Octopus | Girona
Costa Brava
At a glance
Octopus | Girona is a seafood restaurant and marisqueria on Carrer Migdia, in the city of Girona. Its cooking centres on fish, shellfish and rice dishes, with a straightforward approach that keeps the main ingredient at the centre of the plate. The restaurant presents a marine-inspired style of cooking based on fresh, seasonal produce and suppliers from the surrounding area.
The menu follows a classic seafood repertoire rather than a highly technical or experimental format. The emphasis is on familiar preparations with clear flavours, allowing the quality of the fish and shellfish to lead. The restaurant’s seafood counter also forms part of the experience, with a selection of fish that can be prepared in different ways, including grilled, steamed or served with sauce. Recommendations are available from the restaurant’s team when choosing a preparation.
Rice is another important part of the offering, giving the restaurant a broader focus than a seafood grill alone. The combination of rice cooking, fish and shellfish makes Octopus a suitable choice for diners looking for a meal based around products from the sea, whether for a casual lunch, a shared meal or a more planned gathering. A group menu is also part of the restaurant’s offer.
The atmosphere is described as pleasant and welcoming, with the food carrying the main sense of identity. The setting is in Girona’s urban centre, around 15 minutes from the Cathedral, making it convenient for a meal during a visit to the city. The Carrer Migdia location also places the restaurant within Girona’s dining area, with Costa Brava travellers able to include it in a city stop.
Octopus suits diners who value classic marinera cooking, fresh fish and shellfish, and uncomplicated dishes built around the ingredient itself. It can work for seafood-focused lunches, dinners with friends, and group occasions where a shared rice or seafood meal fits the plan. Reservations are available, and the restaurant can be contacted directly for arrangements at the Carrer Migdia address.
