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Taberna del Xef is rated 9/10.TheFork users have rated accordingly in the following categories: Quality of food: 9.3/10 Service: 9.3/10 Atmosphere: 9.2/10

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Taberna del Xef is identified as offering spanish cuisine.

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Does Taberna del Xef have a terrace?

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Taberna del Xef

Name: Taberna del Xef
Address: Carrer del Portal Vell, 27, Altea, 03590, Spain
Price range: €30 (Prices have been provided by the restaurant)
Rating: 9

Restaurant menu

Menu photo3 photos

Food photo141 photos

Type of cuisineSpanish

Average price€30

Pan

€2.5

Alioli y tomate

€2.5

Anchoa del cantábrico (1u.)

€2.5

Reviews

9
of 10

Excellent

1116 reviews

Ambience

9.0

Food

9.1

Service

9.0

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Alicja R. • 2 reviews
August 24, 2025
10/10
We had wonderful time with nice food

Giselle G. • 2 reviews
August 7, 2025
5.5/10
cute restaurant in the magical casco antigo of beloved Altea, the waitstaff was positively lovely and attentive and charming! sadly the food left so much to be desired, all the more disappointing since everything sounded so delish on paper! if the kitchen put as much love into the preparation as the lovely server, (a sweet young woman from Madrid) , put into her interactions with customers, this place would be a winner! I hope one day to return if the kitchen gets a re-haul! keep the server staff though, all were charmers!

Caroline B. • 1 review
July 29, 2025
10/10
Helpful, fun staff, the food and ambiance was wonderful, Thankyou for a gorgeous meal .

Geraldine K. • 1 review
July 17, 2025
10/10
Lovely atmosphere and great food.

Ida Burud N. • 1 review
July 13, 2025
8/10
Excellent food and atmosphere, but terrible service from the female waitress. She didn’t clean the table between dishes, luckily she got help from a colleague. We also waited 30 minutes to pay. Tried to get in contact three times, but did not succeed.

Stephanie S. • 1 review
June 14, 2025
10/10
This was my second visit to this lovely restaurant in beautiful Altea. The food was outstanding and the service friendly and relaxed. The outdoor seating area is under a canopy of trees and has a magical feel, the photos don’t really do it justice. We loved it!

Mónica C. • 2 reviews
June 7, 2025
8/10
Ok

Matthew M. • 1 review
May 29, 2025
10/10
food was really delicious with a really nice relaxed atmosphere. A nice find away form the more touristy places in the area

neil m. • 1 review
April 21, 2025
10/10
We have been coming here for the past 6 years when we come on holiday to the region. It’s always great. Price quality is second to none. Service is Prompt attentive and with a smile.

Paul B. • 4 reviews
March 27, 2025
9/10
Tasting menu had a wide variety of creative and enticing combinations, presented with great style. The small dining room filled up and featured a happy buzz. Pacing of the 9 courses was smooth. A delightful evening.

Paul B. • 4 reviews
March 22, 2025
9.5/10
Great tapas place. Friendly welcome, prompt service. Verdejo and Tempranillo by the glass both excellent. Octopus with sweet potato a lovely combination. Mushrooms with salad and the meatballs both good. Ambiance was authentic and cozy.

Mounir A. • 2 reviews
September 28, 2024
10/10
excellent food and atmosphere

Marta D. • 1 review
July 28, 2024
6.5/10
We received a call on the day we booked to confirm our reservation as otherwise we would have been charged on the app

Astrid J. • 1 review
July 12, 2024
10/10
Wonderful atmospheric location with very good service and delicious unusual tapas. I would love to come again!

Willem S. • 2 reviews
July 8, 2024
10/10
A very cosy and private terrace; well shaded.
Taberna del Xef • Owner
Thank you very much. We appreciate your opinion. See you.

Monique W. • 2 reviews
July 4, 2024
9.5/10
Beautiful setting and indulgent tapas.

Marlot M. • 2 reviews
June 20, 2024
8.5/10
Perfect pace of the dishes. Very tasteful, good service with honest and useful tips of the waiter. Second time here and loved it again
Taberna del Xef • Owner
Thank you very much for your opinion :)

Stewart A. • 2 reviews
June 5, 2024
10/10
Third time we’ve been and will definitely be back. Good value for excellent food. I don’t normally bother writing reviews but happy to do so in this case.
Taberna del Xef • Owner
Thank you so much for your opinión … Thank you for your time… Small details that make Diference and help us a lot See you next time

Anthony J. • 5 reviews
May 21, 2024
10/10
A relaxed atmosphere, good service and lovely food in traditional tapas bar but with some innovative dishes.
Taberna del Xef • Owner
Thank you so much. We appreciate your opinion.

Stewart A. • 2 reviews
April 17, 2024
10/10
Second time we have eaten there and it was every bit as good as the first. We had a la carte tapas and we were not sure how much food to order but with the waitresses assistance we had exactly the right amount for us. Great quality food at a very reasonable price. We will be back!

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Location

Carrer del Portal Vell, 27, 03590 Altea

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Taberna del Xef is rated 9/10.TheFork users have rated accordingly in the following categories:
- Quality of food: 9.3/10
- Service: 9.3/10
- Atmosphere: 9.2/10

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