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Chiringuito Mauri

Name: Chiringuito Mauri
Address: Nerja, Málaga, 29780, ES
Telephone: +34630550511
Price range: 10-20 €

A beach chiringuito with grilled fresh fish and generous paella that has won word of mouth even among the Italians who visit the Cuevas de Nerja

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It is open every day, 10:00 to 19:00.
Most praised: Excellent paella and rice dishes · Fresh fish and seafood · Friendly, attentive staff
Terrace · Kids welcome

Chiringuito Mauri is on El Playazo, the big beach on the west side of Nerja, about 2 km from the Balcón de Europa. It has a 4.5 rating on Google from more than 450 reviews, and what people value most is the value for money and eating with your feet almost in the sand.

What to order. Paella and rice dishes (the yellow rice and the seafood paella are the most recommended), sardine espetos, fried fish such as kingklip and squid, garlic prawns and mussels. Expect to pay €10-20 per person. The staff know their allergens well, coeliac needs included, and tell you before you ask.

How it works. They don't take bookings: when there is a waiting list they take your name and call you when your table is ready, so you can have a swim in the meantime. At lunchtime in summer the wait is long, and it is the most common complaint. It opens every day from 10:00 to 19:00 and also does takeaway.

Who it suits. Families and groups spending the day at El Playazo who want an old-style beach bar, unpretentious and good value. More options in our guide to beach bars in Nerja.

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History

Chiringuito Mauri in Nerja is part of the culinary tradition of the Nerja coast and has become one of the best-known places on El Playazo Beach. Its story is tied to the style of the classic beach bars of the eastern Costa del Sol, where the stars are fresh fish, sardine skewers (espetos) and rice dishes by the sea. Over time, Mauri has become a reference for anyone wanting to enjoy seafood in a relaxed setting, with views of the Mediterranean, on one of Nerja's widest beaches.

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Review profile

Summary of the 484 most recent Google and Tripadvisor reviews (October 2023 – August 2026). These are visitors' opinions, analysed by EsNerja.

According to 484 recent reviews on Google (462) and Tripadvisor (22): standouts are food (94 % of 263 mentions), value for money (94 % of 93 mentions), location (99 % of 58 mentions); most mentioned: excellent paella and rice dishes · fresh fish and seafood · friendly, attentive staff · good value for money.

Last 12 months

4.4 (147) vs 4.5 (165) the year before

The rating is slipping.

Months with the best average rating

February, November, December

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What people talk about most, and how

Food94 % · 263
Value for Money94 % · 93
Service89 % · 77
Location99 % · 58
Atmosphere97 % · 56
Wait Time70 % · 43

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

Frequently asked questions

Chiringuito Mauri is at 29780 Nerja, Málaga. There is usually free street parking nearby.

It is open every day, 10:00 to 19:00. These are the hours it lists on Google; they can change on public holidays and out of season, so call 630 55 05 11 before you go.

According to Google, the average price is €10–20 per person.

Chiringuito Mauri has a 4.5 out of 5 rating on Google from 460 reviews. Customers generally praise this beachfront chiringuito for its tasty rice dishes, fried fish and espetos, alongside friendly, attentive service and good value. However, a few reviews mention poor treatment, long waits, and inconsistency in some dishes or opening times.

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