--- title: "Tapas Bars in Jávea – Where Locals Eat" description: "The best tapas bars in Jávea: authentic old-town addresses, port favourites and where to find pinchos." lang: en json-ld: | [ [ { "@context": "https://schema.org", "@type": "BreadcrumbList", "itemListElement": [ { "@type": "ListItem", "position": 1, "name": "About Jávea", "item": "https://www.villasjavea.com/about-javea" }, { "@type": "ListItem", "position": 2, "name": "Food & Drinks", "item": "https://www.villasjavea.com/food-drinks" }, { "@type": "ListItem", "position": 3, "name": "Tapas Bars in Jávea", "item": "https://www.villasjavea.com/food-drinks/tapas-bars" } ] }, { "@context": "https://schema.org", "@type": "Article", "headline": "Tapas Bars in Jávea", "description": "The best tapas bars in Jávea: authentic old-town addresses, port favourites and where to find pinchos.", "inLanguage": "en-GB", "mainEntityOfPage": "https://www.villasjavea.com/food-drinks/tapas-bars", "publisher": { "@type": "Organization", "name": "Villas Jávea", "url": "https://www.villasjavea.com" } } ], { "@context": "https://schema.org", "@type": "FAQPage", "mainEntity": [ { "@type": "Question", "name": "Best tapas bar in Jávea?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "Bar Montgó in the old town is a long-running local favourite." } }, { "@type": "Question", "name": "Are tapas free in Jávea?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "Generally no – unlike Granada, tapas in Jávea are charged €2–€4 each. Some bars do offer a small free snack with drinks." } }, { "@type": "Question", "name": "Best area for tapas?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "The old town around Plaça de l'Esglèsia has the highest density of tapas bars." } }, { "@type": "Question", "name": "When do tapas bars open?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "Usually 12:00–16:00 and 19:00–23:00, busiest around 21:00." } }, { "@type": "Question", "name": "Can I make a meal of tapas?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "Yes – plan on 3–4 small plates per person plus a shared larger dish." } } ] } ] --- [Skip to main content](#main-content) [![Villas Jávea - Holiday rentals in Jávea, Spain](/assets/logo_villas_javea-Bj7-HLKi.png)](/) [Holiday rentals](/holiday-rentals)[Long-term rentals](/long-term-rentals) [About Jávea](/about-javea) [Blog](/blog) [](/wishlist)[Sign in](/signin)[List your property](/list-your-property) [](/wishlist) ![Tapas Bars in Jávea](/assets/food-drinks-Dt5UVhbr.jpg) Food & Drinks # Tapas Bars in Jávea Where locals go for tapas in Jávea – authentic, lively and great value. 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Most bars open from around 12:00 and again from 19:00; the best ones get packed by 21:00. Expect to pay €2–€4 per tapa and €3 for a glass of local wine or vermouth. Order a few small plates per person and share. ## Best tapas bars in the old town - Bar Montgó – classic, no English menu, locals only - Es Tape – modern small plates - La Bohème – terrace and great wine list - El Marino – seafood tapas ## Port tapas - La Renda – fishermen's bar with octopus and grilled prawns - Posit – upmarket seafood tapas ## What to order Stick to the local classics for the most authentic experience. - Pulpo a la gallega (octopus) - Patatas bravas - Boquerones en vinagre - Croquetas de jamón - Pimientos de Padrón ## Tapas etiquette Order at the bar, eat standing if it's busy, and pay at the end. A small tip (round up) is appreciated but not expected. ## Frequently asked questions ### Best tapas bar in Jávea? ### Are tapas free in Jávea? ### Best area for tapas? ### When do tapas bars open? ### Can I make a meal of tapas? ## More about food & drinks [ ### Restaurants in Jávea From beachfront paella to Michelin-starred fine dining – the complete guide to eating out in Jávea. Read more about Restaurants in Jávea ](/food-drinks/restaurants)[ ### Best Restaurants in Jávea Our shortlist of the very best restaurants in Jávea – from Michelin stars to seafront classics. Read more about Best Restaurants in Jávea ](/food-drinks/best-restaurants)[ ### Beachfront Restaurants in Jávea Eat with your toes in the sand – the best beachfront restaurants in Jávea. Read more about Beachfront Restaurants in Jávea ](/food-drinks/beachfront-restaurants) ## Stay near Jávea's best restaurants Book a villa or apartment within walking distance of the tapas bars and the best dining in town. 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