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El Gusto De La Cala

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Blvd. de la Cala, 3, 29649 La Cala de Mijas, Málaga, Spain

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El Gusto De La Cala

About El Gusto De La Cala

I’m excited to introduce El Gusto De La Cala, a restaurant that captures the relaxed spirit of the Costa del Sol while keeping food lovers seriously happy. Sitting right on Blvd. de la Cala, 3, 29649 La Cala de Mijas, Málaga, Spain, this spot feels instantly welcoming, whether you’re a local popping in or a visitor exploring the area. El Gusto De La Cala has that easygoing restaurant vibe where conversations flow, plates are meant to be shared, and nobody is rushing you out the door. From the moment you arrive, the outdoor seating pulls you in, especially on warm evenings when the street buzzes with life and clinking glasses set the mood.

What really stands out about El Gusto De La Cala is how flexible the experience is. You can settle in for a relaxed dine-in meal, grab a quick takeaway, or enjoy the convenience of delivery when staying nearby. The menu leans into variety, offering everything from healthy options and fresh salads to small plates that make happy-hour drinks even more tempting. There’s a strong focus on organic dishes, along with clearly thought-out vegan and vegetarian options, so different tastes and lifestyles feel genuinely considered.

Drinks are clearly part of the personality here, with a solid selection of wine, beer, cocktails, and spirits that work just as well for a casual afternoon coffee as they do for a lively evening meet-up. Happy-hour drinks add extra energy to the place, while the private dining room gives groups a more intimate way to enjoy the space. El Gusto De La Cala comes across as a restaurant designed for real people, real moments, and food that fits seamlessly into the rhythm of La Cala de Mijas. It’s the kind of place where a quick bite can easily turn into a long, relaxed session of small plates, shared cocktails, and easy conversation that matches the coastal pace.

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Prices and dish names are transcribed from the restaurant's printed menu, photographed in August 2026 and reproduced on the menu page. Hours, address and service options come from the restaurant's public business profile. An editor confirmed the restaurant was trading on 4 September 2026. Something wrong? Tell us.

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Service options

  • Outdoor seating
  • On-site services
  • Takeaway
  • Dine-in
  • Delivery

Highlights

  • Great beer selection
  • Great cocktails
  • Great coffee
  • Great dessert
  • Great wine list
  • Live music
  • Rooftop seating

Popular for

  • Breakfast
  • Lunch
  • Dinner
  • Solo dining

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair-accessible car park
  • Wheelchair-accessible entrance
  • Wheelchair-accessible seating
  • Wheelchair-accessible toilet

Offerings

  • Alcohol
  • Beer
  • Cocktails
  • Coffee
  • Happy-hour drinks
  • Healthy options
  • Organic dishes
  • Private dining room
  • Quick bite
  • Salad bar
  • Small plates
  • Spirits
  • Vegan options
  • Vegetarian options
  • Wine

Dining options

  • Breakfast
  • Brunch
  • Lunch
  • Dinner
  • Counter service
  • Dessert
  • Seating
  • Table service

Amenities

  • Bar on site
  • Toilet
  • Wi-Fi
  • Wi-Fi

Atmosphere

  • Casual
  • Cosy
  • Romantic
  • Trendy

Crowd

  • Family friendly
  • Groups
  • LGBTQ+ friendly
  • Tourists
  • Transgender safe space

Planning

  • Dinner reservations recommended
  • Accepts reservations

Payments

  • Credit cards
  • Debit cards
  • NFC mobile payments
  • Credit cards

Children

  • Good for kids
  • Has changing table(s)
  • High chairs
  • Kids' menu

Parking

  • Free of charge street parking
  • Free parking lot

Pets

  • Dogs allowed outside

Opening hours

  • Monday 09:00 AM - 10:30 PM
  • Tuesday 09:00 AM - 10:30 PM
  • Wednesday 09:00 AM - 10:30 PM
  • Thursday 09:00 AM - 10:30 PM
  • Friday 09:00 AM - 10:30 PM
  • Saturday 09:00 AM - 10:30 PM
  • Sunday 09:00 AM - 10:30 PM

Hours can change on public holidays. Call ahead if you are making a special trip.

Location

Blvd. de la Cala, 3, 29649 La Cala de Mijas, Málaga, Spain

Diner notes

4.3 4.3 out of 5 · 1040 notes
  • 5 stars 793
  • 4 stars 260
  • 3 stars 96
  • 2 stars 41
  • 1 stars 69
5 out of 5
El Gusto de la Cala - review of christmas day dinner First time we have been since change of ownership Set menu was €34.50pp (so we booked quickly). Starters french onion soup chicken liver pate Both excellent, decent sized portions, not too much, which was good. Main courses Turkey and all the trimmings Excellent, well cooked, seasoned well, veg was good, gravy was yummmmm. (A tad too much for us, but excellent) Puddings Cheesecake Xmas pud Both delicious, what more to say. Staff - service was top class, all do their jobs very well. Overall - superb value for money for christmas day, we will definitely be back
GY Gillian York Ate here , 17:02 am
4 out of 5
A new restaurant on our list for this year's annual golf trip. The decor is nice and bright and the service is great. The food was very good with an extensive range to suit all tastes. Certainly will go back.
SR Steve Ralph Ate here , 17:02 am
5 out of 5
What a fabulous place to have dinner. Amazing food, very efficient and friendly staff. Definitely will be back.
SF Sue Fry Ate here , 17:02 am

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