GAIA Marbella Review

Step into a Grecian culinary escape at Puente Romano Marbella. At the heart of the resort lies GAIA Marbella, Spain’s first Greek Mediterranean restaurant of its kind, welcoming guests with a striking cocktail bar, garden terrace and award-winning interiors that earned the prestigious Luxury Lifestyle Award for Restaurant Interior Design.

The limestone walls and furnishings transport diners straight to Greece, while magenta bougainvillaea adds touches reminiscent of the Cyclades. Every element connects to the restaurant’s namesake, the Greek goddess GAIA, ancestral mother of all life.

We began our evening with cocktails, the perfect prelude to our Mediterranean feast. The Pithari, a blend of Patron Reposado tequila, roasted peach, cinnamon, pistachio and agave, complemented the coastal cuisine with its nuanced complexity. A classic Negroni proved that GAIA excels at both innovative and traditional mixology.

The cocktail menu draws inspiration from Greek mythology and natural elements. The Mountain section features robust, aromatic spirits, while The Sacred collection showcases delicate concoctions that honour the sun’s significance in Greek culture. Non-alcoholic options include the refreshing Virgin Santorini Spritz with lychee, hibiscus and rose water.

Our culinary journey began with traditional Greek salads before we explored highlights from the raw menu, sourced from the restaurant’s signature Ice Market that celebrates the Mediterranean’s bounty. Chef Fation presented a whole sea bream carpaccio that showcased the kitchen’s commitment to fresh seafood. Tuna offerings followed, a velvety tartare and tuna with truffle that balanced delicate flavours with depth.

A sea bass ceviche cleansed our palates before we enjoyed baked feta cheese drizzled with honey and topped with crisp filo pastry, creating a perfect contrast of sweet and savoury.

For our main course, the Kritharaki seafood pasta delivered Mediterranean comfort food at its finest. Orzo pasta came studded with calamari, prawns and clams, brought together by a sun ripened tomato sauce.

GAIA’s menu extends beyond our selections to include Greek specialities like slow-cooked baby goat and marinated lamb cutlets. Chefs Izu Ani and Orestis Kotefas have created a dining concept that balances tradition with refinement while embracing the Greek philosophy of shared meals.

You can read The Luxury Editor review of Puente Romano Marbella here.

As one of more than 20 bars and restaurants at Puente Romano Marbella, a resort recognised as Best in Spain by Condé Nast Traveler readers, GAIA distinguishes itself through authentic Greek Mediterranean cuisine and genuine hospitality that makes each visit memorable.