The sun shines on the coast of Jávea, the sea breeze caresses your face and, in the air, the unmistakable aroma of a paella simmering over a low heat mingles. If you are a lover of good food, this corner of the Mediterranean awaits you with some of the best rice dishes imaginable. This guide is your gastronomic passport to savour the essence of Jávea in every mouthful.
Why is Jávea a paradise for rice lovers?
Jávea combines fresh ingredients from the sea, the rice tradition of the Valencian Community and spectacular natural surroundings. Its gastronomic scene is booming, with restaurants that respect the traditional recipe and others that reinvent rice with a modern twist.
Essential restaurants to eat paella in Jávea
🌊 With sea view
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Bandida CoveBlack rice, senyoret or Valencian paella in front of the Mediterranean. Ideal for a gastronomic experience in style.
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PosidoniaGenerous paellas next to the Arenal beach. Perfect for families or sunset dinners.
💼 Traditional with tradition
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La FontanaSince 1963 offering paellas and fideuàs with authentic flavour.
- Calima RestaurantMediterranean cuisine with a speciality in rice dishes, cosy and relaxed atmosphere.
👨🍳 Recommended by foodies
- Pepe and Estrellahighly valued for its friendly service and arroz a banda.
- La MezquidaThe perfect combination of traditional flavour and seaside atmosphere.
- NesforA hidden gem with a surprising rice menu.
Types of paella you should try
- ValencianaChicken, rabbit, green bean, garrofó. The classic recipe.
- Seafoodwith prawns, cuttlefish, mussels and lots of flavour.
- Mixedmeat and seafood, for the undecided.
- Senyoret ricepeeled seafood, easy to eat, ideal for sharing.
- Black ricewith squid ink, intense and delicious.
- FideuàAlternative with noodles instead of rice, very popular in the area.
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