Local de Ensayo

The story

Local de Ensayo in Murcia: Contemporary Cooking Rooted in Revised Tradition

Local de Ensayo, at Fuensanta 5 in Murcia, is a contemporary restaurant that Michelin listed as Recommended in 2026. Chef David López runs the kitchen, and the menu draws on his long training while testing new ideas of his own.

Cooking built on revisiting tradition

The kitchen's guiding idea is what the restaurant calls #tradiciónrevisada, or revised tradition. The approach means reviewing, questioning and rethinking classic cooking. López presents the knowledge he has gathered over his career here, and he develops new ideas with a personal style. Research, training and growth are part of the restaurant's stated goals.

The room and how to dine

Guests can book the chef's table, add wine pairings, or order cocktails. The restaurant offers a private room, outdoor seating and air conditioning, and it is wheelchair accessible. Vegan and vegetarian diners are catered for, and the venue also hosts events and takeaway service.