From the April Fair to the Region | The truth

Although the recipe is as simple as flouring the fish in question and frying it in hot oil, cooking has its tricks and the magic is finding the perfect point between the crunchiness of the batter and the tenderness and juicyness of the fish, and then dressing it with a touch of lemon to taste. For many it is more than just a dish. Something like a sensory experience that evokes the aromas and flavors of the fair, where it is one of the most typical foods.

But far from the Andalusian city and the celebrations of the moment, battered seafood cuisine can also be enjoyed no less than 600 kilometers away. The coast of the Region of Murcia is another hotbed of fried fish that are repeated throughout the year and multiply with the arrival of good weather. An example of this is the Venécora fry shop, in Lo Pagán, one of the most recognized places to pay tribute to fresh seafood. Its self-service mode allows you to create your own dishes by choosing your favorite fish to fry from the counter and also choosing the quantities.

The fried 'pescaíto' route

Venécora Frieduria

Calle Cataluña, 5, San Pedro del Pinatar. Next to the well-known Venezuela restaurant and in a privileged location facing the Mar Menor, this fry shop has fried fish by weight that you can choose directly from the counters to form your ideal dish. At self-service you can also accompany your portions with fresh seafood dishes.

Don Pepe Frieduria

Calle Los Luisos, 24, Los Alcázares. A few meters from the beach is this oasis of seafood and fish that stands out for its crispy and tasty fried foods with generous portions. One of the favorite places in the area for lovers of seafood in any of its versions and, of course, fried fish.

Isla Plana Frying Shop

Elephant Island Street, Isla Plana, Cartagena. A former fisherman supplies fresh fish to this fry shop, which serves more than fifty fried foods on a summer weekend, as well as barbecues and fresh seafood. In addition, their homemade desserts are the ideal ending to a first-class seafood meal.

La Marina Frieduria

Santiago Street, 11, Cartagena. One of the most recognized fry shops in Cartagena is located in the heart of the Santa Lucía neighborhood. There is a menu full of seafood, all types of fish, stews and rice dishes and even various meats. Their offer focuses on the many menus they have at prices from 15 to 40 euros.

Low Ceilings

Calle Joaquín Madrid, 1, Cartagena. This restaurant is also located in the Santa Lucía neighborhood of Cartagena, considered by many to be one of the best to eat the best fresh and well-fried fish in the city. Its specialty is seafood, from fried foods to seafood, including octopus, sardines, clams and mussels.

Mar Menor Frieduria

Puerto Tomás Maestre, Cornisa de Poniente, 9, La Manga. A wonderful balcony next to the Mar Menor is the setting for this Mediterranean restaurant specializing in seafood, fish and fried foods and grilled meats. Its famous fried fish is the star dish of a gastronomic offer made from fresh products from the sea and land.

In Los Alcázares and a few meters from the beach, the fish and seafood oasis that is Freiduría Don Pepe fascinates those who are passionate about marine products. The same thing happens in Isla Plana, where the products arrive first thing in the morning directly from the fish market so that diners can taste the real fresh fish. Cartagena is another of the cities of fried 'pescaíto' par excellence, especially in the fishing neighborhood of Santa Lucía and places like La Marina or Techos Bajos. Their specialties are seafood and fried foods, the same as at the Freiduría Mar Menor in La Manga, where fried 'pescaíto' is enjoyed in a privileged location next to the Mar Menor.