Casa Bernardi

If you’re looking for a pleasant place to dine in the Marina Alta area, this restaurant will make you feel very special. Run by Ferdinando Bernardi, a chef with lots of talent originally from Rimini in Italy, Casa Bernardi defines itself as “a place where “italianità” (true Italian hospitality) is all around you”. Located next to the road in an elevated setting within a residential district, it specialises in contemporary Italian cuisine with a strong focus on meticulous preparation, including perfectly al dente pasta and delicious Mediterranean dishes (we particularly enjoyed the squid ink lasagne and the spaghetti carbonara) that always showcase ingredients sourced from the Alicante region and close links with local suppliers. Choose between a concise à la carte (lunchtime only) and three tasting menus: Terra (vegetarian), Pasta Lovers and A Modo Mio. The attractive sea-view terrace is an added bonus!

Home-style Italian hospitality

• Chef Ferdinando Bernardi welcomes guests as if they were in his own home, embodying authentic Italian hospitality (the concept of 'Italianità').

In-house bakery and bakery box offerings

• Casa Bernardi features an on-site bakery and offers a Bakery Box, integrating bakery products into the dining experience.

KM0 local sourcing and sustainability with fishermen and farmers

• The menu highlights local products and raw materials, with fishermen and farmers directly involved in the value chain to support sustainability and a KM0 approach.

Signature Ingredients

• Local Mediterranean seafood and fish: Sourced directly from nearby fishermen as part of Casa Bernardi’s KM0 philosophy, highlighting sustainability and proximity; foundational to the restaurant’s seafood-forward Italian dishes.
• Olive oil from local olive groves: An essential Mediterranean staple produced around Benissa; used to dress dishes and carry bright, fruity notes that reflect the regional terroir.
• Almonds (almendros): Almonds from local trees contribute nuttiness, texture, and pastry components, mirroring the region's harvest traditions.
• Carob pods (algarrobo): Carob from surrounding trees provides natural sweetness and depth, echoing the area’s agricultural heritage.
• Locally grown vegetables and herbs (huertas): Seasonal produce sourced from nearby farms and kitchen gardens, delivering freshness and supporting KM0 principles.
• KM0, proximity-driven sourcing philosophy: The overarching approach that informs all ingredients, ensuring the flavors are tied to the Benissa-Mediterranean terroir and sustainable practices.