Zaragoza Traditional food restaurant El Fuelle

🍖 Zaragoza’s Hidden Gem: A Traditional Aragonese Spot Worth the Detour! Stuck between Barcelona and Madrid? Spend a day in Zaragoza—it’s charming, fun, and full of good food. Case in point: this traditional Aragonese restaurant, where they grill everything and serve up meals so satisfying, I had to share before my trip even ended. 💰 The Unbeatable Weekday Lunch Deal Monday to Friday, they offer a steal of a lunch: €15.50 per person gets you: Starter (3 choices): Garlic soup, salad, or migas (fried breadcrumbs)—a local classic. Main (2 choices): Roast lamb or roast rabbit. Dessert (multiple options): Cheesecake, red wine-poached peaches, ice cream, etc. Bread + Drinks (unlimited!): Red wine, white wine, water, or soft drinks. Yes, a full bottle of wine on the table—no tiny glasses here. For someone used to $10+ drinks in North America, this felt like luxury 😍. 🍴 What We Ate (And Loved) Starter: Migas: Fried breadcrumbs tossed with chorizo, meat bits, and garlic—crunchy, savory, and topped with huge, sweet fresh grapes to cut the richness. A huge portion—by the end, I was already full! 🤤 Main: Roast Rabbit: Tender, with a simple seasoning that lets the meat shine. Served with crispy roasted potatoes. When I struggled to pick meat off the bones (debating whether to dive in with my hands), the waiter grandpa swept in, took my plate, and chopped it into easy-to-eat pieces. Hero move 🙌. Dessert: Red Wine-Poached Peaches: Game. Changer. 🍑 Better than France’s red wine-poached pears, hands down. The peach stays slightly crisp (not mushy!), chilled, and the wine syrup is sweet like Sangria. I wanted to lick the bowl clean—so good I’ll come back just for this. 💡 Pro Tips Vibe: Super local—mostly residents, no tourists. Decor is quirky and nostalgic: old signs, coins, and knickknacks everywhere. 🧩 Timing: Walked in at 1 PM (quiet), but by 2 PM it was packed. Go early to skip the rush! ⏰ Service: Most staff are grandpas who don’t speak English, but they’re sweet. A friendly English-speaking guy checks in occasionally to help. 👴 Extras: Beyond the €15.50 deal, there are pricier tasting menus if you want to splurge. This spot is so worth it—great for Chinese palates (no weird surprises!), full of character, and budget-friendly. Zaragoza might be a detour, but restaurants like this make it a must. #ZaragozaFood #AragoneseCuisine #SpainTravel