The Wigan Bar La Isla — Restaurant in Benalmádena

My family of five visited on Sunday evening and was very disappointed with the food we received. I was informed that there were no baguettes available, so we ended up with wraps instead! I ordered a tuna and mayo wrap, expecting it to come with a side salad or at least have some salad included, but there was nothing at all…. I also ordered a side of onion rings, but they were excessively greasy…. The batter was poorly done, and I could see the onion through it….. The chips were overcooked and had probably been sitting for a while, and warmed up in the fryer a few times. My father ordered a ploughman’s, which included two slices of ham, four thick wedges of cheese, a dish of Branston pickle, and a BAGUETTE 🥖….. however, I was informed that they did not have any baguettes available!! The homemade meat pie was dry, and the gravy was thick, lumpy, and not very hot either.

I visited this establishment in 2022 and returned in 2025, but nothing has changed except the food is awful and now you pay for chips if you want them with your meal….

The overall image of the eatery is dire signage is outdated, faded and old, the yellow overhead coverings need deep cleaning, and the entire pub has a very dismal atmosphere. Three years ago, the ambiance was fantastic, and it was difficult to find a seat outside; now, there are plenty of empty seats while both bars on either side are bustling with patrons! I strongly advise against eating at this bar; do not waste your hard earned money on...

Lovely views from this seafront bar. Having read lots of positive reviews we were looking forward to a Sunday roast. However we came away disappointed, very small portions of veg, my cabbage was mainly the stalk bits & if you want stuffing or Yorkshire puddings, which I always thought were a traditional accompaniment in a Sunday roast, were each €1 extra & small yorkies at that! Plenty instant gravy although a bit watery. Hubby opted for swirdfish which was unavailable so tried the chilli which was also disappointing. Onto the dessert menu which had lots of English favourites which whetted or appetites (chocolate fudge cake, cheesecakes, jam roly poly etc) but none available other than apple pie or apple crumble & told they don't get deliveries on Sundays so on the whole Wigan Bar...

Waited over an hour from ordering to receiving our meal.Service was sh.te.I had chicken with mushroom sauce (tasted like mushrooms in water).The wife had roast lamb which she enjoyed.Overall unless you like a long wait avoid. In reply. We walked in and there were 5 empty tables.Our order was taken straight away and at no time were we told that there was a delay. Our drinks were served promptly,after half an hour we had to ask where our soup was,the staff were very apologetic and our soup arrived and a half hour later our main course arrived. In this time most of the people behind us had been served and left. When we originally walked in there was only a couple of tables before us...