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Taqueria Échale Manito

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An authentic Mexican restaurant situated in a central location in Estepona Old Town. Expect excellent service, tasty Tacos and Tequila!

Our Rating: ☀️☀️☀️☀️ (Very Good)

Price Guide: €€€ (Reasonable)

  • Inside Seating
  • Outside Seating
  • Plaza

Opening Hours

Monday12:30 PM – 4:00 PM
7:30 PM – 12:00 AM
TuesdayClosed
WednesdayClosed
Thursday12:30 PM – 4:00 PM
7:30 PM – 12:00 AM
Friday12:30 PM – 4:00 PM
7:30 PM – 12:00 AM
Saturday12:30 PM – 4:00 PM
7:30 PM – 12:00 AM
Sunday12:30 PM – 4:00 PM
7:30 PM – 12:00 AM

ℹ️ Échale Manito gets very busy. We recommend that you reserve a table before you visit.

?️ There is some space inside Échale Manito so it’s a good place when it’s raining.

Hours incorrect? Let us know!

Editors Comment

I’ve been to this Mexican a couple of times and enjoyed it on both occasions.

The food is authentic Mexican and always served with a smile. The staff are a Mexican family and they’re always friendly and welcoming.

To complement the food they have a good selection of Mexican beers and Taquila. Highly recommended!

A lively, welcoming Mexican restaurant that’s worth a visit!

What we like

  • Tasty Tacos
  • Friendly Service
  • Vibrant Atmosphere
  • Situated in a small square with a fountain

What we don’t like

  • Sometimes the food seems quite samey
  • Can be very busy

Latest Google Reviews

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Had the most incredible evening here at Taqueria Echale Manito. A beautiful family run restaurant with some of the best food and service we have ever experienced. Staff were super friendly and accomodating and looked after us throughout our evening meal. The nacho starter was incredible and was the perfect amount for the four of us. We had the tacos, the pork quesadillas amongst others and could not fault the taste or the quick service of the food.

The cocktails were also incredible and would recommend the mango daiquiri and the strawberry mojito. Could not stop ordering them!!!

We were offered a complementary shot of tequila at the end of the meal and Jaime and his staff chatted with us and made us feel welcome any time. Food and service was so good, we’re going again next week.

You cannot miss this place if you love all things Mexican!!!
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Last night we had dinner at Taquería Échale Manito, right in the heart of Estepona, and it was an experience we enjoyed from beginning to end.

The atmosphere is welcoming and relaxed, unpretentious, but everything is very well organized. You can tell there’s a lot of thought behind it. The team is especially attentive: friendly, professional, and always on hand without being intrusive. It’s one of those places where you feel comfortable from the moment you walk in.

We started with the guacamole with tortilla chips, fresh, rustic, and perfectly balanced. The birria tacos were the highlight: juicy meat, consommé served separately, and well-made tortillas. We also tried the al pastor with its touch of pineapple, the flavorful and well-executed cochinita pibil, a generous and authentic pambazo, and a very traditional beef memela. Everything was well-prepared, with fresh ingredients and distinct flavors.

Overall, an honest and delicious offering, with excellent value for money for enjoying good Mexican cuisine in the center of Estepona.

A place we would recommend to both residents and visitors of Estepona looking for something different, well-made, and with truly attentive service.

Sur Estates · Estepona Lifestyle
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Brilliant evening having dinner at this Mexican restaurant! We arrived early when it was quiet and it soon livened up. The waiter was incredibly friendly and attentive, lighting the outside fire for us, sorting a bigger table when we were joined by family and bringing us all blankets. The food was delicious, very close to authentic Mexican. We’re vegetarian and enjoyed the tacos with squash, cheese quesadillas and totopos with guacamole. Great experience and thank you so much for accommodating our large group and multiple orders!

The Food

Expect a selection of tasty Mexcian food including Tacos, Nachos and more

The food is all prepared to order by the Mexican family that runs the restaurant.

  • Authentic Mexican Food
  • Selection of Mexican drinks including Taquila
  • Spicy sauces for some extra heat ?
  • Nacho plates to share

Perfect food for sharing so you can all try something new.

The Location

This Mexican restaurant is situated in a lovely square with a fountain.

You’ll find it at the end of Calle Real, the main street that runs across Estepona Old Town.

  • Lots of outside seating
  • Nice location with fountain
  • Very easy to find, central location

They are closed on Mondays and Tuesdays.

Its often very busy so make sure you reserve a table before visiting.

Connect with Taqueria Échale Manito

Address: Plaza Almengual

Phone: +34 675 81 41 08

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