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Category
Restaurants · tapas · traditional · family-friendly
Location
Pl. de las Flores, 2 · Distrito Centro
Hours
Mon12:30 – 11:30 PM
Tue12:30 – 11:30 PM
Wed12:30 – 11:30 PM
Thu12:30 – 11:30 PM
Fri12:30 – 11:30 PM
Sat12:30 – 11:30 PM
Sun12:30 – 11:30 PM
Rating
4.7/5 (8,368 Google reviews)
Reviewers love
amazing foodfriendly and funny serviceextensive and unique menugreat atmosphere
Good to know
chairs outside can be uncomfortablecourses arrive at a relaxed pace
Sophisticated venue with a terrace preparing imaginative local dishes & desserts, plus wine.

From their website

Kraken is a tapas bar and restaurant in central Málaga's Plaza de las Flores, run by chef Diego René. It offers Mediterranean-inspired tapas, sandwiches, and dishes designed for sharing, open daily 13:00–01:00 with both indoor and terrace seating.

What they offer
tapassandwichesfried dishesmeat dishesvegetarian dishesdessertswinescocktailscoffee
Cuisine
SpanishMediterraneanfusion
Languages spoken
SpanishEnglish
Booking
phone / online
Details gathered from krakenmalaga.es · 19 Jul 2026
About this business
Kraken Centro is a vibrant tapas restaurant located in the heart of Málaga, offering a delightful selection of traditional Spanish dishes. With its inviting atmosphere and friendly service, it's the perfect spot to enjoy a meal with friends or family. Find directions and contact details below.

About the neighbourhood: Distrito Centro

Málaga's historic core, bounded by the Guadalmedina river to the west, the port to the south and the slopes of Mount Gibralfaro to the east. The district contains the Cathedral, the Roman Theatre, the Alcazaba fortress, the Picasso Museum and the Pompidou Centre, plus the main shopping street Calle Marqués de Larios. Inside Distrito Centro sit the well-known sub-areas of Centro Histórico, Soho, La Merced and Lagunillas. The area is almost entirely pedestrianised, served by Metro Atarazanas and the Málaga–Centro Alameda rail station.

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Recent Google reviews

8,368 total reviews
Gwen Jonsvreten · a month ago
Amazing! Carmen, our waitress, was really kind and funny, the food was AMAZING, i recommend "roasted chicken with cous cous & citric sauce" aswell as "guacamole, peanuts, Chipotle mayonnaise & nachos". The only thing is the chairs outside kind of hurt to sit on for long amounts of time but not enough for them to go down any stars. Love it, will return before leaving spain. ♡
We ordered lots of different tapas and everything was beyond brilliant! I am in love! Highly recommend eating here, this place is the best. Our waitress Carmen guided us, she is funny, friendly and we will be coming back both for the amazing food and just for the pleasure of meeting her again.
11/10 points!
Alan R · 5 months ago
Tucked away on a lively corner of the city, this five-star tapas restaurant delivers an experience that is as refined as it is inviting. From the moment you step inside, you’re greeted with warm lighting, elegant décor, and an atmosphere that perfectly balances sophistication with comfort. It’s the kind of place where every detail feels intentional — from the polished table settings to the soft hum of conversation that fills the room.

The food is nothing short of exceptional. Each tapa is a masterclass in flavor and presentation, showcasing creativity.

Equally impressive is the service.

Patricia - was very attentive without being intrusive, knowledgeable about every dish, and eager to offer pairing recommendations from an expertly curated wine list. Their passion is genuine, creating a dining experience that feels both personal and seamless. Courses arrive at a relaxed, steady pace, allowing guests to savor each moment without ever feeling rushed.
Alexey Subach · 3 months ago
Overall the food was too salty from my perspective.
The Croquetas were very salty and didn’t seem freshly made, they were not hot, and a bit sour from the lime. So-so dish.
Patatas Bravas were not fried to their best and again, were too salty. The sauce was interesting and nice (hollandaise-like) but not the classic bravas sauce.
The tuna tartare portion was small and had a lot of avocado, the avocado was a bit fermented (had some bubbles), and the bread was too crunchy.
Tapas with tomato and anchovy was promising but it mostly had tomato paste rather than proper tomatoes and that flavour dominated the anchovies. The bread in that tapas was great though.
The bun with pork probably the best dish overall but did not have as much pork.
The bread with anchovy and cream cheese had too much dominance of goats cheese in my opinion and I could barely taste anchovies. Overall the dishes were off in balance and too salty and even they looked really good, I cannot recommend this place
Mig Alin · 2 months ago
Some of the best tapas we ever had. The menu is very extensive and food options are unique. Everything tasted phenomenal! The steak tartare is a must. We ended up going back the following day to try even more tapas. Definitely recommend!

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Pl. de las Flores, 2, Distrito Centro, 29005 Málaga, Spain

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Opening Hours
Open · until 23:30
  • Monday 12:30 – 11:30 PM
  • Tuesday 12:30 – 11:30 PM
  • Wednesday 12:30 – 11:30 PM
  • Thursday 12:30 – 11:30 PM
  • Friday 12:30 – 11:30 PM
  • Saturday 12:30 – 11:30 PM
  • Sunday 12:30 – 11:30 PM
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