Water Margin Chinese Restaurant: Authentic Cantonese Flavors

Welcome to Water Margin Chinese Restaurant, a delightful gem tucked away in the heart of Benalmádena. This Cantonese eatery promises not just a meal, but an experience that redefines your understanding of Asian culinary arts.

As you step into the restaurant located at C. Ole, 1, Centro Comercial Ole, you’ll immediately be enveloped by the inviting aroma of traditional Chinese spices and dishes. The atmosphere is warm and welcoming, making it a perfect spot for families, couples, or friends looking to share a memorable dining experience. The interior is air-conditioned, ensuring a comfortable setting even on the warmest of days.

Water Margin doesn’t just serve food; it crafts remarkable dishes that bring the essence of Cantonese cuisine to your table. One can't visit without indulging in their tantalizing dim sum, which are beautifully steamed and bursting with flavor. The salty ribs boast tender, succulent meat, while the sizzling beef with black bean sauce is a crowd favorite, perfectly pairing with fluffy boiled rice. Each plate is generously portioned, ensuring that your appetite is thoroughly satisfied without straining your budget.

Customer reviews echo the same sentiment. As one guest, Greta Heath, shared, “From the moment we walked in, a very pleasant super service awaited us.” Many diners have praised the high-quality food and the genuinely friendly staff, who are always ready to assist, making each visit feel personal. The owner’s attentive nature has earned him glowing remarks, creating an environment that feels much like home.

For those looking for convenience, Water Margin offers takeaway and delivery services that make enjoying these delectable dishes even easier. As highlighted by The KeiSki, the ease of ordering in English and the bonus of free delivery on orders over €10 adds an exceptional touch. Think about it: after a day at the beach, being able to relish a set meal for one for less than €10 while lounging at home sounds idyllic.

Value for money is paramount here, making it an ideal choice for budget-conscious diners without compromising on quality. Tony Heath notes, “Very good food and service,” reaffirming the restaurant's commitment to delivering an unpretentious yet satisfying dining experience. Whether you choose to sit outside in the quieter alley seating or within the cozy confines of the restaurant, your visit is sure to be delightful.

If you're in the area, Water Margin Chinese Restaurant is a must-visit destination that showcases the charm of Cantonese cuisine. It’s more than just a meal; it’s an invitation to savor authentic flavors while basking in a friendly, vibrant atmosphere that feels truly unique. Don’t miss out on this culinary experience – your taste buds will thank you!

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The KeiSki

05/12/2025

What an amazing experience! My Spanish isn’t great, so I’m always a bit nervous about ordering takeaway. But the woman who took my order spoke perfect English and couldn’t have been more helpful. I was going to collect, but she told me that because my order was over €10, I qualified for free delivery! (saved me cycling!) The food arrived quickly and the delivery driver was lovely and polite. I’d been craving salty spicy squid and plain fried noodles for ages. Wish I’d found Water Margin sooner. Everything was hot, fresh and full of flavour. They even threw in a sweet and sour sauce and some prawn crackers which was such a nice touch. Highly recommend and I’ll definitely be ordering again!

Greta Heath

03/12/2025

I really don't understand how this has any bad reviews. From the moment we walked in very pleasant super service. It got very busy inside the well air conditioned inside but all customers were served promptly efficiently and the food was very high quality. Large portions. Great value for money. The ribs had so much meat on! The dumplings were so tasty. My duck dish in black bean sauce was so tasty. If you want Chinese this is the place to go. So much choice. Such a good atmosphere and excellent food!

DLM

13/11/2025

Beautiful little gem amazing value and great food , staff are Amazing and the gentleman there is so attentive and welcoming he makes the place . Lovely family ran restaurant. Highly recommended . A must if your in the area

Gordon Workman

02/11/2025

This is a lovely, unpretentious restaurant with a comprehensive menu which should appeal to most people. I had a very enjoyable takeaway from here comprising of Dim sum/salty ribs/Sizzling beef with black bean sauce and boiled rice. The steamed Dim Sum were wonderful. The staff here are amazingly friendly and will help with your order. Price is very reasonable and you can eat out/in as you wish. The service alone merits my vote. Near the Marina/Prom and Puerto Marina bus stop. Very good and very reasonable.

Victoria Heart

31/10/2025

Incredible value, tasty food. Lovely staff who were so welcoming to a large group. Found this place off Google Maps after a day at the beach. I had the set meal for 1, which was less than 10€. Drinks were all reasonably priced. The food arrived quickly, and everyone enjoyed their food. I can recommend this place to families, groups and couples. There is outside seating which is quieter than inside.

Darren Webster

16/10/2025

Called this evening and sampled the €9.50 for 4 course menu for an economical family meal for the 4 of us... Outside seating area is down the alley at the side of the restaurant, not the most scenic views, although pleasant, great service, and generous portion sizes for the low price, we all enjoyed the flavours, would come back again, but do try to eat traditional spanish dishes while on holiday

Tony Heath

02/10/2025

Very good food and service. The restaurant is no frills but still high quality fir what you want. Also prices very reasonable.

Barry Cocker

25/08/2025

Had a lovely meal here, the restaurant looks like it from a bygone age but don’t let that put you off. Great menu with lots of choices, good deals and good prices. We went as a party of 7 and we all loved it. Would definitely return here. We arrived quite early around 19.30 and it was filling up fast so maybe better to book a table