City dining guide

Best restaurants in Pinoso

2 guide-listed restaurants — Michelin, Bib Gourmand, Black Pearl, Must-Eat List, World's 50 Best and more. Reference quality signals; never ranked by commission, no in-app checkout.

Bib Gourmand 2

El Racó de Pere i Pepa

Bib Gourmand€€Traditional Cuisine

A restaurant run by married couple Pere and Pepa, with the former in the kitchen and the latter in charge of the dining room. Located along the avenue leading into town from Jumilla, it boasts a terrace at the entrance and an interior with two floors decorated in a rustic, contemporary style. Here, through the à la carte service and their popular Nuestros Arreglitos set menus (only served to a full table), they cook updated and regional Mediterranean cuisine that, in their own words, aims to rediscover the flavours of inland Alicante province via an impressive selection of rice dishes for two

TripAdvisor review sample · 4.7/5 · 80 reviews

Located in Pinoso, El Racó de Pere i Pepa is known for traditional cuisine. Guests frequently praise the food quality, particularly the rabbit and snail rice soup and appetizers, noting a charming atmosphere and generally friendly service. However, experiences vary significantly. While many appreciate the generous portions and value, others report issues with slow meal pacing, mandatory fixed menus, and occasionally rude or unwelcoming staff. Some critics also find the pricing high relative to the experience. Overall, it offers authentic local flavors but requires patience regarding service consistency and menu flexibility.

Suitable for diners seeking authentic traditional flavors who can tolerate potential service inconsistencies.

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Elías

Bib Gourmand€€Grills

A restaurant with a long family history that has manged to change with the times without losing touch with its roots. Located in the centre of the village, its discreet façade conceals a pleasantly renovated interior with a contemporary feel, including a glass-fronted wine cellar and an open-view grill. The most admirable features here are the respect shown for traditional regional recipes and its cooking methods, with many dishes grilled over the embers in time-honoured fashion. Rice dishes are its speciality (the rice with rabbit and snails is particularly impressive), although it also offer

TripAdvisor review sample · 3.7/5 · 80 reviews

Located in a secluded village in Alicante, Elías is renowned for wood-fired rice and grills. Positive reviews highlight high food quality, a warm atmosphere, and welcoming service, often accommodating walk-ins. Conversely, negative feedback focuses on poor value, citing small portions and high prices for drinks and sides. Some guests also reported rushed service or disrupted experiences. While the cuisine is authentic and well-executed, visitors should manage expectations regarding portion sizes and cost-effectiveness.

Suitable for diners seeking authentic wood-fired flavors who are less concerned with cost.

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