Live music in an intimate setting
Café Málaga is small, which is the point. The stage is close enough that you can watch the guitarist's hands. Local musicians play jazz sessions, acoustic flamenco and varied live music several evenings a week. Friday nights especially: after 11 pm the bar fills up, a musician takes the stage, and the rest of the evening organizes itself around the music. For what comes after, see our guide to Córdoba after dark, or find a full flamenco show at one of the city's tablaos.
Signature gin tonics and crafted cocktails
The spirits menu leans hard into gin tonics — premium gins matched with thoughtfully chosen tonics, garnished according to what works rather than what looks impressive. The bar has different aromatic combinations depending on the gin, and the bartenders take time to talk through the options. Beyond gin: classic and creative cocktails, craft beers, and a selection of local wines. Nobody rushes you.
Elegant pub-lounge atmosphere
The interior sits between pub and lounge — warm enough to be comfortable, designed enough to feel considered. Acoustics are built around live performance, so even when the place is full, the music cuts through cleanly. The crowd is a regular mix of Córdoban locals and travelers who looked past the tourist bars. Conversations run long here. The convivial atmosphere holds all evening.
Evenings and opening hours
The bar opens at 4 pm but does not hit its stride until late. On Fridays, musicians come on around midnight and play until closing. Average drink: €5–12 per glass depending on what you choose. Calle Málaga 3, a few minutes from the Mezquita and the main sights of the historic center.
