El Café de Antonio — Restaurant in Benalmádena

° Amazing service from Mr Antonio who speaks exceptionally good English, but also from his terrific team. Mr Antonio (when not busy cooking/serving the overall fabulous affordable food) readily provides counsel on coping in Benalmádena. ° Breathtaking "Russian salad" (2€) and beyond-reconforting&heart-warming "chorizo grilled skewer". ° The tuna cubes tapas (2.7€) inclusive of hours of simmering in love&white wine&secret ingredients are absolutely fab, whether hot&cold. ° Splendid fresh entrecôte cooked just as required upon order, with home potatoes. By all means, request the excellent pepper sauce. (14€). ° One would avoid both the jámon platter and the gratious vegetable side for the entrecôte. ° Honestly, pricing is transparent and inspiring. ° Crowd is next to precisely 50/50 Spanish and touristy (heavily Scandinavian and French). ° Semi-Dog-friendly: not allowed inside, however OK by the ~4 tables outside on...

I lost contact with Antonio for a couple of years but found him again in July. He is a wonderful host. I had several desayunos with him of excellent quality. Highly recommended. You will not be disappointed.

UPDATE MARCH ‘22. Since my original post I’ve now visited many times for breakfast, tapas lunch and dinner. All have been of great quality freshly cooked and served attentively. Everything is maintained to the highest standards of cleanliness. Personal favourites are Estafado and also Morcillas de Burgos. For just a coffee to a full evening meal it’s a wonderful place to visit. Highly...

Awesome little restaurant with nice food and great service at very reasonable price!

We ran into this place quite randomly and ended up having a wonderful experience, ordered 4 tapas and desserts and everything tastes amazing, finished all so fast didn’t even have time for photos. We chatted with this super nice lady who happens to own the place and she’s just one of the most friendly and hospitable person we’ve encountered during our stay. Can’t...