The beach bars and terraces that set the summer pace near the beaches of Málaga

In Málaga, summer usually arrives at least a month before the calendar says. By May, it already feels like time for sun, beach, and sea, or being near them, which is what the beach bars and terraces of the province offer, along with a cold drink and some good food, from espetos to seafood, including rice dishes or anything else that highlights Mediterranean cuisine. We review the beach bars and terraces in Málaga that have a Repsol Sun, a guarantee of quality, good food, and enjoyment during the summer months.

Ayo

• Location: Paseo Burriana, 15, 29780 Nerja, Málaga

"'Ayo' is pure Verano Azul, fish on the most popular beach in Nerja and endless rice. Simplicity, humility, and homemade food for a place with charm".

El Saladero

• Location: C. Real, 29751 Caleta de Vélez, Málaga

"The best beach bar in Málaga, its charm makes it beautiful: with paper tablecloth in a small house on the sand and good grilled fish".

La Plata Casa Matilde

• Location: Calle Ctra. Málaga, Km 263, 29790 Benajarafe, Málaga

"A beachfront spot suitable for anyone, whether you prefer a Malaga-style gazpachuelo or opt for a great salt-baked fish from the market. Watch out for the specials".

Berebere

• Location: Paseo Marítimo de Pte., s/n, 29740 Torre del Mar, Málaga

"It's a cool place, where everything you eat is tasty, they treat you phenomenally, and it runs like clockwork," highlights Benito Gómez, who admits he's not much for going out in Ronda, but when he does, he usually visits 'Berebere' in Torre del Mar".

La Mar Bonita

• Location: C. Nerja, 29620 Torremolinos, Málaga

"One of the best espeto chefs in Málaga, Miguel León, runs this establishment on the sand of the legendary beach that enchanted Brigitte Bardot, La Carihuela".

El Sardiná

• Location: P.º de Maritimo Torremolinos, S/N, 29620 Torremolinos, Málaga

"Fresh sardine espetos in a family business on the Torremolinos seafront. Right above the beach, with very good service and open all year round".

El Tintero II

• Location: Av. Salvador Allende, 340, 29017 Málaga

"'And I'm getting paid'. Hard to find such a characteristic chant along the entire Costa del Sol. From the beach of 'el deo', in El Palo, uniqueness made gastronomy".

Miguelito el cariñoso

• Location: Paseo Marítimo el Pedregal, 77, 29017 Málaga

"One of the few traditional beach bars that still stands in the Pedregalejo neighborhood. Traditional starters, tasty fish espetos, rice dishes, and seafood. Nothing else is needed".

Mi Niña Lola Terrace

• Location: C. Campos Elíseos, s/n, 29016 Málaga

"Pablo Rutllant leads a kitchen that serves dishes like red mullet with vichyssoise or fig and sobrasada pizzeta. The stunning views of the city of Málaga complete the experience".

Alma Playa

• Location: Av. de la Torre, 18, 29730 Torre de Benagalbón, Málaga

"A breakfast by the sea, a menu full of international bites to cool off the summer, and paddle surf board rentals. For days without watching the clock".

Avante Claro

• Location: Paseo Blas Infante, Parcela 5. 29720. La Cala del Moral, Málaga

"The beacon of the beach bars in Rincón de la Victoria. Guaranteed quality in fish and seafood, family atmosphere, and a good wine list by the shores of the Mediterranean".

El Caleño

• Location: Paseo Marítimo el Pedregal, 49, 29017 Málaga

"Thirty years of good grilled sardines in Pedralejo. At this beachfront beach bar, there's also no shortage of fried squid, rice dishes, and gazpachuelo".

Chiringuito Gutierrez Playa

• Location: C/ Pacífico, 29, 29004 Málaga

"Here they use the traditional espeto technique for sardines, large fish like snapper, squids... Highlights include baby squid, anchovies, or Estepona langoustine, as well as fried eggplant".

Rocamar

• Location: P.º Maritimo Antonio Machado, Carretera de Cádiz, 29002 Málaga

"On the beach in the popular neighborhood of Huelin, Rocamar is one of those beach bars where you can taste the Mediterranean and one of chef José Carlos García's favorites".

The New Beach Club Higuerón

• Location: Av. del Sol, 225, 29631 Benalmádena, Málaga.

"'I love the breakfasts with views of the beach at El Higuerón Beach Club,' says Diego Gallegos, who likes to start his day at this upgraded beach bar located in the Carvajal area".

La Escollera

• Location: Calle Puerto Pesquero, 10. 29680. Estepona, Málaga

"Right in the port of Estepona, close to the fish market, this beach bar gathers all the ingredients to properly enjoy Malaga fish. It has two areas: a tavern and a lounge".

Sonora Beach

• Location: Los Granados Playa, 6. 29680. Málaga

"Music among banana trees and cacti where you can enjoy a sea bass tiradito or an olive branch sardine espeto. The waters of the Mediterranean, meanwhile, almost touch your feet".