Top 5 Restaurants in Motril - Where to Eat Like a Local
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These bars usually serve meals as well, or you can simply enjoy a beer with a tapa (snack). Fish is a specialty in all of these places, and prices are average.
In the Poniente Beach area there are some other good restaurants such as the Alonso Beach Bar (phone: 958 824 198) and Estrella del Mar (phone: 958 602 570).
La Ballena Azul Restaurant
A family-run restaurant situated in a prime location, directly facing
Poniente beach.
The restaurant features a terrace with sea views and a serene atmosphere. The waitstaff is friendly, offering helpful advice on both food and wine.
They serve fresh, high-quality fish brought in from the port of Motril.
The restaurant offers homemade cuisine, including some outstanding family recipes such as octopus, seafood rice, and casserole.
La Ballena Azul Prices
The prices at Ballena Azul restaurant are slightly higher than those at other restaurants in the Poniente Beach area.Here are some prices: seafood paella for 17 euros, red mullets for 15 euros, clams for 12.50 euros, grilled sole for 18 euros, tuna loin for 16 euros, fried anchovies for 11 euros, desserts for 4-5 euros, etc.
La Ballena Azul Opening Hours
It is open year-round, except in November when it closes for staff vacations.
The restaurant operates from 09:00 to 16:30, closing only on Mondays.
Location and Telephone
While it's not situated right next to the sea, the restaurant features a lovely terrace overlooking the promenade.Address: Poniente Beach, s/n (km 47,59), Motril. Telephone: 958 600 694 - 656 825 580.
Zarcillo Restaurant in Motril
Zarcillo restaurant is situated in the heart of Motril, within a pedestrian zone, and stands out as
one of the culinary highlights of the city.
The restaurant offers meticulously crafted cuisine, creating an enjoyable dining experience. Additionally, it hosts monthly exhibitions and features a charming terrace with relaxing background music.
It's an ideal spot to enjoy tapas or dine in a pleasant atmosphere. The restaurant offers both a traditional dining room and an area with high chairs or stools.
Notable dishes include gulas with shrimps, mango strudel, ox or salmon tartare,
and gambas pil pil (prawns fried in garlic and chili).
Zarcillo Restaurant Prices
The prices are moderately high compared to other restaurants in this area.Here are some prices: cheese salad for 13.50 euros, chicken salad for 12 euros, bull's tail croquettes for 15.50 euros, baked salmon for 19 euros, lobster risotto for 22 euros, salmon tartar, etc.
Zarcillo Restaurant Opening Hours
Zarcillo restaurant is open from 13:00 to 00:00, and it's closed on Wednesdays.Location and Telephone
Centrally located near Parque de los Pueblos de America, the restaurant's parking options may be limited.Address: Calle Alonso Terrón 1, 18600 Motril. Telephone: 958 824 887.
Restaurant La Espichá
La Espichá is a small but cozy and quiet place, ideal for a great dinner or lunch, as well as enjoying some 'tapas'.
A place with a family atmosphere, it features a terrace with six tables.
They offer a home delivery service, and you can also opt to pick up the food at the premises.
The waiters are very attentive and efficient.
Type of Cuisine
A good place to enjoy quality seafood products at a reasonable price. Customers can
choose from fish as well as shellfish at the fresh fish counter.
Traditional cuisine, variety of local products, very fresh fish, recently brought from the fish market of Motril daily.
Standout dishes include the espichá, homemade tiger mussels, grilled squid, shrimp patties, razor clams, and risotto. Don't miss out on their delicious homemade desserts.
Generous portions are served, and even if you order food, they will still provide tapas (snacks) with all the drinks
Restaurant La Espichá Opening Times
The restaurant La Espicha is open from Tuesday to Sunday, from 13:00 to 16:30. It is closed on Mondays.Restaurant La Espichá Prices
The restaurant offers average prices, with some examples including anchovies for 10 euros, hake, seafood risotto,
or espichás with eggs and garlic for 12 euros, and black squid for 14 euros, among others.
Contact Details
It is located very close to the center, with nearby parking available, which is highly valued in Motril.The restaurant is usually full, and since the terrace is small, it's recommended to book in advance if you prefer dining outside.
Address: Restaurant La Espichá, Calle Dr. Tercedor 8, 18600 Motril, Granada. Telephone: 958 977 911.
Bambú Beach Restaurant
A lovely restaurant with beautiful interior and exterior design, situated on the tranquil sands of Poniente beach.
It's a perfect place to dine, enjoy a coffee, or have a drink accompanied by lounge music.
Located in a quiet area, it has a semi-open terrace, protected from the wind and rain.
A great place to go with children, it offers outdoor space for safe play, away from cars. The tables are equipped with draw-on tablecloths to keep children entertained.
It offers fresh seasonal fish and traditional homemade desserts typical of Motril.
The waiters are friendly and attentive; they describe dishes and provide recommendations.
Bamboo Beach Prices
With good value for money, the menu is innovative and well-prepared. Everything on it is delicious, so don't forget to save room for dessert.
Here are some prices from the menu: grilled octopus for 22 euros, huevos rotos (broken eggs)
for 14 euros, anchovies for 9 euros, sardines, squid, or dogfish for 9 euros each, beef hamburger for 10 euros,
croquettes choco for 10 euros, and so on.
Bambú Beach Opening Hours
Restaurant Bambú Beach opens from 10:00 to 21:30, Wednesday through Monday. It is closed on Tuesdays.Location and Telephone
Address: Restaturant Bambú Beach, Poniente Beach, 18613 Motril, Granada. Telephone: 858 990 221.Cerveceria-Ristorante Marelli
It's a modern and pleasant venue, specializing in Italian cuisine.
It's recommended if you're looking to try something different from seafood.
It offers pizzas, pastas, meats, delicious desserts, and a selection of fish dishes as well.
It's a good place for both dinner and tapas, suitable for outings with friends or family. They have a lounge, terrace, and bar.
They offer original and authentic flavors. Their thin crust pizzas are particularly good, and their pasta dishes are delicious as well.
The tapas maintain the essence of traditional cuisine while also incorporating a modern touch.
The tapas are varied but come in modest portions. However, they make up for it with plentiful dessert options.
The pizzas are also available for takeaway orders.
Recommended dishes include the pizza with broken eggs or shrimp and garlic, steak tartare, octopus, provoleta with piadina, and more.
The staff is friendly and attentive.
Usually, you can park directly at the door, but finding a spot might be more challenging late in the evening.
Marelli Opening Hours
Cerveceria-Ristorante Marelli is open daily from 13:00 to 16:00 and from 20:00 to 24:00.Marelli Prices
It offers good value for money. Some dishes include the Venezia salad for 9 euros, red tuna loin
or Iberian pork secreto for 15 euros each, pork tenderloin for 14 euros, veal for 21 euros, pizzas ranging from
7 to 10 euros, risotto for 12 euros, and so on.
Location and Telephone
It is located on the outskirts of outskirts of Motril next to ALDI and McDonalds. There is very good access from the N-340 road.Address: Cerveceria-Ristorante Marelli, Calle Río Guadiana, 12, 18600 Motril, Granada. Telephone: 958 058 773.
Also, find more information about restaurants in nearby villages:
Almuñécar Restaurants,
Salobreña Restaurants,
La Herradura Restaurants.
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Opinions about Restaurants in Motril
Good food and a cozy atmosphere
We went to Baena Azul based on recommendations, and it was a great choice. From the first moment, you can tell it is a family business with a cozy atmosphere. Esteban served us wonderfully and advised us on what and how much to order.
The dishes, such as the shrimps, tuna loins, and fish fry, were delicious, and the homemade cheesecake was the perfect finishing touch.
The furnishings could be updated, but the friendliness of the staff and the quality of the food make it worthwhile.
La Espicha, a good gastronomic experience
It is a place that offers a good gastronomic experience with typical dishes of the area. Although the price is high, the quality of the dishes and the personalized attention compensate for it, and the option to accept pets is an advantage.
The freshness of the fish and the quality of the service are good, with outstanding dishes such as the typical Motril 'La espichá' and the homemade desserts.
Nice spot, but not cheap
We had a great time at Bambu Beach bar. The prices are a bit high, but the atmosphere, food, and service are worth it. I had salmon croquettes and toasts that were really tasty.
The music was good, and the staff was friendly. It’s right by a quiet, family-friendly beach, so it's a nice spot for a late-night dinner.
