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Bar Altamirano
From Marbella centre5 min
Price€€
AddressPlaza del Altamirano, 3, 29601 Marbella, Málaga
Opening hoursTuesday to Sunday 13:00-16:00 and 19:00-23:00; Monday closed (official website).
Must try
Málaga-style fried fish (anchovies, acedías, small flatfish), baby squid, conchas finas (smooth clams), grilled prawns and the big fish of the day, chargrilled or oven-baked.
About
A long-established fried fish and seafood place on a square in Marbella's old town. It celebrates '40 years of Altamirano' with grandmother María's recipes, which they have been cooking since 1985.
Good to know
In high season, book or arrive early, and know what you want to order. Let them advise you on the fish of the day.
Getting there and parking
On a square in the old town, which is pedestrianised. Leave your car in the underground car park on Avenida del Mar (the most central) and walk up in 5 minutes.
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