Michelin Restaurants in Costa del Sol, Andalucía (Spain)

Costa del Sol might be best known for sunny golf holidays, but the area also has a lot of wonderful culinary experiences waiting. Among the thousands of restaurants located along the sunny coast, there are currently 8 restaurants with Michelin stars and several Michelin mentions.

If you are looking for a unique date night experience, keep reading as I go through all the current Michelin restaurants in Costa del Sol, Andalucía.

Costa del Sol & Michelin

Let me start by clarifying the geographical area in question here, Costa del Sol. This is a region of Andalucía, Spain, covering more than 150 kilometres of coastline from Cádiz to the border of Granada. Across this stretch, we find many popular tourist destinations including Marbella, Fuengirola, Málaga, Mijas, Nerja, Benalmádena, Estepona, Torremolinos and Vélez-Málaga.

While many of these cities are mostly known for their resorts and sunny days (hence the name), they are also filled with restaurants. And while some might be overpriced tourist attractions, others are really great alternatives.

As can be seen in the table below, there are 32 Michelin restaurants in Costa del Sol at the moment. This includes restaurants that currently have one (or more) Michelin stars or an active mention in the 2025 guide.

Overview of Michelin restaurants in Costa del Sol

In the table below, you can see all restaurants on the Costa del Sol that are mentioned in the 2025 Michelin guide. You can sort by location, achievement, or price to find something that fits you.

Please note that menus and prices can change frequently. Additionally, not all restaurants offer tasting menus. Still, I hope that the table above can give you an idea of the different price points.

What do the different achievements mean?

The Michelin Guide recognises restaurants in several ways, each with its own meaning. Here’s a quick breakdown of what the different acknowlodgements mean:

Michelin Stars (★, ★★, ★★★)

The highest level of Michelin recognition. A restaurant can receive one, two, or three stars, traditionally categorised as follows:

• One star: A very good restaurant in its category, worth a stop.
• Two stars: Excellent cooking, worth a detour.
• Three stars: Exceptional cuisine, worth a special journey.

Stars are awarded based on strict criteria such as:

• Quality of ingredients
• Mastery of techniques
• Harmony of flavours
• The chef’s personality in the cuisine
• Consistency over multiple visits

They are reassessed every year, so earning (and keeping) them is no small feat.

Bib Gourmand

Introduced in 1997, this award highlights great food at a reasonable price. It’s perfect if you want quality cooking without the fine-dining bill. These are often beloved local spots with hearty, well-made dishes.

Michelin Selected / Recommended (Mention)

Restaurants that don’t receive a star or Bib Gourmand but still impress Michelin inspectors may be listed with a Michelin Plate (“L’Assiette Michelin”). This means the place serves “good cooking,” using quality ingredients and showing attention to detail, even if it isn’t at the star or Bib Gourmand level.

Fun fact: Several restaurants start as a mention before getting their star(s). An example of this is Blossom, which earned its star in 2025 after several years of being mentioned.

Green Star

Added in 2020, the Michelin Green Star recognises restaurants at any level (star, Bib, or Plate) that are leading in sustainable gastronomy. This includes local sourcing, seasonal menus, reducing food waste, and innovative eco-friendly practices. As an example, Sollo is awarded a Green star due to its focus on sustainability and local produce.

History of Michelin in Andalucía

The Michelin Guide has been covering Spain since the early 20th century. Still, Andalucía, and specifically the Costa del Sol, has only more recently started appearing as a true culinary destination in its own right. Similar to the rise of Michelin restaurants in Malta, the Costa del Sol has in recent years seen a boom in high-quality restaurants.

While the region has always been famous for its tapas culture, fresh seafood, and traditional Andalusian dishes, it was for many years overshadowed by other Spanish hotspots like the Basque Country or Catalonia.

In the past two decades, however, a wave of ambitious chefs has transformed the dining scene here. From creative reimaginations of classic Andalucían recipes to cutting-edge fusion, the Costa del Sol now stands alongside Spain’s most celebrated food regions.

This evolution is reflected in the Michelin Guide. Each year, more restaurants from Málaga to Marbella and beyond are awarded stars, Bib Gourmands, or other distinctions. The 2025 guide confirms the area’s growing prestige, with a mix of long-standing favourites keeping their awards and newcomers joining the list.