New Year’s Eve Dinner in the best restaurants in Malaga 2025

Some of the best restaurants open for dinner on New Year’s Eve in Malaga 2025/26.

Traditionally, on New Year’s Eve in Malaga you have dinner with your family, eat grapes and welcome the New Year together. Afterwards, many people usually go out into the streets to celebrate.

There are however, also many people who prefer to live this last night in a different way; either because they don’t like to cook and spend hours in the kitchen preparing dinner, or because they want to experiment New Year’s Eve in Malaga in a special way.

In fact, many of our clients come specifically for these dates to spend New Year’s Eve in Malaga and the Costa del Sol.

For all of them we have put together some of the best restaurants in Malaga that are open on New Year’s Eve; as you can see from our list, there is a wide choice to suit all tastes, including vegetarian and gluten free options in some of the restaurants.

Best Restaurants in Malaga for Christmas Eve & New Year’s Eve

Restaurante Montana

Restaurante Montana

This restaurant is located in the historic La Victoria district, very close to the centre of Malaga, in a fully renovated and remodeled 19th-century mansion.

It has dining rooms of various sizes and a beautifully maintained courtyard which is  especially lovely at night.

Restaurante Montana

Montana specializes in grilled meats and fish, presented with meticulous care. The menus are based on Mediterranean cuisine, with a particular focus on the gastronomy of Malaga.

The restaurant boasts an extensive wine cellar with over 80 selections and offers free on-site parking.

Los Patios de Beatas

Los Patios de Beatas

In the heart of the old town in an old renovated building we will find this restaurant.

Their Christmas 2025 menu offers seasonal haute cuisine, perfect wine pairings and an excellent gastronomic experience.

cena nochevieja Los Patios de Beatas

Los Patios de Beatas has more than 600 national and international wines to take home and more than 50 wines in the Gastrobar area.

Loa ptios de Beatas

Amador – Hotel Villa Guadalupe

Hotel Villa Guadalupe

Amador is the restaurant at Villa Guadalupe***. It´s a charming boutique hotel near the centre of Malaga with excellent views of the Mediterranean and the city.

Under the guidance of Chef Amador, you can enjoy an exceptional gastronomic experience with breathtaking panoramic views of Malaga. The atmosphere is welcoming and elegant, ideal for savoring exquisite dishes.

10 minutes from the centre and 15 minutes from Malaga airport.

El Mesón de Cervantes

El Mesón de Cervantes

Meson de Cervantes is in the historic centre of Malaga. It is a cosy, classically decorated traditional restaurant that combines several spaces, both for tapas lovers and for enjoying creative cuisine.

It also stands out for its good wines and homemade desserts and its vibrant atmosphere, ideal for those who enjoy a lively environment.

Meson de Cervantes

Marisquería Jacinto

Marisquería Jacinto

Run by Jacinto Rojas and his family for 30 years, Marisquería Jacinto specializes in Mediterranean cuisine focused on fresh, local seafood. They also offer meat dishes, notably the suckling goat from Málaga.

Although not in the historic centre, it is worth a visit to try the best raw material, especially if you are a seafood lover.

Jacinto seafood restaurant was recommended by Jordi Cruz at the Michelin Guide 2025/26 gala.

Osteria Angelino 1899

Osteria Angelino 1899

A few metres from the Cathedral of Malaga in the historic centre is this exceptional restaurant with authentic Italian cuisine. It features a terrace and a spacious, inviting interior dining room.

The restaurant offers exquisite menus for both Christmas Eve and New Year’s Eve, complete with wine pairings.

Osteria Angelino

Príncipe de Asturias – Gran Hotel Miramar 5*

Gran Hotel Miramar

Also in La Malagueta is this restaurant which belongs to the 5-star hotel Gran Hotel Miramar Gran Lujo.

The elegant restaurant is located on the first floor of the hotel, with large windows offering a spectacular view of the Mediterranean Sea.

Christmas Eve and New Year’s Eve Gala Dinners at Gran Hotel Miramar: A combination of the best of haute cuisine, sophistication and the Christmas spirit in an unparalleled setting.

Beluga

Beluga

This small gastronomic temple is located in the centre of Malaga; just a few metres from the Cathedral, paying homage to the culinary traditions of the Mediterranean and bringing its own vision of creative cuisine.

Beluga uses the best products from the land and the sea. It has a large outdoor terrace facing Plaza de las Flores.

Restaurant recommended in the Michelin Guide 2025.

Beluga opens for New Year’s Eve dinner 2025 with an exclusive menu. Seating is limited, so advance booking is recommended.

Beluga

New Year’s Eve Dinner & Party at La Fábrica

La Fabrica

Located in the centre of Malaga, La Fabrica is a craft brewery. This year they have prepared a spectacular dinner to surprise the most demanding palates, accompanied by live music.

Includes a welcome drink, grapes, a glass of cava, and four drinks after the New Year’s Eve party… and plenty of craft beer!

A New Year’s Eve party with a dance floor and DJ starts at 12:30 am.

You can book both events together or separately (dinner only or party only).

La fabrica

Christmas Season at Only YOU 5*

Terraza Hotel Only You

A special idea is to eat during these dates at Only You, a magnificent new 5* hotel located in the heart of Malaga with spectacular views.

You can enjoy a gastronomic experience by booking your Christmas Eve dinner and New Year’s Eve dinner in the Hotel’s Carmen and Lola restaurants with live music.

Vegetarian menu is also available.

Only You

Malaga sybarite – Michelin restaurants in Malaga

Michelin Star Restaurants in Malaga

If you want to enjoy a purely sybaritic Malaga, we highly recommend our complete list of Michelin Restaurants in Malaga 2026.

Although we can’t really include these restaurants for New Year’s Eve specifically, you’re sure to find another time to enjoy their delights!

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