Chiringuito El Barón, La Manga: menu, prices and bookings

Caldero (the local fish and rice stew), fried seafood and sunsets at km 17,5 of La Manga

Chiringuito El Barón is a seafood restaurant on the waterfront of Mar Menor, at km 17,5 of the Gran Vía in La Manga, beside the development that gives it its name. Although it retains 'chiringuito' in its name, it has an indoor dining room and a terrace on the sand. It is known for caldero (the local fish and rice stew), fried fish and very large portions.

What to order from the menu

Caldero, the traditional fish and rice stew from Mar Menor, is the dish most associated with the restaurant. Mixed fried seafood and portion sizes feature in hundreds of reviews, followed by these dishes:

Arroz a banda (rice cooked in fish stock) and lobster rice
Chopitos and chipirones (small squid)
Razor clams and octopus
Asiático cake (inspired by Cartagena's liqueur coffee), and homemade desserts highlighted by the restaurant, such as mango cake and pan de Calatrava (bread pudding)

Portions are large, so people usually order a little and add more later. Average spending is around 20 to 30 euros per person. In the morning it also works as a café, serving breakfasts and mid-morning meals.

Bookings and season

El Barón fills up, especially for summer dinners, and the terrace is taken first because it overlooks the sunset on Mar Menor. Book for lunch and dinner. In July and August it opens for lunch and dinner most days. Outside summer, it reduces hours and mainly opens at weekend lunchtimes, so in September and October call before visiting.

Getting here

The restaurant is on the lagoon side of the Gran Vía at km 17,5, in the northern half of La Manga. There is parking nearby, and the entrance, dining room and toilets are wheelchair accessible. It attracts many families with children and groups. To compare other places on the sand, see more beach bars in La Manga.

Frequently asked questions

Do I need to book at Chiringuito El Barón?

Yes. It often fills up, especially for summer dinners, and the terrace with views is taken first. Bookings are accepted for lunch and dinner.

How much does a meal at El Barón cost?

Average spending is around 20 to 30 euros per person. Portions are large, so a few dishes make a good meal.

What can you eat at El Barón in La Manga?

Seafood cooking: caldero (the local fish and rice stew), mixed fried seafood, arroz a banda (rice cooked in fish stock), lobster rice, chopitos and chipirones (small squid), and razor clams. Desserts include asiático cake (inspired by Cartagena's liqueur coffee) and homemade cakes.

Does El Barón open outside summer?

Yes, but on fewer days. Out of season it mainly opens at weekend lunchtimes, so call ahead.

Where is Chiringuito El Barón?

At km 17,5 of the Gran Vía in La Manga, beside the El Barón development, right by the beach on the Mar Menor side.

Is it wheelchair accessible?

Yes. The entrance, dining room and toilets are accessible.

El Barón

Caldero (the local fish and rice stew), fried seafood and sunsets at km 17,5 of La Manga

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