Restaurant
La Crispeta
C. Jorge Juan, 6, 03002 Alicante, Spain
La Crispeta is a relaxed, welcoming restaurant in central Alicante that specializes in traditional Spanish dishes and homemade desserts. Located on Calle Jorge Juan, it's a genuine local favorite that stands out from typical tourist spots, offering diners an authentic dining experience with attentive service and quality ingredients.
The menu features grilled meats, seafood options like fideuà, and creative vegetarian dishes, all complemented by an excellent selection of cocktails and sangria. Whether you're looking for a leisurely lunch or an evening out, La Crispeta delivers warm hospitality and carefully prepared food that keeps visitors coming back.
Highlights
- Homemade desserts made fresh in-house with sophisticated flavors
- Excellent cocktails and sangria, including signature white sangria
- Warm, charming atmosphere that feels authentically local, not touristy
- Attentive, professional service with knowledgeable staff recommendations
- Traditional Spanish dishes including grilled meats and seafood specialties
- Well-reviewed by travelers (4.5 stars from 2,289 reviews)
Location
C. Jorge Juan, 6, 03002 Alicante, Spain
Opening hours
- Monday: 7 AM–12 AM
- Tuesday: 12–4 PM, 7 PM–12 AM
- Wednesday: 12–4 PM, 7 PM–12 AM
- Thursday: 12–4 PM, 7 PM–12 AM
- Friday: 12–4 PM, 7 PM–12 AM
- Saturday: 12–4 PM, 7 PM–12 AM
- Sunday: Closed
Good to know
- Located on Calle Jorge Juan in central Alicante, making it easy to reach from the main tourist areas
- Open Monday from 7 AM, with lunch and dinner service Tuesday–Saturday; closed Sundays, so plan accordingly
- No reservation needed—the restaurant welcomes walk-ins and treats them with the same care as booked guests
- Ideal for travelers seeking authentic local dining rather than chain restaurants or heavily touristy venues
- Staff can suggest wine and appetizer pairings, so ask for recommendations if you're unsure what to order
What visitors say
★★★★★“La Crispeta has such a warm, charming atmosphere and feels genuinely different from the usual tourist restaurants. The service was impeccable—friendly, attentive and professional throughout. We enjoyed grilled chicken breast with vegetables and potatoes, lamb chops with vegetables and oven-roasted potatoes, and an alcohol-free beer. On another visit, the seafood fideuà was tasty, generous and very filling. Beautiful setting, lovely food and excellent service. One of those places that leaves you with a happy memory of the evening. Definitely worthy visit but book in advance.”
★★★★★“If I could give 6 stars for the service, I would! What a great experience. We arrived without a reservation, yet we were welcomed and treated in such a professional manner that this turned out to be our favorite dining experience in Alicante. The food was delicious, the waiters had great suggestions for wine and appetizers, throughout our dinner we were taken care of. In the midst of it we believe we witnessed a new waitress being trained, in such a polite and respectful way that it made us appreciate the place even more. The sepia and the lamb chops were delicious. We will absolutely return to this restaurant again!”
★★★★★“Incredible food! We had a Caesar salad and it was incredibly delicious my wife she had a mushroom risotto and a cheese-Hello based dish and we loved it too!! All of the desserts are made in house And are very sophisticated in taste. I recommend this place! It was a nice discovery! The sangria Bianca (white sangria) is out of this world!!⭐️”
★★★★★“I went to La Crispeta in Alicante and the experience was disappointing. The food is low quality and does not justify its reputation. The dishes are basic, lack authentic taste, and some seem like they are brought from elsewhere instead of being freshly prepared. There is a clear lack of freshness and attention to detail. The prices are too high for what you get. The value for money is poor. The place is clearly overrated. I do not recommend it.”
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Frequently asked questions
What are the opening hours?
La Crispeta opens Monday from 7 AM–12 AM. Tuesday through Saturday, it's open 12–4 PM and 7 PM–12 AM. The restaurant is closed on Sundays.
Do I need to book ahead?
Walk-ins are welcome and treated with the same professionalism as reservations, though booking is recommended during peak times.
What makes the desserts special?
All desserts are made in-house daily, featuring sophisticated flavors and fresh ingredients that set them apart from typical restaurant offerings.
What drinks should I try?
The restaurant is known for its cocktails and sangria selection, including a signature white sangria (sangria blanca) that comes highly recommended by guests.