La Gruta

Top choice in Costa Brava


A fusion of French and Spanish flavours, spiced with occasional Asian flair, impresses diners at this innovative restaurant overlooking a tiny beach in central L'Escala. Highlights include beef tataki with aubergine caviar, truffled oeuf cocotte (French-style baked egg), and courgette tossed with saffron, mussels and prawns, plus fine home-cooked desserts.


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