Guidebook for Marbella
Food Scene
Quite hard to find in the laneways of the historic center but worth the effort for its delicious tapas... Sito, the host ensures that the best tapas are freshly prepared, an amazing variety to cover all tastes. A typical atmospheric tapas bar
32 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Restaurante El Cortijo
5 C. RemediosQuite hard to find in the laneways of the historic center but worth the effort for its delicious tapas... Sito, the host ensures that the best tapas are freshly prepared, an amazing variety to cover all tastes. A typical atmospheric tapas bar
A sophisticated venue with a view, plenty of variety on the menu, the food was delicious and the price reflected this. We felt the fantastic service and food we received was good enough for a second visit and our experience was consistent. Booking a must.
14 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Garum
Paseo MarítimoA sophisticated venue with a view, plenty of variety on the menu, the food was delicious and the price reflected this. We felt the fantastic service and food we received was good enough for a second visit and our experience was consistent. Booking a must.
A good Belgian / French bistrot serving an excellent steak, a delicious was tuna tartare and an amazing caramelised pineapple for dessert.
77 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Casanis Bistrot Marbella
8 C. AnchaA good Belgian / French bistrot serving an excellent steak, a delicious was tuna tartare and an amazing caramelised pineapple for dessert.
Located next to the museum of Contemporary Art of Malaga, Oleo serves a mix of sushi and Mediterranean dishes in a modern version. The dishes were delicious and beautifully presented. The menu changes as does the specials, but everything we had was good, the nigiri with tartar and truffles was to die for and the desserts alone were worth a visit!
44 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Óleo Restaurante, Cocina Mediterránea Sushi Bar
s/n C. AlemaniaLocated next to the museum of Contemporary Art of Malaga, Oleo serves a mix of sushi and Mediterranean dishes in a modern version. The dishes were delicious and beautifully presented. The menu changes as does the specials, but everything we had was good, the nigiri with tartar and truffles was to die for and the desserts alone were worth a visit!
Delicious tapas, great wine, excellent service and typical Spanish atmosphere! The food comes quickly despite the restaurant being very busy.
71 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
La Terraza de la Aduana
s/n Plaza de la AduanaDelicious tapas, great wine, excellent service and typical Spanish atmosphere! The food comes quickly despite the restaurant being very busy.
The best Moroccan restaurant in Andalucia! We visited this little restaurant twice as it was so good. The owner is friendly and attentive. We let him recommend the course selection. Hummus, keftas, tajine (chicken and lamb), mixed meat couscous were are exceptional. Highly recommended. Better book for dinner.
13 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Restaurante La Barra
Local 62 P.º del Muelle UnoThe best Moroccan restaurant in Andalucia! We visited this little restaurant twice as it was so good. The owner is friendly and attentive. We let him recommend the course selection. Hummus, keftas, tajine (chicken and lamb), mixed meat couscous were are exceptional. Highly recommended. Better book for dinner.
This is a very popular restaurant full of locals, which is always a good pointer. The portions are large, so consider sharing dishes. You can also decide to go just for tapas if you are not very peckish.
880 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
El Pimpi
62 C. GranadaThis is a very popular restaurant full of locals, which is always a good pointer. The portions are large, so consider sharing dishes. You can also decide to go just for tapas if you are not very peckish.
Tearoom at a high level. a huge selection of teas, hot and cold. Amazing tea cocktails and delicious coffee. Professional staff, for which work is also a hobby. Staff can provide advice and recommended drinks according to personal preferences. Definitely recommend to stop for a cup. In summer... go for a refreshing Jara lassi.
21 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
La Tetería
9 C. San AgustínTearoom at a high level. a huge selection of teas, hot and cold. Amazing tea cocktails and delicious coffee. Professional staff, for which work is also a hobby. Staff can provide advice and recommended drinks according to personal preferences. Definitely recommend to stop for a cup. In summer... go for a refreshing Jara lassi.
If you have to have a paella with a sea view go there. Last year we celebrated my mum’s birthday. All the staff was singing happy birthday in Spanish!
Only open in summer.
22 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Chiringuito El Laurel
s/n Avenida Jardines de la GolondrinaIf you have to have a paella with a sea view go there. Last year we celebrated my mum’s birthday. All the staff was singing happy birthday in Spanish!
Only open in summer.
Beautiful surroundings a very warm welcome, and it just got better when we were served with our order. The staff were excellent,tried a few places in Elviria, but Sloanes is by far the best.
6 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Sloanes Bistro
2 Av. de las CumbresBeautiful surroundings a very warm welcome, and it just got better when we were served with our order. The staff were excellent,tried a few places in Elviria, but Sloanes is by far the best.
Drinks & Nightlife
Located in Avenida del Mar near the Dali statues, it has a great cocktail list. Close to the sea, this is a classy venue for after or pre-dinner drinks, and you can also enjoy a smoke of the hookah pipe if it takes your fancy.
12 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Buddha Marbella Music Bar
3 Av. Puerta del MarLocated in Avenida del Mar near the Dali statues, it has a great cocktail list. Close to the sea, this is a classy venue for after or pre-dinner drinks, and you can also enjoy a smoke of the hookah pipe if it takes your fancy.
A relaxed place to go and have fun. The food is average and expensive... but in reality, no one comes here for the food. Drinks are expensive but the fun is guaranteed.
332 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Nikki Beach Marbella - Restaurant & Beach club
km 192 Carr. de CádizA relaxed place to go and have fun. The food is average and expensive... but in reality, no one comes here for the food. Drinks are expensive but the fun is guaranteed.
In this genuine bodega, there is a good choice of local sweet wines served in small glasses for a very reasonable price. Also some simple pre-made tapas, but I’m not sure they are fresh. They sell Malaga Wines by the glass straight from barrels. On the must do list when visiting Málaga.
171 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Antigua Casa de Guardia
18 Alameda PrincipalIn this genuine bodega, there is a good choice of local sweet wines served in small glasses for a very reasonable price. Also some simple pre-made tapas, but I’m not sure they are fresh. They sell Malaga Wines by the glass straight from barrels. On the must do list when visiting Málaga.
Shopping
La Canada Marbella is the largest shopping centre on the Costa del Sol. It is located at 10-15 minutes and the parking is free. The shops include the Spanish chains Mango, Zara and Massimo Dutti which are all cheaper here than anywhere else in Europe. Trust me, I know...I like to shop, so if you need a new wardrobe, it’s worth buying it all here.
100 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
TOUS
s/n C. Ramón ArecesLa Canada Marbella is the largest shopping centre on the Costa del Sol. It is located at 10-15 minutes and the parking is free. The shops include the Spanish chains Mango, Zara and Massimo Dutti which are all cheaper here than anywhere else in Europe. Trust me, I know...I like to shop, so if you need a new wardrobe, it’s worth buying it all here.
Essentials
For groceries shopping, there is a shop nearby called SuperCor Express where you can find everything you need. It even has a bakery.
43 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Supercor
26 Urb. Hacienda las ChapasFor groceries shopping, there is a shop nearby called SuperCor Express where you can find everything you need. It even has a bakery.
Farmacia Artola
N-340Closest pharmacy from home open 24/7.
Arts & Culture
Picasso Museum Málaga
8 C. San AgustínMuseo Carmen Thyssen Málaga
Calle CompañíaCac Malaga
S/N C. AlemaniaFantastic exhibition on utopia gathering works from Magritte, Miro, Dali and other contemporary artists.
510 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Centre Pompidou Málaga
s/n Pasaje Doctor Carrillo CasauxFantastic exhibition on utopia gathering works from Magritte, Miro, Dali and other contemporary artists.
Beautiful Andalucian village built on top of a cliff. Hemingway, Orson Welles and Maria Rielke fell in love with this white village with beautiful Muslim heritage buildings, magnificent church, the first bullfighting ring in Spain and great views from the valley.
1006 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Ronda
Beautiful Andalucian village built on top of a cliff. Hemingway, Orson Welles and Maria Rielke fell in love with this white village with beautiful Muslim heritage buildings, magnificent church, the first bullfighting ring in Spain and great views from the valley.
Sightseeing
A favourite area to visit is the beautiful Plaza de los Naranjos in the Old Quarter, meaning 'Orange Plaza' it is aptly named and especially beautiful when the orange blossoms are in bloom, it's also surrounded by restaurants and cafés making it a perfect place to unwind and watch the world go by.
310 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Plaza de los Naranjos
Plaza de los NaranjosA favourite area to visit is the beautiful Plaza de los Naranjos in the Old Quarter, meaning 'Orange Plaza' it is aptly named and especially beautiful when the orange blossoms are in bloom, it's also surrounded by restaurants and cafés making it a perfect place to unwind and watch the world go by.
Catedral de la Encarnación de Málaga
9 C. Molina Lario