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El Tapeo de Cervantes
From Málaga centre5 min
Price€€
KidsYes (family atmosphere according to GastroRanking)
Gluten-freeGluten-free, vegetarian and vegan options according to TripAdvisor
AddressCalle Cárcer, 8, 29012 Málaga
Opening hoursTuesday to Sunday 13:00-15:30 and 19:30-23:30; Monday closed (TripAdvisor, October 2026).
Must try
Tuna ceviche, anchovies with avocado, carrillada (pork cheeks), wild boar (August 2026), cod, salmon and chicken; as a tapa or half portion.
About
Small, cosy tavern next to the Teatro Cervantes, with creative tapas and good wines.
Good to know
Book: it is small and the tables are close together. Several 2026 customers felt pushed to order more dishes than they needed, so ask the portion sizes. Budget about €90-100 for two with wine.
Getting there and parking
In the centre, on foot, next to the Teatro Cervantes and Plaza de la Merced.
Near here
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