Pauza – Restaurant in La Cala de Mijas
Argentine fire cuisine with a Nordic touch. A refuge for the senses in La Cala de Mijas, Málaga.
Where to eat in La Cala de Mijas
Authentic Argentine Fire
Every cut is grilled over open flame using the Argentine asador technique. Fire is the star, the produce its soul.
A Unique Nordic Touch
Lucas Villaverde blends Argentine asado with Scandinavian finesse. A one-of-a-kind proposal on the Costa del Sol.
4.8 ⭐ from 544 Reviews
One of the highest-rated restaurants in La Cala de Mijas on TripAdvisor and Google.
"Where Argentine fire meets Nordic elegance"
A place to live the moment
PAUZA was born in March 2025 from the hands of Lucas Villaverde and Soledad González. A place where time stops, flavours surprise and every visit becomes a memory. Average price: €35 per person.
The venue at Calle Cómpeta 2 combines a warm interior with modern decor mixing natural and Nordic elements. Perfect for romantic dinners, family celebrations and corporate gatherings.
Calle Cómpeta 2, La Cala de Mijas
Tue–Thu & Sun 6pm · Fri–Sat 6pm · Closed Mondays
+34 604 49 29 38
When to visit us
- MondayClosed
- Tuesday – Thursday18:00 – 00:30
- Friday – Saturday18:00 – 01:00
- Sunday18:00 – 00:30
The kitchen closes 1 hour before the restaurant closes. Booking recommended, especially on weekends.
Gallery of dishes and atmosphere
Argentine fire-grilled asado, PAUZA La Cala de Mijas
Charcuterie and cheese board, PAUZA restaurant
Glazed bondiola over fire, PAUZA
Gaucho ribeye, Argentine restaurant La Cala de Mijas
Fire-grilled octopus, PAUZA Mijas Costa
Creamy signature risotto, PAUZA
Crispy spring rolls, PAUZA starter
Argentine-style ceviche, PAUZA La Cala
Top-rated restaurant in La Cala de Mijas
"Everything we ordered was delicious and beautifully presented. Lovely staff and a gorgeous atmosphere."
Javier S.
Google Reviews
"We came by chance and what a discovery. The meat is served on a hot plate. We will be back for sure."
Esperanza M.
Restaurant Guru
"The pumpkin risotto is a 10 and the avocado rolls are a must. No doubt we will return."
María José
TheFork
How to get to PAUZA from the Costa del Sol?
Just minutes from the main hubs of the Costa del Sol.
From Fuengirola
10 minutes via the MA-426, towards La Cala de Mijas.
From Marbella
25 minutes via the A-7 towards Málaga, La Cala de Mijas exit.
From Málaga city
30 minutes via the A-7 or AP-7.
From the airport
20 minutes from Málaga Airport (AGP).
Or by phone: +34 604 49 29 38 or WhatsApp