🇪🇸 Alviento Restaurant - A Taste of Cartagena's Coastal Cuisine 🌊🍽

📍 Located in the historic port city of Cartagena, southern Spain, Alviento offers delicious Mediterranean flavors with a modern twist - though patience is required! Our Dining Experience: ⏳ (Service was slow, likely due to a 400+ person event, but the food was worth the wait!) 🥗 Starter Sensation: Smoked Salmon Salad with Avocado & Cherry Tomatoes Perfect balance of smoky fish + creamy avocado Tangy dressing awakens the palate Beautiful presentation with edible flowers 🌸 🐟 Main Event 1: Grilled Sea Bass (Lubina a la Parrilla) Flaky, boneless perfection No fishy taste - just clean ocean flavors (Veggie side was forgettable though) 🥩 Main Event 2: Braised Beef Cheek (Carrillera) Melt-in-your-mouth tender Rich red wine reduction sauce Traditional Spanish preparation (distinct beefy aroma) Creamy mashed potato base 🥔 🍰 Sweet Finale: Mille-feuille (Napoleon) - Crispy layers with vanilla cream Spanish Custard with Dark Chocolate - Intense bittersweet contrast ⚠️ Warning: Typical Spanish-level sweetness! 🍫 Vibe Check: Modern nautical decor with harbor views ⚓ Lively local crowd (few tourists) Perfect post-sightseeing lunch spot after visiting Roman ruins Pro Tips: Reserve ahead during festivals 🎪 Try their signature gin cocktails 🍸 Save room for their famous chocolate soufflé #CartagenaEats #SpanishCuisine #MediterraneanFood #FoodieTravel #PortsideDining #BeefCheek #SeaBass #SpanishDesserts #TravelThroughFood