LPA TheCulinaryBar — Restaurant in Ayamonte

As a vegetarian, finding a restaurant that caters to my dietary preferences can be a delightful challenge. Luckily, I stumbled upon LPA TheCulinaryBar during my recent visit to Ayamonte, and it exceeded all my expectations.

The moment you step into LPA, you're greeted by an elegant blend of contemporary and rustic decor. The old building has been transformed into a charming space, perfect for a memorable dining experience.

The staff at LPA are not only professional but also genuinely friendly. They made us feel welcome and attended to our needs promptly. Kudos to their warm hospitality!

Now, let's talk about the star of the show—the food! LPA offers an impressive array of vegetarian (and not only) options. From flavorful risottos to creative curry dishes, they've got it all. Each dish is a symphony of flavors that will leave you craving more.

LPA's menu is a work of art. It combines traditional Spanish elements with contemporary twists. Whether you're a vegetarian or not, you'll appreciate the thought and creativity that goes into every dish.

While LPA isn't the cheapest option in Ayamonte, it's worth every euro. The quality of ingredients, presentation, and overall experience justifies the price. Plus, the generous portions ensure you leave with a satisfied belly.

LPA TheCulinaryBar is a must-visit for food enthusiasts, vegetarians, and anyone who appreciates culinary excellence. Whether you're celebrating a special occasion or simply want to indulge, this gem in Ayamonte...

Simply amazing - one of the best meals I’ve ever had! We tried most of the menu (or so it seemed) and everything was next level. The oysters with red fruit foam; soy sauce caviar, and lime were exquisite. The baby ceviche was incredible - best thing we had (though picking a favorite is hard). The curry tikka masala was the best tikka I’ve ever enjoyed. The risotto with truffle also excellent. The white seafood lasagna was also flavor-packed and unique - worth a try.

The “very good” and well-enjoyed, but not as wowing: the croquets, the ahi tuna.

The one thing we had that was “just ok” - the niguiri. Enjoyable, but the flavors on everything else popped so much this was a bit too tame. Table near us had the vaca agnus and it looked ok, but we had no food envy over it.

One regret: not ordering the burrata - looked amazing - next time!

Drinks recap: house recommended wines were great. Cava was “ok”. Margarita was not too sweet.

Dessert recap: the mousse was “ok” (not bad, but too hazelnut for my taste). Tue cheesecake was beyond exceptional!

Key to success - go tapas style on everything. Order generously and share. Oh, and make reservations WAY in advance (months ahead - it’s worth the effort to...

It’s great - go!

Not so trad tapas, but that’s not a bad thing. Each dish we had was REALLY GOOD, not a compliment I hand out lightly. Wings as a starter? Fresh, delicious.

My vegetarian wife loved the mushroom risotto. Must say the portion size for that, as a main, was too small. Also, not much else for veggies on that menu - not a surprise, it’s Spain, but a shame. Hence only 4 stars.

For me - the amazing dish, which I will totally steal and pretend it’s my own, is the pork cheeks in Guineas and pineapple. I’m a fan of slow cooked pork cheeks anyway, but it’s served on a bed of mash, a couple of large chunks of meat, and a wonderful thick gravy sauce that has some heat in it. Also, little hint of Guineas or pineapple. It’s wonderful and don’t get put off by the staff describing it as ‘meatballs’ - it ain’t.

Staff were attentive, helpful and smart.

We sat outside (it’s June, and warm) but the interior is a beautiful old vault. They are moving though, so see it...