Chiringuito de lola

Chiringuito de Lola is a beach bar on the sand at Plaza del Cavanna, 18, at km 2 of La Manga, with sea views from its terrace. It offers more cooking than you might expect from a beach bar: croquetas (Spanish croquettes), seafood, rice dishes and charcoal-grilled chicken. Sunsets and mojitos complete the most-mentioned themes in reviews.

What to order

Croquetas (Spanish croquettes) are the dish customers mention most. These dishes follow, appearing repeatedly in reviews:

• Sardines and squid
• Shellfish, especially clams and prawns
• Paella and other rice dishes
• Charcoal-grilled chicken
• Bonito tuna or tuna belly salad

Mojitos are the star drink, especially at sunset.

What the reviews say

Praise is shared between seafood, rice dishes and service many describe as friendly and familiar. Prices are at the higher end for a beach bar, in keeping with the produce and sea views from the terrace.

Bookings and seasonal hours

In summer, according to this listing, it opens daily from mid-morning until the early hours, a little later on Fridays and Saturdays. Out of season, Google's hours differ considerably: closed Monday to Wednesday, and open Thursday to Sunday from daytime until late evening, without staying into the early hours. Several customers booked by phone without difficulty, and in August that is the sensible option, especially for dinner.

Getting here

Plaza del Cavanna is at km 2 of the Gran Vía, near the start of La Manga when coming from Cabo de Palos. There is wheelchair-accessible entry and parking. To compare other bars on the sand, see more beach bars in La Manga.