We live close to Elias every time we're in Torrevieja and are there almost every night. Torrevieja…read moreis pretty touristy overall but this is a hidden gem. The owner, Jorge, is the nicest restaurant owner you'll ever find and he personally makes every order of paella. If you want the experience of a real, true tapas bar with a true Spanish feel. Go to Elias. There is no excuse for not coming here when in Torrevieja, absolutely the nicest and best restaurant in Torrevieja.

We have eaten with Jorge, the owner of Elias tapas restaurant for each of the four years in a row…read morewe have vacationed in torrevieja. He and his daughters run the restaurant with a few close coworkers who may as well be family, and their service is as good as the food. Everything, from boquerones (lightly fried large sardines) to patatas bravas to pulpo (octopus) has been perfect every time. And the prices are fantastic at 6 euro for a plate of boquerones and 3 euro for the patatas bravas. But by far our favorite is the made to order paella mixto. Jorge puts love into his cooking, and this, and his fresh seafood and vegetables, keep us coming. Ack year after year. It is always our first meal when we reach torrevieja, our home away from home.

I was told by a friend (who sells stuff to plumbers) that ALL local plumbers dine here. Always. I…read morewas intrigued. If all plumbers find it best, isn't it worth a visit? Definetely yes! Got there and realized I'd passed by this place a few times before. Doesn't look like something special outside. Couldn't imagine this was a local culinary star. Popular among locals (all people were Spanish when I visited). Outdoor seating is on a tear (around 10 pm, early November), empty inside. Ordered grilled octopus, deep fried baby squids and house white wine. All just perfect! I'm sure I will be back soon to try other dishes they offer.

Seafront location with views. Great choice of hot tapas (served by waiters) and cold tapas (picked…read moreat the counter). Awesome desserts. Fast service by polite and attentive staff seeking a few languages. No waiting to get seated or pay. Popular but not too crowded. Clean. Not expensive. Recommended, I will be back.

Tasty food and great service, I will visit again!…read more The restaurant is located in El Chaparral, a residential area between the two salt lakes (las Lagunas de Torrevieja y La Mata). This is one of their three locations and it is less busy than the one in the city center (other locations are on their website, just added it to the listing). The food and the prices are the same in all three restaurants. Tried pork knuckle, stroganoff beef and chicken, smoked salmon salad and bread with ham (all pictured). Everything tasted great and freshly made. They bake their own buns, really enjoyed them. I think the sauces they served (ali-oli and tomato) were also made here, tasted differently from what I tried in other places. Red house wine was fine. Tiramisu desert was delicious! They say they are an international cuisine restaurant - a bit of everything from everywhere. The menu is quite long and I was surprised all meals were available. One can visit several times and try different food. I will definitely be back! P.S. Cards accepted, free WiFi, parking is easy and free UPDATE (5 hours later): I will never remember the name of the restaurant :-) I typed it several times in pics' captions, wrote a review and shared it all over the place. Still can't remember it!!! 5 stars anyway :)

Rude staff. They insist you book a table, they don't like you turning up even when they are not…read morebusy. Fish and chips is disgusting. Bossy loud woman in charge. Don't cater for.vegetarians or vegans. They prices in the main are good, but I prefer a friendly environment and a better menu. Definitely don't recommend.

A great seafood restaurant on the seafront. Plenty of seating either inside or out and extra on the…read morefirst floor with dramatic views across the water. Exceptional seafood of all varieties. We shared a seafood paella and couldn't finish it all. Totally stuffed full of every local seafood imaginable. Service was brilliant and friendly and giving advice of dishes to everyone. Great evening and we will be back on a future trip to the area.

Nautilus is pretty much a tourist trap in Torrevieja. The pros are that the restaurant is easily…read moreaccessible with a dedicated parking lot and sights on the sea. The cons are that the service offered isn't the friendliest, the cocktails barely contain any alcohol (it's not the alcoholism talking, just observational), and the food is simply not good (even though priced fair). To give you some examples that led me to this conclusion: the group I went with was declined a table at the sea, even though during the entirety of our stay multiple tables were free and unused. And even though the table was in the dead center next to the bar and kitchen, the order taking took very long. Further, the cocktails my friend got were more sugary compared to my Coca-Cola, and the food was not prepared well. I've ordered the Sole meunière (pictured). The fish was very large, yet it was simply drenched in melted butter and so chewy my cheeks hurt after finishing my plate. I wouldn't recommend to go here, if only for the views on the sea if you plan to grab a regular beer at the bar (which has a terrace).

Great location on the coastline, close to the La Mata Beach. Great views from the open terrace…read more More expensive than average (premium for views :) ). The service is a bit slow. Clean inside and outside. Cards accepted. Good to go after a visit to the beach (probably will be quite crowded in summer).

One of their three locations in Torrevieja. Right in the center of the center, finally visited the…read morethird restaurant tonight! Starter + main course + desert = €7.90. A bottle of red wine - €8.90. Very crowded in August but it won't take longer than 20 minutes to get seated. Surprise, they succeed in keeping everyone happy despite this heavy traffic in August. Fast service and polite waiters. Outdoor seating. My review of another Alingui is here: https://www.yelp.com/biz/alingui-el-chaparral?hrid=YjjgJBRkrdIuQM5EhIpOrQ

Enjoyed my visit a lot. Great atmosphere and awesome live music (a band named After Midnight…read moreperformed the night I visited). Another cover band they often have is Austin Slack and The Streeters, check out their cover of Cream's Sunshine of Your Love (at the Hen's Teeth): https://youtu.be/4IveAZLG3Lg Located in the Villamartin plaza with many other bars and restaurants around. Many of them open and full of people after 11pm (the Hen's Teeth will be empty by then). Not a large bar, better reserve a table. Popular times 7pm - 11pm, live music starts at 9pm. Street parking is usually available nearby (free) even in high season. Check their Facebook page instead of their website for updates: https://m.facebook.com/thehensteethvillamartin/ Menu: https://m.facebook.com/pg/thehensteethvillamartin/menu/ Haven't tried the food yet, will be back 100%.

From the owner: Somos especialistas en Arroces, Paellas de Marisco, Bogavante y Pescados frescos cocinados de…read moredistintas formas, plancha, horno, a la sal.

Popular bar in Torrevieja, near the waterfront. Las Cañas is popular with the locals because if…read moreit's fresh ingredients from the ocean along with its ambiance. Prices are reasonable like most local places. Tonight being a Sunday night the place was bustling with patrons also trying to catch the futbol match. As for food here's the breakdown: House Red wine Chipirones, baby squid, loved it, perfect crunch and not over battered Jamon y queso: can't go wrong with this one, plus it was beautifully presented. Tuna salad with artichoke: creamy, refreshing and delicuous. Gambas con ajillos (shrimp with garlic): packed with flavor. Chanquetes: a small noodle scuttle fish, deep fried.