Restaurante Isla Grosa

Isla Grosa is a fish and seafood restaurant on Gran Vía in La Manga, km 7, in building 3. It shares its name with the islet off this part of La Manga, and those who know it recommend it chiefly for seafood, by far the most frequent topic in reviews.

Snacks and sharing plates

The menu starts with seafood dishes to share. Customers most often mention Murcian marineras (Russian salad on bread rings with anchovy), baked octopus and zamburiñas (small scallops), alongside Russian salad, including a spider crab version, and brioche with anchovy.

• Marineras (Russian salad on bread rings topped with anchovy)
• Baked octopus
• Zamburiñas (small scallops)
• Spider crab Russian salad
• Arroz a banda (rice cooked in fish stock)

Rice dishes and caldero, best ordered ahead

Arroz a banda (rice cooked in fish stock) is the most popular choice, alongside paella and caldero (the local fish and rice stew). Several customers warn that rice dishes must be ordered in advance, so request yours when booking to avoid missing out. Vegetarian options are available.

The shop

The dining room is decorated in shades of blue and is known for being quiet, with little noise. It is well ventilated, although one review wishes it were cooler in August. The entrance, toilets and parking are wheelchair accessible. For more seafood cooking, see restaurants in La Manga.