La Mesa ¡YA!

🥘 Paella

Restaurants de Paella

Paella: The Soul of Costa Blanca

Paella and rice dishes are an institution in Costa Blanca. In Alicante, Casa Montes is a classic for Valencian paella (with chicken, rabbit, and garrofó beans), while in Torrevieja, the beach bars at Playa de La Mata are famous for their black rice with squid ink. In Orihuela Costa, Restaurante Levante offers arroz a banda with fish broth served separately, ideal for seafood lovers.

Must-Try Dishes

  • Valencian paella: In Guardamar del Segura, with ingredients from the orchard.
  • Black rice: In Santa Pola, with shrimp and alioli.
  • Arroz a banda: In Los Alcázares, with mussels and squid.
  • Soupy rice with lobster: In Elche, for special occasions.

Where to Enjoy It?

In San Pedro del Pinatar, La Casa del Arroz has rice dishes for all tastes. In Benidorm, Restaurante Dársena offers harbor views. And if you’re looking for authenticity, Casa Carmela in Pilar de la Horadada is a safe bet.