Overall, the experience was good. The dish offerings are interesting, with two menus and several tapas options. However, the place was clearly overwhelmed by the number of people, and the food arrived lukewarm. Nonetheless, the staff was very friendly and attentive.

via google · 2/14/2026

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ "An explosion of flavor in every bite" If you’re a tapas lover, get ready, because this place is in a league of its own. It’s undoubtedly the spot with the most exquisite tapas I’ve ever tried. It’s not just about eating; it’s a sensory experience from start to finish. The must-try dishes: The Croquetas: Absolutely exquisite. With that creamy interior that melts in your mouth and a fine, crispy coating. A perfect ten. The Patatas Bravas: Forget the usual ones. Here they are super original and delicious, with a sauce that has personality, leaving you wanting to order a double portion. The Taco de Corvina: This is on another level. I can only describe it as orgasmic; the balance of flavors and the freshness of the fish are out of this world. The Dessert: A true madness of goodness. The perfect finishing touch for a meal where nothing fell below outstanding. Conclusion: You can feel the passion in the kitchen and the care for the product. If you want to treat yourself and try something that will truly surprise you, this is the place. I will come back a thousand times!

via google · 2/12/2026

Xef Pirata in Altea has a pleasant atmosphere and a varied menu. The food is good, although the portions are somewhat small for the price. The service at the table was fine, except for the girl who welcomed us. Overall, it was an acceptable experience.

via google · 11/29/2025

Beautiful, brilliant place. The quality of food is outstanding, and from the smallest kitchen! The staff are fantastic and very helpful for those with food allergies. Cannot recommend highly enough. The sea bass cerviche and prawn carpaccio particularly good!

via google · 10/11/2025

Incredible restaurant. The experience was exceptional: creative cuisine, each dish has its own distinctive touch. The place is quiet, and the waitstaff is very friendly, attentive, and respectful. We were two people and ordered five dishes. On another occasion, we might try one of the two tasting menus they offer. Incredible value for money. Dishes are around €10. If I had to highlight something we ordered, it was the corvina taco, but everything was delicious; in the end, it comes down to personal taste. They offer craft beer brewed in Altea. They also have a gluten-free beer option. There is no terrace. Reservations are recommended. The service is incredible. They bring each dish as soon as you finish the previous one. It's very well organized, and that's no easy feat with a full dining room in a tapas restaurant. Definitely worth repeating!!!!!

via google · 9/25/2025

Whenever we're in the area, we love to visit this place. The tables are a bit close together and it can be a little noisy, the service is just okay, but what really stands out is the food. There's a good variety and everything is very tasty. I recommend making a reservation, as there probably won't be a spot if you don't.

via google · 9/22/2025

The food was out of this world – the menu was excellent, and the quality was the best we have ever tasted. The staff were attentive, helpful, and really added to the experience. We can’t wait to return!

via google · 8/30/2025

I had high expectations for this place which were thoroughly disappointed. The food is very far away from something that can be described as tapas. Sure, small portions of food on small plates fits the description but that's about it. The food is very pretentious and doesn't live up to the expectations that are built up from reading the menu. Then there is the problem of the food being extremely heavy. We ordered 3 small dishes for 3 people and we couldn't finish it because it felt like we had swallowed rocks. Pricing is somewhat acceptable for the area but the overall experience was abysmal. The service is also very chaotic. We were 3 people but only had two plates which nobody noticed so got up and grabbed a plate and some cutlery from a neighboring table that was empty.

via google · 6/26/2025

Absolutely the best tapas we have ever tasted. We had the tasting menu for 37euros each. 9 dishes. When you think a dish cannot get any tastier, along comes another one. Could not fault any of it. Really busy place, but the service was brilliant. Well worth the money. Took photos of only 2 dishes, (too busy enjoying it all). Would definitely recommend.

via google · 1/16/2025

We had a fantastic meal at Xet Pirata! Service was fast. The food was very delicious. It’s a tasting-menu style so the portions are small ( then you can try many dishes). Downside is the venue is a bit small. But I would highly recommend this restaurant to anyone visiting Altea! What a gem

via google · 7/19/2024