Nintai Restaurante Japonés
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Nintai Restaurante Japonés
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About
MICHELIN
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1 MICHELIN Star: High quality cooking, worth a stop!
Another culinary project courtesy of renowned sommelier Marcos Granda, who returned from Japan at the end of 2019 astonished by its culture and the country’s respect for the finest ingredients – a revelation which led to the development of this new project. Nintai features a design based around pure lines, large windows, several private dining spaces and a large sushi bar with 12 seats, where guests can watch him work, create and improvise his “itamae” style of cooking (which literally translates as “in front of the chopping board”). Here, everything induces a feeling of serenity – the perfect state of mind in which to savour the single ENSō tasting menu (two courses we particularly enjoyed were the Mushimono, showcasing the skill of steaming, and Otsukuri, based around raw textures) where the ingredients used are dependent on the seasons and market availability. Other highlights include the large cuts of tuna that are sliced in front of guests. Given that this is a Japanese restaurant, the desserts come as something of a surprise, plus Nintai also offers one of the best sake menus in Spain.
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Features
CUISINES
Japanese, Sushi, Healthy
Meal types
Lunch, Dinner
PRICE
$$$$
FEATURES
Accepts Credit Cards
American Express
Gift Cards Available
Private Dining
Reservations
Serves Alcohol
Table Service
Wheelchair Accessible
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Hours
Closed now
Sunday
Closed
Monday
Closed
Tuesday
2:00 PM - 5:00 PM8:00 PM - 12:00 AM
Wednesday
2:00 PM - 5:00 PM8:00 PM - 12:00 AM
Thursday
2:00 PM - 5:00 PM8:00 PM - 12:00 AM
Friday
2:00 PM - 5:00 PM8:00 PM - 12:00 AM
Saturday
2:00 PM - 5:00 PM8:00 PM - 12:00 AM
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Bjorkfamily
Stockholm52 contributions
Sep 2022 • none
This omakase style restaurant had absolutely delicious food and highly professional, warm and friendly staff. We had a wonderful evening and can’t wait to come back!
It’s always fun to see the chefs in action and to have the opportunity to see the craftmanship right in front of your eyes as well as to be able to ask questions about the ingredients and the preparations. The chefs were so easygoing and friendly, while skillfully dealing with the demanding preparations of all the beautiful dishes.
There is a set menu, and the whole restaurant (there are only about 12 guests, all seating along a bar counter around the kitchen area) are served the same dishes at the same time. All dishes were top notch! And many of the guests chose to pair the dishes with the sake pairing, but we decided to pick our own wine from the very extensive and price worthy wine list.
Highly recommended, and we’ll definitely come back soon again!
Written September 4, 2022
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Kendall K
1163 contributions
Aug 2022 • solo
I enjoyed the atmosphere and the food. The staff was extremely friendly and personable. I was able to interact with them in ways that most Michelin stars don’t provide. Very easy going crew which makes having a meal less tense. It was awesome being able to see the chefs put together the food pretty much right in front of me just like my experiences at Japanese restaurants while I was living in Japan. The food was presented beautifully and the sake pairing went very well with the cuisine and helped intensify the flavors of the food in such a delicious way. Sometimes one star Michelin’s overdo the pairings which they don’t need to and I can gladly say that this place didn’t make that mistake thankfully. Would definitely recommend others to try this place out. For it to only have been open less than two years they are coming into their own as a name to be reckoned with. I think this place will soon have a second Michelin star because they’re pretty damn good.
Written August 29, 2022
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bloodflowers01
Bonn2290 contributions
Apr 2021 • none
We came across this restaurant by chance. It only opened three weeks ago and there are only 12 seats. In the future, a private room for 3-4 people will be added. The information on the website about the chefs and the philosophy made us very curious. Without hesitation, we booked the large menu for two (€ 130 each).
We sat at the counter (all seats are at the counter) and could watch the cooks preparing the dishes. Without exception, all of the dishes were fantastic. Sometimes very creative or newly inspired, or classically good. Extremely fresh ingredients, even the wasabi is made "a la minute" from fresh radish. Some of the dishes were spectacular and unique.
I could go on raving about this for a long time and tell a lot about each dish. But it is better that you eat there yourself and experience it. Anyway, we'll be back soon.
Written April 11, 2021
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Kristi P
Estonia97 contributions
May 2021 • none
This was the best service and food experience in my 34 years of life. They offer 2 tasting menus, bigger and smaller. WE took the smaller one, it had around 13 courses of amazing sushi and other appetizers, finished by THE MOST amazing dessert I have ever tasted in my life. I also understood, that before that I have never eaten real sushi. Everything is made in front of your eyes, the place only has 12 places if Im correct. Service and food is definitely worth Michelin star - servants were invisible and everything was always done: glasses full, dishes ready, table clean, napkins folded. I cant see any reason, why someone should not visit this place - this place is amazing and totally worth the money! Also serves great Champaigne!
Written May 27, 2021
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tts1704
Tel Aviv116 contributions
Mar 2021 • solo
Refined Japenese food at its best Nothing to fault or improve 10 out of 10
I can not tell you what an amazing evening and food experience I had last night.
It was a food orgasm. I have eaten in restaurants all over the world and many Michelin Star restaurants One Two and Three stars.
This is already among the very best in the world.
The restaurant is refined but not stuffy the service is impeccable the decor tasteful and the food exquisite.
I have told all my family and friends and they are dying to come.
My appreciation and thanks to Hector the chef, Marcos the owner,and Christopher the manager and all the staff.
This is a a real gem.
Keep it up as you know you are only as good as the last meal you serve.
I look forward to going gain very soon
Sayonara
Written April 25, 2021
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Þóra H
18 contributions
Oct 2023 • family
This was a great experince. Seven women, aged 19 to 75 yrs, all loved it. Food looks nice, tastes nice, best service and athmosphere. Strongly reccomend a visit here!
Written October 4, 2023
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VAlexandre
Menorca87 contributions
Oct 2024 • couples
How to spend an exceptional gastronomic moment...
You book at this address.
Japan is in the decoration, in the plate, in the finesse and the care taken to every detail!
Let yourself be guided by the chef, and do not hesitate to trust to enjoy equally extraordinary sakes.
This place is engraved in My Saves Europe of Japanese cuisine.
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Written October 11, 2024
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Francisco E
94 contributions
Oct 2023 • couples
Very good option to spend some time traveling through Japan without leaving Marbella!!! Excellent team and excellent service!!! Everything top quality!!! Each dish is a delight for the eyes and the palate!!! Very good appetit!!!

Written October 26, 2023
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Justin
London63 contributions
Aug 2024 • family
Unbelievable experience & quality of food. The attention to detail & level of service was second to none. Every morsel is to be savoured here. There are only 12 covers around the counter & you feel you are part of a special performance. We loved it. It lasts 3 hours, and the time flew by. Thanks to the chefs, the knowledgeable servers and everyone for making it such a great night.
Written August 5, 2024
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Cindy
Bruges1 contribution
Apr 2022 • business
Whaaw!!! What an amazing experience.
This is the best Japanese restaurant I’ve ever visited. Perfect food in a perfect setting. Congratulations !!
Written April 28, 2022
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Maxz007
Hawley412 contributions
Mar 2022 • couples
Unbelievable food, attentive service, and excellent atmosphere. If you want to experience real Japanese you gotta come here! Highly recommend.
Written March 5, 2022
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Ilya G
6 contributions
Feb 2022 • couples
It was unreasonably expensive, tasteless and very long, I do not recommend it to anyone, It will turn out to be a big disappointment
Written February 23, 2022
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PHILIP S
3 contributions
Jul 2021 • none
I went to Nintai for the 4th time
This restaurant never ceases to amaze me
There are always new and delicious additions to the Omakase menu
The whole experience is just incredible
This haven of exquisite food MUST get at least 1 Michelin star
The service is without fault and we spent 3 hours of sheer pleasure
One really does not see the time go by
Christopher runs the best restaurant in Marbella without a shadow of a doubt
Keep it up guys
I have already reserved a table in 2 weeks can’t wait
Written August 1, 2021
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Marcos Granda
Sr. Philip, thank you for your support always. Looking forward to seeing you again. Regards.
Written September 25, 2021
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PHILIP S
3 contributions
Jun 2021 • none
I would like to tell you about the incredible Japanese restaurant in Marbella
Last night was the second time that I ate in the extraordinary restaurant
There are 2 Omakase menus
We went for the big one Every dish is prepared infront of you by a very talented chef and his assistant
There is one bar and you sit on comfortable high stools
Everything is explained in detail by the chefs and all hosted by the charming Maître D Christopher
We felt like we were having dinner at home with friends
The food is exquisite and prepared with love and care that I have never experienced in any other restaurant in the world including one star two star and 3 star Michelin restaurants
I implore you please go and check out this wonderful haven of gastronomy
There is a choice of over 50 Sakes and Christopher advises you of which ones are best for the food you eat
We tried at least 4 which were super and served in beautiful different glasses
2 and half hours just shot by and we had the most wonderful evening
We just want to return as soon as possible
The menus change and evolve
The sushi is like non other and the Wagu beef is cooked on the Robata grill and melts in your mouth
Dessert Yuzu and Sake souffle
I implore please go and experience this unique restaurant
Written June 16, 2021
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