Bocana de Palos

★★★★★4,9· 18 reviews on this website Cabo de Palos · km 0

Octopus, caldero (the local fish and rice stew) and prawn cannelloni facing the boats

Bocana de Palos is a Mediterranean restaurant at Calle Los Palangres, 1, on the harbour promenade in Cabo de Palos. It combines local seafood cooking with contemporary dishes such as ceviche and tataki. Octopus and caldero (the local fish and rice stew) feature in hundreds of reviews and are its two best-known dishes.

The most popular dishes

After octopus and caldero (the local fish and rice stew), rice dishes lead the way: arroz a banda (rice cooked in fish stock), black rice and lobster rice each feature in dozens of reviews. Among starters, crispy prawn cannelloni appears most often in recent reviews. Other frequently mentioned dishes include:

whitebait and baby cuttlefish
marineras, the Russian salad on a bread ring typical of Murcia
tuna belly, in salad or as sashimi
tuna tataki
café asiático (Cartagena's liqueur coffee) to finish

There are gluten-free, vegetarian and vegan options, and a children's menu. The bill is usually 30 to 40 euros per person.

Two terraces and two dining rooms

The restaurant has two terraces on the promenade itself, facing the boats, and two indoor dining rooms, on the ground and upper floors, with harbour views. According to the venue, it has expanded into the neighbouring El Pez Rojo premises.

Booking and when to go

Booking is almost essential, as the restaurant fills up and several reviews stress arriving with a table reserved, especially in high season and at weekends. It opens every day from midday until midnight, closing an hour later on Fridays and Saturdays.

Dogs are welcome, Wi-Fi is free and the premises are wheelchair accessible. Free street parking is available around the harbour. Find other local seafood restaurants in the restaurant directory.

What's on offer

Services

Wi-Fi
Terrace
Bookings

Ordering and booking

Collection

Menu options

Vegetarian options
Gluten-free option

Cuisine and specialities

Mediterranean food
Rice dishes
Fish and seafood specialities

Setting

Sea views

Frequently asked questions

How can I book at Bocana de Palos?

It takes lunch and dinner bookings, which are advisable: the restaurant often fills up, especially in high season. You can request a table on the terrace or in the indoor dining room.

How much does a meal at Bocana de Palos cost?

Between 30 and 40 euros per person, according to Google's price range.

What should I order at Bocana de Palos?

Octopus and caldero (the local fish and rice stew) are the most mentioned dishes, followed by arroz a banda (rice cooked in fish stock), black rice, whitebait and crispy prawn cannelloni.

Are there gluten-free or vegan options?

Yes. There are gluten-free, vegetarian and vegan dishes, as well as a children's menu.

Are dogs allowed at Bocana de Palos?

Yes, dogs are allowed.

Which days does Bocana de Palos open?

Every day from midday until midnight. Fridays and Saturdays close a little later.

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