Recommendations for a good nosh in Alicante, please.

[Takahiwai]

Hi,
With any luck, I'll be starting the Ruta de la Lana in a single-figure number of weeks. With the exception of brief stays in Denia and Valencia, I'm a complete ignoramus when it comes to the south-east of Spain, so I'm hoping there might be people who can advise me on where to go and what to eat (local specialities) in Alicante. I imagine, given how slowly I dawdle along, that I'll be mainly eating supplies I've hauled with me, since I never arrive anywhere in time to have a menu del dia. Therefore, I think a pre-camino blow-out is wholly justified! It doesn't have to be Michelin-starred, just looking for somewhere with good local dishes.

Many thanks if you're able to help me!

 

[SabsP]

@domigee to the rescue!

 

[Takahiwai]

@domigee to the rescue!

A local expert? Even better!

 

[TravellingMan22]

There is an iconic Tapas bar called D’Tablas where the waiters constantly walk around the place offering Tapas. Each one you take, the physical dish stays on the table and they add up your bill at end. Sometimes get a queue but I have been a few times and really enjoyed it. It’s very cheap.

I really like the bars in the market too. One of the best in Spain in my view.

 

[Takahiwai]

There is an iconic Tapas bar called D’Tablas where the waiters constantly walk around the place offering Tapas. Each one you take, the physical dish stays on the table and they add up your bill at end. Sometimes get a queue but I have been a few times and really enjoyed it. It’s very cheap.

I really like the bars in the market too. One of the best in Spain in my view.

I suspect I'm likely to be there for more than a day, so thank you, I'll check out your suggestions!

 

[alexwalker]

Hi,
With any luck, I'll be starting the Ruta de la Lana in a single-figure number of weeks. With the exception of brief stays in Denia and Valencia, I'm a complete ignoramus when it comes to the south-east of Spain, so I'm hoping there might be people who can advise me on where to go and what to eat (local specialities) in Alicante. I imagine, given how slowly I dawdle along, that I'll be mainly eating supplies I've hauled with me, since I never arrive anywhere in time to have a menu del dia. Therefore, I think a pre-camino blow-out is wholly justified! It doesn't have to be Michelin-starred, just looking for somewhere with good local dishes.

Many thanks if you're able to help me!

I am familiar with Alicante: Been there many times. I was also living there for a month studying Spanish (Thank God for that: Walking in Spain has become so much easier with some knowledge of the language!). The Camino Sureste has its starting point at the church in the old town.

The best restaurant IMHO is "El Buen Comer" (The Good Meal). It is situated in the reastaurant street in old town. Superb food. Excellent.

For a bird's view of the town, visit the Santa Barbara fortress. You can walk up and down, or you can take a lift up and walk down, or lift both ways. The lift is located inside the castle mountain: Walk adjacent to the beach for a few minutes, and then there is the tunnel entrance to the lift. There is a cafeteria as well as an outdoor snack bar inside the fortress. Very pleasant and relaxing.

The city also has a mercado central (market) with lots of food/fruit/vegatables. Worth a visit.

 

[Takahiwai]

The best restaurant IMHO is "El Buen Comer" (The Good Meal). It is situated in the reastaurant street in old town. Superb food. Excellent.

The city also has a mercado central (market) with lots of food/fruit/vegatables. Worth a visit.

Thank you - I'll seek out both.

 

[Mark Francis Auchincloss]

I can recommend this place in centre of Alicante for innovative local tapas and excellent wines see https://maps.app.goo.gl/hYSh7oXvbjSrtvcr5 It's best to get there early as it's always busy when the locals eat. You also won't normally see any tourists here.

 

[Takahiwai]

I can recommend this place in centre of Alicante for innovative local tapas and excellent wines see https://maps.app.goo.gl/hYSh7oXvbjSrtvcr5 It's best to get there early as it's always busy when the locals eat. You also won't normally see any tourists here.

Thank you - the food does look delicious in the photos I saw after clicking the link!

 

[domigee]

There is an iconic Tapas bar called D’Tablas where the waiters constantly walk around the place offering Tapas. Each one you take, the physical dish stays on the table and they add up your bill at end. Sometimes get a queue but I have been a few times and really enjoyed it. It’s very cheap.

I really like the bars in the market too. One of the best in Spain in my view.

Unfortunately last time I was there, it had changed. I don't know if it is new owners (certainly all the staff were new) but it was very disappointing. And very surprisingly, it was half empty on a Friday night... Will check again when I go back.

 

[domigee]

For all sorts of tapas, I recommend "El Canto' in calle Alemania. And right next to it (on the left) there's a very good restaurant that serves local dishes but the name escapes me right now, sorry. If you walk there, you'll see it.
PS Just checked it, it's 'la Cuina de Nico'
Another good place (simple food and not expensive) is 'restaurante Rio' in Calle Portugal. You'll only find locals in there.

 

[domigee]

Also Cerveceria Portabella, calle Pintor Cabrera. Local food, nicely cooked.

 

[domigee]

And if you want a change from Spanish cuisine, there's a superb Italian restaurant 'Casa mia' in calle Juan de Herrera. The owner is from Northern Italy. Prices are higher though but the food is exquisite.

 

[TravellingMan22]

I also went to a great Sushi restaurant where you can eat as much as much as you like for a fixed price. You just take the food off the conveyor belt. I can’t remember the name but it’s central, and conscious you may be after Spanish / European food, and sushi is not for everybody, but if Sushi is your thing I could probably find it!

 

[Takahiwai]

For all sorts of tapas, I recommend "El Canto' in calle Alemania. And right next to it (on the left) there's a very good restaurant that serves local dishes but the name escapes me right now, sorry. If you walk there, you'll see it.
PS Just checked it, it's 'la Cuina de Nico'
Another good place (simple food and not expensive) is 'restaurante Rio' in Calle Portugal. You'll only find locals in there.

Also Cerveceria Portabella, calle Pintor Cabrera. Local food, nicely cooked.

And if you want a change from Spanish cuisine, there's a superb Italian restaurant 'Casa mia' in calle Juan de Herrera. The owner is from Northern Italy. Prices are higher though but the food is exquisite.

Many thanks for all your suggestions. Perhaps I'll roll down the camino, rather than walking it!

 

[Takahiwai]

I also went to a great Sushi restaurant where you can eat as much as much as you like for a fixed price. You just take the food off the conveyor belt. I can’t remember the name but it’s central, and conscious you may be after Spanish / European food, and sushi is not for everybody, but if Sushi is your thing I could probably find it!

Thank you, again - you're quite right in thinking that I might be prioritising Spanish food on this trip!

 

[Juspassinthru]

Hi,
With any luck, I'll be starting the Ruta de la Lana in a single-figure number of weeks. With the exception of brief stays in Denia and Valencia, I'm a complete ignoramus when it comes to the south-east of Spain, so I'm hoping there might be people who can advise me on where to go and what to eat (local specialities) in Alicante. I imagine, given how slowly I dawdle along, that I'll be mainly eating supplies I've hauled with me, since I never arrive anywhere in time to have a menu del dia. Therefore, I think a pre-camino blow-out is wholly justified! It doesn't have to be Michelin-starred, just looking for somewhere with good local dishes.

Many thanks if you're able to help me!

To end your evening or, begin your day, how about some gelato. Livanti Gelato Di Sicilia in the old town. If they have it, try the Maya, in small doses.