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

Restaurante el Mirador, Conde de Guadalhorce reservoir

After walking the Caminito del Rey, you’ll probably be ready for a good meal. Fortunately, there are several places to eat around El Chorro, the Guadalhorce reservoirs and the surrounding villages, serving everything from traditional Andalusian food to hearty meat dishes and lighter options.

Over the years, I’ve eaten my way around the restaurants and bars near the trail. These are my personal picks, based on places I’ve actually tried and enjoyed, each for different reasons. Whether you’re looking for somewhere to eat before your walk, a good lunch afterwards or a restaurant with a view, here’s where I’d start.

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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