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Mon Ami Nerja

Located in the lively Plaza del Olvido, Mon Ami Nerja is the go-to dining destination for those seeking the best halal cuisine on the Costa del Sol. Its offering combines traditional flavours with impeccable presentation in a welcoming and modern setting.

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  • Opening hours: Monday to Wednesday, 8:00 to 2:00; Thursday, 9:00 to 24:00; Friday to Sunday, 8:00 to 2:00.
  • Most praised: Generous, fresh seafood paella · Tasty pastilla and couscous · Friendly, hospitable staff
  • Kids welcome

Mon Ami Nerja is a halal restaurant on Plaza del Olvido, in Nerja. It has a 4.8 out of 5 rating on Google from 651 reviews, and the average price is €10-20 per person.

Home-style restaurant with Moroccan touches and paella, set on a quiet square with a patio. Very well rated for its seafood paella, pastilla, couscous and warm hospitality. A few guests found the tagines a little bland.

What people like most

  • Generous, fresh seafood paella
  • Tasty pastilla and couscous
  • Friendly, hospitable staff
  • Quiet patio and fair prices

Worth knowing

  • Opening hours: Monday to Wednesday, 8:00 to 2:00; Thursday, 9:00 to 24:00; Friday to Sunday, 8:00 to 2:00.
  • Chicken tagine inconsistent, some say

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Review profile

Summary of the 301 most recent Google reviews (July 2026 – October 2026). These are visitors' opinions, analysed by EsNerja.

According to 301 recent reviews on Google (301): standouts are food (96 % of 225 mentions), service (94 % of 86 mentions), portions (98 % of 42 mentions); most mentioned: generous, fresh seafood paella · tasty pastilla and couscous · friendly, hospitable staff · quiet patio and fair prices.

What people talk about most, and how

  • Food96 % · 225
  • Service94 % · 86
  • Portions98 % · 42
  • Value for Money97 % · 37
  • Atmosphere100 % · 31
  • Wait Time58 % · 18

Share of positive mentions and number of reviews that mention it.

Frequently asked questions

Mon Ami Nerja is at Pl. del Olvido, 29780 Nerja, Málaga.
Opening hours: Monday to Wednesday, 8:00 to 2:00; Thursday, 9:00 to 24:00; Friday to Sunday, 8:00 to 2:00. These are the hours it lists on Google; they can change on public holidays and out of season, so call 951 54 93 68 before you go.
According to Google, the average price is €10–20 per person.

Mon Ami Nerja has a 4.8 out of 5 rating on Google from 651 reviews. Home-style restaurant with Moroccan touches and paella, set on a quiet square with a patio. Very well rated for its seafood paella, pastilla, couscous and warm hospitality. A few guests found the tagines a little bland.

What people like most:

  • Generous, fresh seafood paella
  • Tasty pastilla and couscous
  • Friendly, hospitable staff
  • Quiet patio and fair prices
Yes, it is a good place to go with children.
Yes, it takes cards and mobile payments.

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Mon Ami Nerja

Halal cuisine

Pl. del Olvido, 29780 Nerja, Málaga

951 54 93 68