Eating in Marbella is much more than just eating. It is a ritual of elegance, art and pleasure.
The city not only boasts sunshine and luxury villas: its culinary offerings have conquered the palates of gourmets, chefs and celebrities from all over the world.
If you're looking for an elevated dining experience, here's our definitive guide to the most exclusive restaurants in Marbella in 2025.
1. Dani García Restaurant - The art of reinventing Andalusia
Location: Roman Bridge
Style: Michelin-starred, avant-garde Andalusian cuisine
Chef Dani García has turned Marbella into the epicentre of haute cuisine. His flagship restaurant offers a gastronomic journey that combines memory, creativity and impeccable technique.
- Themed tasting menus that change seasonally
- Open kitchen, personalised crockery and poetic presentation
- Impeccable service, top wine cellar and surprising pairings.
Tip Balufy: We can get you a table during high demand dates or book the private room for intimate or business dinners.
2. El Lago - Michelin Star with an ecological conscience
Location: Greenlife Golf, Elviria
Style: Sustainable, elegant, sophisticated
A restaurant that is committed to proximity, respect for local produce and a peaceful atmosphere next to a lake. El Lago is captivating for its honest, clean and emotional cuisine.
- Proposal based on 0 km and seasonal products
- Intimate atmosphere with natural views
- Andalusian cuisine with a contemporary vision
Tip Balufy: Ideal for romantic evenings or private tastings. We organise transport from your villa or accommodation by luxury car.
3. Messina - Gastronomic minimalism with soul
Location: Marbella Centre
Style: Michelin, experimental, intimate
Run by chef Mauricio Giovanini, Messina is one of Marbella's best kept secrets. Its proposal is technical and emotional, with a millimetric execution.
- Surprising tastings mixing local and international flavours
- A sober and modern ambience, ideal for demanding foodies.
- Extensive and carefully curated wine list
Tip Balufy: Perfect for discreet high-end dining. We also manage premium wine pairing experiences guided by the sommelier.
4. Nota Blu - French gastronomy with a Marbella touch
Location: Golden Mile
Style: Refined, social, atmospheric
Created by the team of La Fonda and Mamzel, Nota Blu is more than a restaurant: it's a concept. It combines contemporary French cuisine with sophisticated aesthetics and vibrant energy.
- Menu inspired by the French Riviera
- Spacious indoor and outdoor venues, perfect for events
- Excellent choice for lively dinners without losing elegance.
Tip Balufy: We reserve tables in areas with better acoustics or visibility. You can also request live music or a themed dinner.
5. Skina - Haute cuisine with pure essence
Location: Marbella Old Town
Style: Michelin star, intimate, exclusive
With just four tables, Skina is the smallest Michelin-starred restaurant in Spain. Here, every detail counts and each dish is a jewel of flavour and technique.
- Andalusian cuisine reinterpreted with elegance
- Hyper-personalised care
- Short but intense and perfectly balanced menus
Tip Balufy: We manage the whole experience from the transfer by private car to a guided walk through the Old Town with a local guide.
6. Ta-Kumi - Sushi that rivals Tokyo
Location: Marbella Centre
Style: Japanese, minimalist, signature
If you want a change of register without sacrificing excellence, Ta-Kumi offers the best sushi in town. Its chefs, Toshio and Álvaro, combine Japanese tradition with European influences.
- Nigiris and sashimis of supreme quality
- Exceptional raw material, fresh fish on a daily basis
- Zen, elegant ambience with attention to detail
Tip Balufy: We organise private Japanese dinner in your villa, with the same chefs and premium sake or white wine pairing.
Conclusion
In Marbella, eating well is easy. Eating unforgettably is art.
And with Balufy, that art becomes a fluid, exclusive experience designed for you.
Discover more luxury gastronomic experiences at www.balufy.com
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