Peña Herbosa: the foodie street of Santander

The street Peña Herbosa is one of the tourist streets par excellence of the capital, although the Santander residents have also made it their place of leisure and meeting. Its catering establishments and its varied gastronomic offer make it undoubtedly a place to see and be seen in the heart of the city.

La Mar

Oysters & Drinks

Specializing in a variety of oysters and gourmet products from the area, La Mar is a space designed to become a constant experience where you can taste, feel and enjoy the best aromas and sensations.

Peña Herbosa, 11

T. 665 70 44 63

Bodega Fuente Dé

Santander’s long-standing family restaurant, a place where you can enjoy homemade dishes and products from the land such as cocido montañés or lebaniego. Excellent quality / price and portions and very good option to snack.

Peña Herbosa, 5

La Tasca

Small Italian pizzeria, you can taste the authentic flavor of the pizza of that country prepared with homemade dough and cooked in a stone oven and fresh and natural ingredients. Do not forget your delicious homemade desserts.

Peña Herbosa, 11

682 80 09 49

La Jara

CAFE-BAR

Small local wine and tapas, good homemade food at affordable prices.Cheeks, stewed tail and tripe dominate the preferences of a very tasty menu. For dessert, cheese and delicious Italian ice cream.

Peña Herbosa, 20

942 18 19 49

Mesón Parrilla Brasas

Traditional inn where they highlight their grilled meats such as steak with stone or grilled. Essential to try their skewers made at the time, Iberian sirloin, mushroom, chorizo or croquettes.

Peña Herbosa, 3

942 36 12 84

ILVicolo

Authentic trattoria carried by Italians who display their good work in the kitchen. Do not forget to try their delicious lasagnas and parmigianas and taste their homemade desserts. It has a large variety of Italian wines.

Peña Herbosa, 19

942 40 86 95

Jaret Arias, the best oyster opener of Spain

puts his skills into practice at La Mar

The best oyster opener of Spain is Jaret Arias and he is in Santander, more in particular in La Mar, located on the street Peña Herbosa. In fact, he is the best oyster shucker on two counts, since he first won the championship in 2016 and did it again in 2018. This will allow him to take part in the world cup in Galway (Ireland), which will be held next September.