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Málaga food guide
best places to eat in málaga: food guide el pimpi: málaga’s most iconic tavern more than just a restaurant El Pimpi is not just a place to eat; it is the…
What to order: tapas and traditional dishes
The menu at El Pimpi is long enough to confuse, so it helps to go in with a few classics in mind. Think jamón ibérico sliced to order, perfectly cold gazpacho in summer, salmorejo with toppings, gambas al pil-pil still sizzling in garlic and chili, and local fried fish served in generous platters to share.
For something more filling, there are stews such as rabo de toro, grilled meats and baked cod dishes. If you see “fideos tostados” or any daily special chalked on the board, pay attention; the kitchen usually reserves that space for dishes locals actually order.
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