🇪🇸 Malaga | Affordable seafood rice with long lines of locals 🥘

🍤 Los Marangós Molina Lario: Málaga’s Hidden Gem Near the Cathedral Tucked just steps from Málaga Cathedral, this spot is a local hot spot—we rolled up at 9:30 PM, and the line of locals (still!) wrapped around the corner. Trust us, the wait’s worth it. Their paella? A total standout: not a hint of salt overload, just rich tomato warmth, and only €28 for two. Compared to Madrid’s prices? It’s a steal 😍. The tapas? Classic, reliable, and zero misses—squid and garlic shrimp had us going back for more. 🐟 Anchovies in vinegar: Warning—this one’s tangy. The vinegar punch is strong, so if sour’s not your thing, skip it. But if you love that zing? Dive in! 🦑 Baby squid: Charred to perfection, with that smoky, slightly crispy edge. The texture? Soft yet bouncy—cooked just right, no rubbery mishaps. We could’ve eaten a second plate 🤤. 🦐 Garlic shrimp in oil: Served piping hot, with the oil still gently bubbling (so satisfying to watch!). The garlic’s slightly crispy, the shrimp plump and sweet—no greasy aftertaste, just pure flavor. So good, we sopped up every drop with bread 🍞. 🥘 Paella: Packed with baby squid, juicy shrimp, and tender shellfish—seafood lovers, rejoice! The rice? No annoying undercooked crunch, just soft enough to soak up that tomatoey sauce. Heads up: the seafood’s fresh, but the shrimp’s natural sweetness takes a backseat to the tomato. Oh, and two big shrimp? Plump and firm (no mealy texture!), though a tiny bit of vein lingered—hardly a dealbreaker. 📍 Address: C. Molina Lario, 4, Distrito Centro, 29015 Málaga, Spain #LocalEats #MálagaFoodie #SpainPaella #TapasHeaven #FoodieFind #MálagaGuide