Updated July 2018
In 1956 Pepe Montes y Loli Montero opened their first fish bar on Malagueta beach, later relocating to Benalmádena with their four sons in 1982. Today the sons run a chain of very successful seafood restaurants along the Costa del Sol, and are also fish wholesalers who cater to almost 100 other restaurants, so it’s safe to say they know their business. The location in central Málaga comprises two buildings across the street from each other – one a traditional bar and restaurant, the other with a more stylish look. We opted to sit at the bar in the trad bar, in front of the enticing displays of fresh fish and seafood.
The fritos are a house speciality, but they also offer a variety of grilled, baked or stewed options, as well as excellent quality charcuterie. We also loved the sizzling gambas pil pil, and white bean seafood stew.
By the way, the business group takes its name from the brothers Florencio and Ramón, although they are not identical twins (mellizos), but fraternal twins (gemelos). Recommended!
Sancha de Lara 7
Málaga
Tel 952 22 03 15
€ € € €
Food 8 | Wine 7 | Service 7 | Ambiance 8
salpicón de gambas
baby gems with peeled and marinated tomatoes
breaded rosada with alioli
chocos fritos (cuttlefish)
“tierra y mar” breaded veggies with chanquetes and prawns
boquerones al limón
white beans and seafood stew
sizzling prawn pilpil
Updated July 2018