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Aurora Beach
Join the savvy Spaniards who lunch at the perfectly located Aurora Beach Restaurant. Specializing in seafood, this hidden gem boasts a warm, friendly staff and a fantastic manager. If it’s in season, get the red tuna salad with pineapple.
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Bar Altamirano
Located in the historic center, this 30-year old establishment offers traditional Andalusian cuisine in a low-key atmosphere. With a focus on fresh seafood and alfresco tables set on the Altamirano square, this longtime neighborhood joint is great for an easy...
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BiBo
A disciple of Spanish cooking legend Ferran Adrià, Dani Garcia is quietly building a culinary empire in Marbella. The latest addition is BiBo, a casual tapas joint that overlooks a large outdoor bar in Hotel Puente Romano. Here, the food is...
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Churreria Marbella
Set at the corner of a charming plaza in Old Town, this tiny café serves delicious churros con chocolate. It’s an ideal stop for people watching while enjoying breakfast or a mid-day snack.
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El Lago Restaurant
This Michelin-starred restaurant just outside of town features a creative twist on Andalucian cuisine using high-quality local produce. A quiet dinner on the terrace overlooking a lake and the golf course beyond is the perfect antidote to Marbella’s hectic summertime...
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El Patio at Marbella Club
Located in the gardens of the Marbella Club, this colorful Mediterranean dining spot offers a serene escape with warm and bubbly service. The plant-filled oasis makes for a great spot to enjoy an aperitif, after-hours cocktails or just a cup...
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La Sala Banus
For a big night out on the town, head to La Sala in Puerto Banus, which offers a Cannes type of dining-meets-nightlife experience. Serving international and classic Spanish dishes, this spot serves surprisingly delicious food and the atmosphere is a...
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Las Cuchis Beach Restaurant
You won’t see many tourists at this great little restaurant that sits right on beach. The perfect place for a relaxing lunch, this local favorite is very modern: the staff takes pride in catering to those with special diets and...
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MC Beach
A glamorous crowd flocks to the chiringuito at the Marbella Club Hotel, known for fried or spit-roasted fish and light, fresh salads. The chic beachfront restaurant is delightfully low-key, and the perfect encapsulation of what a Spaniard's seaside holiday should...
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Namazake
Located in the Hotel Puente Romano, the popular Namazake serves up high-concept, delicious sushi in a chic atmosphere. The restaurant also has a buzzing nightlife scene, with the sake frequently flowing past four in the morning.
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Restaurante Altamirano
This simple restaurant in the Old Town of Marbella serves typical Andalucian dishes, with an emphasis on fresh fish and seafood from Marbella’s ports. A mainstay for over 25 years, Altamirano is beloved by locals.
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The Grill
For a romantic night out, the candlelit garden restaurant at the Marbella Club Hotel cannot be beat. With a rotating menu that highlights the freshest seasonal produce, the Grill couples an enviable atmosphere with elegant, refined cuisine. During hunting season,...
Marbella

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Dining in Marbella is centered around two main areas: on the water, or in town. Beachside eateries range from xiringuitos, simple seafood shacks on the sand, to trendy beach clubs that go from cocktail brunches to late-night parties. At Puerto Banus, you’ll find a wide range of dining options on the marina, including some traditional Spanish marisquerias or seafood restaurants. For authentic Andalucian cuisine, head inland to Old Town, where you can enjoy a churro con chocolate while people-watching at a scenic plaza, or wander into a tiny tapas bar tucked inside a narrow alley to sample jamon Iberico.