Local Picks - Restaurants in Alicante

If you’re after authentic recommendations for dining out in Alicante, this is your spot. Every restaurant here is handpicked by our Alicante Local Expert team, the people who actually live and eat in the city, not by algorithms or paid placements. You won’t find generic tourist traps here, just places locals swear by, whether it’s a small seafood spot on the Explanada or a casual tapas bar in Raval Roig.

Our picks get updated regularly because Alicante’s food scene changes with the seasons, and locals know when a place really shines or when it’s best to skip. A quick tip: if you visit in summer, try to catch a place with terrace seating, it makes all the difference when the evenings are warm and lively. And don’t miss the chance to try local specialties like arroz a banda or a good slice of turrón nearby when you feel like something sweet.