Boquerones

Pirate-themed Chiringuito Royal Beach Pirata serves beachfront treasures

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May 31, 2026

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Chiringuito Royal Beach Pirata, has been on the dining scene for years and years in Calahonda. Tucked down at the Royal Beach urbanisation in Sitio de Calahonda, this pirate themed bar is keeping it simple with food cooked well, directly on the beach and charging prices that are not going to break the bank.

All the family and your dogs made welcome on a gorgeous stretch of sand

Run by two brothers known locally as “the pirates,” the chiringuito is set up over 2 floors. A beach bar and barbecue area at sand level, and an upper terrace restaurant with open sea views. Parking is easy with a car park directly behind the restaurant, and if this one is full, there is a large grass area to park just a short walk away. It has ramp access and steps making it easily accessible to everyone.

The whole vibe is incredibly relaxed, a real, just come as you are feeling. Dogs are welcome down at the beach bar where they can be in the shade and watch people walking along the boardwalk.

Fresh affordable seafood

We visited during peak boquerones season, so would have been criminal not to have ordered a couple of different style portions, grilled and fried. Perfectly lightly fried anchovies served with a garlicky aioli for dunking. Then an alternative plate of charred smoky fish from the barbeque. Add to that crispy calamari, juicy clams, golden croquettes, a big bowl of chips and a sharing plate of generously nachos. All washed down with some reasonably priced local wines. Prices are good and fitting with the location along the coast.

Simple and speedy service

Service is friendly, buzzy, efficient and always someone close by, and the food arrives fast and hot.

Situated right on the beachfront and decorated in pure pirate style, its a fun different place for everyone. Ideal for a stop at the stand bar, for a long lunch or a dinner to watch the sun go down.