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Bar Esquina Paulina

Located on the lively Almirante Ferrándiz street, Bar Esquina Paulina is an essential spot in Nerja for enjoying homemade tapas and generous portions. With excellent value for money, it stands out for its welcoming atmosphere and friendly service.

In 10 seconds

  • Opening hours: Monday to Friday, 18:00 to 1:00. Closed on Saturdays and Sundays.
  • Most praised: Simple, fairly priced tapas · Cheese and Iberian meat boards · Quiet street, outdoor seating
  • Terrace

Bar Esquina Paulina is on Calle Almirante Ferrándiz, 45, in Nerja. It has a 4.7 out of 5 rating on Google from 630 reviews, and the average price is €10-20 per person.

A small tapas and wine bar on a quiet street in the centre, with an authentic, relaxed feel. Very well rated for simple tapas, cheese and cured-meat boards and friendly service. The menu is short.

What people like most

  • Simple, fairly priced tapas
  • Cheese and Iberian meat boards
  • Quiet street, outdoor seating
  • Good wine selection

Worth knowing

  • Opening hours: Monday to Friday, 18:00 to 1:00. Closed on Saturdays and Sundays.
  • Short menu

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Review profile

Summary of the 600 most recent Google and Tripadvisor reviews (September 2015 – October 2026). These are visitors' opinions, analysed by EsNerja.

According to 600 recent reviews on Google (300) and Tripadvisor (300): standouts are food (96 % of 309 mentions), atmosphere (98 % of 224 mentions), service (99 % of 67 mentions); most mentioned: simple, fairly priced tapas · cheese and Iberian meat boards · quiet street, outdoor seating · good wine selection.

Google vs Tripadvisor

Google 4.7 · Tripadvisor 4.6

Both platforms agree.

By review language

Spanish 4.7 (316) · English 4.7 (199)

Language hints at who is reviewing (locals and Spanish visitors, or foreign visitors).

Last 12 months

4.6 (66) vs 4.8 (84) the year before

The rating is slipping.

Months with the best average rating

January, February, May

Based on review dates; not a forecast.

What people talk about most, and how

  • Food96 % · 309
  • Atmosphere98 % · 224
  • Value for Money82 % · 71
  • Service99 % · 67
  • Menu47 % · 60
  • Terrace71 % · 56

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

Frequently asked questions

Bar Esquina Paulina is at C. Almte. Ferrándiz, 45, 29780 Nerja, Málaga.
Opening hours: Monday to Friday, 18:00 to 1:00. Closed on Saturdays and Sundays. These are the hours it lists on Google; they can change on public holidays and out of season, so call 951 68 47 01 before you go.
According to Google, the average price is €10–20 per person.

Bar Esquina Paulina has a 4.7 out of 5 rating on Google from 630 reviews. A small tapas and wine bar on a quiet street in the centre, with an authentic, relaxed feel. Very well rated for simple tapas, cheese and cured-meat boards and friendly service. The menu is short.

What people like most:

  • Simple, fairly priced tapas
  • Cheese and Iberian meat boards
  • Quiet street, outdoor seating
  • Good wine selection
Yes, it has tables outside.
Yes, it takes cards and mobile payments.

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C. Almte. Ferrándiz, 45, 29780 Nerja, Málaga

951 68 47 01