La Fructuosa is the most consistently recommended place to eat in Gaucín, occupying a white-walled room close to the main plaza. The menu leans on Andalucian staples: salmorejo, presa ibérica, local goat's cheese, and simple grills. The menú del día at lunchtime offers good value. Booking is advisable in high season and at weekends; the place is small and fills quickly with a mix of villagers and visitors.
Restaurante La Fructuosa
Locally loved restaurant in the village centre, strong on Andalucian classics