Chiringuito África Beach Beach bar & restaurant on Playa de La Rada, Estepona
We are on Estepona's seafront promenade (Avenida España, s/n), right on the sand of Playa de La Rada and about a five-minute walk from the old town. We grill sardines espeto style, fry fish the Málaga way and cook paella to order. Open 10:30–20:00 every day except Thursday; closed for the season in winter.
- Opening hours
- 10:30–20:00 · closed on Thursdays
- Bookings
- By phone: +34 952 11 32 99
- Average price
- €20–30 per person
la carta What people order
All prices include VAT. Our full menu lists every dish in Spanish and English, and the drinks list includes twelve cocktails (€11–13), sangria and over thirty gins.
Sardine espeto
€13.00
Sardines skewered on a cane and grilled over embers — the classic Málaga beach dish.
King prawns espeto
€21.00
Grilled over the embers or on the hotplate, served with salad.
Rice dishes & paella
from €19.00 per person
Cooked to order: 30–40 minutes, minimum two people.
Clams in white wine
€17.00
Clams in a white wine sauce — keep some bread for dipping.
Grilled squid
€27.50
Whole squid cooked on the hotplate.
Shrimp fritters (tortillitas)
€3.75 each
Thin and crunchy — order them while your rice is cooking.
find us Hours · Directions
29680 Estepona (Málaga), Spain
Bookings: +34 952 11 32 99
| Monday | 10:30 – 20:00 |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 10:30 – 20:00 |
| Wednesday | 10:30 – 20:00 |
| Thursday | Closed |
| Friday | 10:30 – 20:00 |
| Saturday | 10:30 – 20:00 |
| Sunday | 10:30 – 20:00 |
Closed for the season from 18 October to 20 February. Hours may change on public holidays — call ahead if in doubt. Marbella is about 25 minutes away by car and Málaga airport just under an hour along the AP-7.
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good to know FAQ
Can I book a table?
Yes, by phone on +34 952 11 32 99. In summer and at weekends it is worth calling ahead.
How long does the paella take?
Paella and rice dishes are cooked to order and take 30–40 minutes. Minimum two people; prices are per person (€19–21).
Do you have sunbeds?
Yes, there is a sunbed service on Playa de La Rada. Call us to check availability. Food and drinks served on the sunbeds carry a €0.50 beach-service supplement per item.
Is there anything gluten-free or vegetarian?
We have gluten-free bread, and vegetarian dishes such as gazpacho, Spanish omelette, caprese and Mediterranean salads, and margherita pizza. Tell our staff about any allergy before ordering.