Asador Ilicitano

Asador Ilicitano is a classic Elche asador on Carrer Mestre Giner, and you come here for roast meat. Think cochinillo (suckling pig), roast lamb shoulder, sirloin and little lamb chops, with garlic soup and croquetas to start. There are a few fish dishes too, like bacalao and octopus, if someone in your group isn't a meat person. It's laid out like an old bodega with several dining rooms, which makes it a solid choice for family get-togethers and celebrations. Reviewers keep coming back to the staff, who they describe as friendly, professional and properly attentive, and most reckon the prices are fair for the quality on the plate. Two practical bits. Weekend dinners fill up, so book ahead rather than chancing it. And parking nearby is a pain, so use a paid car park or walk in from the centre of Elche.