Mar de Esteiro

Mar de Esteiro is a distinguished restaurant in Santiago de Compostela, Spain, recognized with the Bib Gourmand distinction by the Michelin Guide for excellence in seafood cuisine. It serves the best local Galician food in a unique setting, ideal for both business and family meals, with private dining rooms that offer discretion and tranquility. The kitchen is led by Chef Julio Brenlla, who collaborates closely with his brother Marcial to emphasize quality local produce. The restaurant’s culinary approach centers on fresh, seasonal, and locally sourced products, with fish and seafood exclusively from the Rías Gallegas and meats, cheeses, and vegetables sourced from the Santiago de Compostela region. Signature dishes include lobster rice and a variety of estuary fish such as turbot, sole, and grouper, chosen personally by the chef each morning. Mar de Esteiro offers several private salons across two floors, along with a glazed, air-conditioned terrace that accommodates up to 100 guests. Surrounded by extensive landscaped gardens and new event spaces, the venue is well suited for weddings, communions, baptisms, and family celebrations, combining fine dining with beautiful natural surroundings.