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Google has decided to pay tribute to the espetos in its daily doodle. Thus, this traditional Malaga dish has become the protagonist of its home page with an animation of this typical fish. The espeto is prepared mainly with sardines and consists of skewering, or piercing, with a pointed instrument, fish (or other foods) to roast them. In the chiringuitos of Malaga and the rest of the Andalusian coast, the espetos de sardinas are a real must on the menu.
In the Google doodle you can see how an espetero is preparing the espetos in a boat. Undoubtedly, a very recognizable image on the Costa del Sol. If you have worked up an appetite and want to try this typical Malaga dish, here are some places you should visit.
Maricarmen Casa Playa
It received the award The Best Chiringuito 2022 from Tapas Magazine and for a reason. It is an old family house that its owners opened seven years ago with the idea of turning this corner of the Costa del Sol into an attainable paradise. As for its gastronomic proposal, it fuses traditional elaborations and adds a “touch of nonsense”, as they define it. Of course, you can try some delicious espetos, but they also have other star dishes such as Maricarmen’s special Russian salad with fried egg, scallops pil pil malagueño with parmesan au gratin, nigiris or uramakis.
Where? At Calle Escritor Alarcón Bonel, 2
Restaurante Narval
This restaurant is the ideal place to enjoy the traditional fried fish with good sea views. In their menu you will find espetos del día at 3 € and many more options, don’t miss it!
Where? At Calle Banda del Mar, 139
El Caleño
Located on the Paseo Marítimo El Pedregal, it offers delicious sardines and anchovies espetos. In addition, they also have other options of squid, squid, red mullet and horse mackerel. You will also find seafood with fine shell and coquina and, of course, their rice dishes. A must-visit to enjoy a traditional Malaga meal.
Where? At Paseo Marítimo El Pedregal 49,
Taberna El Mentidero
This tavern founded in 2012 offers an extensive menu to discover the best recipes of Malaga cuisine. Specializing in fish espetado, you can not miss their sardines, but also try other espetos of sea bream, sea bass, prawns or grilled octopus. And, of course, accompanied by other typical tapas of Andalusian cuisine.
Where? At calle Sánchez Pastor, 12
El Zagal
It is another of the best options to taste the classic espetos in Malaga. It is located in the neighborhood of El Palo and has been for almost 50 years one of the reference taverns in the city. Here they serve espetos and more fried fish of the day that you must try.
Where? At Calle Quitapenas, 23
Beluga – Cocina Meridiana
In this restaurant that cooks seafood, based on seafood products, chef Diego René includes a spit croquette that is delicious. In addition, you will find plenty of rice dishes, which are another of the restaurant’s strong points.
Where? At Plaza de las Flores, 3