CORTIJA HNOS ALBA
This restaurant has very mixed reviews with my
clients. Some love it and some hate it, a little bit
like marmite. El Cortijo is a typical Spanish
restaurant that specialises in fresh sea food. The
sea food platter is supposed to be a main course but
it is great shared as a starter. As in most good
Spanish restaurants you can go to the display
cabinet and choose you own fresh fish and decide how
you would prefer it to be cooked.
One of the specialities is Fish baked in salt, you
can choose between fresh Dorada, Sea bream, Sea Bass
and any others they may have on the day. I would go
there to eat fish, although they do offer a good
selection of meat dishes for those that prefer meat.
They do a good fillet steak and a huge leg of lamb,
although I have never tried the meat. Whilst mainly
a fish restaurant the meat is said to be just as
good, Ttry finishing.
Located 100 metres from Casa Navarra on the
Fuengirola to Mijas Pueblo road.
For reservations Tel: 952 474 167 |
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MIJAS PLAYER – LA CALA DE MIJAS * * * * *
Superb Restaurant set opposite the beach in La Cala
de Mijas . This restaurant prides itself on excellent
food and service. This wonderful restaurant benefits
from having live entertainment most nights to a very
high standard. The menu is extensive with many
regional specialities plus a wine list to suit
everybody. This is ideal for that special night
out. Booking is highly recommended and the table is
generally reserved for the night, as dancing follows
the entertainment.
This is really an adults venue and it is reasonably
expensive but the service and ambience make it all
work while. Children are welcome, but it really is
not for the young ones. Save this restaurant for a
special occasion, birthday or last night you are
guaranteed to enjoy yourself and be very spoilt.
Directions:- From La Cala head towards exit A7 Malaga, but turn to
right before taking the exit road and follow
seafront round. Mijas is on right just as the road
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VAL PARAISO * * * *
This restaurant is a top quality restaurant and the
Menu is fantastic! There is dancing after dinner and
the restaurant has a range of entertainment from
opera singers to Spanish dancers who sing and dance
during dinner. Thursday night is Flamenco night and
probably the best night to take children. This is quite a dressy restaurant, so
you would need to dress appropriately.
The setting is beautiful and the service is probably
the best you will get in this part of the Costa del
sol. Children are welcome, but I would not recommend
the restaurant for the very young as it is a long
night. Val Paraiso is a must if you haven't tried it
before as it is totally in a class of it's own.
Directions:- Situated on the Mijas road, for
reservations 952 485996 |
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KU'DAMM – King of the Fuengirola Port. * * * *
This restaurant never fails to amaze me, it is the
largest restaurant in Fuengirola Port. Most other
restaurants are a quarter of the size and cannot
fill 20% of their seats. This restaurant is full to
the brim every lunchtime and evening! How do they do
it? The answer is simple - good wholesome food at
reasonable prices. The service is excellent, you
will never have to wait for a drink, you are served
immediately.The Ku'damm is German owned and offes a
good atmosphere and very original menu, try the
hanging meat kebab with traditional German potatoes
followed by one of their top quality desserts.
Located front line opposite Pier 3 in Fuengirola
Port, the setting is beautiful day or night. |
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El CAPRICHO – MIJAS VILLAGE
The El Caprico is one the oldest Spanish restaurants
in the beautiful village of Mijas and is located in
Calle Los Canos in the centre of Mijas. This
restaurant comes highly recommended and offers a
varied menu.
The menu is traditionally Spanish, offering anything
from Pil Pil, Selection of Steaks and even Paella
for one. The waiters are extremely friendly and
nothing is too much trouble. All of the food is
freshly prepared, so you know you are getting the
best they can offer.
One of the good sides to this restaurant is that you
can eat here anytime of the year, it has an amazing
terrace with views across the square plus an amazing
snug and cosy indoor dining area.
To reserve a table telephone: 952 485 111 Closed on
Wednesdays |
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CASA ROBERTO – Calle Espana
This restaurant has the most amazing food. It is
truly unique they must have 1000’s of different Golf
Clubs hanging from the ceilings and is in the
Guinness book of records. Many of our friends and
family have eaten here and it comes highly
recommended every time. The location is in the side
street just along from Constitution Square and is
very easy to find. The selections of wine are very
good as is the unique menu.
It is recommended that you book as in season there
is never a spare seat.
Closed on Sundays.
Directions:- Situated just of Constitution Square in the same
road as the Post office.
952 465 809 |
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EL GRECO – GREEK CUISINE
This is another of our favourites, mainly because we
love Greek food. It’s a lovely restaurant for
sharing dishes and the Mesa is great value. If you
like the concept of Greek food then this restaurant
is a must! The restaurant situated in the upper part
Benalmadena Port overlooking the Island and boats.
This is good quality food at reasonable prices.
They specialise in Mousakka, Cleftico, Stefano,
Stuffed vine leaves and all the usual Greek dishes.
The terrace makes a nice setting in the Summer.
Meals are on average 30 euros a head including Wine.
Star rating: ****
Directions: Head for BenalMadena Port. The
Restaurant is situated at the upper water front
area. Telephone: 952 567 287 |
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BEACH CLUB LA FAMILIA
I was told about this by Nicci Thomas and her family
from Wales.
They thought the restaurant was amazing, so we had
to try it for ourselves. The food certainly was
excellent, the staff very attentive and the beach
was amazingly clean and well groomed.
The international kitchen caters for every taste
ranging from the traditional paella through to oven
roast dishes and fish specialities. Items like
lobster or suckling pig have to be pre-ordered at
least one day in advance, but lamb cutlets and rack
of lamb, although not on the menu, will be available
most days and there is always a special "dish of the
day", you have everything you need at Beachclub La
Familia.... Eladio Barriocanal and his team make you
feel welcome and really strive to see to your every
wish.
Telephone: 687 893 608 for reservations. Directions:
A7 take Torrenueva exit at bottom turn left going
under A7 head for beach. At beach turn right drive
through small river past 1st restaurant El Bombos
until you reach La Familia |
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BELLINI'S RISTORANTE ITALIANO
Bellini’s is traditionally Italian, the menu offers
a good selection. Try the Bruschetta, Seafood
Spaghetti, or one of the many specialities of the
house.
The restaurant is ideal, a little on the expensive
side but the setting is wonderful and makes up for
that. I would not recommend this restaurant for
children although they are welcome. We discovered
this restaurant when a friend of ours Ken went there
to work. After much persuasion we gave it a try, and
to be honest the food was excellent.
I have never understood why I go to Italian
restaurants because, I never eat the Pasta. I always
have the rack of lamb in balsamic vinegar with
rosemary and garlic or the mushroom risotto which
are always excellent.
Bellini's is situated on the Mijas road at Km 4.2 on
the way to the pueblo. For bookings telephone: 952
590 727 |
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AROMA – QUALITY BISTRO * * *
This restaurant is situated in the Famous Fish Ally
area of Fuengirola. It’s is in a beautiful setting and
the food is excellent. Owned by a Scottish couple,
we were introduce to this by Gerry and Lynne from
Virginia, it is still one of their favourites when
they come every year. The food is served to
perfection with every little detail taken into
account, whether you eat inside or Al Fresco the
atmosphere is divine.
A
little bit commercialised during the summer months
because of the location, but the prices are middle
range on this page. Excellent Service and attention
throughout. Portions can be a little small side. (Not a restaurant for children)
Directions:- Head for Constitution Square
and Park in the car park, exit the square to the
left with the church behind you. Take the road to
the left that heads towards the seafront. Take the
second turning of the left and the restaurant in on
the left. Tel: 952 66 55 02 |
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BISTRO VEGETALIA
If you are a veggie then this restaurant is a must
for a good night out. Situated in the Los Boliches
area of Fuengirola this Vegetarian Restaurant is
very unique in many ways. To start with the prices
are very reasonable and the staff are very friendly
and happy to help and explain the dishes (which
include vegan and lactose free), but to shock those
meat eaters the food is very tasty and enjoyable.
This is not just basic vegetarian food at its worst!
The menu offers a selection of very exciting and
interesting tasty dishes. It comes highly
recommended and the freshly squeezed juices are to
die for. Closed on Sundays & Mondays. Calle
Sta.Isabel 8 , Los Boliches, Fuengirola.
For reservations telephone: 952 586 031 |
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CASTILLO DE MONDA
Castillo de Monda is located in this Majestic 15th
century Moorish Castle located in the white washed
village of Monda which makes a fantastic setting.
Just a 10 minute drive from Coin and only ½ hour
from Mijas. The views on the way are fantastic and
it is well worth the effort once you get there.
The prices are quite expensive around 50 – 60 Euros
per head including Wine. This is recommended for
that special occasion or Sunday lunch when the
Castillo de Monda is a must to visit.
For reservations tel. 952 45 71 42 |
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CLUB MARITIMO MARBELLA
Ideal for lunch or dinner, this restaurant is a
must! Located right in the Marina, the main CIub
Nautico. The views from the balcony across the
marina and boats is wonderful.
They offer an excellent menu too! Feel free to eat a
light meal of tapas on the terrace, they do
everything from Calamares to fresh fish.
From the outside it looks rather stuffy and
expensive, but it really isn’t. Give it a try!
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ALCAZABA IN MIJAS VILLAGE
This restaurant offers an extensive ala carte menu
plus a good menu del dia, which is excellent value
for money. The menu del dia is normally offered at
lunch times, but it can be had on request during the
evening.
The restaurant is decorated and designed in a
typical Moorish design, and if you are eating al
fresco, the views from the terrace to the coast are
truly breath taking.
If you choose the menu del dia you will enjoy a
three course meal for around 18 euros per head which
is good value for money, considering the quality of
the food you are served.
For reservations telephone: 952 590 253 |
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BAR ANTONIO
A terrific bar/restaurant located in Avenida de
Mijas, Fuengirola (just round the corner from the
Euromarket) ... the favourite bar in town of many of
the locals ... They do the most amazing sandwiches (Bocadillos),
try the Jamon Pata (york ham on the bone) served
with local tomato paste and cheese or try one of the
many of Serrano Jamons (Local Spanish Hams).
The restaurant opens just for lunch and is packed
every day with local workmen & business people try
the menu del dia or the leg of lamb which is really
good and not to be missed ... the house Rioja goes
down well !
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EL MIRLO BLANCO
This restaurant specialises in authentic cuisine
from the Northern Spain regions. The restaurant has
the benefit of a truly typical Spanish terrace with
shade offered from the grape vines. A fantastic
location for dining al fresco during the summer
months, the terrace over looks the Plaza de la
Constitution in Mijas.
During the winter month’s you can smell the burning
of olive wood in the cosy indoor restaurant….. when
ever you decide to visit you will have an amazing
meal to remember. The menu has many things to chose
from but the Leg of Lamb comes highly recommended
followed by a home made soufflé.
Booking is recommended, especially during the summer
season, like most restaurants there is always a
table available during the winter months.
Telephone: 952 485 700 |
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