What should I order at Restaurante Ca Jaume - Altea?
Restaurante Ca Jaume - Altea
Seafood
Mentioned repeatedly as fresh, top quality, and delicious, with several reviews praising the seafood variety, fried seafood, and seafood tapas.
Oysters
Specifically highlighted as magnificent and part of the restaurant’s famous variety of oyster and seafood dishes.
Fish
Praised for excellent variety and quality, with reviewers calling out the local fish and overall fish dishes as some of the best.
Tapas
Frequently recommended for being authentic Spanish tapas, well prepared, and served in a relaxed, traditional style.
Arroz al horno
Explicitly mentioned as something a reviewer looked forward to returning for, suggesting it is a standout dish worth trying.
Habas con sepia
Called out by name as a dish the reviewer really enjoyed, indicating it was memorable and well executed.
Erizos de mar
Specifically praised by a reviewer as enjoyable and memorable, making it a recommended specialty.
Grilled octopus
Included among the tapas that were perfectly cooked and served with care, making it a standout recommendation.
Raw prawns
Mentioned as part of a highly enjoyed tapas selection, praised for freshness and preparation.
Grilled baby squid
Recommended as one of the tapas dishes that was perfectly cooked and well received.
Fried calamari
Highlighted as perfectly cooked and part of a well-liked relaxed lunch tapas meal.
Hours
| Monday | Closed |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 12 PM to 12 AM |
| Wednesday | 12 PM to 12 AM |
| Thursday | 12 PM to 12 AM |
| Friday | 12 PM to 12 AM |
| Saturday | 12 PM to 12 AM |
| Sunday | 12 PM to 12 AM |
About Restaurante Ca Jaume - Altea
Restaurante Ca Jaume - Altea is a tapas bar, Mediterranean, seafood, and Valencian restaurant in Altea, Alicante. Reviewers consistently praise the fresh seafood, especially oysters, razor clams, cuttlefish, and other local fish, along with traditional Spanish tapas and dishes like arroz al horno. The restaurant also gets strong feedback for its atmosphere, with outdoor tables facing the sea, a cozy interior, and friendly, attentive service. It is priced around €20–50 and is popular for lunch, dinner, and solo dining.
Amenities & services
Service options
- Outdoor seating
- Dine-in
Highlights
- Great beer selection
- Great coffee
- Great dessert
- Great wine list
Popular for
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Solo dining
Accessibility
- Wheelchair accessible entrance
- Wheelchair accessible restroom
- Wheelchair accessible seating
Offerings
- Alcohol
- Beer
- Cocktails
- Coffee
- Food
- Food at bar
- Hard liquor
- Healthy options
- Quick bite
- Small plates
- Wine
Dining options
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Dessert
- Seating
- Table service
Amenities
- Bar onsite
- Restroom
Atmosphere
- Casual
- Cozy
- Quiet
- Trendy
Crowd
- Groups
- Tourists
Planning
- Lunch reservations recommended
- Dinner reservations recommended
- Accepts reservations
Payments
- Credit cards
- Debit cards
- NFC mobile payments
- Credit cards
Children
- High chairs
Parking
- Free parking lot
- Free street parking
Frequently asked questions
What is Restaurante Ca Jaume - Altea known for?
It is especially known for seafood and tapas, with oysters, razor clams, cuttlefish, and local fish mentioned repeatedly in reviews. Guests also call out traditional dishes like arroz al horno and say the food is fresh, well prepared, and worth ordering more of.
What dishes are most recommended at Restaurante Ca Jaume - Altea?
Reviewers most often highlight oysters, donax trunculus, razor clams, cuttlefish, grilled octopus, raw prawns, grilled baby squid, fried calamari, Habas con Sepia, and Erizos de Mar. Several people also mention the tuna dishes and say the waiter’s recommendations help with the menu.
What is the atmosphere like at Restaurante Ca Jaume - Altea?
The atmosphere is described as casual, cozy, quiet, and trendy, with outdoor seating facing the sea and an interior that feels comfortable and relaxed. It suits lunch or dinner for groups, tourists, and solo diners who want a slower meal with table service and a view.
Is Restaurante Ca Jaume - Altea good value, and what is the price range?
The listed price range is €20–50, and reviews describe it as average to a bit pricey, but generally fair for the area because of the food quality and setting. People say the seafood, wine, and service make it worth the cost, especially for a meal on the paseo marítimo in Altea.
Do I need a reservation or is there a best time to visit Restaurante Ca Jaume - Altea?
Lunch and dinner reservations are recommended, and the place is popular enough that reviewers mention strong demand for the seafood and tapas. If you want the sea-view tables and a more relaxed experience, lunch on the promenade is a good time to go.
Is parking available at Restaurante Ca Jaume - Altea?
Yes. Free parking lot, Free street parking is available.
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