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El Pimpi: best tapas bars in Malaga

Terrace of the El Pimpi winery bar in the city of Malaga
Terrace of the El Pimpi winery bar in the city of Malaga

In the several trips I have made to the Malaga city, riding a Andalusia, I have learned that you cannot consider that you have visited it if you have not gone to drink wine or tapas at the winery bar El Pimpi.

The Pimpi It is an emblematic winery, with many years of history, that has become one of the most popular icons of the Andalusian city and the Costa del Sol.

The Pimpi has earned its fame for many years for being a meeting point for artists and people from the world of culture.

In this way, when now visits the El Pimpi tavern, either at noon or at dinner time, you will find a typical andalusian winery with several different rooms and environments.

And yes, they are always very popular with locals and especially tourists.

Where is El Pimpi in Malaga

Getting to the El Pimpi winery It is very easy, since it is located next to the headquarters of the Picasso Museum, in an 18th century mansion with two facades.

The main entrance is in the Granada street, but perhaps the easiest way to get there is through its opposite façade, where it has a large terrace that overlooks the very central Alcazabilla street, in front of Roman Theatre and Alcazaba.

Dedications in the Hall of Boats at the El Pimpi winery bar in Malaga
Dedications in the Hall of Boats at the El Pimpi winery bar in Malaga

Curiosities history of El Pimpi

El name of El Pimpi remembers the young people who were very popular in the city of Malaga, those known as pimpis, who helped transport the luggage of passengers arriving on ships to the city's port.

But also the pimpis They acted as tourist guides of Malaga, showing the monuments and taking visitors to the taverns to try the fried fish and enjoy the flamenco tablaos.

If you access The Pimpi for its façade Granada street, after passing the Patio of the Geraniums, you arrive at the La Repompa room, a famous Malaga singer who performed for years at the establishment.

Inside you have the Tertulias room, the one preferred by artists, and then you get to the Courtyard of the Vines, where you will see a baroque fountain.

Dedications of famous people in El Pimpi

Further ahead is the Boat Show, where you will find century-old oak barrels, with dedications from famous people who have passed through El Pimpi.

Dedications in the Hall of Boats at the El Pimpi winery bar in Malaga
Dedications in the Hall of Boats at the El Pimpi winery bar in Malaga

Thus, you can see the dedications of Anthony Gala, Paco Rabal o Antonio Banderas.

On the upper floor is the room known as DovecoteIn which Gloria Fuertes On Fridays he used to recite his poems during gatherings with artists and writers.

On the facade of the El Pimpi winery that overlooks the Alcazabilla street There is a large tile mosaic that commemorates artists who have performed in the establishment, such as Argentine Empire, Phosphorite y little star castro.

Menu and prices at El Pimpi de Málaga

If you want to know the El Pimpi prices, here you can consult the main and seasonal menu with the indispensable and necessary drink prices, portions and menu.

It is possible that for go for tapas on your trip to Malaga is there any better place than The Pimpi, but your visit will be incomplete if you don't go to drink some wines at this typical and emblematic Malaga winery.

Terrace of the El Pimpi winery bar in the city of Malaga
Terrace of the El Pimpi winery bar in the city of Malaga

About the Author

José Luis Sarralde

Journalist and traveler throughout his life, José Luis Sarralde is the founder of Guías Viajar, where since 2008 he has been capturing his travel experiences around the world, specializing in cultural and scenic destinations in Spain and Europe.

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