El Chinitas
What the experts agree on
Historic institution serving traditional Andalucian fare in an elegant 19th-century setting. Expect classic dishes like oxtail and fried fish in a timeless room of wood paneling and white linens—a local favorite for authentic, old-school dining.
“One of the grandest old-school tabernas is a local institution for classics such as pescado frito or tortillitas de camarones, savory crispy shrimp crepes.”
– Travel + Leisure
"This longstanding popular restaurant offers a menu of solidly traditional Andalucian cuisine with an emphasis on meat and fish dishes; the oxtail is a speciality." Full review
"Heir to the legendary 19th-century cafe-theater by the same name, El Chinitas cultivates a timeless look of straight-backed wooden chairs, wood-paneled walls, and white linen tablecloths" Full review