Don Papeo

Don Papeo is a traditional restaurant on the Gran Vía in La Manga, at km 9,6, in Edificio Dominique. From the avenue it looks like an ordinary restaurant, but inside there is an open-air terrace facing Mar Menor, and reviews mainly discuss the fresh fish, rice dishes and those views.

Rice dishes, fish and seafood

The cooking focuses on the ingredients, with rice dishes, fish, seafood and meat, as well as tapas for a light bite. These dishes appear most often in reviews:

• paella and lobster rice
• octopus and seafood
• escabeche de bonito (bonito in a vinegar marinade)
• croquettes
• salads and homemade desserts

Several customers say they followed the staff's recommendations, and Google also highlights its wine selection and desserts.

Terrace and atmosphere

First-time visitors are surprised by the open-air terrace at the back, overlooking Mar Menor, quite different from the frontage on the Gran Vía. The restaurant is wheelchair-accessible, with adapted toilets. Reservations are accepted and recommended in summer if you want a terrace table.

Opening hours and location

Don Papeo opens every day for lunch and dinner, and the kitchen stays open until mid-afternoon. It is at km 9,6 of La Manga, with the entrance on the main avenue. To compare other local rice dishes, see more restaurants in La Manga.