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Address: P.º Marítimo el Pedregal, 49, Málaga-Este, 29017 Málaga, Spain
Phone: +34 952 29 00 06
Website: https://restauranteelcaleño.es/
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Reviews
Saurabh Date
Our favourite restaurant in Malaga. An idyllic location along the La Malagueta, perfect place for grilled fish, an Espeto de Sardinas or two, a very chilled bottle of Albariño, and loads of salad, buttered potatoes, and chips. You simply cannot go wrong! This is a family owned business and the wait staff are friendly and efficient. Just a lovely place – reservations (by phone) strongly recommended.
… moreMirco Candeloro
If you are looking for an authentic taste of Malaga, El Caleno is an absolute must. We visited this past Tuesday, January 27th, while heading toward the airport. Despite the pouring rain, the experience was nothing short of magical.
From the moment we stepped in, the staff made us feel right at home. The service was exceptional special mentions to the waitress, who was incredibly kind, radiant, and welcoming. We were immediately greeted with the classic local touch: a small plate of olives and fresh bread.
The Food
The highlights of our lunch were undoubtedly the sardines and the fried calamari. Both were delicious, but the sardines stole the show. It was truly evocative to watch the chef braving the rain to cook them over the open fire in the traditional “boat” (capanna) right in front of the restaurant.
Atmosphere
There is something uniquely beautiful about enjoying a fresh seafood lunch while watching the stormy sea just a few steps away. The contrast between the cozy, warm hospitality inside and the wild weather outside made for an unforgettable meal.
… moreFrom the moment we stepped in, the staff made us feel right at home. The service was exceptional special mentions to the waitress, who was incredibly kind, radiant, and welcoming. We were immediately greeted with the classic local touch: a small plate of olives and fresh bread.
The Food
The highlights of our lunch were undoubtedly the sardines and the fried calamari. Both were delicious, but the sardines stole the show. It was truly evocative to watch the chef braving the rain to cook them over the open fire in the traditional “boat” (capanna) right in front of the restaurant.
Atmosphere
There is something uniquely beautiful about enjoying a fresh seafood lunch while watching the stormy sea just a few steps away. The contrast between the cozy, warm hospitality inside and the wild weather outside made for an unforgettable meal.
Gertrud
I was a bit surprised to get charged for the olives and bread that was brought to the table without us asking (assuming it was free tapas like in most places?) but otherwise it was fine.
I mostly enjoyed the fried fish platter which provided a great variety of different tastes and the location was great – with beautiful views of the sea. My partner enjoyed the grilled fish which is cooked fresh outside.
… moreI mostly enjoyed the fried fish platter which provided a great variety of different tastes and the location was great – with beautiful views of the sea. My partner enjoyed the grilled fish which is cooked fresh outside.
Alberto Mura
We had a wonderful experience at El Caleño in Pedregalejo. The seafood was incredibly fresh and full of flavor, prepared simply to let the quality shine through. The atmosphere was relaxed and authentic, perfect for enjoying a meal by the sea. Service was friendly and welcoming, which made the whole evening even better. A great spot if you’re looking for delicious seafood in a charming setting. Highly recommended!
… moreAshik Vadakkan
I visited this restaurant specifically to try their espeto, drawn in by the charming setup outside — a traditional fishing boat and an elderly gentleman (whom I assumed to be the owner) overseeing the grill. When I asked for one espeto, I was told it needed to be ordered from the restaurant, which I completely understood.
My wife and I took a sea-facing table outside. Shortly after, a waitress (initials A, as shown on the receipt) brought us a menu and placed a bowl with two pieces of bread, some olives, and a small packet of crisps on the table. We never asked for these items, so we naturally assumed they were complimentary. Unfortunately, they were later added to the bill for €3.60 without any prior explanation, which was disappointing.
Initially, the waitress was pleasant and explained the menu. However, after seeing the very high prices, we decided to keep it simple and ordered just one plate of espeto (€7) along with drinks. From that moment on, the attitude changed noticeably. The service became cold and indifferent. The espeto was placed on the corner of the table without a word, and no one checked on us afterward.
While seated, I couldn’t help but notice that tables ordering multiple courses received warm, attentive service, whereas we were largely ignored — simply because we chose not to order more. Our decision wasn’t about affordability, but about value and preference.
When we asked for the bill, we were told “un momento,” but then had to wait another 10–15 minutes. After paying by card, I requested a proper receipt. Instead, the waitress rudely tore off a tiny piece of paper with no clear details of the amount paid and walked away. When I thanked her, there was no response.
This kind of attitude was surprising and disappointing, especially considering that during our three days in Málaga, we shared meals at many restaurants and were never treated this way.
Ironically, the elderly gentleman outside — whom I believe to be the owner — was the most pleasant person throughout. He came across as humble, warm, and completely non-judgmental, which made the contrast in service even more unfortunate.
Overall, while the espeto itself was decent and the setting beautiful, the service left a very sour impression.
… moreMy wife and I took a sea-facing table outside. Shortly after, a waitress (initials A, as shown on the receipt) brought us a menu and placed a bowl with two pieces of bread, some olives, and a small packet of crisps on the table. We never asked for these items, so we naturally assumed they were complimentary. Unfortunately, they were later added to the bill for €3.60 without any prior explanation, which was disappointing.
Initially, the waitress was pleasant and explained the menu. However, after seeing the very high prices, we decided to keep it simple and ordered just one plate of espeto (€7) along with drinks. From that moment on, the attitude changed noticeably. The service became cold and indifferent. The espeto was placed on the corner of the table without a word, and no one checked on us afterward.
While seated, I couldn’t help but notice that tables ordering multiple courses received warm, attentive service, whereas we were largely ignored — simply because we chose not to order more. Our decision wasn’t about affordability, but about value and preference.
When we asked for the bill, we were told “un momento,” but then had to wait another 10–15 minutes. After paying by card, I requested a proper receipt. Instead, the waitress rudely tore off a tiny piece of paper with no clear details of the amount paid and walked away. When I thanked her, there was no response.
This kind of attitude was surprising and disappointing, especially considering that during our three days in Málaga, we shared meals at many restaurants and were never treated this way.
Ironically, the elderly gentleman outside — whom I believe to be the owner — was the most pleasant person throughout. He came across as humble, warm, and completely non-judgmental, which made the contrast in service even more unfortunate.
Overall, while the espeto itself was decent and the setting beautiful, the service left a very sour impression.
Tatsiana Mikhailava
Delicious food, but the service was really slow. They forgot to bring our beer and took a long time to bring the bill. I’ll come back, but only when there are more waiters
… moreDick Beverdam
Santino! Thank you very much for the great food, it was all very fresh. You have fantastic wine in all price ranges. See you next time!!!
… moreDavid G
Andrea was our wonderful server. We enjoyed fresh grilled Snapper, Razor Clams, Sardines and Dorado. Everything was delicious and being on the Playa made it even better. We highly recommend their food and excellent service.
… moreShrestha Ghosh
Food was great and matched our expectations from a seafood restaurant in Malaga. We had the classics – grilled sardines (chef’s kiss), prawns in oil, and seafood paella. Unfortunately, it was difficult to find an equally good vegetarian dish for our friend.
… moreJoe Williams
Amazing seafood and salads. Only downside was because it was so busy and popular the staff were slightly absent at times but that was likely just because they were so busy. All very polite and helped us with ordering recommendations.
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