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Tapeo de Cervantes

C/ Carcer, 8, 29012 Malaga, Spain (Centro)
0034 952609458
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Ranked #1 of 834 restaurants in Malaga
Price range: $18 - $25
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Good for: Romance, Local cuisine, Dining on a budget
Dining options: Breakfast/Brunch, Lunch, Dinner, Reservations, Late Night, Dessert
Neighborhood: Centro
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London, United Kingdom
Senior Contributor
43 reviews 43 reviews
34 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 7 cities Reviews in 7 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed June 17, 2013 NEW

There is little else that I could add to all other glowing reviews here, except that this place is definitely worth a try. We loved it so much we came back for dinner the following day and even though we visited Malaga in Sept last year, my fiance and I still remember the dishes we had. The staff are very... More

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uk
Senior Contributor
35 reviews 35 reviews
10 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 12 cities Reviews in 12 cities
56 helpful votes 56 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed June 16, 2013 NEW

Visited this charming tapas bar twice during our recent stay in Malaga. This tiny place ticks all the boxes, the staff are charming, the food is creative, wine excellent quality and prices reasonable. After our first visit they even remembered what we had eaten the previous evening!

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Sydney
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17 reviews 17 reviews
3 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 12 cities Reviews in 12 cities
7 helpful votes 7 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed June 15, 2013 NEW

My partner and I ate at this cozy tapas bar based on trip advisor reviews and we were not disappointed. We read about the size and the demand for space so we showed up at the door with no reservation right on 1930 when they open their doors. We were pleased to be offered the bar spot right across from... More

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Montreal, Canada
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12 reviews 12 reviews
9 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 8 cities Reviews in 8 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed June 12, 2013 NEW via mobile

We tried this place after seeing the high ratings here on tripadvisor. We showed up around 8 with no reservation, and told they were full but we could try coming back in 15 minutes to see if people didn't come for their tables. We got lucky and they had room for us. The atmosphere is great, it's a small crowded... More

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London, United Kingdom
1 review
5 of 5 stars Reviewed June 12, 2013 NEW

First visit for 5 of us. From outside view you would not be excited, but had already booked based on Trip Advisor rating. So glad we did. Small , busy, no frills interior. Very friendly welcome from proprietor and staff. Helpful advice when choosing dishes and wine. We first chose wide variety of 10 half portions . They were served... More

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Glasgow, United Kingdom
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81 reviews 81 reviews
59 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 34 cities Reviews in 34 cities
64 helpful votes 64 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed June 7, 2013

If you want authentic Malaga tapas then there is no finer experience than this compact (very compact) tapas bar. High bar stools and a great atmosphere add to this dining experience. The staff are all friendly and guide you through the various dishes. We went for half rations instead of tapa dishes and we selected various met and fish dishes.... More

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Aylesbury
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13 reviews 13 reviews
4 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
7 helpful votes 7 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed June 3, 2013

Knowing how popular this place is I emailed ahead a booking about 2 weeks before we got there. Within a minute there was a reply back saying I was booked! Wow- super efficient, and it stays that way. Quite how they do the amazing service in such a small place it a bit of a miracle. Wonderful friendly staff. Definitely... More

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Walsall, United Kingdom
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8 reviews 8 reviews
7 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 31, 2013

So perfect in every way - the food and service were spectacular and such a great atmosphere. I chose this restaurant because it was shown as the number 1 restaurant in Malaga according to Trip Advisor reviews and was not disappointed.

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London, United Kingdom
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13 reviews 13 reviews
7 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 27, 2013

Seriously amazing service, food and atmosphere. Chorizo and potato tortilla, Entrecote, Wild boar stew, Iberian ham with Artichoke and asparagus and Croquettes. I'd vouch for all of these!

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County Down, Northern Ireland
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39 reviews 39 reviews
18 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 21 cities Reviews in 21 cities
83 helpful votes 83 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 26, 2013 via mobile

We actually booked night in Malaga at the start of a 2 week Marbella holiday just to eat here again. Wish we bookeda night at the end now too. Fabulous place.

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