Real Balneario de Salinas (*michelín)

Real Balneario de Salinas (*michelín) Review

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3 years ago

Great restaurant, great facilities, very good qual...

Great restaurant, great facilities, very good quality of food and service.

It is located on the beach. The views are one of its forts. The prices are expensive, according to the place and what it offers.

J
3 years ago

We have reserved a table on Sunday 2nd of Septembe...

We have reserved a table on Sunday 2nd of September for our wedding anniversary. The Michelin star shines as soon as the doors of the gastronomic restaurant open. The views of Salinas beach are spectacular. The More

I
3 years ago

We were having a drink and the truth is that the l...

We were having a drink and the truth is that the location is perfect. You can have a drink watching the beach quietly. The pity is that people change at the door of the bar, and that subtracts a little luxury and exclusivity. The price according to the place, somewhat expensive, but nothing excessive. The beautiful bathroom, and has a detail that makes the difference the truth, in the women's bathroom they have compresses, tampons and strips.

E
3 years ago

Dinner of 10! A fantastic place, just above the se...

Dinner of 10! A fantastic place, just above the sea. The quality of the dishes very high, the attention of the waiters and the treatment by the great chef! It is able to adapt to all the diners at the moment without compromising on the quality of the dishes. It is worth the trip to Salinas.

D
3 years ago

We visited the Real Balneario during a weekday, so...

We visited the Real Balneario during a weekday, so we assumed it would be quiet but it was surprising to be one of two tables that night.

The setting is stunning, right in the beach and even though, the decor could be more modern, it's really personal and has a lot of charm. The setting itself has delightful views and if you are lucky enough to have a clear day, you will enjoy a lovely sunset as you enjoy a glass of champagne. Unfortunately the views of the people in the beach can't be unpleasant, but there's no real control of the restaurant on that.

Something the restaurant could definitely do is to improve its service. It was, slow and had small knowledge of their menu. It was unpleasant enough to be the only table in the restaurant (as the others left quite early), as to feel observed my the manager, that was standing a few feet away from us, in a very obvious way listening to our conversations. We have been to enough restaurants to appreciate non intrusive waiting, where we are served and observed, without noticing anything.

We began our dinner with a bottle of Kripta, a lovely Cava that was at cellar temperature, so it took nearly the whole dinner to cool down to be enjoyed properly. I would expect an aperitif to be served at the right temperature straight away, without having to wait one hour for it to cool down. This was the reason why we didn't enjoy another bottle of wine, as we just felt it was a waste of money to leave our sparkling wine cooling down, when we wanted it with our canapes! In any case, the wine list was unimpressive, a very obvious and boring selection of the typical wines you could normally find in restaurants like this. I was expecting more on this front, a more subtle and independent wine list, with some big names but as well some curiosities from Spain.

There were some items unavailable, that was a bit upsetting, as we already had planned what we would eat, but there was plenty of choice to order from. The food was fine, and for Asturias, that's a really poor standard. We started with canapes, a small assiette of marinated mackerel served on top of a crisp of squid ink (I think), this was unfortunate, as the anchovy was more on the sushi or ceviche side, so it made the cracker soggy and there was no texture contrast.

We were really looking forward to enjoying the clams, but this weren't available so we ordered the foie-gras and the pork belly with squid. The Foie was simple, with a low temperature cooked egg, which added a lovely texture, as expected it was delicious, although I found a bit of vein in it. The pork and squid was an interesting combination of flavors, nicely presented the jus was delicious and I found it really impressive, it had an unusual asiatic touch to it which made the acidity of the dish rise (perhaps yuzu?). Overall the starters weren't what we wanted, but we enjoyed them a lot, the presentations were carefully crafted and the results were really good. It was disappointing that the waiters didn't know many of the ingredients or the details of the dish, like the name of the flowers used to decorate.

For the main courses once again, we were let down by the available items, so we had the red mullet and the grouper. The red mullet was cooked perfectly, but the presentation was ridiculous, it had an useless layer of thick cut potatoes, trying to imitate the fish scales, but it just looked like the chef didn't finish the dish. The garnishes were fine, but unexciting although the sauce was delicious. The grouper was fine, well cooked, but apart of the sauce the rest was quite plain and there were not texture contrasts in the dish.

After such disappointing dinner we hoped that the desserts would be something to make up for the rest. We were wrong, the choices were really poor and it didn't feel like the dessert menu of michelin starred restaurant, rather like that of a "menu del dia" in your local "meson". We had one pain perdu to share, it was fine.

Overall an overpriced experience, there are more humble restaurants around Asturias that offer better value.

I
3 years ago

We had a tasting menu for 2.

We had a tasting menu for 2.
We found it expensive; It would be more attractive without including the pairing.
We were not being rushed as such, but the waiter gave us that feeling, since it left us little time to taste the dishes.
The anchovy and sardine dishes were very good and juicy, but other dishes without flavor; wasted pigeon.
Desserts have left us flat.
Large bottle of water 4 is theft.
We would not repeat and we think that there are other better Michelin stars.

F
3 years ago

We went with a reservation and the attention was e...

We went with a reservation and the attention was exquisite. The dishes perfectly cooked, we ordered the house classic and I am not disappointed. The barnacles are also excellent. The bluefin tuna tartar with caviar was spectacular too. Personally the quality price is great, since it is worth the redundancy, the quality is paid. Everything was perfect. We will return without a doubt. I recommend booking as when I went it got busy.

C
3 years ago

Restaurant located on the beach. If you have the o...

Restaurant located on the beach. If you have the opportunity, reserve a table in the gallery, it has huge windows with exceptional views of the sea.
We order delicious lane clams, red mullet, sea bass and raspberry millefeuille. All exquisite however the quantities are concise. We are left hungry being little to eat.
Eye when ordering seafood: the price on the menu is not well specified. Make sure before asking to avoid unwanted surprises in the account.
Positive: very good service, effective and attentive at all times.
Value for money: expensive, 60 / person being very restrained.
Reservation essential

m
3 years ago

An unforgettable, unbeatable restaurant, they make...

An unforgettable, unbeatable restaurant, they make a day of your life really fantastic, a special and unique attention, with an education and an unbeatable class of the people who work there that make you feel special with their treatment and the kitchen to really my family and for me there are no words to define how truly unbeatable it is, each dish cared for with a delicacy that makes it unique, thank you really for making one day of our lives unforgettable, my most sincere congratulations, you deserve the best every one of you every day, true professionals, there you can see the class of each person, congratulations on your work.

M
3 years ago

We know that their food is special, very elaborate...

We know that their food is special, very elaborate and exquisite, but really that lately we have to look for it with a magnifying glass on the plate, and I saw the waiters as very warned, so that they escaped and the people and not repeat.

J
3 years ago

I am writing this review to ask you not to use the...

I am writing this review to ask you not to use the public space for weddings and other shows, preventing the use of disabled places. It is a fact that is regularly repeated. That space is public property.

M
3 years ago

A success every time I have visited it. There is n...

A success every time I have visited it. There is no lack of detail. I recommend you try the Wagyu as it is not easy to find, and it does not disappoint, even if you ask for what you ask for, you will certainly not fail.

C
3 years ago

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D
3 years ago

Fatal, basically because they refused to feed us t...

Fatal, basically because they refused to feed us today Tuesday at 15:30 making an hour's drive just to eat there. The waiter came in to ask in the kitchen, a sign that they do not even know what time it is. Zero professionalism of someone who boasts of it. It is advisable to call before going and not be guided by what you put on the internet because it does not correspond to the reality that is the one that suits the kitchen.

m
3 years ago

Compared to other Michelin stars it was a bit disa...

Compared to other Michelin stars it was a bit disappointing. Tasting menu little worked. The chef came out to greet the room but selecting whom. However, I have to say that the service was excellent. The wonderful location.

M
3 years ago

The wonderful attention, and the food is an authen...

The wonderful attention, and the food is an authentic explosion of flavors, incredible, rich, and of quality. As an assessment (I suppose that the protocol) I would say that I would have liked that when choosing or giving the go-ahead to the wine they would also seek my approval, as a woman, and not only address my partner, man. Overall, I recommend it. The price is higher than that of a conventional restaurant but I insist, it is worth it.

M
3 years ago

A spectacular site and a great restaurant. The tre...

A spectacular site and a great restaurant. The treatment of the staff according to ls location and the kitchen, of 10. The genre a wonder and the treatment that give a pleasure. The taste in mouth of the dishes a delight.

M
3 years ago

Located in a privileged place we were able to enjo...

Located in a privileged place we were able to enjoy a very careful and detailed kitchen based on a great product: the bonito belly of the Bay of Biscay turned out to be a great dish

f
3 years ago

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A
3 years ago

We did not know the restaurant and today we have t...

We did not know the restaurant and today we have tried the tasting menu, spectacular and abundant, with the perfect mix between innovation and tradition. Quiet and friendly atmosphere with great sea views and impeccable service. When we left, they gave us a very nice book with the history of the family, the restaurant and very elegant and neat photos of the place and its dishes. Recommended and without a doubt to repeat. Thank you very much to all the team and congratulations for your good work.

M
3 years ago

On Thursday, August 16, we waited exactly 55 minut...

On Thursday, August 16, we waited exactly 55 minutes at the table to be served the first course, without even giving us an appetizer. I would immediately remove the Michelin star from which they make a show. Also, very expensive. Do not ask for anything outside of letter

M
3 years ago

The good restaurants are distinguished by the deta...

The good restaurants are distinguished by the details and this did not have them. We went with a couponisimo menu offered coffee and tea, we said we did not want, but my husband suggested that a shot if he took what the waiter said that is not within the menu, you must know to be up to par.

M
3 years ago

A reference in the gastronomy of the good table in...

A reference in the gastronomy of the good table in Asturias, no matter what dish you ask for, it will be exquisite, and the beautiful sea views since it is practically inserted in the Arenal of the beach

J
3 years ago

We celebrated our wedding there. Wonderful treatme...

We celebrated our wedding there. Wonderful treatment by Isaac and all employees. There they not only give you menus but they guide you to make your celebration something to remember.
The views are spectacular and the food delicious.
The only problem is that there is no parking, it is the toll to be paid for the location of the restaurant.

D
3 years ago

Great

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3 years ago

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N
3 years ago

Fantastic place ... delicious food with top qualit...

Fantastic place ... delicious food with top quality products and cooked with exquisite taste.
Excellent attention and careful details.
The enclave facing the sea is a plus without a doubt.
An experience to repeat.

M
3 years ago

Celebrating birthday at the Real Balneario de Sali...

Celebrating birthday at the Real Balneario de Salinas
Remembering with great nostalgia and affection the best head of the room that I knew in my life
D.Miguel Loya q.e.p.d
His widow Eva and her son continue to preserve the good work that this house always had
Both the starters and the exceptional fish, highlighted the grilled mullet with rice
Of course your Michelin star well deserved !!

J
3 years ago

Place in good and beautiful location. Very good an...

Place in good and beautiful location. Very good and kind attention. Letter with excessively high prices. I have eaten with my partner and an entree of beautiful eclipsed by the vinegar of the sauce, a beef tenderloin of very good quality but with vegetables in a poorly cooked pot and a hake of great quality but with a very little green sauce and 4 cockles with Bread and water 110 euros. Excessive.

Real Balneario de Salinas (*michelín)

Real Balneario de Salinas (*michelín)

4.3