Eat & Drink
The best restaurants, tapas bars, and places to eat and drink in Málaga. Local recommendations and honest reviews.

Weekend Escape: The Medieval Village Winning Over Foodies
Escape the coastal crowds and discover an inland medieval village near Málaga that perfectly blends walkable historical castles with generous, authentic Andalusian gastronomy.…

Historic Confitería Aparicio Closes Downtown Store
The closure of Confitería Aparicio’s downtown branch marks another shift in Málaga’s historic center. We look at what the loss of traditional shops means for the city’s evolving id…

Teatinos Crowned as Málaga’s New Tapas Epicenter
Move over, Historic Center. Food critics and Michelin-starred chefs agree: Teatinos is no longer just a student hub—it’s Málaga’s unbeatable neighborhood for authentic tapas and sh…

Sabor a Málaga: Best Local Wines at Gran Hotel Miramar
Move over, Rioja. Discover the rich, award-winning wines of D.O. Málaga and Sierras de Málaga, celebrated by top local bodegas at the iconic Gran Hotel Miramar.…

El Cateto: Malaga’s Seafood Temple in Ciudad Jardín
Escape the tourist traps of the city center and discover El Cateto, an authentic local seafood institution in Ciudad Jardín recently praised by national critics.…

Gerard Piqué Leaves His Mark at ‘El Pimpi
Former Barça star Gerard Piqué added his signature to the famous barrels at El Pimpi, proving the historic bodega remains Málaga’s ultimate celebrity hotspot.…

Science Lab for Camperos and Weekend Culture Fix
Discover Málaga’s newest culinary concept—a ‘science lab’ where you design your own campero sandwich—and round out your late April 2026 weekend with Red Friday at La Térmica and lo…

Malaga Tapas: Finding Authentic Eats Over Tourist Traps
Malaga’s culinary scene is booming, but finding authentic tapas among the tourist traps can be tricky. Learn how to eat like a true Malagueño with practical tips, neighborhood guid…

Málaga Crowned European Capital of Gastronomic Culture
Málaga is officially the European Capital of Gastronomic Culture for 2026/2027. Here is a look at the city’s Michelin-starred rise, the flip side of culinary gentrification, and ho…

Málaga: European Capital of Gastronomic Culture 2026/2027
Málaga has officially been named the European Capital of Gastronomic Culture for 2026/2027. Here is what this means for the city’s booming Michelin-starred food scene and your next…

Gibraltar’s Calentita Food Festival Expands to Two Days
Looking for a unique weekend escape from Málaga? Gibraltar’s famous ‘Calentita’ multicultural food festival is expanding to a two-day event for its 2026 edition. Here is everything…

The €3.50 Tiramisu Everyone is Talking About in Málaga
Discover the budget-friendly €3.50 tiramisu that has Málaga’s digital nomads and locals buzzing. A practical look at one of the city’s best affordable sweet treats.…