Coto Restaurante – Refined Dining on the Ronda Road
https://www.cotorestaurante.com/en_gb/visita-virtual/
Tucked into the hills above the coast on the scenic Carretera de Ronda (A-397, Km. 44), Coto Restaurante is one of those special places that rewards the short drive inland. Originally known as El Coto — a family-run Spanish restaurant on this spot since 1978 — the restaurant was fully renovated and reopened in August 2022 under new ownership, bringing with it a more contemporary identity while keeping the warmth and character that made it beloved for decades.
The setting is immediately striking: a spacious, elegant interior with high ceilings, natural wood and modern touches, opening onto a terrace with sweeping views across the Andalusian hills all the way down to the Mediterranean. It’s the kind of backdrop that turns a good meal into a memorable one.
The menu is built around high-quality international cuisine with a Mediterranean heart — think slow-roasted lamb with spiced couscous, freshly sourced fish, and dishes that change with the season to reflect what’s best available locally. The wine list is carefully curated, and the service is warm and attentive throughout.
Coto has also become a popular social venue, regularly hosting live music evenings on the terrace — from acoustic sets to tribute nights — making it a great choice not just for dinner but for a full evening out. It’s popular with residents of La Zagaleta, El Madroñal and the surrounding golf urbanisations, and well worth a visit for anyone exploring beyond the coast.
Coto Restaurante Ctra. de Ronda, A-397, Km. 44, 29679 Benahavís, Málaga 📞 +34 951 744 777 🌐 cotorestaurante.com Open for lunch and dinner — check their website and social media for current live music dates
