Maykao Beach Club is a beachfront chiringuito in La Torre del Sol, on the Costa Dorada near Tarragona. It's part beach bar, part full restaurant, with sunbeds and umbrellas directly on the sand.
Our La Torre del Sol beach club guide covers it alongside the best places to stay nearby.
The beach setting is the main draw. Live DJs play regularly, and the crowd is relaxed and mixed, with families as welcome as couples. It's well-equipped, with a kids' area, free parking and wheelchair access.
Prices sit at the €€ level, reasonable for the location. There's a shower on site for rinsing off before you eat, and credit cards are accepted. Note that Maykao is currently listed as temporarily closed, so call ahead before making the trip.
Rated 4.4 from 857 reviews, with 65% giving it five stars. A small number of lower ratings pull the average slightly, but the overall consensus is positive.
Our picks for a night in La Torre del Sol:
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- Camping with beach accessCamping La Torre del Sol
- Nearby Mont-roig del Camphotel Mont-Roig del Camp Costa Daurada
Food & Drinks at Maykao Beach Club
Arròs negre and mussels are what guests talk about most. The menu covers rice dishes, fish, meat and appetizers, with a children's menu also available. Service runs from brunch through dinner.
Cocktails, wine, beer and coffee are all on the drinks list. One reviewer described the food as "first-class" and praised the thoughtfully put-together menu. Patatas bravas are a popular order too.
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