The other two beach bars in Málaga that are among the best in Spain:

El Balneario de los Baños del Carmen has been proclaimed the best beach bar in Spain in the latest edition of the Tapas Best Chiringuito 2025. Despite its recognition, this Malaga beach bar was not the only one from the province to be awarded, as two others made it into the select group of beachside chiringuitos recognized by the gastronomic magazine. We are talking about El Saladero, in Caleta de Vélez, and La Milla, in Marbella. Both are included in the list of the top 25 beach bars in Spain.

El Saladero

• Address: Calle Real, 29751 Caleta de Vélez, Málaga

With more than half a century of history, El Saladero is a classic on the eastern Malaga coast, recognized in Caleta de Vélez. Founded in 1965, and initially starting as a simple sailor's bar, it has become a true benchmark for fresh fish right on the beach. "A little white house on the sand, paper tablecloth, and the smell of grilled fish in the air," says Tapas following its recognition.

Located in what was the bar of the old port of Caleta de Vélez, its charm lies in its simplicity and respect for the product. From the fish market located just 400 meters away, fish and seafood arrive daily that feature prominently on a straightforward menu. "Fried anchovies, prawns, thin shell clams, prawns, tuna with tomato, or shrimp and leek croquettes," are some of the recommendations from its menu highlighted by Tapas magazine.

El Saladero also offers meats, rice dishes, and paellas, but it is the grilled fish skewers that maintain the maritime essence of the place. The combination of popular atmosphere, culinary tradition, and beachfront location has earned recognition not only from its regular customers but also from prestigious chefs. Dani Carnero, a Michelin-starred chef from Malaga, describes it as "the best beach bar in Malaga." It is worth noting that El Saladero was the beach bar chosen by Princess Leonor for her holidays in Malaga.

La Milla

• Address: Urbanización Los Verdiales, Playa de Nagüeles, 29604, Marbella, Málaga

Just a few meters from the Mediterranean, on the exclusive Nagüeles beach, La Milla represents a different model of beach bar: one where haute cuisine and Andalusian products meet in a relaxed yet sophisticated setting. Since its opening a decade ago, it has maintained a strong commitment to quality, environment, and service.

Under the direction of Luis Miguel Menor and César Morales, this venue has managed to establish its proposal as one of the greats in Andalusia, recognized since 2023 with a Repsol Sun. "Everyone goes for its cuisine: seafood and daily fish, grilled fish skewers, fried dishes... And concessions to more contemporary items like a white shrimp brioche with lemon or an Andalusian ceviche," recommends Tapas about La Milla's menu, which changes frequently, adapting to available products and the season.

La Milla is also recognized for its carefully curated wine cellar, which boasts over 900 references, and for its dining experience, inherited from its leaders' experience in five-star hotels. For its creators, the goal has always been to dignify the concept of the beach bar, committing to a quality experience without losing touch with the sand. This recognition from Tapas is thus a fitting accolade for them.