Sierpes), where there are many boutiques, shops, benches, tapas bars and other eateries. Here you can buy souvenirs, delicacies, wines, and textiles and attend various concerts and performances.

For groceries, it is advisable to go to supermarkets or markets. Of the supermarkets in Seville, there are Mercadona, Día, Carrefour, and Spar.

The city's markets belong to the local attractions, where you will fully feel the Spanish flavour. The most popular ones are: Encarnación, Triana Market, Lonja del Barranco. Here you can buy fresh fruit, vegetables, cheeses, and jamon and choose the best seafood in Seville. The opening hours of the markets need to be specified. As a rule, trading continues until lunchtime, breaks for siesta and continues in the evening when the heat subsides.

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Seville is a major tourist centre. Thousands of tourists visit the capital of Andalusia every year, so the city offers accommodation for every taste and purse: from budget hostels to luxury villas.

Most often, tourists choose bed and breakfast concept, and less often, half board, preferring to eat outside the hotels. There is no "all-inclusive" system in the hotels. Food in hotels in Seville is tasty and high quality, designed for European tourists. In the morning, they offer continental breakfast and for dinner — European cuisine.

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Touring sunny Seville is a lot of fun. However, if you travel with young tourists, you should not forget the daily routine or skip meals.

For babies and toddlers, taking a jar of mashed potatoes or fruit with you is advisable. Remember water or juice. Supermarkets and pharmacies sell the necessary baby food but ensure you have a small stock for the first time.

We got the prices for baby food in Seville from the website of a chain supermarket*.

Name	Q-ty	Price, EUR
Nestle infant formula	800 g	11,95
Hero infant formula	800 g	15,95
Nestle cookies	180 g	3,85
Infant Cereal with Milk Nestle	250 g	3,59
Meat purée with vegetables Hero	235 g	1,60
Meat purée with peas and broccoli Nestle	235 g	1,99
Fruit purée Nestle	110 g	1,25
Carrot purée Hero	120 g	1,60
Fish purée with rice Hero	2*190 g	2,99
Juices	100 ml	от 1

*https://www.supermercadosmas.com.

If hotels or cafes say they provide children's meals, ask what is included. Often as the children's menu, you can get fast food dishes: hamburgers, nuggets, and fries. Therefore, it is better to focus on dietary food.

In general, Mediterranean traditional cuisine is tasty, healthy and generally enjoyed by young gourmets. Offer your children cold cream soups, paella, tortilla, and non-spicy meat dishes, and indulge in local desserts and pastries. Older children can try local seafood.

To ensure that you have a pleasant travelling experience, we recommend that you familiarise yourself with some tips:

• When shopping or eating out, remember to take a siesta. Between 14:00 and 17:00, most places are closed. As a rule, Sunday and Monday are weekends.
• It is customary to dine very late in Seville. Some restaurants are open for dinner from 20:00.
• The expression "IVA includo" indicates that VAT is already included in the bill.
• Dining on a terrace with a beautiful view can cost more than indoors.
• Don't be in a hurry to throw away the skewers and chopsticks offered as part of the pinchos and tapas at tapas bars. Sometimes the waiter will pick them up, count them, and add them with other dishes and drinks to bill for the meal.
• Portions in cafes and restaurants in Seville are impressive, so you should not order several dishes simultaneously.
• If you say "Para picar" to a waiter in a café, you'll have small snacks, something to nibble on, like nuts, olives, crisps (potato chips) etc. And a couple of other useful phrases:
•     - "half a portion" (Media porción).
•     - "split." You will be brought two cutlery pieces to one portion.

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Spain is a true gourmet paradise; to experience it fully, be sure to plan a family trip to a restaurant. We have selected the best restaurants in Seville for our article, where you can enjoy a delicious meal and have a good time.

Ispal. Many centuries ago, the city of Ispalis stood on the place of Seville, and the restaurant is named in its honour. A gastronomic tour of the Spanish regions awaits you because the menu presents the best traditional dishes created according to recipes from all over the country.

Az-Zait. A marvellous place for admirers of Mediterranean and Andalusian cuisine. Regardless of the weather, there is always a cosy atmosphere and a vast choice of delicacies.

Milonga's. A little piece of Buenos Aires in Seville. It's a family restaurant that offers Spanish and Argentine cuisine.

Manolo León. Traditional Spanish tapas bar. The menu has a wide choice of tapas and various snacks.

We hope that our article has helped you to understand how to organise meals in Seville, as well as to calculate costs. We suggest you review our author's "What to do with Kids in Seville" collection to plan your leisure time. Kidpassage wishes you a pleasant holiday and bright impressions!