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- Mesón Ibérico. Restaurant, Spanish, $$$ Since it opened in Soho in 1998, Mesón Ibérico has become one of the city’s most popular tapas joints.
- Vino Mío. Restaurant, Fusion, Mediterranean, $$$ Flagship mains at Vino Mío – a creative eatery in the Merced barrio – are the South African crocodile medallions and Australian kangaroo steaks.
- El Pimpi. Bar, Restaurant, Wine Bar, Bodega, Spanish, Tapas, $$$ © Hemis / Alamy Stock Photo. El Pimpi is known as much for its maze-like interior as for its quality Spanish/Mediterranean cuisine.
- Citron. Restaurant, Spanish, $$$ Boasting a prime spot on Plaza de la Merced, practically next door to the house in which Picasso was born in 1881, Citron’s menu takes inspiration from all over the world.
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Jose Carlos Garcia
One of fourteen Michelin-starredrestaurants in Malaga is at the port, just next to the lighthouse at Muelle Uno. It’s the culinary base of Jose Carlos Garcia who is one of the most famous names in food in the city. The chef himself will be in the kitchen while you dine in this pleasant, spacious dining room which extends onto the terrace outside when the sun shines. The dining room is one of our favourites in the city: its hard-edged industrial chic is offset by a comfy softness – think a sha...
Kaleja
Kaleja has been on the fine dining scene in Malaga since 2019 and finally in 2022 it won a Michelin star. Head Chef Dani Carnero also headed up the kitchens in La Cosmopolita and the newer La Cosmo restaurants. He believes in bringing traditional Spanish flavours to life with a nod to cuisine from the villages, serving it with his own flair and winning him awards left, right and centre. The dining room is minimalist, pared back with no fuss and a serene simplicity. There are two tasting menus...
Óleo Restaurante
All that talented creativity going on at the Contemporary Art Centre (CAC) next door flows right on through to the menu at Óleo Restaurante where taste buds go into overtime. A sleek, but informal venue with a great riverside terrace – an oh-so-perfect spot for a sundowner G&T – this restaurant never fails to provide a great dining experience. At the helm is Sergio del Rio whose culinary creations combine Mediterranean dishes with a touch of nouvelle cuisine, but not so much that you don’t re...
Restaurante La Deriva
On a corner in Soho, just before you reach the river, is the stylish La Deriva. Ticking all the boxes for a relaxed vibe, good service and good food – and within easy strolling distance from Calle Larios – it’s ideal for a refuelling stop after a morning’s shopping with friends. The food is excellent overall, but there are standout dishes like the mouth-wateringly tender grilled octopus, oysters and saffron risotto served with jamón and sundried tomatoes. Other things not to miss include a su...
La Cosmo
Owner, chef and resident Malagueño Daniel Carnero is having a bit of a moment. His three restaurants in Malaga all offer a different take on Spanish cuisine: of his other restaurants, La Cosmopolita is the most casual, and Restaurante Kaleja is fine dining. Cosmos on Calle Cister is a stone’s throw away from the Cathedral, a stark white dining room with lots of natural light and an open kitchen for those lucky enough to get bar seating. The razor clams are out of this world – they’re a must-t...
MATIZ
If you want to try traditional Andalusian dishes with a modern twist – then Matiz is your spot. Located a two-minute walk from Calle Larios (manageable even when laden with shopping bags!) this sleek and stylish restaurant describes its menu as “innovative, without losing sight of tradition” and that pretty much sums it up. Using local, seasonal ingredients, classic dishes are re-interpreted with distinctive contemporary slant. Crowd pleasers such as gazpacho, for example, are modernised with...
As for family-focused, child-friendly eateries in Malaga there… really aren’t any. However, the southern Spanish are very accommodating when it comes to children, so smaller plates for smaller people will be produced if requested.
Alexso
Slightly off the beaten track but still just a few steps from the centre, Alexso has quickly established a name for itself on the Malaga foodie scene. The venue comes small on space but huge on taste, with Chef José Antonio Moyano taking local recipes, giving them a whole new look and then throwing in some surprises for good measure. So that invisible fried egg really does taste like the real thing. And who’d have thought of putting Malaga salchichón (cold sausage) into an éclair? But it work...
Blossom
Sitting on Calle Strachan, Blossom keeps good company. This street traditionally was the only place to dine for well-to-do Malagueños. The menu is seasonal and can be taken as a set menu or ordered as individual dishes. The dining room and service sit neatly in the casual fine dining scene that the city does so well. On an evening we love approaching the menu tapas-style by ordering all the starters and sharing them for a flavour sensation. Address: Calle Strachan, 11, Loc 2, 29015 Málaga, Te...
Dynamit
Located just off bustling Plaza Merced, cosy Nordic bistro Dynamit opened its doors in 2020. Headed up by Swedish head chef Dilan Leijon, the restaurant’s goal was to introduce Nordic cuisine in a city with a growing Scandinavian contingent. The success of this stylish modern eatery lies in a dynamic menu that changes almost weekly, which although heavy on the Nordic influences, also makes excellent use of fresh local products. The main courses are the perfect size for sharing, giving groups...
Colmado 93
For a traditional tapas bar you can’t go far wrong with Colmado 93. Small but perfectly formed you grab a barrel, order a vermut, a selection of tapas from the special board and take in the atmosphere. It’s loud, busy, people spill out onto the street and there’s not enough room to take your jacket off (thankfully you’re in Malaga and a jacket is rarely needed) – it’s great! The food it traditional fair – cold cuts, croquetas, ceviche, albondigas but only the best quality. This is what is nei...
LA TRANCA
Modelled on the traditional Spanish tascas – meaning “tavern” or “bar”- La Tranca is somewhat of a Malaga institution. Also located on the bustling Calle Carreteria just outside the historic centre, this cosy bar oozes Andalucian charm and is a great place to drop by at any time of day: whether it be for a quick lunchtime biteor an evening tapa washed down with an ice cold beer. It’s not possible to reserve a table here, so it’s very much a “show up and try your luck” vibe. As with neighbouri...
MIMO Vegan Bistro
This vegan restaurant in Soho, Malaga has a real family run feel. As much as possible the produce is from Malaga province and seasonal. The dining room is small and there’s no terrace but it has a real neighbourhood vibe and the food packs a tasty punch. Super creative dishes served up with flair and finesse. Address: C/ Vendeja, 29, 29001 Málaga. Telephone: +34 648489705
Vegetariano El Calafate
Always full to bursting, El Calafate is the best vegetarian restaurant in Malaga. They have a €9.50 set lunchtime menu which changes daily (it’s slightly more expensive on the weekends). It offers the usual things you’d expect from any self-respecting veggie restaurant with thick soups, curries, stir-fries, Moroccan-inspired dishes and one or two vegan options. The candlelit dining room can accommodate a largish group (of up to around 14 people) but you have to book it in advance. Address: Ca...
sala
Twenty years ago, a restaurant like Sala wouldn’t have formed part of Malaga’s culinary scene so we’re thrilled to see it regularly appearing on “where to eat in Malaga” lists – and not just those aimed at vegetarians! Owner and chef Manuel designed the restaurant’s menu based on his favourite food: which happens to be beautifully styled vegan and vegetarian dishes on an ever-changing weekly menu. The dining room is small and intimate with a clean, modern aesthetic and a prime view of the ope...
Refectorium Catedral
Ordinarily we would never recommend eating in the same square – or even the same vicinity – of a city’s cathedral. However, the Refectorium is a rare exception to the rule. There’s great service (some of the best in the city) in this busy, modern, light and airy restaurant, while the food is a mix of time-honoured classics cooked to perfection and the sort of wonderfully simple, let-the-produce-speak-for-itself dishes that are what Spanish cooking is all about. Everyone raves about its Russia...
La Antxoeta
You could never call chef Pablo Ramon Caballero Larios’ dining room a restful place; rather it’s brilliantly bustling and busy. The restaurant can be found in Soho just before the port. It’s Malaga city proper, and it harks back to an older, slightly less polished Malaga where there was always something a little hectic and chaotic going on. The menu is short – but more than sufficient – and the wine list is likely to please most tastes. The chef himself is in the open kitchen, creating playfu...
Restaurante Montana
Housed within a small palace to the far north of the old town, Restaurante Montana is definitely something of a looker. Opening out from a plant-filled central courtyard, the grand 19th-century premises dovetail beautifully with stylish, modern interiors, and the lighting inside and out is just right. It’s far from a case of style over content, though, as it offers fine dining without the foodie fashion whims. We love to sit in the sunny courtyard and order a plate of melt-in-the-mouth Jamón...
Bodega El Pimpi
This place has seemingly been around since time began. What started as a traditional tapas bar where everyone from the ages of 19 to 90 went to have Jamon Serrano washed down with Malaga wine (made from sweet Moscatel grapes – don’t knock it until you’ve tried it) is now a Malaga institution and must-visit. The setting is outstanding and typically southern Spanish: inside, it’s all tinkling fountains, tumbling plants, huge wine barrels from floor to ceiling and photos of famous people who had...
Bib Gourmand: good quality, good value cooking. If you’re looking for a modern and informal restaurant which also boasts a central location in the city, then look no further than La Cosmo, situated just a few steps behind the cathedral.
- Císter 11, Malaga, 29015, Andalusia
- Yes
- 630 91 73 96
- Andalusian
The fine dining scene in the city is extraordinary, with a Michelin Star restaurant and plenty that can’t be far from that coveted list. If you’re looking for somewhere to splash the cash in Málaga, you can’t go wrong with these marvellous spots.
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