Well known for being a playground for the rich and famous, Marbella has a distinctly cosmopolitan attitude, combined with Andalusian traditions and hospitality. With so much to choose from in this characterful and vibrant city, we asked Nobu Hotel Marbella’s General Manager, Francesco Roccato, to suggest his own personal recommendations.

Nobu Marbella

Of course, we must start with Nobu Marbella, our signature restaurant. Offering their internationally renowned menu of Japanese fusion dishes, as well as special creations inspired by the locality of the Andalusian region, this restaurant has a great vibe to it. Perfect for a spirited dining experience, the restaurant comes alive in the evening and becomes one of the cities most exciting places to be.

Skina

Located at the top end of Marbella’s Old Town, Skina’s off-the-beaten-track feel and miniature size gives it a real sense of authenticity. Offering a tasting menu to die for, their food is not only delicious, but incredibly clever with their use of molecular gastronomy in their tapas dishes, explaining Chef Marcos Grandos’ apt philosophy of ‘Tasty Creativity’.

Restaurant Dani Garcia

Imaginative, innovative and intimate, the restaurant of double Michelin-starred chef Dani Garcia really is a heaven for foodies. Located moments from Nobu Hotel Marbella, it offers and eccentric and innovative twist to typical Andalusian cuisine with a sophisticated and sleek presentation. This restaurant is true class and the service is unparalleled. 

Paco Jimenez Marbella Arte Culinario

Located on the stunning ‘Plaza de Los Naranjos’ in the heart of the Old Town, this delightful restaurant’s take on traditional Mediterranean dishes has much to be admired. Having refined his passion for Andalusian cooking and fine dining in since the seventies, Chef Paco has perfected his warming regional dishes. The flamboyant character and charming personality of this restaurant in second only to the intense artistry of flavours found throughout the delectable menu.

The Grill at Marbella Club

Epitomising old world glamour and unparalleled service, ‘The Grill’ at Marbella Club is a must visit for true romantics. With a menu artfully conceived by award-winning chef Juan Gálvez, selections vary every 2 months, ensuring that every visit provides a new gastronomic experience that never ceases to astound. And the scene stealer is the truly world-class terrace. With a sea of romantic candles surrounding the tables, a calming scent of jasmine and bougainvillea in the air, topped off by live piano music, the terrace is the stuff of romantic old Hollywood movies.

Nobu Restaurant Marbella launched in 2017, and the opening of Nobu Hotel Marbella follows in spring 2018 at the luxurious Puente Romano Beach Resort & Spa on the 'Golden Mile'. 

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