Baby Marrow — Restaurant in Malindi

During my stay in Malindi, Baby Marrow Restaurant became my haven for culinary delights. It’s more than just a restaurant—it’s a place filled with warmth, charm, and a deep sense of care for its clients.

The owners, Ms. Lilian, embodies true hospitality. Her kindness and motherly nature shine through in every interaction. She makes every guest feel like family, ensuring that you’re not just well-fed but also well-cared for. Her warmth adds an intangible magic to the experience.

Behind the scenes, her husband, the director, is a powerhouse of efficiency and dedication. His hard work and commitment to excellence ensure everything runs seamlessly. From the kitchen to the dining area, it’s clear that he’s always up to task, maintaining high standards that leave clients more than satisfied.

We indulged in breakfast, lunch, and dinner at Baby Marrow, and every meal was an absolute treat. Their seafood is a must-try, and their pizzas are nothing short of perfection. The calamarata, risotto, and grilled fish fillet are also standouts that showcase their mastery in the kitchen. Every dish is fresh, flavorful, and crafted with love.

Adding to the charm is the restaurant’s proximity to the ocean—just 40 meters away! The gentle ocean breeze create the perfect ambiance. Dinner is particularly special, as the soft, warm lighting enhances the atmosphere, making the flavors of the food even more delightful.

What’s even more impressive is that Baby Marrow is incredibly affordable. Even if you’re on a tight budget, $5 will get you a delicious, satisfying meal. It’s rare to find such quality at such a reasonable price.

Baby Marrow Restaurant isn’t just a place to eat; it’s an experience of genuine care, unbeatable flavors, and heartfelt hospitality. Whether you’re a seafood lover, pizza enthusiast, or just looking for a cozy dining spot near the ocean, this gem in Malindi is an absolute must-visit. I can’t...

I wish I could have rated the food that actually looked great in the pictures but we couldnt even get there.... The service really sucks here so make sure you're ok with that..... We arrived and the place was crowded we don't like crowds so we sat on a table like 10 metres from the main area and apparently it was too much for the staff to walk cause they insisted we moved to another table in the middle of people.... We agreed in the end to a table in the main area that was a bit far away at least from the loud music. That was just the prelude of the bad experience with service here. After 10 15 minutes waiting and being ignored another of their rude waitresses came to us and we thought we could finally order but no when I tried to order food she said no I only take drinks! So we ordered drinks... And we waited for another 20 minutes and no one came to take our food order and we didnt even see the drinks coming... It was nearly 10 and pizzas take long time to cook so we knew we'd have to swallow the food fast because they close at 23 so we just left and went somewhere else..... With those incredibly high prices you'd expect to be treated at least decently but no apparently they don't need your money.... The worst thing was that the owner is Italian like me so I had to travel thousands of Kms to be treated like this by a national in a foreign country.... Really sucks! I even talked to the owner and told him about this his face was shocked like he doesn't even know what his waitresses...

Just added one star to my previous rating. The atmospher and the owner's attitude have greatly improved. Just wondering why, when you're taking away a pizza, you have to pay the same price as if you had eaten it at a table, and you're charged KES 100 for the box... no service, no dish washing, no table occupation. Delicious Italian food with a menu that differs from other Italian restaurants in Malindi who tend to all serve similar (sometimes very nice) food. Prices are higher than in the average Italian restaurants in Malindi. The place is amazingly beautiful with its big old trees and the decoration job very tasteful. Unfortunately, there seems to have been some changes in the foreign management/staff and one does not feel welcomed at all if one is not part of their close friends who get hugs when arriving. Hospitality is a profession that can be learnt but not heartfelt it feels fake. The middle management is rude and unfriendly as if trained in an European back-country fast food joint. To compensate for that, the Kenyan staff are lovely and friendly but their is a feeling of over self-consciousness about them, as if they were constantly fearing to do...