The Drunken Sailor
A popular promenade restaurant known for its welcoming atmosphere, quality homemade food, and stunning marina views.
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The Drunken Sailor
Highlights
Must-see attractions
A popular promenade restaurant known for its welcoming atmosphere, quality homemade food, and stunning marina views.
Try the Ploughman's Lunch
This popular dish is highly recommended for its quality ingredients and satisfying taste.
Visit During Off-Peak Hours
For a more relaxed experience, consider visiting during non-busy times.
Quick Facts
Cuisine
British
Price
Mid-range
Phone
+34 691 85 87 48
Address
23 Las Gaviotas, Av. Antonio Machado, 57, 29630 Benalmádena, Málaga, Spain
Highlights
Discover the most iconic attractions and experiences
Hearty Ploughman's Lunch
Indulge in a delicious homemade ploughman's lunch, a popular choice for its quality ingredients and generous portions.
Stunning Marina Views
Savor your meals with breathtaking views of the marina, creating a perfect backdrop for a memorable dining experience.
Exceptional Sunday Roast
Enjoy a fantastic Sunday Roast Lunch at great prices, served with excellent service in a lively atmosphere.
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Try the Ploughman's Lunch
This popular dish is highly recommended for its quality ingredients and satisfying taste.
Visit During Off-Peak Hours
For a more relaxed experience, consider visiting during non-busy times.
Embrace the Atmosphere
Friendly staff and lively vibes create a fun, emotional roller coaster ride of an experience.
Outdoor Seating Advantage
Utilize outdoor seating with umbrellas on sunny days to enjoy food and views comfortably.
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from all over the internet
Try the Ploughman's Lunch
This popular dish is highly recommended for its quality ingredients and satisfying taste.
Visit During Off-Peak Hours
For a more relaxed experience, consider visiting during non-busy times.
Embrace the Atmosphere
Friendly staff and lively vibes create a fun, emotional roller coaster ride of an experience.
Outdoor Seating Advantage
Utilize outdoor seating with umbrellas on sunny days to enjoy food and views comfortably.
What Travellers Say
Reviews Summary
The Drunken Sailor is lauded for its incredibly friendly staff, lively atmosphere, and delicious, well-presented food, especially the English breakfast and Sunday Roast. Diners appreciate the stunning sea views and the excellent value for money, with many praising the generous portions. However, one review found the prices high and the food average, noting nothing special about the view, food, or prices.
"Great service, really nice helpful staff. Lovely cup of tea and a great lunch. I'll be back for more."
Philip Short
"Had a great meal here, food was gorgeous and really well presented, staff very friendly and such a good atmosphere, thankyou"
Charlotte Newbold
"5 star in every way. The staff the food and the music makes for the best restaurant in Benalmadena. The perfect spot to enjoy good food drink and atmosphere. PERFECT."
Derek Shale
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Frequently Asked Questions
Many reviewers highly recommend the Ploughman's lunch and the English breakfast. The Sunday Roast is also a popular choice.
Yes, the restaurant is located on the promenade and offers stunning sea and marina views, especially from its outdoor seating area.
The atmosphere is often described as lively, with friendly and interactive staff creating a fun and welcoming environment.
It can get very busy, especially during peak times. Some visitors suggest visiting during off-peak hours or being prepared for a potential wait.
Yes, outdoor seating is available and is equipped with umbrellas for protection on hot days.
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The Drunken Sailor – Popular restaurant on the promenade between Sunset Beach Club and the Marina which serves an amazing Sunday Roast Lunch.
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