🇪🇸 Templo restaurant's delicious maturing beef

🥩 Templo Restaurante, Alicante: A Steak Lover’s Sanctuary (Worth Fighting for a Table) The last time I had beef this good? Galicia. But this Alicante spot? It’s a local legend—and after one meal, I get why. We popped in on a weekday lunch, thinking no reservation needed… nope. Indoor seats were all booked, so we grabbed outdoor tables. Worth it. 📜 The Menu: Less Is More (And It Works) Simplicity is key here. The menu? Bare-bones, in the best way. It’s all about the meat: aged beef (30/45/60/100 days), fresh cuts, and maybe 10 other dishes total. No fluff, just focus—and that focus? Perfect. 🍖 The Stars: Aged Beef & Unexpected Hits 60+ Day Aged Beef: We went for this, and wow. Rich, buttery (milkiness) that hits you first, then deep, complex flavor. Cooked “al punto” (medium-rare), it’s tender enough to cut with a fork—each bite feels like a luxury. Pure satisfaction. Cecina Croquettes: I’m not usually a fan of cecina (cured beef), but these? A revelation. Crispy outside, creamy inside, with the cured meat adding a smoky, salty kick. So good, I kept sneaking them. Complimentary Bread: Oil-rich, chewy, and addictive. I swore I’d save room for steak… then ate four pieces. Oops. 🍟 The Unsung Hero: Life-Changing Fries No exaggeration—these are the best fries I’ve ever had. Perfect potato variety, fried to golden crisp with a fluffy interior. Salted just right, they’re so good, you’ll fight over the last one. Do not skip. 📏 Portions & Price: Generous, Worth Every Euro They cut the steak to your request—bone-in, so aim for 700g–1kg for two (unless you’re tiny eaters). The presentation? Cute: they de-bone and slice it tableside, adding a little drama. At €50–80 per person, it’s a splurge, but for quality this high? Totally justified. 📍 Location: Super Convenient 3 minutes from Calle de las Setas (Mushroom Street), right in the center. Easy to find, easy to walk off that steak afterward. This isn’t just a steakhouse—it’s a temple (fitting name, right?) to great meat. If you’re in Alicante and love beef, book ahead, grab a table, and prepare to be wowed. #SteakHeaven #AlicanteEats #DryAgedPerfection #FoodieMust