El Rincón de la Hormiga

El Rincón de la Hormiga is a bar at Paseo de la Barra, 15, right on the harbourfront in Cabo de Palos. Linked to the village's diving scene, it has made a name for its cocktails, by far the most-discussed feature, and the atmosphere on its sea-facing terrace.

Drinks and snacks

Cocktails are the focus of the bar. The mojito is mentioned most often in reviews, and some people come for draught beer and end up ordering from the cocktail board. Google highlights its good beer selection, and the menu also has wine and spirits with mixers. Tapas are available alongside, and ceviche appears in several reviews.

• Cocktails, led by the mojito
• Draught beer and a selection of beers
• Wine and spirits
• Tapas and ceviche

The atmosphere

The bar is linked to a dive centre, reflected in its mix of divers, locals and tourists. The background music is another topic in reviews. Dogs are allowed, there is free Wi-Fi, and the toilets and access are wheelchair-accessible.

When it opens

It closes on Mondays and Tuesdays. On Wednesdays and Sundays it opens from morning to mid-afternoon; Thursday to Saturday it stays open until midnight, when the evening drinks atmosphere is most apparent. Google lists typical spending of 10 to 20 euros per person.

Getting here

Paseo de la Barra runs along the harbour in Cabo de Palos. According to its Google listing, there is free street parking. If you are interested in diving, the directory lists the area's diving schools.