Restaurante Tapas Plaza — Restaurant in Nerja

After being tossed around by the Mediterranean like a sock in a washing machine, we stumbled into Tapas Plaza, half-drowned, salty, and in desperate need of sustenance. What followed was less of a meal and more of a religious experience—one that left our taste buds screaming hallelujah and our mouths questioning all life choices.

First up: the Nasi Goreng. Oh, sweet, spicy, wok-kissed perfection. This wasn’t just fried rice—this was the culinary equivalent of being hugged by a Thai grandmother who also knows kung fu. Every bite was a flavour explosion, and before we knew it, we’d inhaled the lot like two starved seagulls. Naturally, we then ordered the Bami Goreng, because why stop at one life-changing noodle dish when you can have two?

Then came the Chilli Prawns—or as I like to call them, "Satan’s Popcorn." These little demons were so spicy, I’m pretty sure I saw through time. My partner took one bite, turned the colour of a ripe tomato, and whispered, "I think I’m dying." But here’s the thing—they were so good, we kept eating them, like absolute masochists. Tears streamed down our faces. Our lips swelled to Angelina Jolie proportions. Worth it.

And just when we thought Tapas Plaza couldn’t outdo itself, the Chicken Satay Skewers arrived, dressed in a peanut sauce so luxurious it probably pays rent in Mayfair. The crispy onions on top? Chef’s kiss. No, scratch that—chef’s standing ovation.

By the end, we were in a food coma so deep, we could’ve been mistaken for beached whales (fitting, given our earlier sea ordeal). The bill arrived, and honestly, I would’ve sold a kidney to keep eating here.

Final Verdict: If you leave Tapas Plaza without needing a lie-down and a vow to never eat again (until tomorrow), you’ve done it wrong. 10/10, would let the chilli prawns destroy me again.

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We came back after 2 loooong years and nothing changed! Still the most fabulous gambas pil pil in the universe, fantastic atmosphere makes you feel at home, and its just the place to be. Not another touristic spot, but a true, homey and charismatic bar with great food! Cheers Guys! ❤

Update: obviously we visited the place few more times during our stay and we are still delighted. Tried different food and had lots of that super tasty sangira and we can't wait to be back. Sooner than later. Just, people ignore all these touristic beach bars and come here because it's...

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