Dharma Beach Club

Dharma Beach Club sits directly on Playa del Pinar in Grau de Castelló, opposite the Planetarium. Known locally as Dharma Playa, it's one of the more established spots on this stretch of coast.

The setup goes beyond your average chiringuito. Hanging chairs and swings face the water, and the terrace fills fast on summer evenings. Sunsets pull a crowd, with the bar running cocktails as the light drops.

The kitchen does a Mexican-Mediterranean thing. Paellas sit alongside tacos and guacamole, with rice dishes as the house specialty. Mains run €10 to €20 per person.

Live music and DJ sets keep things going through summer, plus dance classes and beach sports events. The crowd skews younger than most beachfront spots nearby.

You can reserve through the website or by phone. The club runs seasonally, so check ahead outside peak months. Parking is close by and the venue is wheelchair accessible, with free WiFi.

Rated 4.2 from 691 Google reviews. It's not the most polished place on the coast, but the food and atmosphere combination keeps regulars coming back.