Restaurants in Marbella

Marbella has become a highly acclaimed destination thanks to the variety it offers for enjoying a holiday.

First of all, this city on the Costa del Sol is known for its beaches: kilometres of coarse sand and crystal-clear, gently waving waters, perfect for enjoying with friends, partners, or family. Along them you’ll find countless chiringuitos and beach clubs offering a wide gastronomic selection to enjoy with the sea breeze.

Some of the ones we can recommend are:

La Milla de Marbella

Luis Miguel Menor and César Morales’s restaurant has been renovated in form, but not in essence. It remains one of the great temples of fresh produce on the Málaga coast, but it has now moved beyond the beach-shack aesthetic and taken a step further into the upscale space it truly is — a benchmark on the Costa del Sol for the finest seasonal raw materials from the sea right in front of it. There are undisputed classics, like the sardine espeto (skewer). And the Andalusian gazpachos. In the traditional Andalusian pescaíto frito — another must-try dish — local anchovies reign supreme. Shellfish and other top-quality fish grilled al espeto will make choosing difficult.

http://www.lamillamarbella.com

La Plage Casanis

This is the quintessential chiringuito and “beach club” of this leading restaurant group on the Costa del Sol. With nearly 20 years of experience, both this venue and its other two concepts — Casanis Bistrot, an icon of French cuisine located in Marbella’s historic centre, and Mamzel at Finca Besaya, their new restaurant, where high-end cuisine coexists with entertainment in a cosmopolitan setting — are undisputed “foodie” references for both locals and visitors.

https://laplagecasanis.com/

El Chiringuito de Puente Romano

Marbella’s jet set hasn’t completely gone — that much is clear from this list. Many of those who stayed are here, at another iconic hotel: Puente Romano, a destination in itself and a gastronomic hub like few others, with top-tier restaurants (Leña is here, so is Nobu) and one of our favourite chiringuitos. Enjoy one of their famous mojitos by the beach, on the outdoor terrace, or in their elegant indoor restaurant — very “hippy chic” — paired with a tasty and laid-back menu with sea views. Some must-try dishes? The espetos, the original fish shawarma, and an addictive crème brûlée.

www.puenteromano.com

MC Beach

If we were talking about Hotel Marbella Club and El Grill, we can’t forget the other gastro side of this deluxe establishment — besides its idyllic El Patio — which is its beach club, MC Beach. Fish and shellfish from Málaga and beyond (they have an interesting Japanese section) that shine on the sand of the hotel’s beach area, next to the photogenic jetty and with views of an endless blue. Their rice dishes are second to none.

www.marbellaclub.com

Secondly, Marbella — this paradise on the Costa del Sol — is also known for a more reserved and exclusive gastronomic scene, where you can enjoy a unique experience for the palate.

Ta-Kumi

At this point, it’s clear that meat and Japanese cuisine triumph in Marbella, even if it might seem strange at first — but, as we were saying, summer here isn’t just about going from one chiringuito to the next. Toshio Tsutsui and Álvaro Arbeloa marked a before and after on the Costa del Sol with this signature brand, which champions Japanese tradition with the finest produce from our seas. Craftsmanship and mastery (which is what the name means) meet here in an extensive menu — either choose your own dishes or let yourself be surprised.

www.restaurantetakumi.com

Erre y Urrechu

A top-tier steakhouse and wine bar in both respects. It’s the proposal at Gran Meliá Don Pepe — a modern steakhouse, somewhere between dark-and-gold Gatsby style and the trends and aesthetics of any great cool restaurant in any major capital. People come here to enjoy a dance of embers and fire that isn’t limited to meats: it also caters to vegans. Cuts like Simmental, Santa Rosalía wagyu, Friesian, and vegetables from their own garden fill the menu. The meats are grilled over holm oak wood, the vegetables over orange wood. And all of them are a hit, especially out on the bright terrace. Pay attention to the wine cellar.

www.erremarbella.com

La Kava

There’s no menu here. Literally. Fernando Alcalá offers ten daily dishes that change depending on availability and on how the inspiration strikes each morning. So we can’t tell you to order this or pick that. You’re in his hands — but don’t worry, they’re the best hands. His homeland and his travels around the world, which have been and continue to be many, inspire his recipe book and also his wine list. There’s a lot of Asia. Also a lot of local flavours, in explosive combinations with more global touches. An eel with fried egg, a white prawn with Taiwanese gazpacho, a sea bream with Madras curry. And a multi-award-winning cheesecake that’s worth running far and wide to find.

www.kavamarbella.com

Leña

Meat triumphs in Marbella — perhaps the people of Marbella are tired of pescaíto. Dani García opened the doors of his dream steakhouse with sophisticated interior design and a multitude of options for all tastes and budgets under the name Leña (also in Madrid). The menu is huge. It starts with a vegetable section — always grilled — where the Málaga avocado with feta cheese and coriander pesto can’t be missed (great produce is a hallmark of the place). There are signature dishes from the chef, like the whole green apple that’s actually foie gras mi-cuit. There’s his mother’s braised meat, or the impressive and substantial cured old-cow carpaccio with truffle emulsion and parmesan. Fun pinchos and, of course, a wide range of all kinds of meat cuts fill out the menu. Don’t leave without the pink cake for dessert.

www.grupodanigarcia.com

But it’s not all sophisticated gastronomy — you can also find Marbella’s great nightlife, with clubs and DJs that leave no one indifferent.

Olivia Valere

One of the most luxurious and well-known clubs in Marbella is Olivia Valere. An endless list of celebrities — including Bruce Willis, Enrique Iglesias, Joaquín Cortés, and Dolph Lundgren, among others — have visited this club, which offers all kinds of music. The venue features an exquisite restaurant, Babilonia, and spectacular outdoor courtyards with Arabian arches that exude a magical aura. An unforgettable experience you can enjoy if you visit Marbella.

www.oliviavalere.com

The Club Suite

La Suite Club is a sophisticated spot for drinks and events. Inspired by the legendary New York nightclub Studio 54, the seductive décor of this exclusive 600 m² club successfully blends the hotel’s Roman heritage with the industrial atmosphere of a New York loft.

Like the legendary Studio 54, La Suite Club is the place for Marbella’s stars — where the local jet set and the celebrities who visit the Costa del Sol every year gather each night to enjoy the best music and an exceptional atmosphere.

On its outdoor terrace, La Terrasse offers an authentic and magical setting to enjoy the Marbella night in a unique environment during the warm summer months.

With attentive and professional service, nationally and internationally renowned DJs, and top-tier customer care, La Suite is the meeting point for Marbella’s most fashionable night owls.

http://www.lasuitemarbella.com

Kube

Kube is one of the latest clubs to open its doors. It’s located at the end of the marina, right behind the Louis Vuitton boutique, and it’s a place of extreme luxury and glamour. Nights at Kube are so spectacular that it will be very hard to forget an evening at this Marbella club.

You can reserve a VIP section and enjoy the night with a cocktail or a drink while you dance or relax on your private sofa.

http://www.kube.com