Merendero La Casina
A beloved Asturian spot for over two decades, offering traditional cuisine, cider, and a fantastic outdoor area for families and friends.
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Merendero La Casina
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Must-see attractions
A beloved Asturian spot for over two decades, offering traditional cuisine, cider, and a fantastic outdoor area for families and friends.
"Homemade delicious food in a quiet place, good for kids and reunions with friends!"
Enjoy the Outdoor Space
Visit on sunny days to make the most of the excellent outdoor seating area.
Family-Friendly Fun
Ideal for families with young children, thanks to the large and varied play areas.
Quick Facts
Cuisine
Asturian
Price
Mid-range
Phone
+34 985 37 26 80
Address
Av. del Jardín Botánico, 895, Periurbano - Rural, 33203 Gijón, Asturias, Spain
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Kid-Friendly Haven
A spacious and fun outdoor play area makes this the perfect spot for families with children.
Charming Outdoor Seating
Enjoy delicious Asturian cuisine and local cider on a sunny terrace or under a traditional horreo.
Homemade Asturian Delights
Savor traditional dishes and tapas made with a homemade touch, offering a true taste of the region.
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Enjoy the Outdoor Space
Visit on sunny days to make the most of the excellent outdoor seating area.
Family-Friendly Fun
Ideal for families with young children, thanks to the large and varied play areas.
Try Local Specialties
Sample traditional Asturian cuisine, including tapas and local cider.
Self-Service Option
Be aware that food service is primarily self-service.
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from all over the internet
Enjoy the Outdoor Space
Visit on sunny days to make the most of the excellent outdoor seating area.
Family-Friendly Fun
Ideal for families with young children, thanks to the large and varied play areas.
Try Local Specialties
Sample traditional Asturian cuisine, including tapas and local cider.
Self-Service Option
Be aware that food service is primarily self-service.
What Travellers Say
Reviews Summary
Merendero La Casina is praised for its friendly staff, homemade Asturian cuisine, and especially its large outdoor play area for children, making it a great family destination. However, some reviews note that prices can be high for the portion sizes and that service can be slow or inattentive, with one reviewer specifically mentioning self-service for food and poor quality.
"The dishes were delicious. The amount of food, compared to the price and others, was not large, but definitely sufficient. What I liked most was the homemade, delicious food"
Ausra C
"A nice place to go with family or friends with little kids, has a large playing areas for kids of varies ages. However it is a self service for the food."
Tatios Kross
"Nice place when sunny but 9€ for a salad that is few leaves of lettuce, 4 super thin slices of tomatoe and some onion is NOT OK."
Ewa Ziółkowska
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Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, it is highly recommended for families as it features large playing areas for kids of various ages.
The restaurant serves traditional Asturian cuisine, including tapas and cider.
Yes, Merendero La Casina has a great outdoor sitting area, perfect for enjoying sunny days.
Absolutely, it's an ideal spot for reunions or meetings with friends, offering ample seating.
Service can be a mix. While some find the staff friendly, one review mentioned a self-service system for food.
Yes, you can enjoy local Menendez or Val d'Ornon PDO cider while dining.
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OUTDOOR RESTAURANTS IN GIJON/ Merenderos de Gijón
LA CASINA: Fernando Rodriguez and Veronica Pousa have been in charge of this restaurant located in Somio for two decades. They offer a table d’hote menu, as well as tapas* -or small portions- to taste the traditional Asturian cuisine in the green area, terrace or under an horreo*, a typical Asturian granary, while drinking Menendez or Val d’Ornon PDO cider.
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