Food place in Málaga
Bodega El Pimpi
Calle Granada, beside the Roman theatre, Málaga
A rambling 18th-century house turned bodega in 1971, running through patios and tiled rooms to a terrace facing the Roman theatre and the Alcazaba, with celebrity-signed sherry butts stacked along the walls.
Area
Calle Granada, beside the Roman theatre
Food type
Veg & non-veg
Price range
€25–45
Opening hours
Late morning through the evening, daily; book for the terrace
About
What is Bodega El Pimpi famous for?
It is the most photographed room in Málaga and priced accordingly, but the terrace over the Roman theatre is a genuine reason to be here. Come for a glass and a plate rather than a full dinner and it stays good value.
What to eat here
Best dishes to try at Bodega El Pimpi
Veg & non-veg · €25–45
Ajoblanco
Cold, silky, sweet-and-sharp with a garlic edge
Best at as a starter, in hot weather
Porra antequerana
Thick, cold, bready, heavy with olive oil
Best at lunch, all summer
Must-tryVino dulce de Málaga
Dark, raisiny, sweet, served in a small glass
Best at late morning or early evening, standing at a barrel
Good to know
Is Bodega El Pimpi good for families?
Yes — Bodega El Pimpi is family friendly and serves both vegetarian and non-vegetarian food. It is open late morning through the evening, daily; book for the terrace.
Make a morning of it
Photo spots near Bodega El Pimpi
Shoot nearby, then eat at Bodega El Pimpi.
Alcazaba de Málaga
Best photo · Early morning at opening, when the light comes through the arcades along the upper courtyards and there is nobody in them
Best combo: Photos here, then ajoblanco at Bodega El Pimpi.
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Catedral de Málaga — La Manquita
Best photo · Late afternoon from the roof, when the light goes long across the tiles and the unfinished tower throws its shadow over the vaults
Best combo: Photos here, then ajoblanco at Bodega El Pimpi.
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Museo Picasso Málaga
Best photo · Midday in the courtyard, when the sun is high enough to reach the bottom of it — the galleries themselves are no-photography
Best combo: Photos here, then ajoblanco at Bodega El Pimpi.
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Bodega El Pimpi, in one look
A rambling 18th-century house turned bodega in 1971, running through patios and tiled rooms to a terrace facing the Roman theatre and the Alcazaba, with celebrity-signed sherry butts stacked along the walls. Veg and non-veg pages sit side by side on the menu. This is a mid-range table, with most orders landing around €25–45.
🍲 The food
The safe orders here are the things the region does anyway, not the traveller page of the menu.
🕐 Hours and timing
Timing in plain words - Late morning through the evening, daily; book for the terrace.
🧭 Finding it
Bodega El Pimpi is in Calle Granada, beside the Roman theatre, Málaga - Andalucía.
💡 Good to know
Families with children are normal here.
Questions
Bodega El Pimpi — FAQ
What is Bodega El Pimpi famous for?
A rambling 18th-century house turned bodega in 1971, running through patios and tiled rooms to a terrace facing the Roman theatre and the Alcazaba, with celebrity-signed sherry butts stacked along the walls.
What are the must-try dishes at Bodega El Pimpi?
Don't miss Ajoblanco, Porra antequerana and Vino dulce de Málaga.
Is Bodega El Pimpi good for families?
Yes — Bodega El Pimpi is family friendly and serves both vegetarian and non-vegetarian food.
What are Bodega El Pimpi's opening hours?
Bodega El Pimpi is open late morning through the evening, daily; book for the terrace.
Where is Bodega El Pimpi located?
Bodega El Pimpi is in Calle Granada, beside the Roman theatre, Málaga.