The 5 Most Special Restaurants You Can’t Miss in Benidorm

Sun, beach, a wide range of leisure activities, and a tasty, varied gastronomy are just some of the charms that Benidorm offers all year round. In recent years, the city’s culinary scene has grown in both number and quality, with countless venues and options to suit all tastes and, most importantly, every budget.

If you’re planning to visit the tourism capital of the Valencian Community and want to go out for lunch or dinner, you will have hundreds of places to choose from. But, if what you really want is to enjoy a great meal in a special setting, here are five charming restaurants you shouldn’t miss:

1. Restaurante Ducado

Located on one of Benidorm 's main streets, Avenida del Mediterráneo, this spot is a local classic. Its menu blends the best of Mediterranean cuisine with top-quality ingredients, offering great value for money. It’s the perfect place to enjoy delicious seafood and fish, tasty rice dishes, and exquisite meats, all paired with excellent wines.

2. Club Náutico de Benidorm

Situated on Paseo de Colón, right by the waterfront, this restaurant offers some of the best views of Benidorm’s marina and bay in a calm, family-friendly setting. Specialising in seafood and rice dishes, it also offers a full weekday set menu.

3. La Fava

Another must-visit in Benidorm, La Fava offers bold, avant-garde cuisine rooted in traditional local dishes, using fresh, seasonal ingredients. It’s located in the heart of the old town, in the pedestrian Calvari neighborhood, inside a beautifully restored traditional house, with attention to every detail giving it that extra charm that makes it unique.

4. Ray’s Chippy

Also in the old town, on Sant Vicent Street, one of the roads leading up to the Castle and the Church of San Jaime and Santa Ana, you’ll find this quirky spot, the oldest ‘fish and chips’ shop in Benidorm. Along with the famous battered fish and chips, the menu also features other classic British comfort foods, like battered pork sausage and apple pie. If you want to feel like a true tourist in Benidorm, this is the place for you.

5. Benidorm Palace

The most special on the list and our top recommendation. There’s simply no place in Benidorm, or anywhere in Spain, offering what Benidorm Palace does: the chance to enjoy an exquisite dinner and fine drinks alongside an international show featuring music, dance, magic, and acrobatics from top-tier artists. Evenings here kick off with a delicious dinner, accompanied by live music from an orchestra, followed by an incredible menu with various courses. After dessert, the real show begins, filled with surprises and glamour, all in the liveliest atmosphere on the Costa Blanca. It’s the perfect plan for celebrating and enjoying a night out as a couple, with friends, or with family.