Una experiencia única y espectacular me llevo mi pareja por mi cumpleaños desde madrid y ha sido el mejor regalo sin duda, gracias a Elisa, simone y el equipo de sala me han hecho que esta experiencia sea única. La comida espectacular y sobre todo el servicio. Gracias chicos.

Pedimos el menú degustación y cada plato era aún más increíble que el anterior, todo perfecto, comida, servicio y el sitio con las vistas al mar. Sin duda, repetiremos!!!

El Serbal ha sido una experiencia gastronómica de primer nivel, totalmente digna de su estrella Michelin. Desde el primer momento, el ambiente elegante y las impresionantes vistas a la playa nos sumergieron en una atmósfera especial. Probamos el menú degustación, que fue una verdadera obra de arte. Cada plato sorprendía tanto por su sabor como por su presentación. Destacamos especialmente la presa ibérica al carbón con crema de zanahoria y quinche, servida sobre un plato que simulaba brasas encendidas —una experiencia sensorial única. También nos encantaron los juegos visuales, como el árbol dorado con bocados en miniatura que parecían sacados de un sueño. El servicio fue impecable, atento sin ser invasivo. El maridaje estuvo a la altura, con vinos perfectamente seleccionados que realzaban cada plato. Una mención especial al chef Ignacio Maese y al jefe de sala Rafael Prieto, cuya coordinación se nota en cada detalle. Sin duda, una visita obligada si estás en Santander y quieres disfrutar de alta cocina con un entorno inolvidable.

Fuimos al Restaurante Serbal en un viaje de aniversario, escogimos el menú degustación y nos sorprendió muchísimo, las vistas alar son espectaculares, el menú una pasada, y la atención exquisita, un sitio muy recomendable

La bienvenida y atención de Rafael fue maravillosa un 10/10. Desde el inicio solicitamos menú gastronómico ya que buscábamos rapidez y buena comida ya que íbamos con nuestra hija de 5 años. No les puedo describir cada plato, pero su plato de giozas fue algo fuera de este mundo un sabor y una experiencia inolvidable. Nuevamente gracias por esta experiencia y que su crecimiento gastronómico nunca falte.

Audrey Nelson

El Serbal is a great choice for excellent dining, fine wines and the best location experience. Our service was superb while still very friendly and sincere. We dined at lunch and enjoyed the beauty of the ocean and fresh air as we were fortunate for good weather. I highly recommend a visit or two. The tasting menu was just the right amount of food and various flavors.

+2

Elizabeth DiBiagio

Our afternoon lunch at El Serbal was unforgettable. This one Michelin star restaurant delivers everything you hope for in a world class meal: creative cooking, flawless technique and service that makes you feel genuinely cared for. The setting alone is worth the visit. The dining room offers a perfect view of the beach and the water and creates a relaxed yet elegant atmosphere from the moment you sit down. We enjoyed the tasting menu with two bottles of the Finca Hortanza Riesling 2024, and finished with coffees alongside the last course. Every dish was balanced, perfect and truly unique. From the earthy mushrooms with Guriezo beans to the charcoal grilled Iberian pork with carrots and kimchi, each plate offered bold flavor without ever feeling heavy. The cheese ice cream with quince and spiced biscuit closed the meal on a playful and elegant note. Service matched the brilliance of the kitchen. Mia and her team , to include a fantastic young woman from Venezuela, guided us through the afternoon with warmth and precision. When one of our party casually mentioned she was left handed, they quietly moved her silverware for every course there after. That small gesture captured the care and attention of the entire team. Although the meal lasted two and a half hours, it never felt long. The pacing was seamless and the courses flowed naturally. El Serbal combines Michelin level artistry with breathtaking views and genuine hospitality. It is a must go if you are in Santander.

Brian C

Amazing food. Must have the wine pairing with the food because it truly elevates the experience. The pork and the tomato dishes were mind blowing.

Serge AS

What an amazing experience from beginning to end. Every element of every dish was well thought out and perfectly executed. The service was also fantastic with the staff being so attentive and knowledgeable. The view of the sea facing the restaurant was the icing on the cake. Thank you for a lovely afternoon. This restaurant must be on everyone's must-visit list on the area.

+3

RJ K

El Serbal combines Cantabrian cuisine with a modern twist. The tasting menu is a delight, featuring fresh produce and thoughtful presentation. The service is highly professional, and the sea views from the dining room are spectacular. It is ideal for a special occasion.

James Farrell

A first class experience. It was a quiet evening on the day we came, there were only two other tables in use. The staff were so friendly and very professional. Our waitress spoke perfect English. This restaurant absolutely deserves its Michelin star, I could not fault anything. The tasting menu is reasonably priced for what you receive and each dish was immaculate. My favourite was definitely the gyozas, simply stunning. The petit fours at the end were so memorable also. The red jelly-like petit four had a strong aroma that was so captivating, I also really enjoyed how they made use of the tree table decoration to apply the appetisers and petit fours. The bread tray is impressive and a wide variety of breads are available, as well as two complimentary types of olive oil. Upon being seated, we were also offered a complimentary glass of wine on the house, which we thought was an excellent touch. My only complaint was how silent the restaurant was, I think there is a balance to be made, I felt I could hear a pin drop and that was unsettling. I would absolutely dine at El Serbal again, to date, it has been the best Michelin restaurant I have been to.

+1

Lina Seputyte

Stunning , innovative , delish. Our waiter was great super friendly and very positive. As Michelin star restaurant tasting menu priced very well.

+5

Anastasiya I

We ordered the degustation menu and were left extremely satisfied. It's some of the most delicious and creative food we've ever eaten! The plates were diverse, featuring traditional spanish ingredients in a unique way. The service was excellent, and the atmosphere was a perfect match.

+7

Adela Rojo

What an amazing restaurant. If I could give the chef and staff more stars, I would. I strongly recommend it. Thank you to the Chef Ignacio Maese! You rock!!!

+3

Zak Allen

One of the most plesent dining experiences I have ever had. Truly fantastic, the wines the food and the service. The choice of bread was an excellent touch.

+1

Tobias R.

Hands down best value for money at any Michelin Star Restaurant I’ve been to. Food: simply perfect. Service: attentive, friendly, with a personal touch. Location overlooking the beach: can’t get better than this. We had the tasting menu (87€) with wine pairing (32€) and it just can’t get better than this. Would definitely highly recommend and come back!!

+5

Geoffrey Berg

We came here for my birthday and it was amazing! €62 per person for a Michelin starred tasting menu seems like really good value and everything was impeccably presented and delicious. We were sat by the open window, looking out to sea across Sardinero beach, the whole experience made for a very memorable evening.

+1

Yann IFFER

Surprising & audacious The restaurant offers a very wide set of options: - 2 degustacion menus, "classic" and one designed around champagne, and a la carte - The classic degustacion menu can be paired with international or national wines For our first visit to the region we selected the classic degustacion menu with national wines. All the dishes were very good, with some excellent ones as the delicious beef in charcoal. The plates were well presented and the wines, generously served, were splendid and matching perfectly (I even requested the list per email which is still pending). Slightly negative points are the very pressured waiters who need to run to meet the respective menu timelines. Finally the restaurant intends to serve coktails, teas and coffees by bringing dedicated carts to the table but the entertainment was not at the level expected. Overall a wonderful night, I would highly recommend to pay this address a visit the next time you're in Santander!

Aitor Parada

We had the gastronomic tasting menu with wine pairing and it was outstanding. Every dish was unique and cooked perfectly. The staff was delightful and very knowledgeable about the wines, as well as generous with pouring it. So glad we came here! Highly recommend

+2

Buena experiencia, pero le falta algo. Trato del personal excepcional. Amplía carta de vinos muy buenos, también hay opción de maridaje de vinos por 22€ por persona. La comida: Los entrantes son de tamaño muy pequeño y esperas un gran sabor pero en algunos no es así. La descostruccion del cocido sosa y sin apenas sabor el caldo no sabia a nada. Los platos de carne y pescado muy muy buenos. Los postres sobre todo el helado un 10. No le pongo 5 estrellas porque cuando vas a un restaurante de este nivel esperas un 10 por lo menos en la calidad de todos los platos, creo que deberían probarlos antes de sacarlos.

+3

Salón privilegiado que te hace sentir dentro del mar. Recepcion y servicio excepcional . Los menús son atractivos y la carta de vinos perfecta . El viaje culinario tiene algunos altibajos como la carrilera del menú que estaba pasada y no tenía sentido como plato fuerte de las carnes en el contexto de los otros platos . Volveremos porque nos trataron muy bien y estuvimos muy a gusto. También porque me gustaría comer mejor la próxima vez

Sara Secall

One Michelin star restaurant overlooking the Sardinero beach. We had a family and friends celebration. Great and wonderfully prepared 7 course meal with mostly fish and seafood, locally sourced. Excellent views, tranquil. Many guests brought their quiet dogs...

Roman Efimov

Overall, it wasn’t an outstanding dining experience - the food felt fairly basic. While some parts of the set menu stood out with great flavors, most dishes were quite ordinary. The tasting menu is generous though, so you won’t leave hungry. The location is excellent and the service was great.

Monica Arellano

The restaurant’s location/view are stunning!! Presentation and service on spot. However, we were not too impressed with the food. We thought it was good but it was not Wow. The previous day we had gone to Casona del Judio (also 1 Michellin star) and we were so impressed by the entire experience so we had very high expectations. The food was not bad and some of the dishes were really good but some were not. When you choose your bread, get the corn, it’s delicious.

+4

M M

What a great experience we had at El Serbal. The staff were exceptional - friendly, attentive, and enthusiastic. We were there for lunch with a table by the floor to ceiling window - which opens fully to have a complete open space out to the sunny beach. It really was quite surreal, like having a movie screen as there was nothing between you and the sea. Excellent wine list. Lots of champagne, but I don't visit Spain to drink French wine. Many bottles of great cava were available. We had the tasting menu, and for the large part it was worthy of the Michelin star. The fish in Bordeaux sauce was cooked to perfection with lovely crispy skin outside and melt in the mouth fat underneath. I felt the Red prawns, pumpkin and gazpachuelo was flawed, as the gazpachuelo (looked like single cream) added nothing. Likewise, the charcoal pork was amazing but the blackened 'wooden' board with the embedded flashing lights to suggest fire it was served on was repulsive. Not sure if it was meant as Spanish humour but I was not laughing. I discarded the plank and ate the meat off a side plate. The obvious humour behind the 'tongue' the pre-dessert was served on left me equally nonplussed. And believe me I do enjoy a joke! One final observation relates to the large dark brown wooden cabinets that are pushed around the room. It makes for great theatre when the cover is rolled back and several different types of bread are revealed, but ultimately all the back and forth made me think a furniture removal company had arrived. Overall we had a happy and relaxing lunch. Yes, the pace of serving the different courses was brisk but we felt like were not being bugged all the time. Highly recommended.

Betül Oral

The food, wine and atmosphere were great. The waitress who took care of us was very polite. However, I do not think that there is enough attention in general, maybe this may be because we do not speak Spanish. It would be nice if a small written menu was given so that we could remember the contents of the food. These are my criticisms when compared to the Michelin star restaurants I have visited before. Also, when we left the restaurant, no one said goodbye and that was weird. Apart from these, the taste of the food and the menu were quite successful.

Me esperaba más. Acudí al restaurante guiada por las valoraciones que tiene, pero no cumplió mis expectativas y no hablo de un bar o restaurante cualquiera, hablamos de un estrella michelin. La valoración que hago es un 3 estrellas y explicaré los motivos: En cuanto a la comida, le pongo 3 ya que la elaboración de los platos requiere trabajo y eso es algo digno de valorar y a tener en cuenta, pero si me preguntas en cuanto a sabor ¿destacaría algo? Sintiéndolo mucho, no. No hubo un plato que me llamara la atención en cuanto a sabor, no digo la preparación, digo sabor, me pareció todo muy plano y nada destacable. Lo cual es un chasco, ya que de estos lugares siempre te llevas un plato, un sabor, que recordar. En cuanto al servicio, decir que lamentable, no valoro la carisma y simpatía de los muchachos, valoro la profesionalidad, avisamos en la reserva de las alergias de uno de los integrantes, no obstante se le volvió a avisar a la camarera en la mesa cuando nos hicieron sentar, no bastó con ello, que trajeron los platos sin tener en consideración de la alergia, fue porque mi compañera se dio cuenta del fallo y se lo dijo, que si no habríamos tenido un buen percance. El ambiente, bonito, evidentemente unas vistas frente al mar preciosas, pero si se ha de valorar, se valora todo, no solo el entorno.

Katie Harris

Aperitivos and starter were great (scallop tartare amazing) but fish wash dry. Presa Iberia might have been good but was not warm. Waiter opened the bottle wrong and I had to point out there was cork in my glass twice and they did not offer another bottle. Several details missing from Michelin star- prefer not to elaborate as to not sound like a spoiled brat haha

Difícil reseña. El menú de degustación nos gustó y la atención por parte del servicio fue maravillosa. Pero hubo un gran “pero”. Un grupo de siete clientes, con uno de ellos en un claro y flagrante estado de embriaguez (voces, comentarios fuera de tono e incluso llegó a ponerse una zapatilla en la oreja… qué vergüenza). Lo sorprendente fue que, pese a incomodar claramente a las mesas cercanas, la única llamada de atención por parte del personal nos pareció muy poco firme. En un restaurante con estrella Michelin, se espera un control estricto de este tipo de situaciones para garantizar la experiencia de todos los clientes. Si este comportamiento es tolerado, deja dudas sobre la seriedad del servicio, sobre todo por parte del responsable de sala.

Tenía muy buen recuerdo de El Serbal de una visita de hace un par de años, pero en esta ocasión la experiencia ha sido bastante decepcionante. La gyoza de cocido llegó fría y la pasta no parecía del día, estaba dura. La carne estaba correcta, pero el plato no fue presentado y los purés que acompañaban a las carrilleras también estaban fríos. La sensación general es que la atención ha dejado mucho que desear. No he comido mal, pero para tratarse de un restaurante con estrella Michelin y con un precio superior a los 120 € por persona, se espera una ejecución y un servicio muy superiores. Espero que esta experiencia sea algo puntual y que el restaurante mejore, porque de seguir así corre el riesgo de perder la estrella.