Restaurante Rincón Murciano

Restaurante Rincón Murciano is a long-established Spanish restaurant on Calle Valencia, one of the pedestrian streets connecting Avenida del Mediterráneo with Levante Beach.

Despite its very central location, the restaurant is better suited to a traditional lunch or relaxed dinner than to the fast, internationally oriented dining found in many nearby tourist venues.

As its name suggests, the restaurant draws inspiration from the cooking of Murcia while also serving familiar Spanish and Mediterranean dishes. The menu centres on tapas, grilled vegetables, fresh fish, seafood, meats, and homemade desserts, offering a broad introduction to regional cuisine for visitors spending an extended period in Benidorm.

WHY IT’S GREAT FOR DIGITAL NOMADS

✔ Central location close to Levante Beach
✔ Traditional Spanish food rather than a generic international menu
✔ Good choice for a leisurely lunch after a morning of work
✔ Suitable for sharing tapas with friends or visiting colleagues
✔ Particularly well regarded for its gluten-free knowledge and options

WHAT TO EXPECT

Rincón Murciano has the atmosphere of a traditional, family-friendly Spanish restaurant. Rather than focusing on elaborate presentation, it places the emphasis on recognisable dishes, generous portions, and attentive service.

Popular choices mentioned by diners include grilled vegetables, fresh fish, fried seafood, octopus, meat dishes, ensaladilla, and homemade cheesecake.

One of the restaurant’s most useful distinguishing features is its experience catering for people with coeliac disease. Diners report being offered a substantial selection of gluten-free dishes, including bread, tapas, seafood, and adapted fried options.

Anyone with a serious allergy should still explain their requirements directly to the staff, but the restaurant appears to have a stronger understanding of gluten-free preparation than many conventional tourist restaurants.

For remote workers based in central Benidorm, this is primarily a place for a proper meal rather than a quick working lunch. The daytime schedule from Tuesday to Thursday makes it convenient after a morning work session, while Friday and Saturday also include an evening service.

GOOD TO KNOW

→ Located on a pedestrian street close to Levante Beach
→ Serves Spanish and Mediterranean cuisine with Murcian influences
→ Known for tapas, grilled vegetables, fish, seafood, and meats
→ Numerous gluten-free options are reportedly available
→ Outdoor seating and reservations are available
→ Closed on Mondays

OPENING HOURS

Monday: Closed
Tuesday: 12:00–18:00
Wednesday: 12:00–18:00
Thursday: 12:00–18:00
Friday: 12:00–17:00 | 20:00–23:00
Saturday: 12:00–17:00 | 20:00–23:00
Sunday: 12:00–18:00

Address: C. de Valencia, 2, 03503 Benidorm, Alicante
Website: Restaurante Rincón Murciano
Phone: +34 966 831 579