El Pimpi
Bar, Restaurant, Tapas, $$$
Crowds of tourists are strolling through the historical center of malaga after sunset | © pavel dudek / Shutterstock
El Pimpi is a cultural landmark in Malaga and a definite must-try for all visitors exploring this southern destination. One of the city’s most famous restaurants, El Pimpi enjoys a truly unique location in an 18th century house, offering its guests traditional Spanish dishes in themed rooms, and on its large outdoor terrace that offers splendid views of the surrounding historical attractions. El Pimpi hosts many cultural events, including weekly flamenco nights, and has been visited by many artists who have left their autographs on the restaurant’s wine barrels, including the Picasso family and even Antonio Banderas.