Hidden at the most beautiful end of Luanco beach is La Playa by Chus, A restaurant with a terrace that combines cuisine, scenery, and passion.From its privileged corner, you can enjoy unique views: the Cantabrian Sea in the foreground, the mountains in the background, and, on the clearest days, the Picos de Europa and the outline of Lastres appearing on the horizon.
It could be a simple beach bar, but Chus Paradelo and Marigel Tano have opted for something very differentHe, a cook by vocation and the son and nephew of traditional cooks, grew up surrounded by pots and stews at the fondly remembered Panduku and La Costana, one of the gastronomic temples of the Club de Guisanderas de Asturias (Asturias Cooks' Club). She, a hotelier "by love"—as they say—brings that warm and friendly touch that makes every visit an experience.
After a period in Ibiza, where Chus ran a restaurant that many customers still remember with nostalgia, they both returned to Asturias to settle in this little paradise. Here, by the sea, they have created a space where you can eat well all year round. —not just in summer— and where every dish has a story behind it.
A letter thought out with head and heart
The menu at La Playa by Chus is short, but very well thought out: It combines options to suit all tastesFrom homemade croquettes or family pizzas to rice dishes or Asturian classics such as chipirones afogaos, pixín a la gallega, ribilla de vacuno mayor or cachopo.
But hand of a restless cook This is also evident in signature dishes, such as cured beef from León with caramelized goat cheese, cod salad with avocado, or Galician-style octopus on cheddar toast. They even venture into original creations like a seafood stew with seaweed, which has already earned a place on the most unusual gastronomic routes in the Principality.
The menu is not fixed: it changes frequentlydepending on the product and the chef's inspiration. Sometimes they are organized themed days dedicated to stews and soups —fabada, chickpeas or seafood stews—, which are a true tribute to Asturian recipes.
Brunch with views of the Cantabrian Sea
There's nothing better than starting the day calmly by the sea. La Playa brunch by Chus It's served every holiday, from 11:15 a.m. to 13:00 p.m., and is a true sensory experience. It includes a full selection of sweet and savory treats, with fresh products and homemade preparations: fresh orange juice, homemade yogurt, cava, Iberian ham and a cheese board, seasonal fruit…
Drunch: The Perfect Sunset
As evening falls, it's time for Drunch, a more relaxed and sophisticated version of brunch. Served from 18:00 pm to 20:00 pm, including holidays, inside the restaurant, it's ideal for refueling after work, enjoying an early dinner, or simply whiling away the afternoon with good music, good company, and some snacks. It includes: ham and cured beef, a cheese board, a mixed salad with prawns, lemon sorbet with cava, homemade ham croquettes, chicken fingers…
* Photographs taken from the restaurant's social media.
