My friend and I are staying on the Carreteria for a couple of days, and after exploring the city for an entire day, we didn't want to venture out too far for dinner. Lo and behold - La Vida De La Gente across the road.
We went there at 20:00 and were told that while we could have cocktails, food was only available from 20:30 onward - Spanish tradition. We had a Pornstar Martini and a Piña Colada, and promptly got some sweet extras like watermelon etc. for free. Next thing we know, we order two more cocktails (a coconut mojito and a cosmopolitan), which were equally delicious.
The tapas we ended up ordering were surreal. LVDLG focuses on Asian-inspired tapas: we had the goat cheese lollipop (2), yakitori meatballs (4), the oriental burger (1), Japanese fried rice, shrimp in teriyaki sauce (10) and a selection of meats. All of these tapas were fresh, delicious and well executed. Generous portions, piping hot.
Our waiter was great, bringing around extra bread and free shots, plus explaining what everything was. The place has only been open for two months but it is truly one of the better establishments we have come across in Malaga. Very sleek, very clean, quiet and cosy. A lovely vibe in general.
For less than 60€, we enjoyed four cocktails, a bottle of water, four tapas and two 'mains' - great value. They are very generous with the alcohol in cocktails, for only 6€ each. Tapas are 3-4€ each, mains 8-9. All in all, excellent value for money. The bill is brought in a cut-out book, which we found adorable.
LVDLG is a gem. Next time we visit Malaga, we'll make sure to visit again, although we are sure it won't quite be as quiet anymore. These guys deserve all the custom they can get, a truly wonderful place. read more