Food and drink in Moraira
Food and drink in Moraira and the surrounding area
Food and drink in Moraira is a matter of short distances: in the centre, around the church and along the promenade, restaurants, tapas bars and terraces all sit within walking distance of one another. If you want to go a little further, the coast road towards Calpe has restaurants with a terrace by the sea, and within a quarter of an hour to twenty minutes’ drive lie Jávea (Xàbia), Calpe and Benissa with addresses of their own. This page gives you an overview by area, with links to our full restaurant pages.
In the centre of Moraira
The village centre is the place for an evening without the car. Around the church square you will find, among others, Bar Enzo, restaurant and cocktail bar on the Plaza Iglesia. For a drink later in the evening there is Moodz Bar in the centre, and for breakfast, coffee or lunch you can head to Pluk Moraira. From Calamora you can walk to most places in the centre in a few minutes.
Along the coast towards Calpe
On the Carretera Moraira–Calpe, just outside the centre, are several places with a terrace and a sea view. Algas at the Cala de l’Andragó is a beach bar for tapas and cocktails during the day, Amantes de Moraira focuses on rice dishes and fish, and Kosta and The Food Bar are on this route too. A little further on, in Benissa, is Mandala Beach Bar at the Cala de la Fustera.
Eating out in the area
Dinner outside Moraira combines well with a day out. In Jávea (Xàbia) we describe Cala Clémence on the bay of Portitxol, Lulu Beachclub, Volta i Volta and Masena. In the old heart of Calpe you will find Enigma Cocina con Alma, and out in the countryside there is Vall de Cavall. You can read more about the towns themselves on our pages about Jávea and Calpe.
| Area | Restaurant pages |
|---|---|
| Moraira centre | Bar Enzo, Moodz Bar, Pluk |
| Moraira–Calpe coast road | Algas, Amantes, Kosta, The Food Bar |
| Benissa | Mandala Beach Bar |
| Jávea (Xàbia) | Cala Clémence, Lulu Beachclub, Volta i Volta, Masena |
| Calpe | Enigma Cocina con Alma |
Practical tips
Book in good time in July and August and at weekends, certainly for a table on a terrace by the sea. Not every place takes bookings: some beach bars work on a first-come, first-served basis, so it is better to arrive early there. Opening days and times vary by season; check them before you set out on the restaurant’s website. Cooking for yourself or picking up local produce? The page on shops and market in Moraira tells you where to go.
Staying at Calamora in Moraira
The best restaurants and terraces in Moraira are 50 metres from Calamora. After a wonderful dinner you walk back to your comfortable apartment with a terrace, garden and swimming pool – 200 metres from the beach and 250 metres from the harbour.
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Frequently asked questions
Are there good restaurants in the centre of Moraira?
Yes. The centre of Moraira has dozens of restaurants, tapas bars and beach shacks for every budget. From a simple bocadillo at a local bar to refined dining at a small restaurant by the harbour – Moraira has it all. Most of the restaurants are within walking distance of Calamora.
Which local dishes should I try in Moraira?
Typical of the region are: arròs a banda (rice cooked in fish stock), fideuà (paella with fine noodles instead of rice), grilled dorada (gilt-head bream) or lubina (sea bass), fresh gambas from the local fishermen and esgarraet (roasted red pepper with bacalao). In summer, two more essentials: horchata with fartons and agua de Valencia.
When are the restaurants in Moraira open?
Most restaurants serve lunch from 13:00 to 16:00. The kitchens open in the evening around 19:00, some from 17:00. Spanish guests often dine around 21:00, but take note: several kitchens close again between 22:00 and 22:30. A number of places are also shut on Sundays and Mondays, and outside high season on quiet weekdays too. Book on busy evenings, and set out a little early rather than a little late.
Are there vegetarian or vegan options in Moraira?
More and more restaurants in Moraira offer vegetarian and vegan dishes. Local vegetable and rice dishes, salads and grilled vegetables can be found almost everywhere. If in doubt, ask the staff – most restaurants are happy to adapt a dish on request.
What time do people eat in Spain, and is that different from home?
Yes, mealtimes in Spain differ from those in the Netherlands and Belgium. Lunch is the main meal and is eaten around 14:00–15:00. Dinner rarely starts before 21:00. In between there is a merienda (afternoon snack) around 17:00–18:00. The terraces and bars are pleasantly busy all day long with tapas and drinks.
Are there good beach restaurants near Moraira?
Yes. At Playa El Portet, Playa de l’Ampolla and the other beaches in Moraira you will find chiringuitos (beach shacks) with fresh fish, paella and cold drinks. In summer these beach restaurants are very popular; book in time or arrive early. Our detail pages give specific recommendations for each restaurant.
Where can you stay in Moraira within walking distance of the restaurants?
Calamora sits on the central roundabout in Moraira. The first restaurants and shops are about 50 metres away, the marina with its terraces some 250 metres and the sandy beach about 200 metres. So you need no car to go out for dinner. The apartment and the penthouse both have two bedrooms, a fully equipped kitchen and access to the shared swimming pool with a children’s pool. You book directly with the owner. View the accommodation.
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