La Huertona

La Huertona is a distinguished restaurant in Ribadesella, Spain, with a legacy spanning over 30 years. It specializes in grill dishes and seafood, sourcing fresh, seasonal ingredients from the local area, including fish from the markets of Llanes and Ribadesella. The kitchen prioritizes careful handling of raw materials and cooking with fire and coals, highlighting the natural qualities of each ingredient. The dining room offers a cozy yet elegant setting with large windows and a terrace, blending warmth and simplicity that reflect the connection to the surrounding land and sea. The menu changes daily, focusing on fresh seasonal produce, and includes a tasting option priced at 150€ per person, excluding wine. Chef José Manuel Viejo is renowned for his expertise in grilling fish and participates in notable culinary events. Signature dishes feature grilled local fish and shellfish, Ribadesella’s tender peas served with egg yolk, holm oak-grilled carabinero shrimp, and grilled 'fine' clams. The kitchen also offers steak of old cow with wild lettuce, an apple croquette with fresh duck liver, and traditional rice pudding. La Huertona is listed in the Michelin Guide and has earned the Repsol two suns distinction.