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Los Abanicos
Must try
Suckling pig, roast duck, shoulder of lamb, osso buco and garlic clams; for dessert, the strudel. The portions are big: share.
About
One of the most popular restaurants in Benahavís, the mountain village famous for its concentration of restaurants. Roasts and European dishes in big portions, with a terrace.
Good to know
Very popular: book. Budget €45-60 per person with wine (a group paid €300 for four in April 2026) and some 2026 customers find it expensive for what it is. When the place is full the service is hurried. If you order meat, be clear about how you want it cooked. Safest bets: duck, suckling pig, fried aubergines with honey and the empanadas. Visa, Mastercard and Amex accepted and dogs allowed.
Getting there and parking
Benahavís is about 25 minutes by car from Estepona. Calle Málaga is the village's main street; in high season it is hard to park in the centre.
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