Opening Hours
| Monday | Closed |
| Tuesday | Closed |
| Wednesday | 12:00 PM – 4:00 PM 8:00 PM – 12:00 AM |
| Thursday | 12:00 PM – 4:00 PM 8:00 PM – 12:00 AM |
| Friday | 12:00 PM – 4:00 PM 8:00 PM – 12:00 AM |
| Saturday | 12:00 PM – 4:00 PM 8:00 PM – 12:00 AM |
| Sunday | 12:00 PM – 4:00 PM 8:00 PM – 12:00 AM |
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?️ There is some inside space at EL Patio so it’s a good place for lunch or dinner when it’s raining. You might have to site at the bar though.
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Editors Comment
El Patio recently moved from their location behind Plaza Antonia Guerrero (egg square) to a new, much bigger location down a side street just off Calle Terraza. It’s always been popular and I’ve wanted to go many times but without success because it was always so busy! Now it seems easier to get a table (or barrel)
When I visited, i found the service very helpful and the tapas and other dishes delicious at a good price. And the new location makes it feel slighlty secret and special.
I can’t wait to go back.
Great vibe and great food tucked down a side street in the heart of Estepona. You must try it!
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In my experience, the service was rude and unwelcoming, which really set the tone from the start
Even if the food had been excellent, poor service can ruin the overall experience, but unfortunately the food itself was nothing special either. I found it mediocre at best, not terrible, but certainly not worth going out of your way for, especially when there are plenty of better options around
The venue itself is okay, but nothing particularly memorable or impressive. It feels like the kind of place that gets more attention than it probably deserves, and once you actually sit down and try it, it doesn’t really justify the hype or the effort
Another issue is that they seem to reserve the place out, so finding a seat can be difficult. That makes the whole experience even more frustrating, you go through the hassle of trying to get a table, only to be met with average food and disappointing service
Overall, I wouldn’t recommend spending your time or money here. There are better places with better food, a nicer atmosphere, and staff who actually make you feel welcome
Personally, I prefer Eden on the beach side
The Food
I like the Tapas at EL Patio, but they also have some large fish dishes, casseroles, and sandwiches.
The food here isn’t fussy, it’s traditional, comforting, and full of heart. Every dish feels like it was made to be shared.
If you want Spanish Tapas you’ll love EL Patio.
The Location
El Patio is now on Calle Pintado, a quiet side street right in the centre of Estepona Old Town.
They have tables and barrels outside in the quaint street and even more space inside, with air conditioning.
They are open for lunch from 12 to 4pm and for dinner from 8pm until midnight. They’re closed on Monday’s and Tuesdays.
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