Cafe Competa

Av. de la Constitucion, 6, 29754 Competa, Malaga, Spain
+34 952 51 60 24
$$$ Cafe , Bar , Coffee shop , Lounge , Pub , Tapas bar
(191 Reviews)
Price Range €1–10

Welcome to Cafe Competa, a delightful gem nestled in the heart of Competa, Malaga. Located at Av. de la Constitucion, 6, 29754 Competa, Malaga, Spain, this charming café is the perfect spot to unwind with a coffee or indulge in mouth-watering tapas.

The café embraces a truly authentic Spanish atmosphere, characterized by its friendly service and welcoming environment. Upon entering, you’ll appreciate the intimate seating arrangements, with an inviting few tables inside and an appealing outdoor area for those seeking to immerse themselves in the local scene. Here, you can sip a delicious café con leche—affordably priced at just 1.40€—while watching the world go by.

Cafe Competa prides itself on vibrant flavors and great value. As captured perfectly by customers like Jonny Elder, the tapas offerings are “brilliant” with “great flavors” at prices that won’t break the bank. The menu boasts an array of tapas that are both innovative and quintessentially Spanish, crafted with care by Ishmail, who not only serves the dishes with a smile but also ensures each bite is memorable. Guests, including local favorites like Nerijus Tom Zastarskis, appreciate the café’s authenticity, noting it’s “not a tourist trap” and a popular haunt among residents.

Picture yourself on a sun-drenched day, enjoying the comforting aroma of freshly brewed coffee combined with the delicious scent of traditional tapas. The atmosphere is warm and inviting, making it an ideal location for a relaxing break or a leisurely lunch while chatting with friends.

Cafe Competa is more than just a café; it's a community hub where people gather to enjoy good food, great coffee, and even better company. With quick and efficient service as highlighted by Martin Haley, you can expect your experience to be seamless, allowing you to focus more on savoring the delights on your plate.

So next time you're in Competa, don’t just pass by—make a stop at Cafe Competa for an authentic taste of local cuisine in a setting that feels like home.

Service options
Outdoor seating
Dine-in
Delivery
Highlights
Great beer selection
Great coffee
Great wine list
Popular for
Breakfast
Lunch
Solo dining
Good for working on laptop
Accessibility
Wheelchair-accessible entrance
Wheelchair-accessible seating
Wheelchair-accessible toilet
Offerings
Alcohol
Beer
Cocktails
Coffee
Healthy options
Quick bite
Small plates
Spirits
Wine
Dining options
Breakfast
Brunch
Lunch
Dessert
Seating
Amenities
Bar on site
Toilet
Atmosphere
Casual
Cosy
Quiet
Trendy
Crowd
Groups
Tourists
Children
Good for kids
Parking
Free multi-storey car park
Free of charge street parking
Free parking lot
Parking
Pets
Dogs allowed
Openings Hours

Monday

08:00 AM - 12:03 AM

Tuesday

08:00 AM - 12:03 AM

Wednesday

08:00 AM - 12:03 AM

Thursday

08:00 AM - 12:03 AM

Friday

08:00 AM - 12:03 AM

Saturday

08:00 AM - 12:03 AM

Sunday

08:00 AM - 12:03 AM

191 Reviews
jonny elder

05 Aug 2025

Tapas are brilliant as are the prices, great flavours, have been several times now it's so good. Quick efficient service too.

D Bear

24 Jul 2025

A charming and down to earth cafe. A cafe con leche costs just 1.40€ (but bring cash).

Nerijus Tom Zastarskis

13 Jul 2025

Great inexpensive tapas, nice coffee, not a tourist trap. Popular with locals. Good place to sit on the sunny day.

Martin Haley

12 Jun 2025

A few seats inside but on the street is the place to watch the town go by. Ishmail does lovely tapas and always with a smile. Prices are fab too...

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