Best Places to Eat Near El Caminito del Rey: My Personal Picks

Restaurante el Mirador, Conde de Guadalhorce reservoir

Walking El Caminito del Rey is an experience that stays with you—the narrow paths, the sheer cliffs, and the views across the Desfiladero de los Gaitanes are unforgettable. But after (or even before) the hike, trust me, you’ll want something good to eat. Over the years, I’ve eaten my way around the restaurants and bars near the trail and enjoyed everything from hearty local dishes to inventive twists on Andalusian classics, there’s certainly plenty to choose from!

Here are the places I’ve actually tried and loved—each one for different reasons.

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Restaurant El Mirador – Dining with Panoramic Views at the Guadalhorce Reservoir

Restaurante el Mirador, Conde de Guadalhorce reservoir

A Restaurant with a View

The setting for Restaurant El Mirador is nothing short of breathtaking. Perched above the shimmering waters of the Guadalhorce reservoir, the restaurant offers sweeping views of both the lake and the surrounding Andalusian countryside. Thanks to its elevated position just above the road tunnel on the A-444, only 3 kilometres from the Guadalhorce dam, it is easy to reach while still feeling wonderfully secluded.

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The bar at the train station – El Chorro

Oh dear, what can I say about this place… Located right on the train station at El Chorro this bar serves up some fairly standard dishes. It’s OK for a beer whilst you are waiting for the train but it’s not high on my list for a place to eat in the El Chorro area. … Read more