Morelli's Puerto Banus

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Morelli's Puerto Banus

Morelli's Puerto Banus Overview

Silvano Morelli is a young entrepreneur from Ireland who has been coming to the Costa del Sol for years. Last year he decided to make the move down, seeking out the great weather and the lifestyle that Andalucía offers. His family has been the restaurant industry for almost a century, beginning in S Andrea, Frosinone Italy and then continuing their migration to the North Coast of Ireland (Portrush) in the early part of 1912.

When I first met Silvano I was struck by his youth and his eagerness to build something exciting and different in Marbella’s Puerto Banus. Having only a short amount of time between taking on the project and the start of the season, he has worked fast.

Morelli’s Puerto Banus is on the East side of the front line of the port. It is comfortable and inviting – the staff members are attentive and the food is superb.

I ordered a Caesar Salad to begin with and I was pleasantly surprised. Unlike a traditional Caesar, the dressing was served on the side. Though I was in the mood for a piece of fish that evening, Silvano insisted that I try the Kerry lamb chops and I was glad I did. Served with a hint or rosemary and a sweet reduction sauce, the lamb was exquisite.

While I was there I noticed some of the other dishes that came out of the kitchen – the tempura prawns with fruit salad and chilli salsa looked fantastic. The couple sitting next to me ordered the Mussels served in white wine, butter and parsley and the aroma was intoxicating. In fact, I was impressed to the point that I booked a table for eight for the following evening.

Morelli´s Puerto Banus offers a great variety of dishes served in a friendly and comfortable atmosphere. In all, the dinner was fabulous. I especially enjoyed speaking to Silvano and learning about his family history. Welcome to Marbella!

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15 Visitor Reviews

Average rating 5 / 5 from 15 visitor reviews

Posted March 2010
Good food in a quiet Puerto Banus
Martin Kelly from Cork, Ireland
We had a fantastic meal in morellis this week but missed out on the 5 star rating only because there wasn't much atmosphere. I may be being harsh as there wasn't much atmosphere anywhere (maybe somthing to do with the thunder storm outside!) Food great, wine great, service great, walk home awfull! If you are in Puerto Banus and aren't into below average pizza or getting ripped off, try Morellis. Four of us had a two course meal, 2 bottles of good red and was 140 euros plus a healthy tip. At 35 euros a head you won´t find better in Banus and you wont be disappointed.

59/59 people found this helpful
Posted March 2010
Second Holiday in Puerto Banus / Second Fabulous Food
Christine Henderson from Northern Ireland
Having been to Morelli's in April 09 I must admit it was my 'first port of call' when I arrived again last week. Could hardly wait for my second experience of the 'Kerry Lamb' and it didn't disappoint. The menu had new dishes with another fabulous starter 'Goats Cheese with bean salad' . . to die for!! Staff super friendly as usual. Can't wait for my next holiday!

63/63 people found this helpful
Posted March 2010
Had a great night here.
Susan Clarke from Newcastle England
My Husband and three kids had a delightfull meal here last week, attentive but not intrusive service, great food and great value childrens menu! Thank you to all the staff at Morell's for a very enjoyable evening. See you again next time!

48/48 people found this helpful
Posted February 2010
Highly Recommended
Jordan Howard from N Ireland
I use these sites quite often when travelling as I don't like paying for rubbish in appealing surroundings, I think its always better to have sort of reccommendation. I don't usually take the time to do it myself but as I use the info from others thought it was time to play my part! Morelli's in Puerto Banus was a great find, good food at sensible prices in Banus is scarce to say the least! I travel to Marbella 3-4 times a year and usually make an effort to taxi in-land to more 'locals' spots but if you are on a night out, being stuck 15 minutes drive from the action isn't that appealing! I like good food and good wine and also like to think I know a bit about both and I can say Morelli's does it for me on both! My work here is done, if you get a chance enjoy a meal here try 'vina consolacion'!!

4/4 people found this helpful
Posted February 2010
Beautiful!
Emma Avery from Bristol UK
My partner and I have just returned home after a long weekend in Puerto Banus and thought I should leave a review here as we had two fantastic meals in Morellis. I highly recommend this restaurant to anyone who enjoys their food! I had the Irish Lamb both nights as it was so tasty. Give this one a try.

9/9 people found this helpful
Posted January 2010
Mouthwatering Family Fun
Mark Hedley from Kirkcaldy, Fife, Scotland
Having visited many restaurants in the port over the years, both prior to and since having a family, I have to say there has never been a better evening for us. Before kids, fine food and wine were a pre-requisite to a good night out, since they arrived chicken dippers and bad spaghetti ruled. A quality meal in a lovely restaurant allways seemed dangerous - at Morrellis we had a great family meal of the very highest quality - the staff were superb with our 3 kids and allowed my wife and I to have a truly mouth watering meal at out own pace. The most relaxing and enjoyable evening of our holiday. The trick is to get there early if you have a family with you - you will not be disappointed.

10/11 people found this helpful
Posted December 2009
Surprising!
Philip Dawson from UK
As we walked along the front of a very quiet Puerto Banus just last week we were approached by a very energetic young lady trying to convince us to try the food at Morellis, we don't usually like that approach but as the port was so quiet we thought we would give it a go! And after our meal we were very glad we did! Fantastic food and wine, we returned 3 out of the 4 nights we had left and had just as an enjoyable experience as the first night! Thank you to all the staff at Morellis, see you next time!

39/39 people found this helpful
Posted December 2009
Thanks!
Eoin Clarke from London
I'm not usually one for checking out reviews for places to stay or eat but did this trip and am glad I did! Firstly a thank you to marbellainfo for a user friendly and informative site and another thanks to them for helping me find Morellis! I was only in Puerto Banus for 3 days and for the 2 I spent at Morellis I was very well fed and watered! Great spot. When I arrived I was sceptical about the reviews as the restaurant was empty but when I finished my meal the only thing that puzzled me was why it was empty? But when I think about it everywhere was! Great food and service, recommended to all! Thank you to Morellis and marbellainfo, I will be visiting you both again soon!

63/63 people found this helpful
Posted November 2009
One word . . . GREAT
John Clemont from England
Gread food and wine accomanied by very friendly staff. What more do you want? We'll be back, soon!

38/38 people found this helpful
Posted October 2009
Excellent restaurant
Diana Crawford from Ireland
Just back from a week in Puerto Banus. We tried this restaurant on the first night and the food was so good we just found ourselves returning every night. Each dish we ordered was delicious and reasonably priced. The staff were all very friendly especially Silvano, the charming Irish/Italian owner. Great wines too.

31/31 people found this helpful
Posted October 2009
Best food on our vacation
Steve Kimmell from Ashville North Carolina USA
What a delight to find Morelli's on the third evening of our vacation. Charming hostess, mouth-watering cuisine and a very relaxed atmostphere. Best beef I have ever tasted. Many, many thanks. Steve Kimmell, Ashville, North Carolina, USA

50/50 people found this helpful
Posted August 2009
The best food in the port!
john mc ilroy from Ireland
We?ve been coming to Marbella for years and usually never eat in Puerto Banus as most restaurants are over priced with sub standard food, but now we have found this one we?ll be back more than once each time we visit marbella. Great food, sensible prices, really friendly staff and above all great wines!!!

75/75 people found this helpful
Posted May 2009
Really good food
Graham McAuley from Ballycastle, N Ireland
Had a great meal here and was also good to meet the owner who lived ten minutes away from me in Ireland! Great food and nice setting overlooking the wee boats!!

24/32 people found this helpful
Posted April 2009
Brilliant
Christine Henderson from Northern Ireland
Great food, ambience, service and location. Most enjoyable night of our holiday. Will definitely be back when on holiday again later this year.

32/32 people found this helpful
Posted April 2009
Great
Patrick McCabe from Ireland
Best italian food i've had in puerto banus and been going there for years, reasonably priced with nice feel and atmosphere. We went on a Thursday and a Saturday, both nights had live music which was well above average! Will definately be back.

26/26 people found this helpful