Málaga
Located in an intimate traffic-free square, one of Málaga's great breakfast spots offers muesli, fruit juice, coffee, homemade yogurt and fresh-baked…
Must-see restaurants in Costa del Sol
Fuengirola
In business since 1959, when Fuengirola inhabited a different universe (both politically and economically), La Cepa is a chiringuito near the harbour…
Málaga
An understated sense of style pervades this casual resto with stool and couch seating and a canopy of wine glasses dangling above the bar. The French chef…
Nerja
The owner and chef are from Laos, so the dishes here are a subtle combination of Thai and Lao cuisines. As well as curries, stir-fries and soups, there's…
Marbella
Estrecho (narrow) perfectly describes the tiny back alley that conceals this great little tapas bar, in business since 1954. Traditional tapas are the big…
Costa del Sol
Great for a glass of wine and a tapa or three, the 'Thyme and Lemon' is one of the better options in Mijas' array of mainly tourist-oriented eating stops…
Málaga
Despite its location next to the ancient Roman amphitheatre, Garum specialises in refreshing new-age food, dousing Málaga's signature seafood in some rich…
Costa del Sol
The business dates back to the 1950s, but the fish is fresh daily at La Carihuela’s most famous seafood restaurant, attracting shoals of malagueños on…
Costa del Sol
The house dates to 1872, but the real charmer here is the secret garden out the back: a divine dining space under mature orange, fig and olive trees with…
Málaga
Come to snug P&P just to watch the hard-working wait staff run athletically around the tables like skilled prizefighters. It’s almost balletic. Adding to…
Málaga
Come here for your morning tomato on toast, best enjoyed alfresco so that you can admire Málaga's main pedestrianised square as it shrugs off the previous…
Estepona
This place may be right in the historic centre, but there's nothing old-fashioned about the creative tapas and pintxos (Basque tapas). Expect satisfying…
Málaga
With its purposefully aged wood, mismatched furniture, and high-ceilinged interior, hip Noviembre offers excellent breakfast choices made with organic…
Málaga
Squeezed into a corner in a tangle of narrow pedestrian streets, this austere-looking vegetarian restaurant has a menu that encompasses veggie favourites…
Málaga
The delicate range of 'street tapas' with various international influences are as well executed as the whimsical murals at this candlelit cocoon on the…
Fuengirola
This breezy restaurant is popular with the health conscious for its menu of homemade soups, salads and wraps (including curried chicken and Greek salad),…
Marbella
A tiny Michelin-starred restaurant with small portions of unconventional dishes (lobster and strawberries, carrot ice cream) aimed at foodies. The tasting…
Fuengirola
This clean, enclosed food court with communal seating has a selection of stalls selling tapas, coffee, pastries and specialist snacks. Great for budget…
Costa del Sol
A stone's throw from Mijas' central plaza, Alboka's fusion-themed menu encompasses creatively enhanced Spanish classics (Galician octopus with mango and…
Estepona
Half restaurant, half tapas bar, La Cocina serves delectable renditions of Spanish classics like pulpo a al gallega (Galcian-style octopus) and gambas pil…
Nerja
On a busy corner in the heart of the pedestrian zone, Pápalo is the newest venture of one of Nerja's long-standing star chefs. Artistic presentation and…
Marbella
Tucked into a pretty old town square, this friendly newcomer wins accolades for its reasonably priced homemade tapas (six for €10), including vegan,…
Málaga
Old-fashioned pastry shop and cafe on pedestrianised Calle Marqués de Larios with bow-tied waiters serving elderly women with mucho hairspray. As Málaga’s…
Málaga
Longstanding restaurant offering a menu of solidly traditional Andalucian cuisine with an emphasis on meat dishes; the oxtail is a speciality. The…
Málaga
Named for a local flamenco singer, this tiled bar and restaurant is famed for its pescaitos fritos (fried fish) and typical local tapas, including wedges…
Costa del Sol
Glide up in the lift and step out onto the terrace for a panoramic view of the coast. Superb wines are available by the glass, and the menu includes light…
