Eclectic Restaurante Menu Overview
Nestled in the heart of A Coruña, Eclectic Restaurante invites diners on a culinary journey through Galicia’s rich flavors with a refined touch. Famous for its thoughtfully crafted tasting menus, this restaurant celebrates local ingredients with innovative techniques that excite and delight food lovers seeking authentic Spanish gastronomy.
Starters and Appetizers
Each tasting menu at Eclectic Restaurante begins with a vibrant selection of starters that showcase local produce in inspired ways. Expect tender habas baby with savory jamón, complemented by the smoky notes of cogollo a la brasa drizzled with anchovy sauce. The unique queso de cerdo delivers a rich pork cheese experience, while the perla negra de ostra de Ortegal offers a luxurious oyster delicacy. The tartar de bonito and sardina "presa" pay tribute to traditional coastal flavors, setting the perfect tone for the courses ahead.
Main Courses
At the core of the menu, diners indulge in sophisticated main dishes that highlight Galicia’s seafood and meats. Delicacies include xarda served with a refreshing alga gazpacho, succulent vieira praliné with pine oil, and the exquisitely prepared black monkfish from the Coruña fish market cooked sous vide over 16 hours. The rice verde, bursting with fresh seafood, is a perfect homage to regional coastal bounty. Meat lovers will savor the 30-40 day aged solomillo de vaca rubia gallega, paired thoughtfully with berberechos and algae sauce. Completing the mains is the tender cochinillo accompanied by crispy chicharrones, Iberian broth, and a touch of pineapple for balance.
Desserts and Sweets
The dessert offerings at Eclectic Restaurante elevate the dining experience with refined sweetness and local charm. The floral notes of yogur de flor de azahar and citrus refresh the palate. Finish on a blissful note with an assortment of petit fours featuring leche tostada, nutty chocolates named "cascarilleiros," and the classic Santiago almond tart, each crafted to showcase traditional Galician flavors with a modern twist.
Drinks and Beverage Options
Complement your meal with Eclectic Restaurante’s selection of local wines and beers, carefully curated to enhance the complex flavors of each dish. While cocktails are not on offer, the restaurant’s focus on fine wines and beer pairs perfectly with the tasting menus for a truly immersive experience.
Signature Degustation Menus
- Menú Froitos - A comprehensive tasting journey featuring all signature dishes from baby habas with jamón to the succulent solomillo de vaca rubia gallega and petit fours.
- Menú Pedras - A slightly lighter variant, maintaining the core of the Galician flavors with expertly paired seafood and meat dishes.
- Menú Augas - Showcasing the freshest catches and local produce with enhanced presentation and flavor depth.
- Menú Sementes - The most approachable tasting experience focusing on core regional ingredients and traditional flavors.
