From the moment we rounded the corner and saw this restaurant until the sad minute it was time to…read moreleave, we were absolutely engrossed in the atmosphere of this restaurant, the owner Pernilla who welcomes you as if you're coming to her home for dinner, the Finnish chefs Pia and Petri, and the entire staff. If we could have gotten away with licking our plates, we would have. You are completely overwhelmed with Spanish culture with a a Scandinavian twist on the food ... the presentation, the quantity, the quality, the timing ... everything was absolutely exceptional ... beyond any of our expectations. If you don't visit El Castillo for a meal, you are missing out on one of the best restaurants in Benahavis! Take your time and savor every bite :) Pernilla has a unique talent of reading her guests ... whether they're there for a private romantic evening and want to be left alone or if her guests are open to suggestions or if her guests are open to just talking about the details of their meal. What ever you are looking for, this is the perfect venue! Enjoy!

My husband and I stumbled across this restaurant, quite unexpectedly. We were looking for another…read morerestaurant in the pouring rain, to discover it was closed. We came into Restaurante El Guarda and were so pleasantly surprised!!! I ordered what was the waiter Francisco's favorite, which was Oxtail. I have never had Oxtail, but decided to give it a shot. It was so delicious!!! The meat melted in my mouth!!! My husband had the Leg of Lamb, which was very good. I would highly recommend this restaurant!!!

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Very nice restaurant. The food is very good. I had the chicken with lemon and garlic. It was…read morevery tasty. The waitress recommend a bottle of wine and it was great. Everyone In my party liked their food!!

Excellent large tapas and not expensive. Good service. Located at the back of Centro Diana.read more

Our go to spot from now on, A hidden gem. Best churros, breakfast and lunches! Price is very…read morereasonable!!! Food is excellent and servings large. We've walked here every day from our resort initially for exercise but after the first time for our daily meal. For 10€ we ate and drank our fill. Not bad for a beach town menu. And there is free parking! Located on the back side of a little strip plaza Diana right off the A-7 highway. Open early till late.

Visited this restaurant with a friend based on a recommendation from a local. The food was so good…read morethat we dined here a few nights for dinner during our stay. I had the fish everytime and it was always fresh and delicious-no complaints! The sangria was also a winner for me, strong but delicious. The service was always great and the owner is extremely friendly. The dinner prices are also very fair for what you get. You wont be disappointed.

Estepona, Spain is a Foodie's paradise. I have had great Greek, Italian, and Chinese cuisine in…read moreEstepona but on one particular Sunday afternoon whilst strolling down Calle Caridad, I saw Las Gitanillas and they had paella on the menu posted outside which immediately caught my attention.  Let me cut to the chase, that was the best Paella that I have had in a very long time which paired quite well with a very nice Albariño highly recommended by Javier, one of the servers and family member. After a fabulous meal, I rather enjoy a nice aperitif and so far, Las Gitanillas is the only venue that I have patronized in Estepona that has my favourite, Drambuie.  Manuela, her daughter Gema, and son Javier were the perfect hosts and the epitome of exemplary customer satisfaction. Indeed Las Gitanilllas will be once of the first venues that I patronize for my lite snack and beverages with authority when I visit Estepona next year.

During our recent visit to Costa Del Sol, we were spending the day in Estepona received an…read moreexcellent recommendation to Las Gitanillas. We are forever grateful for this recommendation as our lunch was absolutely amazing!! The staff was incredible and the quality and presentation of the food was extraordinary!! We were looking for a genuine Spanish restaurant that off the beaten track (a local's place) but fantastic food ... our wish came true!! Don't miss this opportunity for a memorable meal!!!

Lovely Puerto Banus restaurant. A little bit hidden, and away from the hustle and bustle of the…read moremain marina, but with friendly staff and good food. We especially loved their gambas pil-pil. They have a nice outside terrace.

His my my first time in Porto banus. The place is really nice and classy. Service is wonderful. Not…read moreto mention the great view especially during sunset time While you're drinking their awesome mojitos.

When I am in Estepona, a few months out of the year, this is my favorite restaurant and I eat here…read moremultiple times a week. First, you will definitely need a reservation. It is always busy. There is seating in the "patio" with a nice man made fireplace in cooler months. There is the main area with the bar and a long table. And there is the option to sit on the 'terrace,' which is a pedestrian street. Weather cooperating, we love to sit on the terrace and people watch. All areas are extremely clean and cheerful. Service is friendly and efficient without being pesty. When a table is reserved, it is yours from your reservation time to the remainder of the evening. They never try to hustle you along so that others (without a reservation) might be seated. American restaurants could learn from this. The menu has about 30 different tapas offerings as well as pinchos, tostas, and entrees. There is something for every appetite. There is always one or two tapas of the day, which change. I am not a seafood eater, so I am thankful that at least half the items offered are not from the sea. My boyfriend loves seafood, so there is plenty to satisfy his tastes, too. We really like to chose 2 to 3 tapas each and that is very filling. My favorites are "taco de manzana" and the chicken burrito, oh, and the mini lamb hamburgers! I guess I really don't have just one favorite! Everything is very fresh and tasty. Most of the tapas are 2€ and 3€. The tostas are 8€ and very filling. My favorite is tosta queso de cabra. Among larger items, my boyfriend really likes the shrimp brick. They will also accommodate an appetite and make it larger or smaller. I normally drink sparkling water or tea. My boyfriend is the wine drinker. They have an extensive wine offering and at least once a month will have a special event with wine pairings or a wine class. They have a full time sommelier who organizes these events. There is also a full bar. I will usually have an after dinner drink. The pours are generous! Our bill for the evening (2 people) is usually 20€-25€ for 6 tapas, a wine (or two), water and an after dinner drink. Highly recommended!

A lovely place with nice ambiance. However, I feel it was…read morenot as gastronomical tasty as I have expected. I was expecting more and was disappointed. My tuna poky bawl was very mediocre and the foie gras tapas was lacking in flavour. I would not recommend for a " gastronomic " experience

Probably one of the nicest Steaks I've eaten. Lovely varied menu and great prices. Great and…read moreprompt service. Nice wine selection also