The most viral cheesecakes in Malaga: venues with lines, crazy flavors, and international awards to celebrate their International Day

Every July 30th, the World Cheesecake Day is celebrated, a perfect occasion to pay tribute to one of the most versatile and acclaimed desserts in the current gastronomic scene. Málaga not only joins this celebration but does so with a repertoire of venues that have turned cheesecake into a true specialty, combining tradition, creativity, and even international awards. In recent years, the city and its surroundings have seen the emergence of offerings that attract both locals and visitors with unique flavors and textures that border on perfection.

La Cheesequería: meteoric expansion and endless flavors

One of the most popular names in Málaga regarding cheesecakes is La Cheesequería. In just a few years, this business has managed to expand with several outlets strategically located around the city: the first on Mayorazgo Avenue (26), another in the city center (Carretería Street, 44), one more in Teatinos (Plutarco Avenue, 83), another in El Palo (Pío Baroja Avenue, 6), and the latest in Plaza Mayor.

Their offerings are as broad as they are delicious: from classic recipes to creations with cheeses like Idiazábal, Payoyo, or Torta del Casar, to sweeter and bolder versions like Nocilla, Lotus, pistachio, or Lemon Pie. La Cheesequería has established itself as one of the great Malaga references thanks to the variety and quality of its offerings, but especially for its constant ability to innovate with new and attractive flavors with its creamy cheesecakes.

1989 Cheesecake Room: artisan cheesecakes in the heart of Málaga

On Compañía Street, very close to Plaza de la Constitución and opposite the Carmen Thyssen Museum, 1989 Cheesecake Room offers a different concept focused on cheesecake to go. The small space, with a tiny bar, allows customers to buy freshly made cheesecakes with an artisanal touch.

Their own workshop allows them to offer a variety of flavors ranging from the classic recipe to versions of Lotus, Kinder, Nutella, or pistachio. The cheesecakes can be purchased in mini size for 6.90 euros or by slices for 4.50 euros. The strategic location and the originality of its flavors have made it one of the most frequented spots by those seeking a sweet bite in the historic center.

La tarta de la madre de Cris: tradition, slow baking, and homemade flavor

Originating from Granada, La tarta de la madre de Cris has managed to carve out a niche in the hearts (and palates) of the people of Málaga. Its first location in the city was on Granada Street, one of the busiest streets in the center, and later they opened a second venue in the Soho district (Tomás Heredia Street, 6).

This family project opts for cakes that evoke memories, with recipes that smell of home baking and celebrations. The success has been so great that they now also have venues in Seville and Madrid. Their cakes are characterized by a soft texture, a balanced flavor, and an aesthetic that shuns artifice to focus on the essentials.

C de Cheesecake: from Payoyo to Donuts, limitless variety

In Teatinos, Cártama, and Benalmádena, C de Cheesecake has developed a specialized offering that combines traditional flavors with much more daring options. Their menu highlights include the Payoyo cheese cheesecake, salted caramel, Raffaello, Oreo, Kinder, Donuts, or even a Dinosaur-themed one.

With locations on Margarita Xirgu Street (Málaga), Andalucía Avenue (Cártama), and Los Cármenes Street (Benalmádena), this firm presents itself as a paradise for those with a sweet tooth. Their creations aim to surprise with each bite, maintaining a base of creaminess and intense cheese flavor.

Cotxino: Fernando Alcalá's award-winning cheesecake

The most awarded proposal on this Malaga route has a name of its own: Cotxino, the bar of the restaurant Kava, both located on Antonio Belón Avenue in Marbella. Chef Fernando Alcalá won the first prize at the I International Cheese Forum held in Gran Canaria in 2019 thanks to a recipe based on goat cheese, with a María cookie and artisan butter base.

Originally served within the Kava menu —a venue recognized with a Repsol Sun—, the cheesecake has established itself as one of the most iconic dishes of Cotxino. Baked and with a creamy texture, it has become a must-visit for those seeking a gourmet pastry experience. The bar is also famous for its Russian salad and its Spanish omelette.