Best Fine Dining Restaurants in Alicante

Discover a curated selection of the finest fine dining restaurants in Alicante, perfect for an unforgettable gastronomic experience. This guide explores establishments offering innovative cuisine, premium ingredients, and exceptional service. From Michelin-starred options to hidden gems, you'll find the ideal place to celebrate a special occasion or simply enjoy a sophisticated meal. Immerse yourself in Alicante's vibrant culinary scene with our exclusive recommendations.

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    La Taberna del Gourmet (Alicante)

    131 Global Votes
    • High quality ingredients

      (+4)

    Distinguished by CaixaBank as a restaurant recommended by the 2026 Michelin Guide, La Taberna del Gourmet is an Alicante classic. Its focus on quality products positions it among the finest restaurants.

  2. 2

    El Portal (Alicante)

    111 Global Votes
    • Offers Krug champagne

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    Also awarded the Bib Gourmand distinction in the 2026 Michelin Guide, El Portal is recommended for its excellent value for money in fine dining. It offers modern cuisine with innovative touches.

  3. 3

    Nou Manolín (Alicante)

    47 Global Votes
    • Exceptional seafood, rice dishes, and tapas

      (+4)

    Recommended by the Michelin Guide in 2026, Nou Manolín is a classic of fine dining in Alicante. It is renowned for its market-fresh cuisine and its excellent selection of rice dishes and seafood.

  4. 4

    Steki (Alicante)

    33 Global Votes
    • Offers a varied tasting menu

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    Steki is a Bib Gourmand restaurant in the 2026 Michelin Guide, guaranteeing excellent value for money in fine dining. It offers fusion cuisine with surprising dishes.

  5. 5

    La Ereta (Alicante)

    26 Global Votes
    • Extraordinary sea views

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    La Ereta is a restaurant recommended by the Michelin Guide in 2026, located in a privileged setting in Alicante. It stands out for its creativity, technique, and use of locally sourced products.

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    Quique Dacosta Restaurant (Dénia)

    24 Global Votes
    • Exquisite service

      (+4)

    This restaurant retains its three Michelin stars in 2026 and is a world-renowned benchmark for avant-garde cuisine. Its innovative approach using local products positions it as one of the best in the province.

  8. 7

    Fondillón (Alicante)

    22 Global Votes
    • Offers authentic Mediterranean cuisine

      (+4)

    Located in the Hospes Amérigo Hotel, Fondillón offers superb Mediterranean cuisine in Alicante. Its avant-garde techniques and minimalist space make it a fine dining option.

  9. 8

    La Finca (Elche)

    19 Global Votes
    • High quality cooking

      (+4)

    La Finca is a Michelin-starred restaurant in Elche, renowned for its Mediterranean cuisine with a homey feel. It maintains its distinction in the 2026 Michelin Guide.

  10. 9

    Peix i Brases (Dénia)

    17 Global Votes
    • High quality cooking

      (+4)

    This restaurant in Dénia retains its Michelin star in 2026, standing out for its high-quality cuisine overlooking the port. It combines tradition and innovation, with a focus on fish and rice dishes.

  11. 10

    Maestral (Alicante)

    17 Global Votes
    • Michelin-rated restaurant

      (+4)

    Maestral is another Alicante restaurant distinguished by CaixaBank as recommended by the 2026 Michelin Guide. It offers a fine dining experience that makes it a worthy addition to this list.

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    L'Escaleta (Cocentaina)

    15 Global Votes
    • Friendly and very correct service

      (+4)

    With two Michelin stars in 2026, L'Escaleta is a pillar of fine dining in Alicante. Its modern, Mediterranean approach, led by Kiko Moya, makes it an exceptional choice.

  13. 12

    BonAmb Restaurant (Jávea)

    15 Global Votes
    • Holds two Michelin stars

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    This restaurant has consolidated its two Michelin stars in 2026, standing out for its elegant and balanced Mediterranean cuisine. Chef Alberto Ferruz is a master at using local products.

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    Audrey's by Rafa Soler (Calpe)

    12 Global Votes
    • Talented chef Rafa Soler

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    This restaurant in Calpe retains its Michelin star in 2026, standing out for its evolved Valencian cuisine. Rafa Soler offers dishes with personality and a Mediterranean soul.

  15. 14

    Orobianco (Calpe)

    11 Global Votes
    • Michelin Star

      (+4)

    Orobianco is the only Italian restaurant with a Michelin star in Spain and has retained it in 2026. Its cuisine reinvents Italian tradition with local ingredients.

  16. 15

    Baeza & Rufete (Alicante)

    10 Global Votes
    • High quality cooking

      (+4)

    Located in the city of Alicante, this restaurant retains its Michelin star in 2026. It offers contemporary haute cuisine that reinterprets Alicante's gastronomy with innovation.

  17. 16

    Beat (Calpe)

    2 Global Votes
    • Michelin-starred restaurant

      (+4)

    Beat retains its Michelin star in 2026 and is known for its top-notch cuisine that respects the product and seasonality. It offers an experimental journey through land and sea.

  18. 17

    Tula (Jávea)

    1 Global Votes
    • Offers honest Mediterranean cuisine

      (+4)

    This small restaurant in Jávea retains its Michelin star in 2026. It is valued for its local cuisine with a touch of avant-garde and accessible prices within its category.

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    Casa Bernardi (Benissa)

    1 Global Votes
    • High quality cooking

      (+4)

    Added to the Michelin Guide in Alicante in 2024, Casa Bernardi retains its distinction in 2026. It is an Italian restaurant with a fine dining experience.