

Anyway Wine Bar
La Malagueta, Málaga
Bar in Málaga, Spain
Why go
Anyway Wine Bar is worth keeping for a wine-first Málaga stop, especially in mild evening weather near Centro. The 92 Falstaff Points make the case for the glass, while the Macarfi food score suggests food is a support act rather than the main reason to go. Cross-shop terrace or cocktail venues if the setting matters more.
About Anyway Wine Bar
92 Falstaff Points is the decision cue here: in Málaga’s warm-weather drinking circuit, Anyway Wine Bar is the sensible pick when the next stop should be about wine rather than a long dinner or cocktail theatrics. The safer read is not to plan the whole night around it; use it as an easy, wine-first stop in Centro, especially when mild weather makes a waterfront-adjacent drink feel like the right move.
If you have been once for a quick glass, the next visit should be more focused. Treat the bar as a place to let the wine choice lead and keep food expectations secondary: the Macarfi food score signals enough food credibility to support the drinking, not enough reason to make this the main dinner reservation. For a fuller eating plan, use the full Málaga restaurants guide; for a drinks-only crawl, the full Málaga bars guide is the better planning rail.
Pick it for wine; choose a terrace peer if outdoor seating is the point
The outdoor angle needs a clear call: do not choose this solely because you want a terrace. The confirmed reason to go is the wine-bar recognition. If open-air seating is the deciding factor, cross-shop Media Luna Chill Out Terrace instead; its terrace proposition is clearer from the start. If you want cocktails, compare Nusa Cocktail Bar before committing here.
Timing matters more in Málaga than in colder cities. Aim for early evening in mild weather, when a glass before dinner makes more sense than a late bar crawl. This is also the right call for a returning guest: skip the vague plan to drink somewhere nearby and make the visit wine-led from the start. If the night is moving toward hotels, wineries, or experiences, keep the full Málaga hotels guide, full Málaga wineries guide, full Málaga experiences guide close so the bar does not have to carry the whole itinerary.
Use it as a low-friction stop, not a guaranteed dinner solution
It works as a low-friction stop when the group wants a credible drink without weeks of planning. Couples should treat it as a date drink rather than a full occasion dinner; groups should use it as a meeting point before a bigger plan. If a previous visit felt casual, keep that mental model: tighten the brief around wine, do not inflate the occasion.
For broader bar research, open a Málaga wine-bar page, a Málaga bodega page, a Centro bar page without treating them as direct substitutes unless wine format is the deciding factor. Outside Málaga, these bar pages in San Sebastián, Barcelona, Alishan are useful for category context. Quick reference: go for an easy wine-first stop; cross-shop terrace or cocktail peers if the setting matters more than the glass.
Planning details
- Location
- Paseo de la Farola, 8, 29016 Málaga (Centro)
- Website
- anywaywinebar.com
- Phone
- +34-695377799
Planning details
Location
Recognition and awards
Also consider
Also Consider
- Nusa Cocktail Bar, Notable alternative
- Media Luna Chill Out Terrace, Notable alternative
- The Royal Lounge Coffee & Bar, Notable alternative
- Balausta Bar, Notable alternative
- Puerta Oscura, Notable alternative
Bar context
How it compares in Málaga
Choose Anyway Wine Bar over Nusa Cocktail Bar when wine is the brief. Nusa is the cleaner cross-shop for a cocktail-led night; Anyway has the stronger third-party wine signal thanks to Falstaff. For value, use Anyway for focused drinks rather than dinner, which keeps the plan controlled without relying on a full meal.
If outdoor mood leads the decision, Media Luna Chill Out Terrace is the more logical first check. Anyway is better when the glass matters more than the open-air setup; Media Luna is better when the group wants the terrace idea stated upfront. The Royal Lounge Coffee & Bar reads as the flexible coffee-to-bar option, so choose it for mixed daytime-to-evening groups and choose Anyway for a tighter wine plan.
Balausta Bar and Puerta Oscura are useful cross-shops when ambiance matters and the group wants to compare Málaga bar rooms before committing. Anyway should be easier to justify for a wine-curious couple or small group; Balausta Bar and Puerta Oscura make more sense when the priority is a broader bar setting rather than a wine-led stop.
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| Venue | Awards | Booking Difficulty |
|---|---|---|
| Anyway Wine Bar | 2026 Falstaff Wine Bar Guide | Easy |
| Nusa Cocktail Bar | No published awards | Unknown |
| Media Luna Chill Out Terrace | No published awards | Unknown |
| The Royal Lounge Coffee & Bar | No published awards | Unknown |
| Balausta Bar | No published awards | Unknown |
| Puerta Oscura | No published awards | Unknown |
What to weigh when choosing between Anyway Wine Bar and comparable nearby venues.
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need a reservation at Anyway Wine Bar?
For a simple drink stop, a reservation is usually less important than at a full dining room, but it is still smart for peak evening hours. The Falstaff Wine Bar score of 92 points suggests a place people seek out for wine, so timing matters. For a faster fallback, The Royal Lounge Coffee & Bar is the easier no-planning option.
Is the food good at Anyway Wine Bar?
Treat it as a wine-led stop first, not a food-first booking. The Macarfi 6.1 Food Rating (2026) points to food that supports the wine list rather than drives the visit on its own. If the group cares more about eating than drinking, Balausta Bar is the safer comparison.
Is Anyway Wine Bar good for groups?
It works better for small groups than large ones, especially if the plan is drinks rather than a full meal. The Centro address at Paseo de la Farola, 8 makes it easy as a meeting point, but wine bars are usually more comfortable for pairs or fours than bigger tables. For a looser group hangout, Media Luna Chill Out Terrace is the more obvious terrace-first choice.
Does Anyway Wine Bar have outdoor seating?
The terrace angle is part of the appeal, so yes, it is a sensible choice if outdoor seating matters. Even so, the stronger reason to pick it is the wine-bar recognition, not just the setting at Paseo de la Farola, 8. If the main goal is sitting outside, Media Luna Chill Out Terrace is the more direct comparison.
Is Anyway Wine Bar good for a date?
Yes, for a drink-focused date where wine matters more than a full dinner plan. The Falstaff Wine Bar - 92 Falstaff Points (2026) signal makes it easier to trust for that use case, the Centro location keeps the logistics simple. For a softer lounge feel, Nusa Cocktail Bar is the better date-night alternative.





















