Cau del pescador
Costa Brava
At a glance
Cau del Pescador is a seafood restaurant in Sant Feliu de Guíxols, set in an old fishermen’s house only a short distance from the sea. Its cooking is rooted in the maritime traditions of the town and the wider Costa Brava, with fish, shellfish and other produce from the coast at the centre of the menu.
The style is traditional rather than formal. The kitchen follows familiar coastal preparations, including rice cooked in a casserole, fish stews with potatoes and allioli, seafood casseroles, and fish prepared in the oven or with salt. Seasonal availability guides the choice of fish and shellfish, while local blue fish also has an important place in the restaurant’s culinary identity. Anchovies, sardines, mackerel, bonito and other species associated with Sant Feliu’s fishing heritage form part of this regional tradition.
The dining room combines a rustic character with more contemporary touches. Natural stone walls, dating from the old house, give the interior a sense of continuity with the building’s past, while the joined dining rooms provide a more spacious setting for meals. The atmosphere suits diners looking for a relaxed seafood lunch or dinner, with the setting and cooking connected closely to the town’s fishing culture.
Cau del Pescador also offers a selection of wines and cavas from different Spanish denominations of origin, giving diners options to pair with seafood and rice dishes. Desserts include handmade-style ice creams, sorbets and pastry preparations, providing a lighter finish after a substantial coastal meal.
The restaurant works well for visitors who want traditional local cuisine in a characterful historic interior rather than a highly contemporary dining experience. It can suit a leisurely meal focused on fish, shellfish and regional recipes, as well as diners interested in discovering the culinary heritage of Sant Feliu de Guíxols. Its location on Carrer de Sant Domènec places it close to the town’s maritime environment, making it a natural choice for a meal centred on the flavours of the coast.
