Phone: +34958640044,+34678871745
Address: Paseo De Andres Segovia, La Herradura, 18697, Almuñécar, Spain
City: Almuñécar
Menu Dishes: 7
Reviews: 6479
Website: https://elchambaodejoaquin.com
"I booked a table for one last Sunday, 16th April and made an extra special effort of going early in the morning and made the booking in person with the very friendly staff, who I usually get on very well with. I arrived on time at 2pm (I am British well half Irish) for my booking and was seated at a table outside as I'd requested. After some minutes without any service, me being a very pro active person, I went to the bar myself and asked for a bottle of still water and a glass of wine, which was served without a glass for the water, so I had to reach over the bar myself and take a glass from the overhead rack above the bar not a problem, as I say I'm a go getter and don't stand on ceremony for people to do things for me, even though I am in a full service restaurant. I took my drinks back to my table and sat and waited for the waiter/waitress to come and take my order. After some several minutes, I decided to be pro active again and approached the Colombian chap on the barbecue to ask him if I could have a plate of the paella as that was all that I wanted for lunch. He said I needed to ask the waiter/waitress and he couldn't just do me a plate of paella. Fair enough, I'll seek out who my waiter/waitress is and ask them myself. I asked the owner who pointed me towards a woman and I politely asked her if I could order a plate of paella for my table. She seemed a bit stressed and put out by the fact that I'd had to seek her out to place my order, but I didn't want to spend all day waiting around for a plate of paella, or it would be better to just make it myself, it might be quicker! Anyway some tens of minutes pass by and no paella arrives, and I look around to see that all of the Spanish customers, who have mostly arrived after me, have been served drinks and are now starting to receive their food. Mine never materialises and I start to think about the calm surroundings of Marina del Este where I live and the wonderful service I always receive there, and so I decided to cut my losses and go back there. I go to pay the bill and ask the owner, Joaquin, for my bill, €20 for the drinks and the paella but I didn't receive the paella I point out. But you have must, says the jefe, it's here on the bill, but I didn't I protest. At that point, he asks the waitress who was in charge of my table why I hadn't received the paellas and they have an argument in thick Andaluz, which I can't understand a word of. €5 he says it'll cost me, once they'd agreed I hadn't received the paella, sorry no €6 he says, he'd forgotten the service charge or something. I can't get the money out of my pocket fast enough so I can get the hell out of there and go somewhere where I'll be treated like a regular valued customer. Oh, by the way, I'd eaten there the previous Sunday with my wife and be treated like a king and queen, but on this day, I don't know whether it was because I was dining alone, or because I was wearing a hat with flowers in it, I was treated with contempt and disrespect. Needless to say, I shall not be returning and they have lost a regular customer, who I know used to entertain their staff with my witticisms in Spanish, but there you go, unfortunately in Spain, especially on Sundays when the locals come out, the guirris go to the back of the queue, and even worse are actively discouraged from even going out for a meal. Don't worry, I'll take the hint and unlike Arnie, I won't be back."
Full menu - 7 options
All prices are estimates on menu.
Appetizer
Tempura
Crispy battered vegetables and seafood deep-fried to golden perfection, served with a light dipping sauce.
Salads
Side Salad
A fresh mix of greens, tomatoes, cucumbers, and carrots, served with your choice of dressing.
Avocado Salad
Fresh avocado slices, cherry tomatoes, crisp lettuce, and a zesty lime dressing.
Latin American Food
Fish & Seafood
Seafood
Octopus And Orzo
Tender octopus served with flavorful orzo, combining Mediterranean ingredients for a delightful seafood dish.
Alejandro
Lugar único en la costa granadina, la comida y todo fue muy bien
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Miguel
Un buen sitio para comer, y pasar un buen rato. Precios normales.
Esperanza
Muy buena la comida. Y muy buenas vistas. El camarero muy simpático y atento.
Alexandra
El sitio espectacular, el mejor rincon de la herradura. El servicio genial y la comida muy buena tambien! View menu
Stuart
Went for lunch, waiter was determined to have us order more expensive dishes. Food was poor, and expensive. A shame given the location.
Estela
Fuimos de pasada a visitar el sitio y nos sorprendió , buena decoración buena comida y sobre todo muy bien servicio, volveremos sin duda. Lo recomiendo
Evie
Great food, however had to call the waiter over to order. Was ignored through out and our waiter seemed to be annoyed at us the whole time even though all we did was order. View menu
Veronica
El Chambao de Joaquín es ya visita obligada cada vez que vuelva a esta playa. Super recomendable por el servicio, excelente en el trato del camarero que estuvo muy atento en todo momento y que por cortesía de la casa nos invitaron al postre de helado de chocolate. Los mejillones en salsa de tomate, de 10!!! Repetiré!! Las extremeñas.
Mary
Fuimos por recomendacion y nos gusto mas de lo que esperabamos un trato muy familiar y agradable y la comida buena y original la brocheta estaba muy buena la recomiendo super agusto y tranquilos y sin nada de prisas por que nos fuesemos como en muchos sitios que estan desea do cobrarte para coger la mesa gracias por el buen trato un Saludo de Isidro
cvguru
I booked a table for one last Sunday, 16th April and made an extra special effort of going early in the morning and made the booking in person with the very friendly staff, who I usually get on very well with. I arrived on time at 2pm (I am British well half Irish) for my booking and was seated at a table outside as I'd requested. After some minutes without any service, me being a very pro active person, I went to the bar myself and asked for a bottle of still water and a glass of wine, which was served without a glass for the water, so I had to reach over the bar myself and take a glass from the overhead rack above the bar not a problem, as I say I'm a go getter and don't stand on ceremony... View menu
Almuñécar
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Pescado Delight in our exquisite fish dishes, crafted from the freshest catch of the day. From grilled favorites to savory stews, our menu celebrates the ocean's bounty with flavors to satisfy every palate.
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Bebidas Quench your thirst with our refreshing selection of drinks, from hand-crafted cocktails and fine wines to non-alcoholic delights, including sodas, juices, and expertly brewed coffee and tea. Perfect complements to your meal! View menu
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Desayuno Start your day with our delicious breakfast options, featuring everything from classic eggs and pancakes to healthy smoothies and yogurt. Perfect for a hearty meal or a light morning bite!
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Mariscos Dive into the freshest catches of the sea with our seafood selection, featuring exquisite dishes prepared with high-quality fish and shellfish. Savor the flavors of the ocean in every bite!
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Cafetería
