It is common to eat dinner between 8:30pm – 11:00pm. Most restaurants will open at about 8:00 pm and serve food until 12:00 am. Meat is a staple in the diet as Spain is known for its tapas and jamón ibérico, however, Málaga is also a vegetarian friendly city.

In Spain, meal times are usually later than in other countries. Here's a typical overview:

Breakfast (7:00-9:00)
It is usually light, such as coffee with milk, toast, or pastries.
In some cases, it is complemented with orange juice or fruit.

Mid-morning snack (11:00-12:00)
In the late morning, many people have a snack, such as a sandwich, a tapa, or coffee with something sweet.

Lunch (13:30-15:30)
This is the main meal of the day and typically includes several courses: a starter, a main course, dessert, and a drink.
In some areas, this schedule can extend until 16:00.

Afternoon snack (17:00-19:00)
A small meal between lunch and dinner, such as sandwiches, fruit, or sweets, especially for children or those who have dinner late.

Dinner (20:30-23:00)

Eating local food is essential to experience local culture, and Málaga has incredible restaurants! Here are some of our recommendations! 

Foods to try in Málaga

Tapas

• Patatas bravas (fried potatoes with a spicy sauce)

• Croquetas de jamón, pollo, o bacalo (made with ham, chicken, or cod fish)

• Espetos (sardines cooked in a traditional way)

• Pinchos (a piece of bread with a variety of things on top of it)

• Calamares (fresh fried squid)

Paella

• De marisco (with seafood)

• A la valenciana (original Valencian style paella with meat, traditionally with rabbit)

• Meat paella

• Vegetariana (veggie)

Sopas

• Gazpacho

• Puchero

• Picadillo

• Lentejas

Desayunos y meriendas

• Churros con chocolate

• Pitufo con aceite

• Dulce Loca

Here are some recommendations