You don’t necessarily have to be a wine lover with a taste for the delicious Malaga wines with denomination of origin to visit El Pimpi.
This unique place located in the heart of the historic centre of Malaga is also worth a visit if you prefer a coke or if you are vegetarian and organic, but be warned, its main dishes are its hams and wines, but there is much more!
Come with us to discover this charming winery that celebrated its 50th anniversary in August 2021.
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Why you should visit El Pimpi
As we stroll through the intricate streets of the old town of Malaga, in Calle Granada we pass one of these facades that do not attract so much attention, and surely more than one has already passed by this charming and welcoming Bodega.
Its Uniqueness
As we enter through the narrow entrance, we begin to perceive the uniqueness of this old 18th century building, with its charming corners and interior courtyards.
The walls of the bodega are decorated with old posters of fairs and bullfighting festivals.
Despite the fact that, due to its popularity, El Pimpi receives a large number of visitors and tourists every day, it has managed to maintain its unique character, tradition and Andalusian culture.
In El Pimpi we can enjoy exquisite local gastronomy and the wines of the denomination of origin Malaga, the extra virgin olive oil first pressing, the tomato “huevo de toro”, the chestnut ham or the sweet wine of muscatel grape.
Meeting point for celebrities
Along with its charming location and good food, what makes El Pimpi unique is that since its beginnings it has been a meeting point for celebrities.
On the walls next to the bar, we can find a huge number of photos of people who have enjoyed an evening here, such as Sean Connery, John Malkovich, Tony Blair, the Duchess of Alba, the Picasso family, the Queen of Bhutan, the singer Alaska or the band Maná among others.
On about 40 barrels there are signatures of poets, actors and musicians, among them also Antonio Banderas, a native of Malaga – who has a special affection for this Bodega as you will see later on – or the Baroness Carmen Thyssen.
It is therefore not surprising that a large number of people pass through the Bodega every day to visit the place; especially in the morning there are usually more tourists, while in the afternoon/evening the atmosphere is more Malagueño.
By the way, El Pimpi has two entrances: the original one is from Calle Granada. Now we can also access the Bodega from the most important tourist spot in Malaga, Alcazabilla Street next to the Picasso Museum, the Alcazaba and the Roman Theatre.
At El Pimpi they have managed to combine tradition with this distinctive cosmopolitan touch.
There is no tablecloth on the tables, you eat directly on the wood, but with first class service and excellent treat.
Next to the original El Pimpi is an annex building that now houses “La Sole del Pimpi“. This restaurant mixes cocktails and sushi with local products.
Own organic vegetable garden
But there’s more: El Pimpi has its own organic vegetable garden that supplies the entire bodega.
The Huerta del Paraíso is located in the Guadalhorce Valley, working naturally, without pesticides.
Did you know that…?
What does Pimpi mean?
Historically, the term referred to young boys who helped sailors arriving in the port to find taverns and female company. And later the Pimpi were young guys who helped unload ships and accompanied tourists from the port to see the city. A sort of all-purpose errand boy and something like the first touristic guides.
El Pimpi reached space
A group of employees of the winery paid tribute to El Pimpi. They raised a doll with its image with a latex balloon and a camera that has recorded the whole journey, up to the stratosphere at 40,000 metres.
Antonio Banderas is a partner of El Pimpi
The Malaga-born actor’s affection for this winery goes back many years to when he shot some scenes for a film there. Nowadays he is even a partner of the bodega.
By the way, he lives right next door, in the same building that houses La Sole. He has a penthouse and can see El Pimpi from his terrace, where he often goes to have a glass of wine or lunch with his family.
From El Pimpi to your home
During the Covid situation El Pimpi also reinvented itself by adding a new offer: Bringing its fresh and seasonal products home.
This service is operating for Malaga city only, due to the huge popularity.
Ordering hours for both El Pimpi and La Sole are from Tuesday to Sunday from 1 pm to 4 pm and from 8 pm to 11 pm.
Location & reservations
El Pimpi is located in Calle Granada (with terrace and exit to Calle Alcazabilla), in the historic centre of Malaga. Next to the Picasso Museum, the Alcazaba and the Roman Theatre.
- Opening hours: Everyday from 12 pm to 12 am
- Phone: 952 228 990 / 952 225 403
When we arrive at peak times, queues are the norm.
To avoid queues, we recommend to book by email at reservas@elpimpi.com
El Pimpi at the Hotel Puente Romano Marbella
After more than 50 years of existence, El Pimpi is now expanding beyond the borders of Malaga.
The Bodega will open an establishment in the 5-star luxury Hotel Puente Romano in Marbella in the spring of 2024.
The Hotel Puente Romano is the hotel establishment recognised as the Best Resort in Spain by the Condé Nast Traveler Awards 2023.
The resort is located on the emblematic Golden Mile, between Marbella and Puerto Banús. Its architectural style is that of a typical Andalusian white village, surrounded by lush gardens.
The Hotel Puente Romano is already a culinary reference point with 20 different prestigious restaurants, now joined by El Pimpi.
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