Restaurante Los Currantes

🥩 If you want to step away from the glitz and glamour of Marbella and experience where the locals actually eat, Restaurante Los Currantes is your spot. Located in the commercial area of Nueva Andalucía, the name translates to "The Hard Workers," and it lives up to its title by serving hearty, honest, and delicious traditional food in a completely unpretentious setting. 🔥 The undisputed star of the show here is the barbecue (Parrillada). The restaurant features a large outdoor terrace facing an open grill where chefs expertly roast generous cuts of beef, pork chops, and skewers over an open fire. Paired with a simple tomato salad, homemade fries, and ice-cold beers, it is the ultimate casual Spanish feast. They are also highly praised for their traditional bocadillos (sandwiches) served during morning hours. 🍻 Be prepared for a bustling, sometimes beautifully chaotic atmosphere. The venue gets packed with local workers taking their lunch break during the week, and families gathering for big barbecue lunches on Saturdays. While you won't find designer plates or quiet background music, the warm, familiar service and unbeatable value for money make Los Currantes an authentic Andalusian experience you shouldn't miss.