Tula

Tula is a Michelin one-star restaurant situated in the seaside village of Jávea, Spain, offering genuine seasonal cuisine crafted from carefully selected Mediterranean ingredients. The culinary approach pays homage to traditional home cooking rooted in local game, sea, and mountain flavors. This connection to heritage is embodied by Borja, a self-taught chef who earned his Michelin star at 30, and Clara, a Le Cordon Bleu Madrid alumna with experience in a three-Michelin-starred kitchen. Together, they lead the kitchen with a focus on Levantine cuisine sourced from local farmers, hunters, fishers, and artisans, employing humane ike-jime methods to prepare fish. The restaurant occupies a cozy space near Playa del Arenal, reflecting the charm of Jávea’s fishing village with its maze-like streets and whitewashed houses. The warm and inviting ambiance complements the sincerity of the cuisine. The menu changes twice yearly and includes daily off-menu surprises that balance tradition with innovation. Signature dishes highlight the region’s bounty: oyster with goat yogurt and kiwi; cauliflower fritter with cod belly and spinach; fried pompano with almond gazpachuelo, cockles, and peas; and veal sweetbread with miso cream and grilled chard. These creations showcase Tula’s dedication to heartfelt and memorable Mediterranean dining.