Raúl Resino

The story

Raúl Resino – Michelin-Starred Seafood in Benicarló, Spain

The Cook Who Became a Fisherman

Raúl Resino’s path to the kitchen began in 1993, when he fell into the trade and fell in love with it. Starting as a dishwasher, he worked his way up with no grand plan—only an obsession to learn the craft. But his true education came from the sea. As a child, he would spend hours fishing and diving, and that connection to the Mediterranean has never left him. Today, he calls himself a “cocinero pescador”—a cook who is also a fisherman.

A Kitchen Rooted in the Sea

The restaurant’s philosophy is simple: “We cook as we think, we do not think about what we are going to cook.” Every day, the menu is shaped by what is fresh from the local fish market and the seasonal produce of the land. The cuisine is 100% focused on the sea and the traditions of the fishing community, working exclusively with local fish and shellfish and Km 0 ingredients. This commitment to sustainability and locality is at the heart of every dish.

The Team Behind the Experience

In the dining room, Elia Cerdá Rico, Raúl’s wife, leads the service as head of the room. Together, they form a tandem that works to ensure every guest leaves happy. Their shared dedication has earned the restaurant a Michelin star, a recognition that speaks to the quality of the cooking—but the real star remains the product itself.

A Taste of Benicarló

Dining at Raúl Resino means tasting the Mediterranean coast in its purest form. The seafood is the protagonist, prepared with respect and precision. The atmosphere is welcoming, the service warm, and the focus always on what the sea provides. For anyone seeking an authentic, sustainable seafood experience in Castellón, this is a destination worth the journey.