
Where to Eat in Altea
The best restaurants, tapas bars, seafood, paella and beach clubs in Altea, Costa Blanca.
Altea sits on the Costa Blanca's north coast and offers a rich mix of Mediterranean kitchens, fresh seafood, Valencian rice dishes, tapas bars and beachfront dining. Below you'll find restaurant categories, featured listings, typical dishes and local food events.
Best areas to eat in Altea
- Old town & historic centre
- Marina & seafront promenade
- Beach clubs & chiringuitos
- Inland & wine country
Restaurant categories in Altea
Featured restaurants in Altea

Romantic candle-lit dining room in Altea's old town — French-Mediterranean cooking inside a former 18th-century school.

Old-town terrace with views over Altea's blue-domed church — short menu of Mediterranean classics done well.

Sea-front terrace with arroz negro, fresh fish and unobstructed Bay of Altea views.

A highly-rated Italian and Mediterranean restaurant in Altea offering healthy, vegetarian-friendly, and gluten-free options for lunch and dinner.

An authentic Indian dining experience in Altea featuring flavorful curries, vegan options, and a rooftop terrace with scenic views.

A highly-rated Mexican restaurant in Altea ranked among the town's top dining venues, known for its interior atmosphere and traditional dishes like totopos with guacamole.

A gastro-lounge in Altea's Campomanes port offering a fusion of Japanese-Mediterranean, American, and traditional Spanish cuisine with thirteen years of experience.

A refined gastrobar hidden in Altea's old town streets, featuring creative dishes, an international wine list of over 200 bottles, and a charming pergola terrace.

A bistro in Altea Port offering imaginative international cuisine and fresh seafood with sea views in a friendly atmosphere.

A sophisticated Mediterranean restaurant in Altea's Luis Campomanes Marina offering fresh seafood and gastrobar experiences with stunning seaside views.

A beachfront restaurant in Altea specializing in Mediterranean tapas, paella, and mixed charcuterie boards with a terrace view of the sea.

An authentic Mediterranean arrocería in Altea specializing in paella and traditional rice dishes, highly rated for its fresh ingredients and charming old town atmosphere.

A multipurpose gastronomic space in Altea featuring healthy haute cuisine, art, yoga, and a boutique shop in an idyllic setting facing the Mediterranean Sea.

Recommended by the Michelin Guide, this sophisticated Mediterranean restaurant located within the Nomad Hotel & Spa combines local culinary traditions with contemporary techniques in a stunning coastal setting.

Located in the SH Villa Gadea Hotel, Kitsume offers a contemporary blend of Asian cuisine and sushi guided by Chef Nelo Martinez Redolat in Altea.

A highly-rated Italian restaurant in Altea specializing in fresh, authentic wood-fired pizzas, handmade ravioli, and traditional Mediterranean flavors served in a casual yet stylish atmosphere.

Beach Masala is a beachfront Indian dining destination in Altea offering vibrant flavors and stunning coastal views with a variety of traditional and vegetarian-friendly dishes.

A cozy cafeteria in Altea specializing in artisanal non-greasy churros served with homemade hot chocolate, excellent coffee, and fresh fruit juices with both indoor and outdoor seating.

A cozy beachfront venue in Altea offering fresh coffee, artisanal pastries, cakes, and freshly prepared breakfast and lunch in a relaxed atmosphere.

A charming bakery, cafe, and dessert shop in Altea offering a variety of pastries, almond croissants, and breakfast options with an inviting terrace and indoor seating.

A Spanish cafe and bakery located in Altea, featuring a casual dining experience along the Paseo del Mediterráneo.

A relaxed plant-based coffee shop and juice bar serving healthy acai bowls, smoothies, sandwiches, and superfoods in a colorful, laid-back setting.

A charming vegan and vegetarian café in Altea offering organic specialty coffee, artisan brunch, homemade cakes, and natural kombucha in a peaceful garden-like atmosphere.

Mediterranean fusion restaurant in a vibrant, inclusive space offering live music, cocktails, and champagne in the heart of Altea.

Bohemian restaurant in Altea famous for its sea views, Norwegian-Spanish fusion dishes, and signature blue wines produced by the owner.

Authentic Nepali and Indian restaurant in Altea offering an eclectic range of traditional curries and tandoori specialties in a friendly environment.

An authentic Italian restaurant and pizzeria in Altea known for quality ingredients, traditional flavors, and well-crafted dishes including pizza and seafood pasta.

Nestled in Altea's old town since 2015, this family-run restaurant serves authentic tandoor dishes, slow-cooked curries, and traditional biryanis using generations of family recipes.

A lovely Dutch cafe and bar situated on the Altea seafront offering traditional snacks like bitterballen in a friendly atmosphere.

A charming gastro bar located opposite the Altea port, run by a friendly English family and specializing in European dishes including full English breakfasts.

A charming café bar on Altea's seafront offering English breakfasts, Mediterranean dishes, and coffee in a warm, pet-friendly atmosphere with scenic sea views.

An elegant lounge bar and restaurant in Altea offering Mediterranean and global flavors, featuring fresh local ingredients and a unique culinary experience in a relaxed setting.

An authentic Italian experience in Altea featuring traditional Neapolitan wood-fired pizzas, fresh handmade pasta, and homemade recipes with a welcoming atmosphere.

Restaurante Bienvenido SL. is a Chinese and Asian eatery in Altea offering value-focused dining and a variety of traditional dishes near the seafront.
Typical dishes to try
Food events near Altea
- Spaniards eat lunch from 14:00 and dinner from 21:00 — book ahead in season.
- Many of the best paella restaurants only serve rice at lunch.
- Order the menú del día on weekdays for excellent value (€14–€20).