Argentine Food in Gijón: Empanadas, Alfajor, Dulce de leche and More

Gijón offers Atlantic Asturias with Argentine spots for asado and pantry products when you want a Rioplatense night out. This guide groups Gijón Argentine restaurants and food shops by what guests mention most in reviews, including empanadas, alfajor, dulce de leche, menu del dia. Each listing links to the city map card. 43 places · 12 highlights

Empanadas

empanadas shortlist for Gijón diners: 9 places ranked by directory scores. Average directory rating among them: 4.6★. Guests have noted: “Great place to stop and indulge in Gijón. Amazing empanadas, pastries and service. Must stop!”

Punto Caramelo · 4.6★ · 1,970 reviews · C. Caridad, 9, Centro, 33202 Gijón, Asturias, Spain
Pasiones · 4.9★ · 488 reviews · C. Premio Real, 18, Gijon-Este, 33202 Gijón, Asturias, Spain

…the no-squid bocadillo, the “bacon” bocadillo, empanadas, and some beer and wine. All were fantastic, filling, huge portions, and inexpensive. You…
Torna per Tutti · 4.6★ · 514 reviews · Av. Pablo Iglesias, 75, Gijon-Este, 33204 Gijón, Asturias, Spain

…and the service is excellent. Their Argentinian empanadas deserve a special mention. They have several on the menu, as well as some special ones that…
Dulce Herencia · 4.5★ · 302 reviews · Calle Begoña, 48, Centro, 33201 Gijón, Asturias, Spain
Confitería La Fe · 4.3★ · 259 reviews · C. Periodista Adeflor, 3, Centro, 33205 Gijón, Asturias, Spain

Best empanada, best milhojas and best pastries..!! 👍 🌟 …
Panadería Dulce de Leche · 4.7★ · 102 reviews · C. Avelino Glez Mallada, 38, Gijon-Este, 33204 Gijón, Asturias, Spain
Las Empanadas de la Abuela · 4.2★ · 169 reviews · Calle Saavedra, Av. Manuel Llaneza, 12, esq, 33208 Gijón, Asturias, Spain

The empanadas and the tortilla are excellent. In my opinion, their website is lacking; they only have a few products listed, and the descriptions of the…
Asador de Pollos La Santina · 4.5★ · 110 reviews · Av. Castilla, 14, BAJO, Gijon-Este, 33203 Gijón, Asturias, Spain

…visit, we can’t leave without getting some Argentinian empanadas—homemade and amazing! The service is great, and they always remember us! We really…
Horno de Lugo Productos Gallegos y Asturianos · 4.7★ · 71 reviews · Av de Galicia, 86, Gijon-Oeste, 33212 Gijón, Asturias, Spain

I was passing by and decided to buy an empanada for dinner. After I did, I checked the reviews and got a little scared. But personally, I can’t say anything…

Alfajor

8 places in Gijón are closely tied to alfajor in review keywords. Average directory rating among them: 4.6★. Guests have noted: “Best cakes in town, muffins and the most amazing alfajores with delicious dulce de leche!! Fine coffe and cozy atmosphere. Staff is super…”

Punto Caramelo · 4.6★ · 1,970 reviews · C. Caridad, 9, Centro, 33202 Gijón, Asturias, Spain

…You can try the tradicional “dulce de leche” un many ways, in a cake, in and “alfajores”… 100% recommendable even though it can be crowded sometimes.
Pasiones · 4.9★ · 488 reviews · C. Premio Real, 18, Gijon-Este, 33202 Gijón, Asturias, Spain
Cafetería Ambrosía Gijón · 4.3★ · 629 reviews · C. Jovellanos, 1, Centro, 33202 Gijón, Asturias, Spain
Dulce Herencia · 4.5★ · 302 reviews · Calle Begoña, 48, Centro, 33201 Gijón, Asturias, Spain

Highly recommended. The coffee was delicious. We ordered a coconut and dulce de leche alfajor and a pistachio brownie. Both were amazing.
Gyros · 4.1★ · 422 reviews · Av. de Torcuato Fernández Miranda, 56, Gijon-Este, 33203 Gijón, Asturias, Spain
Panadería Dulce de Leche · 4.7★ · 102 reviews · C. Avelino Glez Mallada, 38, Gijon-Este, 33204 Gijón, Asturias, Spain

…favorite bakery so far! Absolutely in love with their alfajores and pastries! The taste is amazing, so is the service and the price is just the perfect…
Rústico Panes & Laminados · 5★ · 35 reviews · C. Cataluña, 60, Gijon-Sur, 33210 Gijón, Asturias, Spain

I think this bakery is great and I totally recommend the alfajores (any of them😋). …
Sabores de Cuca · 4.9★ · 30 reviews · C. Álvarez Garaya, 13, bajo, Centro, 33206 Gijón, Asturias, Spain

…delicious. The owners are super friendly, I love the alfajores and everything else they have. Thank you for your hard work!Meal typeBreakfastPrice per…

Dulce de leche

6 Argentine directory cards in Gijón align with dulce de leche. Average directory rating among them: 4.6★.

Sidrería La Costa · 4.6★ · 2,083 reviews · Av. de la Costa, 32, Centro, 33209 Gijón, Asturias, Spain
Punto Caramelo · 4.6★ · 1,970 reviews · C. Caridad, 9, Centro, 33202 Gijón, Asturias, Spain
Vesta Restobar & Pizzería · 4.5★ · 773 reviews · C. Caridad, 5, bajo, Centro, 33202 Gijón, Asturias, Spain
Dulce Herencia · 4.5★ · 302 reviews · Calle Begoña, 48, Centro, 33201 Gijón, Asturias, Spain
Panadería Dulce de Leche · 4.7★ · 102 reviews · C. Avelino Glez Mallada, 38, Gijon-Este, 33204 Gijón, Asturias, Spain
Rústico Panes & Laminados · 5★ · 35 reviews · C. Cataluña, 60, Gijon-Sur, 33210 Gijón, Asturias, Spain

Use this 4-place set when you want menu del dia in Gijón. Average directory rating among them: 4.3★.

Sidreria Parrilla Villa Lucia · 4.4★ · 2,393 reviews · C. Leoncio Suárez, 13, Centro, 33209 Gijón, Asturias, Spain
El Jamonar · 4.3★ · 2,185 reviews · Calle Begoña, 38, Centro, 33206 Gijón, Asturias, Spain
Sidrería Parrilla El Trébol · 3.9★ · 476 reviews · Av. Argentina, 7, Gijon-Oeste, 33213 Gijón, Asturias, Spain
Parrilla Montelueño - Especialidad en Embutidos Ibéricos y Carnes a la Brasa · 4.4★ · 233 reviews · P.º Begoña, 8, Centro, 33201 Gijón, Asturias, Spain

Skirt steak

Diners in Gijón mention skirt steak a lot. Here are 3 clear matches from the directory. Average directory rating among them: 4.5★. Guests have noted: “The meat was a mixed bag. The skirt steak was juicy and flavorful. The rump steak was worse. It seemed half-cooked instead of grilled.…”

Sidrería La Costa · 4.6★ · 2,083 reviews · Av. de la Costa, 32, Centro, 33209 Gijón, Asturias, Spain
Asador Lúpulo · 4.2★ · 1,635 reviews · Estadio El Molinón, Puerta 11, 33203 Gijón, Asturias, Spain
Restaurante El Pecado · 4.8★ · 462 reviews · Calle Dindurra, 34, Centro, 33202 Gijón, Asturias, Spain

Pizza

Directory data ties pizza to 2 listings in Gijón. Average directory rating among them: 4.6★. Guests have noted: “This is without a doubt the best pizza in Spain! Augustine is a great chef and serves an excellent pint of Alhambra. Great spot!Food:…”

Vesta Restobar & Pizzería · 4.5★ · 773 reviews · C. Caridad, 5, bajo, Centro, 33202 Gijón, Asturias, Spain

Great pizza and great service. We have found this place ten minutes before closing and the Chef was more than happy to make us pizzas. The pizza was delicious…
Panadería Dulce de Leche · 4.7★ · 102 reviews · C. Avelino Glez Mallada, 38, Gijon-Este, 33204 Gijón, Asturias, Spain

Sea views

Review mentions of sea views point to 3 Argentine businesses in Gijón. Average directory rating among them: 4.5★. Guests have noted: “…vibe and decent selection. Outside seating with sea view. Did gluten free bread too. Ordered something with cream cheese and was…”

La Piccola Stanza Arena · 4.6★ · 572 reviews · Av. Rufo García Rendueles, 18, Gijon-Este, 33203 Gijón, Asturias, Spain
La Piccola Stanza Arena · 4.6★ · 572 reviews · Av. Rufo García Rendueles, 18, Gijon-Este, 33203 Gijón, Asturias, Spain
Cafetería Ambrosía Gijón · 4.3★ · 629 reviews · C. Jovellanos, 1, Centro, 33202 Gijón, Asturias, Spain

Chlamys varia

Sorted by ratings: 2 Gijón spots where reviews reference chlamys varia. Average directory rating among them: 4.6★.

El Restallu · 4.5★ · 4,010 reviews · C. Decano Prendes Pando, 6, Centro, 33207 Gijón, Asturias, Spain
Sidrería La Costa · 4.6★ · 2,083 reviews · Av. de la Costa, 32, Centro, 33209 Gijón, Asturias, Spain

Blood sausage

We grouped 3 Gijón listings that guests connect with blood sausage. Average directory rating among them: 4.4★. Guests have noted: “…The portion is 400g of lean meat. The rice blood sausage, lightly floured, was fantastic, and the fries were top-notch. There’s a…”

Restaurante Parrilla El Sueve · 4.6★ · 863 reviews · C. Domingo García de la Fuente, 12, Centro, 33205 Gijón, Asturias, Spain
Asador Parrilla Bovino · 4.2★ · 1,114 reviews · C. Calixto Alvargonzález, 3, Gijon-Sur, 33207 Gijón, Asturias, Spain
La Combinación · 4.4★ · 316 reviews · Pl. Italia, 2, Centro, 33206 Gijón, Asturias, Spain

Spanish omelette

spanish omelette fans in Gijón often land at one of these 2 listings. Average directory rating among them: 4.6★.

Pasiones · 4.9★ · 488 reviews · C. Premio Real, 18, Gijon-Este, 33202 Gijón, Asturias, Spain
Las Empanadas de la Abuela · 4.2★ · 169 reviews · Calle Saavedra, Av. Manuel Llaneza, 12, esq, 33208 Gijón, Asturias, Spain

Homemade pizzas

We grouped 3 Gijón listings that guests connect with homemade pizzas. Average directory rating among them: 4.7★.

La Piccola Stanza Arena · 4.6★ · 572 reviews · Av. Rufo García Rendueles, 18, Gijon-Este, 33203 Gijón, Asturias, Spain
La Piccola Stanza Arena · 4.6★ · 572 reviews · Av. Rufo García Rendueles, 18, Gijon-Este, 33203 Gijón, Asturias, Spain
Pizzería Adicción al Taglio - pizzería gijon- pizzería en porciones · 4.8★ · 92 reviews · C. Corrida, 13, Centro, 33206 Gijón, Asturias, Spain

Rice pudding

We ranked 2 Gijón places where rice pudding shows in guest notes. Average directory rating among them: 4.6★.

Sidrería La Costa · 4.6★ · 2,083 reviews · Av. de la Costa, 32, Centro, 33209 Gijón, Asturias, Spain
Restaurante Parrilla El Sueve · 4.6★ · 863 reviews · C. Domingo García de la Fuente, 12, Centro, 33205 Gijón, Asturias, Spain

Frequently asked questions

How were places chosen for this Gijón guide?

We cluster listings by review keywords in our Gijón directory, then rank each place by rating and review volume. Mentions come from public review summaries, not paid placement.