Restaurant La Blava

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Restaurant La Blava is a Mediterranean and Catalan seafood restaurant located in a former fishermen’s house on Port Bo beach in Calella de Palafrugell on Spain’s Costa Brava.

Calella de Palafrugell, Catalonia, Spain
lablava.com

About Restaurant La Blava

Restaurant La Blava is a small Mediterranean and Catalan seafood restaurant housed in a former fishermen’s home directly on Port Bo beach in Calella de Palafrugell, on Spain’s Costa Brava. Known for honest, market‑driven cooking, the menu focuses on fresh local fish, rice dishes, seasonal vegetables, and classic Catalan starters like mussels, small squid, patatas bravas and anchovies, typically in the ~€9–€20 per plate range. A typical spend is roughly €30–€45 per person before drinks, depending on how many dishes you share. La Blava operates seasonally from around March to November and accepts major credit cards; reservations are recommended and can be made online or by phone at +34 972 61 41 60.

A charge from “RESTAURANT LA BLAVA,” “LA BLAVA CALELLA,” or a similar description on your bank or card statement is usually from an in‑person meal, drinks, or takeaway order paid at their location on C. Miramar 3 in Calella de Palafrugell. The amount may reflect a full meal including shared plates and wine, a lunch or dinner for a group, or food collected to go (including orders from their takeaway service, La Blava Va). You may also briefly see a small pending amount or pre‑authorization if your card was used to secure a reservation through an online booking system, or if the card terminal verified your card before the final bill was closed; this is normally adjusted to match the final restaurant total.

To verify a La Blava charge, first match the transaction date, time zone, and amount with the day you or anyone traveling with you visited Calella de Palafrugell, had a meal on Port Bo beach, or picked up takeaway. Check paper receipts from your trip, your email/SMS if you booked online, and any travel notes or photos from that day. If something still doesn’t look right (for example, you see a duplicate charge or the amount is higher than your receipt), contact the restaurant directly by phone at +34 972 61 41 60 or via the contact/reservations section on lablava.com, and then, if needed, dispute the charge through your bank or card issuer with a copy of your receipt and any correspondence from the restaurant.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What typical amounts do people get charged by Restaurant La Blava?

Most guests spend around €30–€45 per person for a full meal, depending on what you order and how much wine or drinks you include. Starters like mussels, squid, or patatas bravas are usually in the €9–€17 range, while mains such as rice or fish dishes are higher. If your statement shows a total in this range (plus any applicable bank currency conversion fees), it likely corresponds to a standard lunch or dinner for your party.

Why do I see a small pending charge (around €1–€3) from La Blava on my card?

Some banks show a small temporary pre‑authorization when a restaurant’s card terminal or an online booking platform verifies your card. This is not an actual sale and should automatically disappear or be replaced by the final bill amount within a few business days. If the small amount remains pending for more than a week, contact your bank first, and then La Blava if needed, to confirm that only the final dining total was actually captured.

Can Restaurant La Blava place a hold or deposit when I book a table?

La Blava sometimes uses online reservation systems that may request card details to secure a booking, particularly in busy summer months. In most cases, your card is only charged if there is a no‑show that violates the booking terms, or if a prepayment was clearly stated when you reserved. Check your reservation confirmation email or SMS for any no‑show or cancellation fees, and compare the date of the charge with the date of your booking.

Why is my La Blava charge higher than the prices I remember from the menu?

The final total at La Blava reflects everything on your bill: shared starters, mains, desserts, drinks, bottled water, and any items ordered off the standard card (such as daily specials). If you dined with others, one person may have paid the entire group bill on their card, creating a higher single charge. Always compare the charged amount to your itemized receipt; if there’s a mismatch or you suspect an error, call +34 972 61 41 60 or contact them via lablava.com with a photo or copy of your receipt.

Does Restaurant La Blava offer delivery or takeaway, and could that explain my charge?

Yes. In addition to the main beachfront restaurant, La Blava operates a takeaway concept called “La Blava Va,” where you can order items like roast chicken, rice dishes, salads, and other home‑style plates to collect. These orders are typically paid in person at pickup, and the charge will still reference “LA BLAVA” or a similar descriptor. If you didn’t dine in but remember picking up food near Calella de Palafrugell, the charge may be from a takeaway order.

How can I get a copy of my receipt or check what was included in my La Blava bill?

La Blava issues printed receipts at the restaurant when you pay. If you no longer have your copy, you can contact them and provide the exact date of your visit, approximate time, last four digits of your card, and the total charged so they can try to locate the transaction in their system. Reach out by phone at +34 972 61 41 60 or use the contact information on lablava.com and request a copy or summary of the ticket associated with your payment.

How do I resolve a duplicate or incorrect charge from Restaurant La Blava?

Start by checking if one of the amounts shown is just a pending pre‑authorization that later adjusts to the final bill; in that case, it will automatically drop off. If you see two completed La Blava charges for the same visit and amount, contact the restaurant directly with your card statement details and any receipts so they can verify and, if appropriate, issue a refund. If you cannot resolve it with the restaurant, file a dispute with your bank or card issuer, attaching any proof of the correct amount.

Why does my La Blava transaction appear in euros and include an extra fee on my statement?

Restaurant La Blava charges in euros (EUR) because it is located in Spain. If your card is issued in another currency, your bank or card network converts the amount to your home currency, and some issuers add a separate foreign transaction fee. That extra line item or slightly higher converted total comes from your bank, not from the restaurant, and you’d need to contact your card issuer if you have questions or want to contest the fee.

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