Founded in 1979 by Manel and Pepita, the legendary Can Manel restaurant in Andorra la Vella remains at the top, masterfully managed by their son, chef Carles Flinch. It is a national benchmark for mountain cuisine with avant-garde touches, respecting local and seasonal produce. Carles has successfully combined tradition and innovation, maintaining the essence of a cuisine that has made Can Manel one of the most renowned restaurants both within and beyond Spain’s borders. Carles belongs to the second generation of a family dedicated to the hospitality and restaurant industry; his snails “a la llauna” (cooked in a tin) have become his signature dish.
Can Manel by Carles Flinch offers quality service with local and seasonal products in a welcoming atmosphere with a professional team, providing its customers and friends with an unforgettable gastronomic experience.
His training and experience in the kitchens of renowned haute cuisine chefs (such as Pedro Subijana’s Akelarre restaurant) allow Carles to create traditional dishes with greater creativity and an avant-garde touch. He has managed to combine tradition and innovation without losing the essence of high-mountain cuisine. Thanks to collaborations with Andorran companies, he uses the finest local and seasonal products, enabling him to offer his customers exceptional quality and service. Carles works with high-quality products, mostly local and seasonal, creating a mountain cuisine that is both traditional and updated.
His specialty is classic dishes: snails cooked in a tin, a duo of duck and goose foie gras with sweet wine jelly and homemade toasts, homemade cod fritters with honey, or Grandpa Manel’s truffled Rossini cannelloni, a dish that pays homage to his family’s culinary traditions. Grilled dishes are another must-try, such as the beef tenderloin with truffle sauce or the venison stew with pearl onions and steamed potatoes. A perfect ending to your meal is one of the most surprising and exquisite desserts that Carles prepares, like the dark chocolate coulant or the Andorran cream. Carles Flich offers a unique hospitality experience in Andorra la Vella, undoubtedly the best option for enjoying haute cuisine with a creative twist.
Committed to the Environment
Can Manel is committed to energy conservation and has become more efficient to minimize the impact of its operations.
The restaurant features an open dining room divided into three spacious and inviting areas with open views of the kitchen. This allows for highly personalized service, where the diner is the focus of the experience.
A distinctive aspect of Can Manel is its location and surroundings, as it is situated directly opposite the Casa Comuna and the Church of Sant Esteve.
