Parnaso

Melilla


This bistro with outdoor seating has extremely friendly staff and tasty tapas; the spicy chorizo is a standout. For something a little more filling, the pizza is a good bet. Popular during lunch and with the after-work crowd.


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1. Plaza de Toros

0.13 MILES

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2. Parque Hernández

0.21 MILES

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3. Statue Grande Libre

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4. Plaza de España

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5. Casino Militar

0.43 MILES

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6. Palacio de Asamblea

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7. Playa de la Ensanada de los Galápagos

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