El Boqueron — Restaurant in Marbella

At this establishment, you cannot make a reservation. You have to go there about an hour in advance to write your name on their board in hopes of getting a table. We tried the experience for the first time. We arrived 1 hour and 15 minutes after putting our name down and got a table.

We ordered dishes to share. The price of one dish is around €15, and I can tell you that the portions are very small. Aside from the tiny side salad, which was well seasoned — well done — the tuna tartare could be eaten in two bites. Considering the price, you have to order a lot of tapas. We spent a lot in this restaurant and regretted it.

What’s more, the waitress brought us the wrong dishes four times — ones we hadn’t ordered — and we had to send them back and ask for the ones we were actually waiting for. The service was not friendly. You're just there to fill the cash register — just another tourist in this place.

Someone from our group wanted to give it a second chance. We wrote our name on the board again and came back 1 hour and 10 minutes later. Our name was no longer there. Instead of politely saying, “Sorry, your table was given away,” the staff member literally shouted at us: “We called you four times!”

Stunned, we left. In the restaurant industry, the person at the entrance represents the image of the establishment. This kind of behavior is unacceptable.

If you're looking to spend your money, I recommend doing it in a place that actually deserves it. I strongly suggest the management reconsider the staff they hire, their table service, and their...

I have been here for a lunch on a rainy Thursday afternoon. I live in the Malaga area and a friend recommended the place; reading the reviews beforehand made me very happy to go there. I review quite a lot of places on Google because I want people to benefit from the experience from other consumers. I was the first in this restaurant when it opened at 13.00 in the afternoon. A girl working there showed me to a table. Then within 15 minutes the place was packed. People obviously know the quality of this place, perhaps from reading reviews...? I ordered 2 dishes and a dessert and some wine and water. The food was very fresh and exciting and very tasty, the kitchen staff really know their craft and put their heart and passion in the food. Not so much the restaurant staff tho; I have met 2 waitresses during my stay and none really seemed to care about the customer. Not 1 smile could be seen and I have watched them serving an odd 50 people. Trying to catch their attention also was not easy, they just did not look properly around the place. They did their jobs, don't het me wrong. But the bare minimum only could be observed. So, for the food I would recommend this little gem highly but do not expect too much friendlyness and smiles and customer orientation from the waiting staff. I hope they just had an off...

I recently dined at this restaurant, and it was nothing short of a culinary delight. The exceptional shrimp left a lasting impression on my palate, perfectly cooked and seasoned to perfection. The patatas bravas were another highlight, rich in flavor and crispiness, the epitome of comfort food.

The Cinderella mocktail, a non-alcoholic beverage, was an extraordinary addition to the meal, providing a refreshing and unique taste sensation. The grilled vegetables with mozzarella were cooked to perfection, showcasing the chef’s talent for merging flavors. The accompanying sauces were rich, enhancing the meal’s taste and leaving me wanting more.

The service was quick, almost unparalleled in speed, making the dining experience even more pleasurable. I would even propose that this restaurant deserves a Michelin star for its incredible culinary offerings.

Unfortunately, there was a minor downside: the absence of Wi-Fi. But this was a minor inconvenience compared to the overall fantastic experience.

The staff was very professional, friendly, and attentive, contributing to a very pleasant evening. All in all, this restaurant offers a dining experience that goes above and beyond, and I highly recommend it to anyone seeking an exceptional meal. The little inconveniences are easily overshadowed by the amazing food...