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Food & Drink
Whether you are looking for some simple, tasty tapas to accompany a cold beer in a local bar or some fine cuisine in elegant surroundings, you've come to the right area! The local cuisine tends to comprise the very best quality local ingredients, simply prepared to offer some incredible flavours. As a region renowned for the production of top quality Serrano Ham, chorizo and pork products, pork figures heavily on local menus. Fantastic salads, wonderful fish and other local favourites such as rabbit, rich stews, paellas, fantastic soups and game all go to make the local cuisine a real treat! Add to that some good local and regional wines and liquers and you have a recipe for some wonderful leisurely lunches and dinners.
We don’t want to name and shame so, being positive, wines that are to be recommended without reservation are from the following bodegas:
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El Gecko Hotel and Riverside Bistro
C/ Cañada del Tesoro, Estacion de Cortes de la Frontera
El Gecko stands on the banks of the Guadiaro river in the sleepy station village of Estacion de Cortes de la Frontera, surrounded by the Alcornocales Cork Forest and Grazalema National Park, nestled in the Ronda mountains.
El Gecko was once an old inn that has been restored to create an atmosphere that is both friendly and informal. Drawing strongly on the regions Moorish heritage, El Gecko, comb...
Reviews: 3
Phone: +34 952 153 386
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, Estacion de Jimera de Libar
Since taking over the bar at Estacion de Jimera de Libar on March 1, 2008, Paul and Synnøve have tried to provide a little more than just drinks and tapas.
Of course, when most of the clientele is local, then boquerones, caballa and such like are a must. Sensibly priced drinks are important too, especially with the world financial situation.
Situated in the Plaza de San Roque - directly in fron...
Reviews: 4
Phone: 635 668 132
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Plaza Constitucion 2, Montejaque
Formerly the Hotel Palacete de Manara. Under new management. At El Elefante Amarillo we pride ourselves on offering our guests a very warm welcome (and homemade cake and tea). Visit El Elefante Amarillo to relax, enjoy and experience this beautiful part of Andalusia.
All of our ensuite rooms offer the very best in guest facilities - including air conditioning, comfortable beds, TV, tea an...
Reviews: 4
Phone: 952 167 252
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La Estacion, Benaojan
Hotel Molino Cuatro Paradas is a charmingly restored flour mill located just outside the popular village of Benaojan on the banks of the river Guadiaro near Ronda, Malaga, Spain. It has recently been converted into a comfortable country hotel with a variety of accommodation options. This rural hotel is the perfect location to explore the mountains and white villages of the Serrania de Ronda and en...
Reviews: 1
Phone: 952 167 200
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La Estacion, Benaojan
Molino del Santo is stunning – an 18 bedroomed hotel with heated pool, beautiful gardens, restaurant and bar offering you a place to relax in the countryside near the famous town of Ronda. You can enjoy our great food, delightful atmosphere and attractive terraces even if you’re not lucky enough to be staying in the hotel. We are open seven days a week during our season....
Reviews: 1
Phone: 952 167 151
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La Estacion, Benaojan
Andalucian cuisine. Wood burning oven. Wide choice of meat and fish dishes. English spoken. The restaurant is located only 50 metres from the train station at Benaojan, 15 minutes from Ronda. It is open on Thursday, Friday and Saturday for lunch and dinner. Lunch only on Sunday. Closed Mon, Tue, Wed. Reviews: 2
Phone: 952 167 508
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, Estacion de Jimera de Libar
Located in a former railway shed alongside the Bobadillas to Algeciras railway line at Jimera de Libar. Serving local, natural, seasonal produce. Reviews: 3
Phone: 952 180 041
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Calle Mártires de Igueriben, 18, Jimera de Libar
Our comfortable rural hotel and restaurant is situated in the heart of Andalucia in the small, sleepy, white village of Jimera de Líbar. Only an hour and a half drive from Malaga airport and half an hour from the popular, historic town of Ronda. Situated in the beautiful mountains of the Serrania de Ronda the local area is popular for hiking, adventure sports, mountain biking, horse ridin...
Reviews: 0
Phone: 952 180 120
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Fuente de la Higuera, 7, Ronda
Picture a derelict 18th century old olive and flour mill converted into a beautiful country residence, set in stunning landscaped gardens scented with fruit trees and just five minutes from the historical mountain pueblo of Ronda, and you have a good idea of the brand new deluxe Hotel Molino del Puente.
The mill has been lovingly converted into a 10-bedroom boutique hotel, retaining all the old f...
Reviews: 1
Phone: +34 952 874 164
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Calle Camaretes s/n, Cortes de la Frontera
Welcome to Hotel-camping Los Almendros, a charming place in central Andalucia for the relaxing or active holiday seeker, families or groups. Relax at the pool, enjoy our gastronomic dishes, go horse riding, fishing or cycling. We're located in Cortes de la Frontera, the centre of Andalucia, bordering two natural parks - Los Alcornocales and Grazalema. We can offer ten lovely ensuite rooms, an attr...
Reviews: 0
Phone: 952 154 495
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La Estacion, Benaojan
Wide variety of tapas. Homemade breakfasts and lunches. Menu del dia only €8.00 Reviews: 2
Phone: 952 167 142
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Molino y La Panaderea de Jimera
Calle Pena, 30, Jimera de Libar
Bread cooked in a wood-burning oven. Molletes, pan moreno, barras, vienas, bollitos, dulces, croissants. Birthday cakes and Roscos de Navidad y de Reyes. Homemade pizzas. Roast chicken. Open for breakfast and fresh bread in mornings 8am-12noon and also evenings. Reviews: 1
Phone: +34 620 29 01 43
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Carretera de Ronda-Benaojan, Km 6.8, Benaojan
Our hotel was developed to create a place of rest and relaxation for all those who want to enjoy a few days in the unique setting of the Serrania de Ronda.
You'll be able to taste the great gastronomy of the region as you enjoy the wonderful views over the natural park. We invite you to taste our wide variety of Iberian meats and typical dishes from the area. Or you can relax tasting our homem...
Reviews: 1
Phone: 952 114 518
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, Estacion de Jimera de Libar
Camping in a beautiful setting alongside the River Guadiaro in Jimera de Libar. Wood cabins with TV, bathroom, kitchen and heating. Bar. Swimming pool and gardens. Trekking and walking. Open all year round. Reviews: 0
Phone: +34 952 180 102
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Calle Real, Cortes de la Frontera
Charming restaurant and bar in Cortes de la Frontera, right in the heart of the town, offering tapas, snacks and a full menu with dining area away from the bar. The tranquility of the restaurant and the bar are enhanced by two large tropical aquariums. The bar also has a speciality in Capirinhas and a good selection of wines. Friendly family atmosphere. Easy to find. Closed on Tuesdays....
Reviews: 1
Phone: 952 154 339
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Ctra Benaojan - Ronda, Km 7, Benaojan
Located within the municipal area of Benaojan, Cueva del Gato Hotel is elegantly placed in the midst of the Ronda Mountains alongside the Natural Park of Grazalema. This property is just 7 kilometres from Ronda, while the cultural and economic areas like Sevilla, Cadiz and the Costa del Sol are just few hours of drive from the hotel.
Furnished in contemporary style, the exclusive rooms at this ...
Reviews: 0
Phone: 952 167 296
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, Algatocin
The hotel is located on the mountainside with wonderful views over the Guadiaro Valley where you can enjoy a short break or a longer stay. Reviews: 0
Phone: 952 117 005
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PO Box 380, Ronda
Taking the A374 Ronda-Seville road (10 km. away from Ronda), at km.108, on the regional road to Setenil, after 10 km. of slope, you arrive at the Acinipo ruins, at which feet lie the cellars El Chantre. Reviews: 0
Phone: 00 34 637 51 79 93
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, Cortes de la Frontera
Our pork sausages are handmade using only shoulder and belly pork without the use of any mechanically recovered meat, colourings, preservatives or any other artificial additives. No monosodium glutamate, no soya proteins.
Nothing artificial - nothing nasty!
We blend all our own seasonings for the sausages. Because we use no chemical preservatives, once defrosted our sausages should be eaten with...
Reviews: 0
Phone: 952 154 597
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Ctra Ronda - Algeciras km 19, Atajate
Traditional food from the area. Innovative and creative
Reviews: 1
Phone: 952 185 027
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, Ronda
Open: Monday to Sunday - 10am - 8pm. We are located in the historical side of the town, in a palace-like house of more than a thousand years of history. The old wine cellar has been transformed into a marvellous museum of twelve thematic rooms that invite you to walk through the history and culture of wine, a product strongly present in society and associated to mythology and religion, and whose e...
Reviews: 0
Phone: 952 87 97 35
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Calle Nueva 41, Atajate
Reviews: 0
Phone: 627 63 36 49
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Calle Jose Vazquez 2, Montejaque
Gourmet delicatessen, extra virgin olive oils, olives, cheese
Reviews: 0
Phone: 952 167 550
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Los Frontones, Ronda
Martin Kieninger, wine-producer and architect, was born in Ried, in the North of Austria, and he has been living in the South of Spain, in Ronda, since 1998. His interest in wine making dates back to his childhood. He grew up between Ried, his hometown, and his grandparents' country farm. From them, he inherited his love for nature and its fruits. In the year 2000, he started his vine growing proj...
Reviews: 0
Phone: 952 879 554
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Puente de la Ventilla, Ronda
In 1999, Jose Antonio Itarte and his wife Victoria bought the country estate “Los Aguijares”, located by the road from Ronda to Campillo, in the area known as Puente de la Ventilla. It is a big and diversified 800 hectare estate.
Reviews: 0
Phone: 952 874 457
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Avenida de La Libertad, Cortes de la Frontera
Reviews: 0
Phone: 952 154 399
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Ctra Jimera-Atajate s/n, Jimera de Libar
Jamon Iberico and all types of meat and products for the trade
Reviews: 0
Phone: 952 180 013
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Eating and drinking in and around the Guadiaro Valley is a joy! There is a huge variety of local dishes to sample and a wealth of tapas bars, restaurants and cafes thoughout the area.
There are some great wines made in the Ronda area using skill and care. However there is one wine that is marketed as coming from this area but is a blend of much cheaper wine from the mass-producing areas of central Spain.















