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BODEGA
EL PIMPI
Choose from the fine wines of Andalusia, Rioja,
Ribera del Duero and Albariño accompanied
by delicious homemade tapas like Spanish-style
potato salad, octopus in a tomato-based sauce,
potato croquettes and spicy pork sausages.
There's a wide range of other savoury dishes
on offer including platters of cold meats,
Spanish omelette and spinach with peppers.
The interior is decorated like a traditional
Andalusian house with the addition of wine
barrels and pots of geraniums in the windows.
Look on the walls to see photos of all the
famous celebrities who have been here and
you'll also find the barrels have been signed
by well-known flamenco performers. It's a
two-storey venue where the owners organize
regular painting and sculpture exhibitions
and conferences.
Granada Street.
Open Hours: 1pm-2.30am daily
Phone: +34 95 2228990 |
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CAFÉ
CENTRAL
As its name suggests, it has a central location
by Plaza de la Constitución and it has been
here for over 100 years. A mosaic on the wall
inside describes how to order a coffee properly
in Malaga using all the specialist terms:
"milky", "strong and black", "just a touch
of milk" etc. It even shows you how much coffee
is put in each type. Simply ordering coffee
is not always as easy as it looks. The traditional
old-fashioned atmosphere and decor have been
preserved along with a special display counter
full of cakes, a delicatessen and a lottery
stand. It's open all day and has tables on
the pavement if you want to enjoy the good
weather or watch the hustle and bustle of
city life.
Plaza de la Constitucion.
Open Hours: 7am-midnight daily
Phone: +34 95 2224973 |
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LA
POSADA DE ANTONIO
This restaurant,whuch is owned by the famous
actor from Málaga, Antonio Banderas,
is one of the best restaurants for dinner
or for "tapas". The prices are very reasonable,
and even though the restaurant is large, it's
always full with a good mix of people. The
wood decor stands out, and it has two entrances
on the same street, two floors and two bars,
too. The fried eggplant and the grilled meat
are truly excellent. Another good choice is
the red pepper salad, which usually comes
with fried "pescaito" (small fish). They make
some original salads, and they have a good
selection of pates, quality ham, chorizo and
cheese. Try one of the wines on the ample
list or have some draught beer.
Granada Street,33
Phone: +34 95 2217069 |
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LA
CAMPANA
One of only two branches left in the city,
this authentic old tavern is so popular it's
sure to last another 110 years. The atmosphere
is real. You're served by serious waiters
with a piece of chalk tucked behind their
ear who use it to write your bill on the ancient
wooden bar, and you're surrounded by serious
drinkers like journalists and others from
the world of the communications industry.
You can order the best moscatel in the province
straight from the barrel or a fine Rioja or
cool beer. You'll be served tiny tapas of
fried fish, mussels, octopus salad or sea
urchins. It's often so busy you have to stand
outside in the street with your drinks.
Granada Street.
Open Hours: 10am-1am daily
Phone: +34 95 2228975 |
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CAFÉ
MADRID
Cafe Madrid is a Málaga tradition. It dates
back to 1892 and the walls are adorned with
huge photographs of old Málaga. Located in
the heart of Málaga, about 100 metres from
the Plaza de la Constitución, this is one
of the few cafes in Málaga that serves Madrid-style
churros. The cafe is a great vantage point
during Semana Santa celebrations, as all the
religious floats pass by the huge windows.
The proximity to the Teatro Cervantes means
it has become a popular meeting point for
artists and politicans.
Open Hours: 7:30am-10pm daily
Phone: +34 95 2222102 |
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LAS
GARRAFAS
A classic of the old town. With more than
50 years of history this place is as successful
today as it was when it first started. A long
wooden bar and tables full of memories engraved
in with keys in their two rooms - the outside
and the indoor. This is traditionally a bodega
and is full of barrels of different wines,
especially sweet wines from the area. The
best tapas are the salads - they have a long
list of them - russian potato, seafood, octopus,
marine, Malaga red pepper...this is a place
for many foreigners who enjoy the typical
things. Very attractive.
Mendez Nuñez Street.
Open Hours: midday-4pm & 8pm-3.30am Tues-Sun
Phone: +34 95 2223589 |
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ANTIGUA
CASA DEL GUARDIA
This old place with an unrivalled reputation
has been going for more than a century. In
the middle of Alameda Principal, it is still
full of customers - old and new -. The wines
in barrels (and bulk) are certainly the best
option. Not only can you try the different
wines but you can also take a bottle home
to share with the family or friends. As far
as the food goes, some seafood tapas or "pescaito
frito" (little fried fish, famous in Malaga)
should help you enjoy washing down the vino.
Alameda principal Street.
Open Hours: 10am-1.30am daily
Phone: +34 95 2214680 |
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SAL
GORDA
may be interesting to know that this fantastic
establishment belongs to Javier Conde's (a
famous bullfighter) family. Its walls are
decorated with objects related to bullfighting,
photographs, publicity posters and other memorabilia
belonging to this matador. Their food is excellent
and prices are affordable. They regularly
organize gastronomic events. We recommend
their oysters, which are the specialty of
the house. Moreover, they offer all kinds
of tapas and pescaíto frito (small, whole
fried fish). They give customers a glass of
vermouth for free. Young people always figure
amongst their regular customers.
Open Hours: 1-5.30pm & 8.30pm-2.30am Tue-Sun
Phone: +34 95 2600112 |
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LA
CEPA
This restaurant specialises in cod: al pil-pil,
a la riojana (with red pepper), fried, oven-cooked,
in salsa verde (garlic and parsley sauce),
in salads, a la malagueña, as croquettes.
Cod is the be-all and end-all of this establishment
that serves tapas, portions and half portions.
You can sit at the bar or at a table and look
forward to a good hearty meal. They have very
good wines, especially sweet wines and Moscatel
de Málaga. Their desserts are home-made with
fruits and ice-cream.
Open Hours: 12.30pm-5pm & 8pm-12.30am Tue-Sun
Phone: +34 95 2214089 |
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CAFETERÍA
LEPANTO
This cafe is located on one of the busiest
streets in the city and has a reputation for
excellence. The business started off in Marbella
and soon moved to Malaga as well and it's
been looking after locals with a sweet tooth
for over 25 years. The interior is exquisitely
decorated and serves delicious homemade cakes
and pastries. One unusual speciality is the
edible "photocake" that carries the image
you request on the top. Or, you could simply
opt for the traditional breakfasts and afternoon
teas. There is a small salon inside and tables
out on calle Larios.
Larios Street.
Open Hours: 8.30am-10pm daily
Phone: +34 95 2226221 |
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O´NEILLS
Located in the heart of Malaga's nightlife
scene, since it's opening this establishment
has become the place to be for those who like
to enjoy the night. One of the first Irish
bars Malaga, it is the perfect place for starting
out on your nightly rounds in the capital
of the Sun Coast. The clientele is made up
of a hetergenous group, in which you can find
from high school students to executives, all
of whom share an interest in good Celtic music
and in the best domestic and imported beers.
Luis de Velázquez Street,3.
Open Hours: 8pm-3am daily
Phone: +34 95 2221351 |
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A LOT MORE OF BARS, DISCOS AND RESTAURANTS
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