Charlie's bar

When writing about the Camino drinkies I prefer I missed out the one that Jane and I always treat ourselves to at the end of our walk - a gin and Tonic. And this is no ordinary G & T, this is one served at Charlie's Bar.

Charlie's Bar is not in fact called Charlie's at all, this is the nickname we gave it from the old waiter that originally served us our very first G & T there. The place is actually called Cafe Casino on the Rua de Villar (number 35 to be exact). It is only just down the road from the pilgrim's Office.

It is a delightfully relaxed and relaxing place that serves drinks and food throughout the day, and they really have no problem with how you arrive. Our first visit we had just finished the second half of the Camino and fell in the door looking for sustenance (well alcohol to be honest) and were greeted by Old Charlie who was extremely friendly and helpful

Janey enjoys that end of Camino beverage in our favourite spot.

The cafe is a huge dance-hall type place with wood panels all round the walls. The seating is mixed from comfy armchairs and sofas to more upright dining chairs at the table further back. It has an air of old style and charm and is a place we have whiled away many an hour or five just sipping our drinks, watching the processions of people passing the large open windows. I can honestly say it is my favourite place in Santiago.

After finishing the Camino Portuguese we proudly show off our second Compostella