La Bodega del Pintor — Restaurant in Mijas

Looked nice from the outside but wish we had looked at menu first before sitting down and ordering drinks. Just a greasy spoon picture menu with no information - just dish names. When we asked for help the waiter was super super helpful but when he asked his boss, we guessed the owner, for help - she came over - didn't look at or talk to us, was rude about us in Spanish (she obvs didn't realise we could speak Spanish) and ruined the atmosphere with a tut and an eye roll as she left. Sadly Mijas has so many tourists now that places like this don't seem to care any more about politeness and quality - just take the money. Hope you like the review - it is true - like your...

We ate her a few time during our stay in the village it seems to be where the locals dine or just meet for a drink. It has a lovely atmosphere and a menu with plenty to choose from. All the portions are of a decent size we actually made the mistake of having a starter and a main course each we should have shared a starter. The decor is really nice giving it a really Spanish feel and the staff are very attentive but not in your face. We’d definitely say give it a try at least once but I think you’d return if you do. If it’s just a beer with a view to people watch then they have a few tables outside in the street which are perfectly placed for taking in the...

Went for tea at 6:45 and asked for a table for one. Apparently food doesn't start until 7:00 -7:15pm but by that time I had already ordered wine. Ordered the BBQ chicken which was very tasty ( smothered in salt) and came with chips. Chips were very average. There were a couple of cheerful waiters and a couple not so cheerful. I sat with an empty glass for quite a while so not very attentive.Highlight was an unexpected sweet ( I will call it pudding) wine which was absolutely delicious. Only giving 3 stars because I had lunch next door at Martina which was a whole level better experience from...