10 Best Local Restaurants in Benidorm

The best local restaurants in Benidorm serve a medley of flavorful Spanish dishes for a reasonable price. A tiny fishing village until the ‘60s, Benidorm has evolved into one of the most sought-after seaside resorts in the Costa del Sol. This newfound popularity prompted plenty of tourist-orientated restaurants to pop up and meet demand.

But with some insider know-how, you can circumvent these overpriced venues and sink your teeth into tasty traditional Spanish cuisine. From tapas bars to charismatic tavernas, here are our selections of the best local restaurants in Benidorm.

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1. Freiduria Los Peces

A famous local fish restaurant

おすすめ : レストラン, 格安

Freiduria Los Peces is a legendary fish restaurant on the northwest side of Benidorm. Despite the rock-bottom prices, the seafood here is superb. From fried fish to calamari and tangy boquerones (anchovies in vinegar), each delicious dish is caught fresh that day.

Feeling famished? The bandeja de frituras (mixed fried seafood platter) spans a broad range of ocean-dwelling delicacies. That said, all the portion sizes are generous here. Oenophiles should order a well-priced bottle of fine Spanish wine to accompany their meal – we recommend the whites.

所在地 : C. El Greco, 2, 03502 Benidorm, Alicante, Spain

営業時間 : Tuesday–Sunday from 8.30 am to 10.30 pm (closed on Mondays)

電話番号 : +34 616 46 38 99

2. Restaurante La Bahía

Affordable seafood with a sweeping sea view

おすすめ : レストラン, 格安, グループ

Restaurante La Bahía is your go-to venue for affordable seafood dishes in Benidorm with a sweeping bay view. Customers sit together on a shaded open-air patio directly opposite the beach, perfect for catching a cool breeze on a hot summer’s day. Thirsty? Their sensational sangria bolsters the happy-to-go-lucky vibe.

The kitchen whips up an array of the usual seafood favorites, from locally-sourced mussels to Iberian-style arroz caldoso (a brothy rice dish). The signature dish, however, is the paella, which comes cooked to perfection and infused with flavor. The rapid service – most meals come out in 15 minutes – is a nifty plus.

所在地 : Av. Madrid, 19, 03503 Benidorm, Alicante, Spain

営業時間 : Sunday–Tuesday and Thursday from 9 am to 11.30 am, Friday and Saturday from 9 am to midnight (closed on Wednesdays)

電話番号 : +34 965 86 32 71

3. Gaztelutxo

A tiny tapas bar in the old town

おすすめ : レストラン, 格安, グループ

Gaztelutxo is a small, hole-in-the-wall tapas bar in the heart of Benidorm Old Town. Despite its privileged location in the top tourist district, the prices here are entirely reasonable. Local tapas aficionados flock here in droves to enjoy delicious bite-sized morsels at a wallet-friendly rate. In fact, the place is so popular it’s often difficult to find a seat.

Most of their tasty tapas contain locally caught seafood, although there are a few land-based options as well. Crowd favorites include bacalao al pil pil (Basque-style salted cod), montaditos (little sandwiches), and boquerones (white anchovies). The merluza (hake) goes down a treat if you love seafood dishes.

所在地 : C. Santo Domingo, 7, 03501 Benidorm, Alicante, Spain

営業時間 : Sunday, Wednesday and Thursday from noon to 4 pm and 7.30 pm to 11 pm, Friday and Saturday from 4 pm to 7.30 pm (closed on Mondays)

電話番号 : +34 626 49 39 35

4. L’aroma

A laidback beachfront venue with a fantastic paella

おすすめ : 家族, レストラン, グループ

L’aroma whips up aromatic seafood dishes in a scenic beachfront locale in Benidorm. While it’s not the cheapest local restaurant around, the mid-range haunt offers superb value for money. Top-quality food, friendly service, and sweeping sea views make it a great place to dine.

The menu lists well-prepared renditions of the usual seafood classics, from fried fish to calamari. The highlight, however, is the sublime shellfish paella – some say it’s the best in town. Not keen on seafood? Give the patatas bravas (a spicy potato-based dish) a try.

所在地 : Av. de la Armada Española, 5-7, 03502 Benidorm, Alicante, Spain

営業時間 : Monday, Tuesday and Thursday from 9 am to 11 pm, Friday–Sunday from 9 am to 11.30 pm (closed on Wednesdays)

電話番号 : +34 865 55 05 57

5. Bar Daivel Benidorm

Oceanfront tapas and cava

おすすめ : レストラン, 格安, グループ

Daivel is an unpretentious tapas and wine bar in Benidorm with an incredible ocean view. Situated opposite the blue-paved Platja de Ponent promenade, the restaurant attracts scores of hungry beachgoers around lunchtime. Come early during the peak season to snag a seat.

The well-priced venue specializes in tapas, primarily seafood nibbles like octopus and squid. A solid selection of Spanish wine and beer complement the menu, perfect for people-watching while soaking up the view. If you’d rather chill out in a non-alcoholic fashion, order a soothing glass of cava instead.

所在地 : Av. de la Armada Española, 21, 03502 Benidorm, Alicante, Spain

営業時間 : Thursday–Tuesday from 10 am to 6 pm (closed on Wednesdays)

電話番号 : +34 661 02 59 49

6. Stars Lounge Bar – Mediterranean

An unpretentious venue with a fabulous afternoon tea

おすすめ : レストラン, 格安, グループ

While Stars Lounge Bar lacks a sea view, the restaurant makes up for it with delicious tapas and the best sangria in Benidorm. The friendly, family-run affair prepares a broad range of land-based dishes – great for non-seafood eaters. Its menu rotates with the seasons, from homemade chicken goujons (fingers) to house-special sloppy joe.

Pop into Stars if you’ve yet to try a Spanish-style ploughman’s lunch. The restaurant has revamped the traditional British dish with locally-available ingredients, and the novel combo goes down a treat. Alternately, book their highly lauded afternoon tea. This decadent post-lunch feast includes sandwiches, scones, cake, tartlets, and – naturally – plenty of tea.

所在地 : C. de Londres, 510, 03503 Benidorm, Alicante, Spain

営業時間 : Thursday–Tuesday from noon to 10 pm (closed on Wednesdays)

電話番号 : +34 965 89 89 22

7. La Fava

An elegant Old Town tapas bar with excellent desserts

おすすめ : レストラン, グループ

La Fava is a much-loved tapas bar on a non-descript Benidorm Old Town street. The cozy, contemporary-styled restaurant serves a tasty selection of seafood and land-based recipes. From the figatell de sepia (cuttlefish) to the berenjena con miel (honey eggplant), these delicious traditional tapas dishes pack a flavoursome punch.

Like most restaurants in Benidorm, the place does a mean shellfish paella. Whatever you order, save room for dessert because La Fava is famous for its sweet treats. The torrija (a type of French toast) and homemade cheesecake are both well worth a try.

所在地 : Calle La Palma, 41, Ctra. de la Assumpció, 9, 03501 Benidorm, Alicante, Spain

営業時間 : Tuesday and Wednesday from 1.30 pm to 3 pm, Thursday and Friday from 1.30 pm to 5 pm and 8 pm to 10.30 pm, Saturday from 1.30 pm to 5 pm and 8 pm to 11 pm (closed on Sundays and Mondays)

電話番号 : +34 672 06 24 24

8. La Picaeta de Maties

Tasty seafood tapas in Benidorm Old Town

おすすめ : レストラン, 格安

La Picaeta de Maties does a superb seafood-centric selection of traditional Spanish tapas in a quiet Old Town alleyway. The small, homey Benidorm restaurant attracts a loyal contingent of locals for its terrific tapas. While the portion sizes are pretty small (even by tapas standards), the quality here is on point.

So what’s on the menu? Expect an eclectic selection of broiled squid, artichokes, kebabs, salads, and more. Most dishes are cooked with fresh Valencian ingredients and follow the region’s traditional recipes.

所在地 : Ctra. Alt, 3, 03501 Benidorm, Alicante, Spain

営業時間 : Thursday–Saturday from 8 pm to midnight (closed Sunday–Tuesday)

電話番号 : +34 660 09 44 83

9. Taperia Ayala

Tapas and paella by the seaside

おすすめ : レストラン, 格安

Taperia Ayala is a top-notch tapas bar in Benidorm with a beachfront view. Located a 15-minute drive west of Benidorm Old Town, it’s a great lunch option for sun-seekers enjoying a day at Platja de La Cala de Finestrat beach. Four sea-facing restaurants sit side-by-side, resulting in a buzzy beachfront vibe.

Attractive prices, sizeable portions, and authentic flavors keep punters coming back for more. Choose from an array of seafood and non-seafood tapas, plus mountainous mains like patatas bravas (spicy potatos) and paella. As you’d expect, the house wine goes down well at sunset.

所在地 : Travessia Marina Baixa, 1, Local 2, 03509 Benidorm, Alicante, Spain

営業時間 : Tuesday–Sunday from noon to 11 pm (closed on Mondays)

電話番号 : +34 680 72 42 08

10. La taberna del Jamón

A cozy tavern-like venue in the Old Town

おすすめ : レストラン, 格安

La taberna del Jamón is an ultra-authentic tavern-style venue in Benidorm’s atmospheric Old Town. Like many Costa del Sol restaurants, tapas comprise the bulk of the menu. Nonetheless, you’ll find a solid selection of hearty mains, from Spanish omelets to patatas bravas.

Order the well-priced combo meal to savor a wide range of tapas dishes. More adventurous home-style recipes include carrilleras (cheek meat) and carrilleras (oxtoil). True to its name, the unassuming venue also serves an impressive selection of Iberian ham. Of course, there’s a wide range of locally-sourced cheeses (and let’s not forget the wine) to go with it.

所在地 : C. José Martinez Oriola, 13, 03501 Benidorm, Alicante, Spain

営業時間 : Wednesday–Monday from 11 am to 4 pm and 7 pm to 11.30 pm (closed on Tuesdays)

電話番号 : +34 603 62 23 38

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