Map of the Best

L'Escaleta

4.6 (995) $$$$ $$$$ Modern, Creative, Mediterranean, Spanish, Fine Dining

Description

Summary: A mountain villa restaurant that blends tradition with creativity, honoring local produce.

L'Escaleta stands proudly on the mountain slopes, a family-rooted dining spot that has grown for over four decades. The kitchen leans into terroir, weaving local, seasonal ingredients into a thoughtful menu that pairs tradition with bold, modern ideas. Expect carefully crafted dishes that showcase arroz al cuadrado, along with other rice and noodle creations, all presented with a measured elegance. The dining room and wine cellar are managed with steady restraint, allowing the food to tell its story without distraction.

Awards

OAD
Ranked # 104 in Top Restaurants of Europe 2024
Ranked # 126 in Top Restaurants of Europe 2025
Ranked # 98 in Top Restaurants of Europe 2023
Show 3 more awards...
Michelin
2 Stars 2025
La Liste
Score 94.0 / 100 2025
Score 91.0 / 100 2023
Ranked # 12 in the World 2025
Ranked # 486 in the World 2023

Location

Subida la Estacion del Norte, 205, 03824 Cocentaina, Alicante, Spain

Open in Google Maps