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Welcome to Chiringuito La Orilla
Chiringuito La Orilla is a charming beachside café located in Roquetas de Mar, Spain. Renowned for its fresh, flavorful seafood, this eatery shines with dishes like shrimp salad and light-battered rodaballo. With a welcoming atmosphere and attentive staff, patrons enjoy generous drinks and delightful gluten-free options, making it a favorite among locals and visitors alike. Open during market days, it provides the perfect stop for refreshments. Whether you’re savoring the crispy fritura de pescado or relaxing by the beach, Chiringuito La Orilla promises an exceptional dining experience that leaves a lasting impression.
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Chiringuito La Orilla
If you find yourself wandering the sun-kissed shores of Roquetas de Mar, Almería, make sure to stop by Chiringuito La Orilla. Nestled on the vibrant beachfront along Av. Unión Europea, this charming cafe is a haven for both locals and visitors alike. The atmosphere is imbued with the relaxed charm of coastal life, making it the perfect spot to savor the sun and delicious culinary offerings.
One of the standout features of Chiringuito La Orilla is its commitment to offering fresh, high-quality seafood. Patrons rave about the delightful dishes that showcase the best of local ingredients—think succulent shrimp salads and expertly prepared rodaballo, all crafted with a light batter that highlights the inherent flavors without overpowering them. The freshness of their seafood is frequently noted, giving each bite a burst of oceanic goodness that is simply unmatched.
The experience at Chiringuito La Orilla transcends just the food. Guests have lauded the friendly and helpful staff, who create a welcoming environment that enhances the overall dining experience. Whether you stop in for a refreshing beverage during market day or sit down for a full meal, the service you'll receive is attuned to making your visit memorable.
For those with dietary restrictions, there is even more to celebrate. Tina Handley shared her enthusiasm for the gluten-free offerings, particularly the fritura de pescado. Having been gluten-free for several years, she expressed her delight at finally enjoying a dish that she described as the best she has ever had—even comparing it favorably to her pre-gluten-free days.
Overall, Chiringuito La Orilla offers more than a meal; it presents an experience steeped in local culture, culinary excellence, and heartfelt hospitality. Make the visit, and allow yourself to indulge in the flavors of the Mediterranean as you bask in the beautiful surroundings of Roquetas de Mar.
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“ Loved this beachside cafe with great food and generous with their drinks. Great on market day, Thursday, to stop off for refreshments too. Highly recommended ”
“ Fresh fish Good beach spot It was recommended by a friend and I must say it did not disappoint We had shripm salad and a a rodaballo that was done with a light battee R I do recommend the spot ”
“ The food was really good, the staff were very friendly and helpful. ”
“ Great experience, recommended to us as totally gluten free by the owner’s brother who has a cafe that does gluten free churros, and we were not disappointed. First time I’ve been able to have a gluten free fritura de pescado for 3 years and OMG it was probably the best I ever had, compared to even before I had to go gluten free. The fish was so fresh and so good, the batter was so light and crispy, the chips were crunchy crisp and there was so much food, but they did give us boxes to take away what was left, 3 boxes so we could separate it all. It’s great not to waste food. We ate it next day and it was still tasting good. The servers were so nice and friendly and helpful. Told me not to worry when I told them all my dietary issues, that’s very rare in Roquetas, I’m usually told you can only have “a la plancha”. They brought me gluten free bread and we had limoncello slush on the house. Very good value for money for the quality and amount of food but please don’t put the prices up too much because that’s what seems to be happening in Roquetas lately because it’s becoming so popular and the people who live here are being priced out. This is a nice location near to the beach and near to the big Thursday market, shopping centre and theatre and the temperature inside was comfortable on a very hot day. Can’t wait to return to try their Zarzuela gluten free, another favourite dish I haven’t been able to eat for 3 years. Thanks to everyone here for their kindness, friendliness, warmth and helpfulness. And what a gem of a find in Roquetas, gluten free food (apart from grilled meat) is hard to find here. I also recommend that they clearly advertise their gluten free menu and that they will assist with other food allergies, we would not have known about this unless we had been told by the gluten free churros cafe ”