Andalusia continues to reinforce its position as one of Spain’s leading gastronomic regions. A total of 88 restaurants from across the region recommended in the Michelin Guide 2026 have received their official plaques in Málaga, highlighting the sector’s ongoing momentum.
The ceremony, organised by CaixaBank, took place at the Edgar Neville Auditorium and brought together more than 200 professionals from the Andalusian hospitality sector, including chefs, restaurateurs and institutional representatives.
Spain Press Editorial Team
Costa del Sol leads Andalusia’s Michelin landscape
With 23 recognised establishments, the Costa del Sol tops the Michelin map in Andalusia. It is followed by Cádiz (17), Seville (14), Granada (9), Córdoba (8), Almería (8), Jaén (7) and Huelva (3), reflecting an increasingly diverse and high-quality culinary offering across the region.
This growth is driven by a strong combination of premium local produce, deep-rooted culinary traditions and a new generation of chefs who, after training abroad, are returning to Andalusia to develop their own projects.
Some of the Michelin-recommended restaurants
Among the restaurants featured in the Michelin Guide 2026 are well-established names such as Beluga, Kava, Los Marinos José and Tragatá (Ronda) in the province of Málaga.
In Cádiz, notable entries include El Campero, Arohaz and La Carboná, while in Seville, restaurants such as Tribeca, Sobretablas and La Barra de Cañabota are highlighted.
Granada is represented by venues including María de la O and Ruta del Veleta, Córdoba by Celia Jiménez and Casa Pepe de la Judería, and in Almería, Travieso and Tony García Espacio Gastronómico stand out.
In Jaén, Casa Antonio and Taberna Canela en Rama are among the selected establishments, while in Huelva, Aires de Doñana and Consolación are also recognised.
A strategic sector for the economy and tourism
CaixaBank highlighted the strategic importance of Andalusia’s gastronomic sector, describing it as a field that successfully combines tradition and modernity, while playing a significant role in the region’s economy, culture and tourism.
Through its specialised division Food&Drinks, the bank supports restaurants and hospitality businesses in areas such as financing, digitalisation and management, helping them remain competitive in an increasingly demanding market.
More than a plaque: international visibility
For many of these restaurants, being recommended by the Michelin Guide represents far more than symbolic recognition. It provides access to an international audience increasingly drawn to authentic culinary experiences.
The event concluded with remarks underlining the role of these establishments as ambassadors of Andalusia’s culinary identity and regional talent.
At a time when gastronomic tourism continues to grow across Europe, Andalusia is not merely part of the map — it is steadily establishing itself as one of its key players.
