El Limonero - Where Every Stranger Has a Seat and a Story
Run by the warm and welcoming Kim and her team. El Limonero boasts a selection of cocktails, beers, and wines, the usual selections of drinks, and every 4 weeks they have special events - such as a herring nights. The outdoor terrace is perfect for people-watching during the day, while the indoor area provides a cozy setting for evening gatherings. Known for its friendly service and vibrant ambiance.
Run by the ever-charming Kim, this cozy spot draws in a true melting pot of nationalities. Whether you're local or just passing through, it's the kind of place where everyone fits in.
On any given night, you’ll hear 80s classics blaring from the speakers, mingling with the cheers of international football fans fixated on the screens—Spaniards, Brits, Dutch, Swedes, and more, each passionately supporting their team. But no matter who wins, it all ends with hugs, handshakes, and another round of drinks. There’s never any hard feeling—just a shared love of the moment.
The outdoor terrace is ideal for sunny people-watching and impromptu catch-ups, while the inside glows warmly in the evenings, perfect for small gatherings. It's common to see tables full of mixed groups—some speaking English, others Dutch, German, or Spanish—raising glasses and sharing stories. And if you arrive alone? Just sit down. Within minutes, Kim or one of the many regulars will pull you into the fold like you’ve been part of the crew for years. We have made so many new friendships in this place, people from all over the world, and sharing stories with strangers who feel like long lost friends for an evening. Moments of deep discussion or moments of laughter, the kind of night where strangers become good friends, if only until last call.
El Limonero is fab for pre-drinks or those infamous late-night “just one more” nights—the kind that end with Kim laughingly telling you it’s time to go home, long after the music’s stopped. It’s real, it’s fun, and it’s full of heart.
Come for a cocktail, stay for the connection.
Contact:
Address: Calle Huertos 1, Nerja, Málaga, Spain. Contact Phone: +34 644 06 60 72 Instagram: @barlimonero
Opening Times: Daily from 18:00 PM onwards.
