The Village Inn Marbella // Asador Mesón del Pueblo — Restaurant in Marbella

Heading back from a day at Alhambra, we realized we want dinner (9:30 PM) and LUCKILY we found an incredible place just five minutes from our hotel. Antonio, the owner was just preparing to close for the evening (Tuesday night 20 December) when we walk up to his restaurant and I asked if they were still open he accommodated us, and his enclosed outdoor dining area, which was nicely warmed by heaters. We had swordfish, rosada fish and filet. All three dinners were perfectly prepared. And the 2016 Roja Wine paired nicely with all 3 meals. Antonio made us feel special, and we felt like we had made a new friend. ...

I have been a regular customer here for 10 (15?) years. And that actually tells the whole story. Only once have I eaten a roasted half chicken, all other times (really 😁) the spare ribs. Ribs very well done, natural, coleslaw, baked potato, 3 sauces. Tasty bread and delicious garlic butter inv advance. This restaurant is not fine cuisinee and they don't pretent to be. Simple concept, nice owner/charming waitress/experienced Chef de Grill, nice atmosphere on a cozy Spanish style square. I'll be going again soon. Guess what...

We ended up there by mistake and initially fell in love with the little square just outside the restaurant. The service was amazing. And very attentive. The owner came to speak to us and suggested some dishes which were very tasty and flavorful; the fish, the sides, and salad. The restaurant could do with a little updating to make the atmosphere more inviting. Great place for...