Every year, the prestigious Repsol Guide announces the most outstanding restaurants throughout Spain. This year 2024, the best restaurants in the Marina Alta that receive the Repsol Suns are a total of eleven establishments, collecting 19 suns between them.
In addition to these, the entity recommends a set of restaurants that, despite not being awarded, are worth visiting for their good work and the quality of their products. Together, they make up the 35 best restaurants in the region according to the Repsol Guide in 2024.
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Three Repsol Suns
Quique Dacosta Restaurant
Quique Dacosta is the gastronomic face of the Marina Alta at a national and even international level. Its restaurant represents a place of pilgrimage for the most discerning palates when visiting Dénia.
Location
Dacosta's restaurant is located on the Les Marines road, a few kilometers from the region's capital.
Book now
- Phone: 965784179
- E-Mail: quiquedacosta@quiquedacosta.es
- Website: www.quiquedacosta.es
BonAmb Restaurant
In 2011, the BonAmb restaurant, installed in Xàbia, was born with the purpose of inviting its guests to enjoy a gastronomic offer surrounded by a good atmosphere. With chef Alberto Ferruz at the helm of the kitchen, the restaurant bases its proposal on local and regional gastronomic tradition and history.
Location
BonAmb is located on Carrer Benitatxell in Xàbia, near the municipality's Golf Club.
Book now
- Phone: 965084440
- Website: www.bonamb.com
Two Repsol Suns
Beat Restaurant
Calp It is another of the towns with a good part of the Soles in the region. Beat restaurant and chef José Manuel Miguel fuse French and Mediterranean culinary culture at The Cookbook Gastro Boutique Hotel & Spa complex.
Location
Beat Restaurant is located near Les Salines, Fossa beach and the Peñón de Ifach, three of the hallmarks of Calp.
Book now
- Phone: 628277858
- E-Mail: reservations@ar-hotels.com
- Website: Beat Restaurant
Casa Pepa
The history Casa Pepa, in Ondara It was born by the hand of the cook Pepa Romans in 1986. Now, the new generations of the restaurant base their recipes and experiences on traditional market cuisine and the freshness of seasonal Mediterranean products without forgetting the roots of the place.
Location
The Ca Pepa restaurant is located in the population center of Pamis, in the municipality of Ondara.
Book now
- Phone: 965766606
- Website: www.capepa.es
Peix i Brases
One of the establishments that gave the most talk in Dénia , since, in addition to having the presumable two Soles, at the end of 2021 the Peix i Brases achieved its first Michelin Star.
Location
It is one of the restaurants located in the Dénia port area, specifically, in the Baix la Mar neighborhood. Its views of the pier and Punta del Raset beach leave no one indifferent at any time of the year.
Book now
- Phone: 965788083
- E-Mail: denia@peixibrases.com
- Website: www.peixibrases.com
Tula
In 2020, the Tula restaurant achieved its first Sol. Last year it renewed it and also added one more. The chefs Borja Susilla and Clara Puig sell their offer in Xàbia with seasonal Mediterranean cuisine.
Location
The restaurant is located on the famous Arenal de Xàbia promenade, perfect for exploring part of the municipality's coastline before or after tasting its dishes.
Book now
- Phone: 966471745
- E-Mail: info@tularestaurante.com
- Website: www.tularestaurante.com
A Repsol Sun
Orobianco
The great novelty of the Guide in the Marina Alta this 2024. The Orobianco restaurant in Calp has Paolo Casagrande as gastronomic director and chef Andrea Drago, a pupil of Martín Berasategui, in the kitchen on a daily basis at the establishment. The restaurant thus once again "positions itself as a benchmark for international Italian haute cuisine on the Alicante coast," according to the Guide, proposing dishes that unite both gastronomic cultures.
Location
The restaurant is located on Colina del Sol, 49A, in Calp.
Book now
- Phone: (966) 806 661
- E-Mail: reserva@orobianco.es
- Website: www.orobianco.es
Bernardi House
This is the bet of the Italian chef Ferdinando Bernardi. From a corner of Benissa, the chef brings to the region the flavors and experiences of his native Italy through haute cuisine.
Location
It is located in one of the most emblematic places in the Pedramala district of Benissa, specifically on Avenida de la Fuestera 60C.
Book now
- Phone: (622) 308 625
- E-Mail: reserva@casabernardi.es.
- Website: www.casabernardi.es
Audrey's - Rafa Soler
Audrey's is consecrated as an elegant and sophisticated offer in the southern part of the region, in Calp. In this case, chef Rafa Soler brings local produce closer by combining these two adjectives with traditional cuisine.
Location
Also on the coast, Rafa's restaurant enjoys a privileged location near Cala Calalga or Fossa de Calp beach.
Book now
- Phone: 608667637
- Website: www.audreys.es
The Baret Miquel
One of the best known restaurants by the residents of Dénia, by the veteran chef Miquel Ruiz. It is difficult to find a list or guide that includes the best Dianense restaurants and that this establishment in the heart of the city does not appear.
Location
It is located on the ground floor of a town house on Calle Historiador Palau, a few meters from the Glorieta del País Valencià and Marqués de Campo. That is, in the center.
Book now
- Phone (whatsapp only): 673740595
- E-Mail: miquelruizcuiners@gmail.com
- Website: www.miquelruizcuiner.com
La Perla de Jávea
A bet with a long journey in front of the sea of Xàbia. La Perla de Jávea opened its doors in 1984 as a modest family business. Now, its new managers and chefs prioritize the freshness of the products from the sea and the garden in their offer. They stand out, above all, for their rice dishes and fideuàs and for their extensive wine list.
Location
The Paseo del Arenal de Xàbia was the place chosen by the parents of chefs Sonia and Sergio to locate La Perla de Jávea.
Book now
- Phone: 966470772
- Website: www.laperladejavea.com
Recommended Repsol Guide
The Repsol Guide offers a second list of recommendations that, despite not obtaining any Sol, achieve a special and outstanding mention for the prestigious culinary entity. In the Marina Alta, these are the 24 restaurants that appear in 2024:
Samaruc
At Restaurant Samaruc de Dénia Chef Ismael Bilbao is in charge of the kitchen, offering a wide range of signature dishes based on local, seasonal and high-quality products.
Location
The restaurant is located on the Dénia-Xábia road, 100.
Book now
- Phone: (965) 036 004
- E-Mail: info@samarucdenia.com
- Website: www.samarucdenia.com
Sale of Posa
Sale of Posa, in Dénia, is committed to "traditional and quality Valencian cuisine, with local and seasonal products, which allow you to rediscover the most classic and emblematic dishes of the Marina Alta region," says its website.
Location
The premises are located next to La Xara, at Partida Fredat, 9.
Book now
- Phone: 965 78 46 72
- Website: www.ventadeposa.com
Seaside
The Mare restaurant, by chef Miquel Gilabert, is hidden in Benidoleig and it is the next discovery of the Repsol Guide in its recommendations. This culinary project returns to the roots of traditional and village cuisine to turn it into exquisite dishes.
Location
Mare is located at Plaça Diputació, 4, Benidoleig.
Book now
- Phone: (615) 092 515
- E-Mail: hello@mare.rest
- Website: mare.rest
The Nou Cavall Verd
The Nou Cavall Verd, in Campell, has also achieved its place in the Guide. At the controls of the kitchen, chef Evarist Miralles has revitalized this emblematic restaurant in the Vall de Laguar which enjoys one of the most spectacular locations in the region. Something that combines perfectly with traditional, honest cuisine that fully respects the identity of each product.
Location
You can find it in the urbanization Balcón de l'Aguart, 25.
Book now
- Phone: 645 52 73 00
- E-Mail: hello@mare.rest
- Website: el-nou-cavall-verd
ABISS GastroBar
Again in Calp, the Abiss restaurant is located on the promenade of the Arenal-bol beach. It is identified by its two spaces, one more classic and the other with a casual air, the Gastrobar, where you can enjoy a dinner or tapas meal.
Location
You will find the ABISS restaurant on Carrer Benidorm, 1 de Calp.
Book now
- Phone: 965 83 91 43
- E-Mail: info@restaurantabiss.com
- Website: www.restaurantabiss.com
Federico House
The Casa Federico restaurant is one of the most emblematic restaurants in Dénia. Open since 1980, its rice dishes and fresh seafood define it as a must in the Repsol Guide.
Location
It is located next to Punta del Raset beach, at calle Ausiàs March, 22.
Book now
- Phone: 965783041
- Website: www.casafederico.es
Chola Gastro
The concept that advances strongly in Xàbia is fusion cuisine at Chola Gastro. It proposes from the Peruvian cebiche to the mochis Japanese or Mexican tacos. It is located in the heart of the municipality, near the town hall and the parish of San Bartolomé.
Location
Chola Gastro is located in the historic center of Xàbia, on Avenida Alicante, 13.
Book now
- Phone: 665 57 94 77
- Website: www.cholagastro.com
the Faralló
defined itself as 'cuina deniera', El Faralló has its recommended position in the Guide with a seafood culinary commitment and with its main protagonist, the Dénia red prawn. He hides on Fénix street, in front of Les Rotes beach.
Location
It is located at the beginning of Les Rotes, on calle Fènix, 10 in Dénia.
Book now
- Phone: 966430652
- Website: www.elfarallo.com
the Raset
One of the classics in front of Marina El Portet de Dénia. Its varied offer combines tradition with creativity in its rice dishes, fish and shellfish as unique as those of the capital of the region.
Location
Located in the heart of the port of Dénia, specifically on Calle Bellavista, 7.
Book now
- Phone: 965785040
- Website: www.grupoelraset.com
El Trinquet
Another of those recommended by Repsol in Xàbia is El Trinquet, located in the center of the city. It is a restaurant specializing in rice dishes and fish typical of the Xabienca bay.
Location
It is located next to the historic center of Xàbia, in carrer de l'Escola, 2.
Book now
- Phone: 966462161
The Dauphin
Moraira It has the perfect location to enjoy a good gastronomic experience on the coast of the Marina Alta. And if it is in El Portet, one of the most beautiful corners of the town, much better. There is Le Dauphin, with French Mediterranean cuisine that stands out with olive oils and fresh herbs.
Location
You can find it in the bay of El Portet, s/n of Moraira.
Book now
- Phone: (966) 490 432
- Website: ledauphin.com
Miro Cuina
Hidden in the interior of the region, the Repsol Guide recommends the Miró Cuina restaurant in Benirrama, the Valley of Gallinera. Surrounded by vegetation and mountains, it adapts its menu to the current events of the local markets and the fish markets where they buy their star products, the variety of fish that they smoke themselves.
Location
Miró Cuina is on Carrer Major, 54 in Benirrama.
Book now
- Phone: 609665113
- E-Mail: reserves@mirocuina.com
- Website: www.mirocuina.com
Pont Sec
The well-known restaurant of chef Pep Romany in Dénia it also has its place between the pages of the prestigious guide. It is known for its great variety of cocas, so representative of the area, and for its rice dishes.
Location
It is located in a country house at km 1 of the Camí Vell from Gandia to Dénia.
Book now
- Phone: 601601253
- E-Mail: hello@pontsec.com
- Website: pontsec.com
Sand Restaurant
The Sand restaurant is located just in front of the Castell de Teulada-Moraira, off the coast. Defined as an option Free Style with a wide variety of dishes with the highest quality products.
Location
Sand Restaurant is in the Boutique Hotel LaSort on P.º Senillar in Moraira.
Book now
- Phone: 96 649 19 49
- E-Mail: hotel@lasort.com
- Website: www.restaurantsand.com
A cuiner at l'Escoleta de Sagra
In the Municipal Sports Center of the town of Festival A cuiner is located in l'Escoleta de Sagra. With a traditional base, they offer their diners market cuisine that is elaborated as well as fun.
Location
Un cuiner a l'Escoleta is located on Carrer Calvari, s/n de Sagra.
Book now
- Phone: 965 58 76 53
- E-Mail: uncuineralescoleta@hotmail.com
house sang
The Casa Cantó restaurant, located in Benissa, is a place with more than 40 years of experience that welcomes its customers with an honest proposal based on quality raw materials.
Location
The Benissa restaurant is located at Avenida del País Valencià, 223.
Book now
- Phone: 965 73 06 29
- E-Mail: info@casacanto.com
The Racó de La Xara
The location of El Racó The Xara It offers spacious spaces and independent dining rooms that evoke Basque txokos. Standing out for its culinary philosophy, the restaurant delights its diners with quality meat dishes, homemade fries and a tasty Russian salad.
Location
The restaurant is located in La Xara, on Carrer del Pintor Segrelles, 13.
Book now
- Phone: 629265918
- E-Mail: elracodelaxara@gmail.com
- Website: www.elracodelaxara.com
the road
El Carreter is the establishment attached to the emblematic Venta de Posa restaurant in The Xara. Chef Federico Guajardo delights diners with two tasting menus focused on products from the Alicante Mediterranean. From citrus fruits to Dénia red shrimp, the restaurant fuses tradition and creativity in its dishes.
Location
The restaurant is located next to La Xara, at Partida Fredat, 12.
Book now
- Phone: 965784672
- E-Mail: info@elcarreter.com
- Website: www.elcarreter.com
daring
dexcaro-Ossadía, the innovative gastronomic concept of chef Carlos G. Moreno in Dénia, offers a unique culinary experience under the name Ossadía. In an intimate and exclusive environment for eight diners, who may be strangers to each other, a single tasting menu is served. From the gastronomic offer to the treatment received, through the detailed account of each dish and the meticulous preparation in the kitchen, everything surprises in the proposal. The experience evolves as the dishes on the menu, ranging from the simple to the most sophisticated, provide a complete experience that stands out for both its originality and its exquisite culinary quality.
Location
The restaurant is located at Abu S Salt, 1, next to Chabàs Park.
Book now
- Phone: 633032614
- E-Mail: info@dexcaro.es
- Website: www.dexcaro.es
Nomadic
Nomada, led by chef Massimo Arienti in Dénia, offers a unique gastronomic experience that combines the essence of Italian cuisine with local ingredients from the Costa Blanca. It offers a wide variety of pizzas, such as the innovative Arancia pizza with a pumpkin base and touches of black truffle. In addition, it surprises with great-tasting desserts, such as the traditional tiramisu, which evokes the authenticity of homemade Italian cuisine.
Location
The restaurant is located at Moll de la Pansa, 11, next to the maritime station.
Book now
- Phone: 662941887
- E-Mail: restaurant@nomada.group
- Website: www.nomada.group
the Pegolí
El Pegolí, a leading family restaurant in Dénia Since 1943, it has been known for its traditional cuisine and the mastery in the preparation of the area's red shrimp, inherited from the unforgettable Pepe "El Pegolí". The menu stands out for its fresh fish and seafood from the Dénia fish market, as well as its exquisite rice dishes.
Location
The restaurant is located in Les Rotes, at Carrer del Fénix, 13.
Book now
- Phone: 965781035
- Website: www.restauranteelpegoli.wordpress.com
Sendra
The Sendra restaurant is positioned as one of the best places to enjoy dried octopus so typical of the region. dianense coast. The restaurant offers a unique gastronomic experience for lovers of sea flavors, such as octopus, sepionets, hedgehogs and the fried head of scorpa or sampedro.
Location
The restaurant is located in Les Rotes, at Fènix street, 15.
Book now
- Phone: 965783006
Olea by Serawa
Olea by Serawa is the gastronomic proposal of the Serawa hotel, an establishment next to the Mediterranean Sea on the coast of Teulada Moraira. Modern dishes, based on local products, are the restaurant's bet. The Guide recommends the fish of the day, the rice dishes, both the classic ones and some more daring options, and the meats offered.
Location
The restaurant is located on Calle Cabo Estaca de Bares, 11 in Teulada Moraira.
Book now
- Phone: 965 74 71 88
- E-Mail: info.moraira@serawahotels.com
- Website: www.serawahotels.com
Round and round
The charming old town of Xàbia It hosts the Volta i Volta restaurant among its streets. According to the Repsol Guide: "Its gastronomic proposal is based on a very complete lunch menu and a brief menu with dishes that change each season based on the product."
Location
Volta i Volta is on Santa Teresa Street, 3, in Xàbia.
Contact
- Phone: 965042823
- E-Mail: info@voltaivoltarestaurant.com
- Website: www.voltaivoltarestaurant.com
