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Colosseo

Colosseo is a benchmark Italian pizzeria in the centre of Nerja that stands out for its artisanal thin and crispy pizzas. Located on the picturesque Calle de la Cruz, it is the ideal place to enjoy an authentic and cosy dinner.

In 10 seconds

  • Opening hours: Monday to Wednesday, 14:00 to 16:00 and 19:00 to 24:00; Saturday and Sunday, 14:00 to 16:00 and 19:00 to 24:00. Closed on Thursdays and Fridays.
  • Most praised: Authentic carbonara and pizza · Homemade tiramisu · Very friendly owner and team
  • Terrace · Kids welcome

Colosseo is a pizzeria on Calle la Cruz, 16, in Nerja. It has a 4.7 out of 5 rating on Google from 769 reviews, and the average price is €10-20 per person.

A small Italian restaurant a little off the centre, with highly praised carbonara, pizza and homemade tiramisu. Diners single out the owner's warm welcome, the cool patio and the fair prices. Ratings are almost always very positive.

What people like most

  • Authentic carbonara and pizza
  • Homemade tiramisu
  • Very friendly owner and team
  • Cool patio, cosy interior

Worth knowing

  • Opening hours: Monday to Wednesday, 14:00 to 16:00 and 19:00 to 24:00; Saturday and Sunday, 14:00 to 16:00 and 19:00 to 24:00. Closed on Thursdays and Fridays.

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Review profile

Summary of the 300 most recent Google reviews (August 2024 – October 2026). These are visitors' opinions, analysed by EsNerja.

According to 300 recent reviews on Google (300): standouts are food (92 % of 228 mentions), atmosphere (93 % of 80 mentions), service (97 % of 60 mentions); most mentioned: authentic carbonara and pizza · homemade tiramisu · very friendly owner and team · cool patio, cosy interior.

Last 12 months

4.3 (87) vs 4.8 (176) the year before

The rating is slipping.

Months with the best average rating

April, August, December

Based on review dates; not a forecast.

What people talk about most, and how

  • Food92 % · 228
  • Atmosphere93 % · 80
  • Service97 % · 60
  • Value for Money94 % · 34
  • Terrace98 % · 23
  • Wait Time57 % · 14

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

Frequently asked questions

Colosseo is at C. la Cruz, 16, 29780 Nerja, Málaga.
Opening hours: Monday to Wednesday, 14:00 to 16:00 and 19:00 to 24:00; Saturday and Sunday, 14:00 to 16:00 and 19:00 to 24:00. Closed on Thursdays and Fridays. These are the hours it lists on Google; they can change on public holidays and out of season, so call 604 42 25 69 before you go.
Yes, Colosseo takes reservations, and booking is recommended for dinner. You can book by calling 604 42 25 69.
According to Google, the average price is €10–20 per person.

Colosseo has a 4.7 out of 5 rating on Google from 769 reviews. A small Italian restaurant a little off the centre, with highly praised carbonara, pizza and homemade tiramisu. Diners single out the owner's warm welcome, the cool patio and the fair prices. Ratings are almost always very positive.

What people like most:

  • Authentic carbonara and pizza
  • Homemade tiramisu
  • Very friendly owner and team
  • Cool patio, cosy interior
Yes, it has tables outside.
Yes, it is a good place to go with children and has high chairs.
Yes, dogs are welcome.

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C. la Cruz, 16, 29780 Nerja, Málaga

604 42 25 69