Eating and drinking are important social happenings in Spain and you will find a very enjoyable atmosphere in the restaurants in Benahavis. Benahavis is called the dining room of the Costa del Sol, and for a good reason. The village centre is literally full of them. Most serve typically Spanish cuisine, although you will also find Italian food, Indian curries, and more elaborate French cuisine.

All restaurants will offer you a very good value for money, and really large portions. It is probably the reason they all do well.

Although most restaurants have an English menu, here are some handy translations.

Bacalao : Codfish
Boquerones : Anchovies
Calamar : Squid
Cerdo : Pork
Chuletas : Cops
Cordero : Lamb
Lubina : Sea Bass
Mariscos : Seafood
Merluza : Hake
Pato : Duck
Pollo [ poio ] : Chicken
Pulpo : Squid
Rape : Monkfish
Revuelto : Scrambled Eggs
Rosada : Atlantic white fish, not to confound with Rosado, which is Rosé
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Solomillo [ solomio ] : Fillet Steak
Ternera : Beef
Tortilla : Omelet