Alcalá de Henares is a proud World Heritage city that, among its many cultural, historical and architectural attractions, also offers a wide and varied gastronomy that blends tradition with modern flair. You can tell as soon as you look for somewhere to enjoy a good quality “menú del día” at lunchtime — whether you’re a visitor or a local.
Enjoying a quality menú del día in Alcalá de Henares is absolutely possible
Restaurant 1888 has already become a real landmark in the city for anyone looking for a dining experience that’s high quality, original and well-priced.
Its à la carte dishes are well known among Alcalaínos, but it also offers a complete weekday set menu that’s winning more and more fans.
Just like the dishes on the main menu, the weekly options in Restaurant 1888’s menú del día tick all the boxes for quality and innovation — true hallmarks of the restaurant. It’s cutting-edge cuisine that still respects the classics, with great attention to the freshness and quality of ingredients, always cooked using artisanal methods that give every dish a distinctive flavour. The result is a lunch menu experience that feels genuinely special.
Healthy eating made tasty
At Restaurant 1888, no dish is treated as “just another menu item”. Each one gets the same care and attention, whether it’s from the set or the à la carte menu — challenging the old idea that the menú del día is just a quick or simple option for lunch.
The daily menu, served right in the centre of Alcalá de Henares, features high-quality ingredients and recipes made with fresh seasonal produce to ensure exceptional flavour.
All of this comes with the excellent service that defines the restaurant’s team, led by chef Alfonso Sanz and maître d’ Andrada. The experience unfolds across several cosy dining areas, beautifully decorated in a historic building in the manzana Cisneriana, right on Plaza de Cervantes.
What customers say about the menú del día
A set menu with plenty of choice
The menu changes weekly, designed with variety and balance in mind, making sure every guest finds something to their taste among the starters and mains. Meat, fish, pasta, vegetables… there’s always a great mix available Monday to Friday (on non-holiday weekdays) from 1:00 pm to 3:45 pm. The menu includes a drink, bread, and dessert or coffee.
For those with more discerning tastes, Restaurant 1888 also offers a “Menu B”, featuring premium cuts of meat and fish and even more creative recipes.
With all these elements — and prices starting at €17 for the standard menu and €22 for Menu B — it’s one of the most competitive lunch menus in town, offering a quality and dining experience rarely found in everyday set menus.
So if you’re looking for a great place to enjoy an excellent menú del día in Alcalá de Henares, Restaurant 1888 is one of the top choices in the city centre. Its commitment to quality, the variety of dishes, beautiful presentation and attentive service make it a true culinary reference point — any time of day, especially at lunchtime.
