Miguel de Alba

Miguel de Alba is the general manager of Alba Restaurante Español, where his work shapes not only the cadence of service but the atmosphere of the room itself. In a role grounded firmly in front-of-house leadership, he stands at the intersection of hospitality and tradition, guiding the restaurant experience with an eye for detail and a steady understanding of what Spanish cuisine demands from both kitchen and dining room. His title is not that of a chef, and yet his influence is visible in the way a meal is framed, paced, and remembered. At Alba Restaurante Español, Spanish cuisine is the defining specialty, and de Alba’s work is tied closely to that identity. The restaurant’s character is not just expressed through what is served, but through the sense of occasion that surrounds it: the welcome at the door, the flow of service, the anticipation that builds as a table settles in. As general manager, he oversees the experience from the guest’s point of view, helping ensure that the restaurant’s Spanish focus feels cohesive and lived-in rather than merely announced.