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Safran Restaurante

Safran Restaurante is a culinary gem in the centre of Nerja, standing out for its signature Mediterranean cuisine and impeccable service. Located on the busy Calle Castilla Pérez, it offers a high-quality dining experience with a contemporary touch.

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  • Most praised: Refined, flavourful Moroccan cooking · Pastilla and slow-cooked lamb · Very attentive, friendly service
  • Terrace · Kids welcome

Safran Restaurante is a restaurant on Calle Castilla Pérez, 66, in Nerja. It has a 5.0 out of 5 rating on Google from 162 reviews, and the average price is €20-30 per person.

Small restaurant serving modern Moroccan cuisine, with almost uniformly excellent reviews. The pastilla and slow-cooked lamb stand out, along with attentive, friendly service. A discreet, intimate spot for dinner for two; booking is wise.

What people like most

  • Refined, flavourful Moroccan cooking
  • Pastilla and slow-cooked lamb
  • Very attentive, friendly service
  • Carefully presented dishes

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Review profile

Summary of the 194 most recent Google and Tripadvisor reviews (March 2025 – October 2026). These are visitors' opinions, analysed by EsNerja.

According to 194 recent reviews on Google (146) and Tripadvisor (48): standouts are food (99 % of 173 mentions), service (99 % of 81 mentions), value for money (93 % of 30 mentions); most mentioned: refined, flavourful Moroccan cooking · pastilla and slow-cooked lamb · very attentive, friendly service · carefully presented dishes.

Google vs Tripadvisor

Google 4.9 · Tripadvisor 4.9

Both platforms agree.

By review language

Spanish 4.9 (146) · English 4.9 (48)

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

Last 12 months

4.9 (120) vs 5.0 (74) the year before

The rating is steady.

What people talk about most, and how

  • Food99 % · 173
  • Service99 % · 81
  • Atmosphere91 % · 32
  • Value for Money93 % · 30
  • Menu95 % · 19
  • Reservation50 % · 10

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

Frequently asked questions

Safran Restaurante is at Calle Castilla Pérez, 66, 29780 Nerja, Málaga. There is usually free street parking nearby.
Yes, Safran Restaurante takes reservations. You can book by calling 952 12 35 42.
According to Google, the average price is €20–30 per person.

Safran Restaurante has a 5.0 out of 5 rating on Google from 162 reviews. Small restaurant serving modern Moroccan cuisine, with almost uniformly excellent reviews. The pastilla and slow-cooked lamb stand out, along with attentive, friendly service. A discreet, intimate spot for dinner for two; booking is wise.

What people like most:

  • Refined, flavourful Moroccan cooking
  • Pastilla and slow-cooked lamb
  • Very attentive, friendly service
  • Carefully presented dishes
Yes, it has tables outside.
Yes, it is a good place to go with children.
Yes, it takes cards and mobile payments.

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Safran Restaurante

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Calle Castilla Pérez, 66, 29780 Nerja, Málaga

952 12 35 42