Updated November 2014

I was first introduced to this fabulous little bar just off the Plaza Jeronimo Cuervo (where the Teatro Cervantes is) a couple of years ago by friends who had just moved to Málaga. Co-owners and partners Gabriel and Romina have created a super-popular spot that is always packed with locals and visitors alike. If you don’t call ahead to book a table either get there early or be prepared to wait a while.

There’s a great selection of wines by the glass to pair with either traditional or innovative tapas. Favourites include the crispy jamón & manchego cheese flamenquín, grilled red tuna with cauliflower and carrot purées and the grilled secreto Ibérico. Be sure to check out the daily specials. Excellent value for money.

Also check out their second location El Mesón de Cervantes around the corner at calle Álamos 11.

Cárcer, 8
Málaga
Tel. 952 609 458
El Tapeo de Cervantes Website
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Food 8 | Wine 8 | Service 8 | Ambiance 8

 the bar

jamón Ibérico w/grilled asparagus, artichokes, porra antequerana

boquerones al vinagre with salmorejo and guacamole

calamari with preserved lemons

 crispy battered prawns

hake with sweet potato

 jamón Ibérico and manchego flamenquín with tomato chutney

 red tuna with cauliflower and carrot purées

meatballs in tomato sauce

confit bacalao with leek purée and piquillo pepper jam

pan-fried chipirones and spinach

grilled octopus with smoked paprika mash

pink salmon with herb butter and crispy black rice

grilled secreto with pumpkin and pineapple jam

morcilla with egg and sweet potato

grilled boletus and asparagus with jamón

carrillada Ibérica with white beans and green chilis

warm apple crumble with vanilla ice cream

  co-owners Gabriel and Romina

Updated November 2014