Playachica, Mediterranean restaurant in Benicasim, Spain
Playachica is a seafood restaurant located on the beach in Benicasim with both indoor and outdoor seating. The kitchen focuses on Mediterranean specialties prepared daily with fresh local ingredients.
The restaurant opened in 2018 as part of Benicasim's evolution from a 19th-century seaside retreat into a modern dining destination. The location reflects how the coastal town has maintained its hospitality tradition while adapting to contemporary needs.
The place showcases Mediterranean eating traditions through fresh seafood and regional products sourced daily from local markets. Dining here connects you to a way of cooking where quality ingredients and simple preparation matter most.
The restaurant is open from midday until midnight, and a bit longer on weekends; booking ahead helps especially during warm months. The beach is just outside, so you can walk before or after your meal.
Guests can pick ingredients directly from market stalls set up inside the restaurant and have them prepared to order. This practice creates a direct link between you and what ends up on your plate.
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