It is Italian, located at the foot of the Malaga Cathedral, and is considered one of the best casual restaurants in all of Spain.

Behind the Cathedral of Málaga, on the quaint Cañón street, there is a hidden restaurant that has won the favor of the locals and frequent visitors. We are talking about La Ristobottega, an Italian restaurant that has once again been ranked among the best restaurants in Spain in the Travellers' Choice Awards, in the 'casual dining' category.

La Ristobottega ranks fourth in this list, recognized as 'The Best of the Best' along with three other establishments from the province of Málaga in this category: "Angus Marbella, Namaste Fusion in Fuengirola, and The Steakhouse in Benalmádena.

La Ristobottega is defined as a restaurant with "the true essence and culinary tradition of Italy" and turns out to be a truly magical corner with privileged views of the back of the Cathedral of Málaga and its surroundings. "A unique experience that will transport you to the streets of beautiful Italy, with the charm of our city Málaga," they assure.

"The cozy atmosphere and the magnificent location of La Ristobottega make it an ideal place to dine," according to Tripadvisor about La Ristobottega, a restaurant that receives almost perfect scores (4.9) on their platform after 3343 reviews, ranking it the sixth best restaurant in Málaga city out of 2,810 listed: "The menu is varied, with fresh high-quality ingredients, and the service is quick and attentive. Try the delicious and simple Italian dishes, accompanied by one of their extensive beverages. The terrace is perfect for a quiet meal. Don't miss the desserts: they are incredible."

The news was received with enthusiasm at the restaurant: "We are celebrating! For the second consecutive year, our Ristobottega has been recognized by Tripadvisor as Best of the Best, the highest recognition that only 1% of profiles worldwide receive. This award would not be possible without you: our customers, friends, and family, who trust us every day and share your opinions and experiences. Being part of the best restaurants worldwide fills us with pride and motivates us even more to continue offering the essence of Italy in every dish, with the same passion and dedication as always."

Uniquely, La Ristobottega does not serve pizzas, but pinsas, a Roman variety of the internationally known dish: "The principles of Roman pinsa have ancient origins. Its original recipe related to focaccia, shape, and size, dates back to Roman times. Originally, it was prepared by the peasants of Roman Lazio by mixing water, cereals, salt, and aromatic herbs, obtaining a soft and delicious mixture that was grilled. The pinsa is handmade with high-quality Italian raw materials and no preservatives, using a selection of non-GMO flours (wheat, soy, and rice), extra virgin olive oil, and dry mother yeast without adding animal fats."

Users agree that their pinsa is "exceptional" and do not hesitate to recommend other dishes like their cannelloni, torta caprese, vegetarian lasagna, provoleta, and specifically their fagottini with pear and tiramisu.

The Best Casual Dining Restaurants in Spain According to Tripadvisor

1. Gascona — Sevilla
2. Bodegas Mezquita Céspedes — Córdoba
3. La Telefónica — Granada
4. La Ristobottega — Málaga
5. Alimentari E Diversi — Sevilla
6. El Pòsit Del Serrallo — Tarragona
7. Bodegas Mezquita Corregidor — Córdoba
8. Bodegas Mezquita Ribera — Córdoba
9. Le Favole Ristorante — Valencia
10. Taberna Casa Pedro Ximénez — Córdoba
11. Angus Marbella — Marbella
12. Namaste Fusion — Fuengirola
13. El Sur de Moratín — Madrid
14. Antojitos Mexican Food — Granada
15. Fogón de Mariana - La Terraza de Bahía Sur — San Fernando
16. La Taberna De Peñalver Cava Baja — Madrid
17. Ibéricos Gastro Bar — Tenerife
18. Xiringuito Restaurant del Mar — Cambrils
19. Don Asador — Barcelona
20. Restaurante La Bocana — Puerto Banús
21. Asador Argentino San Telmo — Valencia
22. The Steakhouse — Benalmádena
23. Abaceria del Postigo — Sevilla
24. Caminito Grill Steak House — Barcelona
25. Lagom Ibiza — Ibiza

In bold, the restaurants from the province of Málaga.