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EL Piano

C/ San Juan de Letran 13, 29012 Malaga, Spain
952 217886
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Ranked #4 of 815 restaurants in Malaga
Price range: $4 - $6
Cuisines: Vegan
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Good for: Outdoor seating
Dining options: Takeout, Late Night
Description: between Teatro Cervantes and Plaza de la Merced
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West Kirby, United Kingdom
1 review
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 15, 2013

El Piano is small; very small. However, the food packs a punch that makes it worthwhile. I first came across this family-run, dual-nationality organisation in York, UK. That is a fully-fledged restaurant, whereas this is more of a take-away eatery. The style of food is similar - tapas in small or large 'boats. It is exclusively vegan and the food... More

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 14, 2013

Nice little vegan place. Food is good and tastefull (which is not always the case in these kinds of places). The owner is passionate about her food, only talks spanish but is really helpfull if you do not speak it too well.

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Cork, Ireland
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 28, 2013

If you're looking to take a break from tasting traditional tapas, El Piano offers a healthy and equally tasty alternative. The dishes on offer include salads, dahl, quiches, falafel and burgers. The interior is tiny but bust as a constant stream of locals pop in for take-away dinners in the evening and a few outdoor tables on the vibey pedestrian... More

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Magdalena C, Owner at EL Piano, responded to this review
May 9, 2013

Thanks for such a positive and informative review. We are glad you liked the food and noticed that we are cooking constantly to ensure the freshest results using the best local ingredients. It's great for us when reviewers talk price and location. The tip about eating in the nearby Plaza de la Merced will be welcome guidance for potential visitors... More

London, United Kingdom
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 25, 2013

As a Coeliac, I felt I had arrived in Heaven when I found El Piano down a tiny back street in Malaga. All the food is not only macrobiotic vegetarian (suited my travelling companion) but also naturally gluten-free. There was a wide choice of European, Oriental and Middle-Eastern dishes. The concept was to choose 4 items which were arranged together... More

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Magdalena C, Owner at EL Piano, responded to this review
May 9, 2013

Well that's such a nice review. Not only did you enjoy the food but you also experienced some of the street life which is such a dominant feature in southern Spain. EL PIANO MALAGA is lucky to be in the absolute epicentre of dining and culture in Malaga on the tiny pedestrianised street that connects the Cervantes Theatre and the... More

Malaga, Spain
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 23, 2013

Very good and tastefull vegetarian food. You choose 2 or 4 things, and you can either take it with you, or you can eat it outside. The concept was not clear, but the very friendly lady explained it by writing it down. We certainly will go back for more!

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Magdalena C, Owner at EL Piano, responded to this review
April 25, 2013

Thank you so much for your kind remarks. We are glad you enjoyed it and we look forward to serving you again, if not in Malaga then perhaps in Granada or York. More

Kosice, Slovakia
1 review
5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 22, 2013

I found this restaurant in quite a desperate mood. I was not really feeling hunger, as usually when it is too hot outside. I bought one simple kebab, but it was awful so I threw it out immediately, I could not eat it. And when I saw kebab corners everywhere, I found this little cozy take away with a very... More

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Magdalena C, Owner at EL Piano, responded to this review
April 25, 2013

Thanks so much for your review. We know how desperate one can be for quality fresh food, especially in cities we do not already know. We hope you enjoyed the rest of your stay in Malaga and will return again soon. More

Amsterdam, The Netherlands
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 16, 2013

great fresh healthy food for a good price, cosy location, and a peruvian touch I had a great dinner there! thanks!

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Magdalena C, Owner at EL Piano, responded to this review
April 17, 2013

It was a pleasure to serve you. Thanks for coming. we look forward to serving you again if not in Malaga then in York or Granada. More

London, United Kingdom
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3 of 5 stars Reviewed April 14, 2013

After reading all the great reviews we decided to go to El Piano for our wedding anniversary dinner.... oops! It is a counter where you choose up to 4 items which are put in a dish and microwaved. There are 2 tables in the narrow street outside to sit at. The food was inexpensive and nice (especially the dhal and... More

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Magdalena C, Owner at EL Piano, responded to this review
April 17, 2013

Thanks for taking the time to write about EL PIANO in Malaga. You are right that we offer a TAKE-AWAY service alongside our restaurant service...All our FIVE tables are outside in the little pedestrianised lane that connects the CERVANTES THEATRE to Malaga's principal square (next to the Moorish fortress and the Roman remains). The lane has many independent eateries and... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 9, 2013

it is quite difficult to find a good vegetarian restaurant in malaga. but this restaurant will take away the problem with you people. excellent fresh food , varieties and most of them we tasted were delicious. its a small place but dont worry when you eat food there u will simply forget all the rest. the lady did not understand... More

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Magdalena C, Owner at EL Piano, responded to this review
April 13, 2013

What a lovely review! Thank you so much. Food is certainly an international language of its own and the quality of well prepared food from excellent primary ingredients certainly spoke to you! Thank you! More

Madrid, Spain
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed April 9, 2013

Everything is vegan; and homemade! Anything else better than this? NOPE! Friendly lady who told me that she was the one who prepared all those dishes. It's a take away place; but there are some chairs and tables to use outside. It was a sunny day, cold but sunny, so we had our lunch outside. They offer you one small... More

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cesar V, Propietario at EL Piano, responded to this review
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April 11, 2013

Muchas gracias. Cada dia trabajamos con mas fuerzas para l Que los clientes esten contentos. Tambien queremos Crecer y tener... More

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