This is where you eat well on the Costa Tropical

From beach bar to tapas bar, these are the favorite spots of locals, vacationers and nomads in Nerja, Almuñécar and all around.
Byoko
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Byoko Strachan
Málaga - Calle Strachan, between cathedral and port
french
brunchit spain malaga 1
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restaurants
Brunchit - Carretería
Málaga - Calle Carretería, near Tribuna de los Pobres
international
Mala leche 1
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restaurants
Mala leche
Málaga (Soho district, near Alameda Principal)
international, european
Restaurante jose malaga
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Restaurante José
Málaga (just outside the city center)
spanish, argentine
La nina bonita mexicana
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restaurants
Niña Bonita Cantina
Málaga (Soho)
mexican
Dynamit in Malaga
restaurants
restaurants
Restaurante Dynamit
Málaga (Centro Histórico, near Plaza de la Merced)
international, european
Las golondrinas malaga
restaurants
restaurants
Las Golondrinas
Málaga (Ciudad Jardín)
spanish, mediterranean
Mesón Mariano
restaurants
restaurants
Mesón Mariano
Málaga
spanish, mediterranean
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restaurants
restaurants
Bar Nerva
Málaga
spanish, mediterranean
Restaurante y Tapas Las Niñas Del Soho
restaurants
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Restaurante y Tapas Las Niñas Del Soho
Málaga
spanish, mediterranean, european
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La Terraza de la Alcazaba
Málaga
international, Mediterranean
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Bar La Terraza de Valeria
Málaga
international, Mediterranean
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San Juan Terrace
Málaga
international, Mediterranean
cafe javier torrox
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Cafetería Javi
Torrox
spanish, european
Cafe luciano la herradura
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restaurants
Café Luciano
La Herradura
international, Mediterranean
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Frequently asked questions about area restaurants

Absolutely! The Costa Tropical and Nerja are known for their authentic Spanish cuisine, with dishes such as paella, gazpacho, and fresh seafood.
Be sure to try espetos (grilled sardines), avocado with shrimp from the region, and fresh fish dishes such as dorado or sea bass.
Most restaurants open for lunch from 1 pm to 4 pm and for dinner from 8 pm to 11 pm. However, check specific times, especially off-season.
It's best to stop by a day in advance or call in time to reserve a table. If you call, you can use this example: *"Hola, buenos días/tardes. Me gustaría reservar una mesa, por favor. ¿Tienen disponibilidad para [número de personas] personas el [día y hora]? "* This way you are clear and polite, and you increase your chances of getting a spot!
A meal ranges from €10-€15 in a tapas bar to €25-€50 in more upscale restaurants with a view.
Tipping is not mandatory, but a tip of 5-10% is appreciated, especially for good service.
Not all restaurants on the Costa Tropical and in Nerja are open year-round. Some restaurants close during the off-season (often in winter) or have modified opening hours. Therefore, it is always a good idea to check in advance if the restaurant is open. The best way to do this is to check their Facebook page. Many restaurants share updates about their opening hours and any closures here. In addition, there are often local Facebook groups where you can ask questions. Here locals respond quickly and you often get valuable tips on which restaurants are currently open. This way you avoid surprises and are always well prepared!

The best restaurants on the Costa Tropical

From beachfront tapas to fine dining among the mountains - in Nerja, La Herradura, Almuñécar and Frigiliana, you're in the right place. Think: fresh fish from the grill, tropical fruit just off the tree, and wines that sound like a good idea. In this corner of southern Spain you can taste what sunshine does to food. Sometimes simple, sometimes surprisingly refined - but always with views and atmosphere. So slide in, share some plates and be surprised by the flavors of the Costa Tropical.

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