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Penagos, Spain
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Restaurante La Yerbita invites you to savor a thoughtfully curated menu that harmonizes traditional Cantabrian flavors with inventive culinary techniques, all crafted from fresh, local ingredients. From delicate starters to sumptuous mains and decadent desserts, each dish offers a unique taste experience that reflects the region's rich gastronomic heritage.
Starters
Begin your meal with an array of enticing starters that showcase the sea and land bounty of Cantabria, each beautifully plated to delight your senses.
- Ensaladilla con gamba a la sal, anchoa de Santoña y huevas – A refreshing potato salad complemented with salt-baked prawns, the famous anchovies from Santoña, and delicate fish roe, delivering a delightful oceanic essence.
- Carpaccio de roast beef con pesto – Thinly sliced roast beef drizzled with vibrant pesto, offering a perfect balance of tender meat and aromatic herbs.
- Ensalada de cogollos con pollo crujiente y crema césar – Crisp gem lettuce paired with crunchy chicken and a rich Caesar dressing, perfect for a refreshing yet hearty start.
- Burrata con salmorejo y sardina ahumada – Creamy burrata cheese served with a chilled tomato salmorejo and smoky smoked sardines, combining creamy, tangy, and smoky flavors.
- Royal de foie con polvorón salado de avellana tostada – Luxurious foie gras mousse paired with a salted toasted hazelnut shortbread, creating an elegant and rich flavor profile.
- Tartar de atún – Fresh tuna tartare, finely diced and seasoned to highlight its natural flavors.
- Anchoas – Classic Cantabrian anchovies served simply to savor their salty, umami-rich taste.
- Rabas de chipirón con alioli de ajos asados – Tender fried baby squid rings served with a roasted garlic alioli, blending crisp texture and rich garlic flavor.
- Fondue de queso Divirín con confitura de higos y tostas de sobao – Silky Divirín cheese fondue accompanied by sweet fig jam and traditional sobao toast, a perfect harmony of sweet and savory.
- Croquetas de jamón – Classic ham croquettes with a golden crust and a creamy, flavorful filling.
Mains
The main courses offer a diverse selection that highlights local seafood, premium meats, and creative combinations that deliver depth and satisfaction.
- Arroz al horno con gambones y alioli – Traditional oven-baked rice featuring succulent prawns and creamy alioli to enrich every bite.
- Canelones de pollo con bechamel ligera de foie y Pedro Ximénez – Chicken cannelloni dressed in a light foie gras béchamel enhanced by the sweet notes of Pedro Ximénez wine.
- Lasaña de morcilla con manzana y queso de cabra gratinado – A creative lasagna layering blood sausage, tart apple, and gratinated goat cheese for a delightful contrast of flavors.
- Chipirones a la plancha con toffee de cebolla y alioli de ajo negro – Grilled baby squid served with a rich onion toffee and black garlic alioli for an intense, savory treat.
- Bonito del norte asado con crema de marmita y vinagreta de piparras – Roasted northern bonito accompanied by a savory marmita cream and piquant piparras vinaigrette.
- Albóndigas de carrillera glaseadas con parmentier de patata y boniato – Tender braised beef cheek meatballs glazed to perfection and served with creamy potato and sweet potato parmentier.
- Costilla de Black Angus asada durante 48 horas, lacada con barbacoa estilo chino y cebolla morada – Slow-roasted Black Angus ribs lacquered with Chinese-style barbecue sauce and garnished with pickled red onion, delivering deep, smoky flavors.
- Chuleto y lomo bajo de vaca madurada – Premium aged beef ribeye and sirloin offering a rich and tender meat experience, expertly prepared to highlight its natural flavors.
Desserts
Complete your dining experience with a selection of exquisite desserts that blend traditional recipes with enticing textures and tastes.
- Tarta de queso – A creamy and rich cheesecake that melts in your mouth, a timeless favorite.
- Tarta de chocolate – Decadent chocolate cake crafted for chocolate lovers seeking an intense and luscious finish.
- Flan de avellana – Smooth hazelnut flan offering a nutty twist on a classic custard dessert.
- Cremoso de yogur y chocolate blanco – A luscious yogurt cream dessert paired with the delicate sweetness of white chocolate.
- Mousse de fruta de la pasión con helado de coco – Exotic passion fruit mousse served alongside refreshing coconut ice cream, perfect for a tropical finale.
Drinks and Specials
Complement your meal with an excellent selection of wines and cocktails thoughtfully paired to enhance the flavors of each dish. Whether you prefer a glass of Cantabrian wine or a creative cocktail, the beverage menu is designed to satisfy all palates.
Closed - Opens 12:30 PM
Monday
12:30–16:30
Tuesday
12:30–16:30
Wednesday
Closed
Thursday
12:30–16:30
Friday
12:30–16:30
Saturday
12:30–16:30
Sunday
12:30–16:30
Aggregated Ratings 4.6
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