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Where to Eat During the Jerez Festival

Written by Jawad Amin | Jan 29, 2026 8:34:01 AM

A Calm, Practical Food Guide for Visitors

The Jerez Festival has its own charm.

Mornings are for horses and heritage. Afternoons drift into long lunches. Evenings unfold slowly with flamenco, conversation, and the promise of good food just around the corner.

Instead of listing everything under the sun, this guide follows the flow of a festival day and highlights a small number of places in the areas you’re most likely to be.


 

Near the Royal Andalusian School of Equestrian Art


For a relaxed, refined lunch after the morning performance

After the show at the Royal School, most visitors want something close, calm, and a little special. These three fit beautifully into that moment.

Albalá 📍

Modern Andalusian cuisine, beautifully presented, and perfect for a slow lunch that feels like an extension of the cultural experience.

La Carboná 📍

Set in a former winery, offering elevated local cuisine in a warm, atmospheric space.

Albores 📍

Casual modern tapas with a relaxed, stylish feel.

 

 

 

Near Yeguada Cartuja (Hierro del Bocado)


For hearty, countryside meals after visiting the Carthusian horses

Yeguada Cartuja sits outside the city, and the food nearby reflects the rural, grounded feel of the area.

Venta El Albero 📍

A classic local favourite serving grilled meats, stews, and regional dishes.

Venta de Cartuja 📍

Simple, fast, and reliable. 

Venta Lomopardo 📍

Charming and traditional, with a calm atmosphere. 


 

In the City Centre


For tapas hopping, evening dinners, and festival energy

As the sun dips and the festival spills into the streets, the centre of Jerez becomes the most atmospheric place to eat.

Tabanco El Anticuario 📍

A traditional sherry bar with classic tapas and a lively, local feel.

Las Banderillas 📍

A long-standing local institution for pinchos and tapas.

Tabankino Tabanco Gourmet 📍

A modern take on the tabanco concept, with creative small plates.

 

 

 

Fine Dining for a Special Night

 

For when the festival deserves something truly memorable

LÚ Cocina y Alma 📍

Two Michelin stars and one of the most refined dining experiences in Jerez.

Mantúa (by Israel Ramos) 📍

One Michelin star, deeply rooted in Andalusian terroir.

Albala📍

Also an excellent fine-dining option in the evenings.