Restaurants in Jávea

Jávea has one of the most diverse dining scenes on the Costa Blanca, with more than 300 restaurants spread across three distinct zones: the historic old town, the bustling port and the seafront promenade of Arenal. Mediterranean fish, locally grown produce and Valencian rice dishes dominate the menus.

You will find everything from family-run tapas bars charging €2 a plate to one of Spain's most celebrated Michelin-starred restaurants, BonAmb. Most kitchens open from 13:00 to 16:00 for lunch and reopen at 20:00 for dinner.

Each area has its own character and price range.

• Old town – authentic tapas, traditional Spanish, intimate squares
• Port – fresh fish, seafood paella, casual harbour terraces
• Arenal – seafront dining, international cuisine, family friendly

Don't leave without tasting these Jávea specialities.

• Arroz a banda (rice cooked in fish stock)
• Suquet de peix (fisherman's stew)
• Cruet de peix
• Espencat (smoked aubergine salad)
• Mistela dessert wine from nearby Teulada

In July and August, popular restaurants book up days in advance, especially seafront tables at sunset. Lunch is the main meal of the day for locals; dinner starts late.

Most restaurants now offer vegetarian and gluten-free options. A growing number of fully plant-based kitchens have opened in the old town in recent years.

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