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Restaurante Cueva de Nerja

Name: Restaurante Cueva de Nerja
Address: Nerja, Málaga, 29780, ES
Telephone: +34952529600
Price range: 10-20 €

The restaurant within the Cueva de Nerja complex, with views of the Mediterranean and cuisine suited to groups, families and special occasions

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It is open every day, 10:00 to 19:00.
Most praised: Terrace with impressive coastal views · Fresh fried fish and Andalusian dishes · Options for coeliacs
Terrace · Kids welcome

Restaurante Cueva de Nerja is the restaurant inside the grounds of the Nerja Caves, two minutes from the cave entrance and about 4 km from the town centre. It is the most convenient place for breakfast before your visit or lunch afterwards without moving the car. It has a 3.4 rating on Google from almost 1,700 reviews.

The terrace. This is the best-rated feature: it has open views of the coast and the gardens, and the indoor dining room also looks out to sea. There are private rooms and it caters a lot for groups and organised excursions.

What there is. Breakfast, coffee and a simple Andalusian menu, in which the fried fish gets the most praise. There are coeliac options and a children's menu, and you pay €10-20 per person. It opens every day from 10:00 to 19:00, the same hours as cave visits.

Good to know. Criticism is consistent: waits when several groups arrive at once, uneven service from some waiters and slightly pricey dishes served without sides. If you are visiting independently, avoid the time when the midday tours finish. For other options, the village of Maro is 3 km away and Nerja 4 km.

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History

1960

The history of Restaurante Cueva de Nerja is tied to the development of tourism at the Nerja Cave, one of the most visited natural and cultural monuments in Málaga and in all of Andalusia. Since the cave officially opened to the public in 1960, the site has added services designed to improve the experience of those who come to this unique spot on the Costa del Sol, including a restaurant that is ideal for rounding off a visit.

In a privileged setting, Restaurante Cueva de Nerja has become a highly rated option for tourists, families and groups looking for somewhere to eat near the Nerja Cave without giving up comfort, views or a convenient location. Its proximity to the monument and the surrounding landscape, with views over the Mediterranean, Maro and the natural scenery, make it a perfect place for a break before or after the tour.
Restaurante Cueva de Nerja
Over time, the restaurant has become part of the area's tourist experience, offering visitors a pleasant place to rest and enjoy the atmosphere of Nerja. Rather than a standalone restaurant with a separate history, its story goes hand in hand with the growth of the Nerja Cave as a leading tourist, cultural and scenic destination in the province of Málaga.
Today, Restaurante Cueva de Nerja combines location, setting and service, and is a recommended choice for anyone wanting a complete experience in one of Nerja's most iconic tourist spots. Ideal if you are looking for a restaurant near the Nerja Cave, somewhere charming to eat in Nerja or a way to round off an unforgettable visit on the Costa del Sol.

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Review profile

Summary of the 1,000 most recent Google and Tripadvisor reviews (August 2012 – October 2026). These are visitors' opinions, analysed by EsNerja.

According to 1,000 recent reviews on Google (700) and Tripadvisor (300): standouts are view (100 % of 257 mentions), terrace (88 % of 46 mentions), location (90 % of 30 mentions); most mentioned: terrace with impressive coastal views · fresh fried fish and Andalusian dishes · options for coeliacs · convenient after visiting the cave.

Google vs Tripadvisor

Google 3.3 · Tripadvisor 3.0

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By review language

Spanish 3.1 (584) · English 3.0 (104)

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Last 12 months

3.4 (54) vs 3.0 (91) the year before

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Months with the best average rating

January, October, December

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What people talk about most, and how

Food57 % · 398
Service45 % · 263
View100 % · 257
Value for Money54 % · 180
Wait Time26 % · 111
Menu54 % · 110

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Frequently asked questions

Restaurante Cueva de Nerja is at Recinto Cueva de Nerja, 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 952 52 96 00 before you go.

Yes, Restaurante Cueva de Nerja takes reservations. You can book by calling 952 52 96 00.

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

Restaurante Cueva de Nerja has a 3.4 out of 5 rating on Google from 1,672 reviews. Restaurant beside the Nerja Cave with a terrace and coast views, handy for a meal or breakfast after the visit. The food and fried fish are liked, though there are repeated complaints about waits and some waiters' manner. Coeliac options available.

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