Some things just taste like summer. And then there’s the rice at Lobito de Mar. If you’re wondering where to eat rice in Marbella or Madrid, this is the place. Here, the Mediterranean sneaks into every grain. Into every pan. Into every spoonful. A rice that speaks of the sea, of fire, and of a cuisine best enjoyed in good company, with laughter, under the sun, or with a glass in hand.
Because there’s rice… and then there’s rice. But at Lobito de Mar, there are dishes that stay with you. The kind you already want to eat again before you even finish the plate. Whether in Marbella or Madrid, this is a temple for those looking for more than just rice. This is where the journey begins.
Dry rices: the taste of fire and summer
There’s something truly special about a well-made dry rice. That moment when the bottom crisps into a perfect crust. That aroma that hits your nose and stays there. At Lobito de Mar, the dry rices make a bold statement.
T-Bone of Almadraba tuna rice is pure daring. A dish where sea and fire meet. The boldness of tuna made unforgettable. Then there’s the classic: the fish and seafood rice, like a miniature sea on a plate. Packed with flavour, texture, and that rich base that makes you close your eyes.
Perfect to eat rice in Marbella after a morning at the beach. Or to enjoy on a sunny terrace in Madrid while forgetting the world.
Sarmiento-smoked rices: fire, smoke and soul
Some rices you never forget. And then there are the sarmiento-smoked rices at Lobito. Cooked over vine shoot embers, they absorb that unmistakable smoky aroma. Intense. Unique. Full of soul.
Coquelet chicken rice is a refined twist on a traditional favourite. The Iberian pork rib and mushroom rice feels like a walk through the mountains. The smoked eel, lardo, and crispy nori rice is pure fantasy, it could be Japanese, but it tastes unmistakably Andalusian. And the most indulgent of all, the beef chop rice, is bold, juicy, and perfect for sharing.
In Madrid, over a long lunch with friends. Or in Marbella, after a sun-soaked morning. Eating rice in Madrid or by the coast has never been this exciting.
Creamy rices: spoonfuls of comfort
Creamy rices are like a warm hug. Smooth, rich, and full of depth. Each spoonful takes you somewhere else. Add seafood, and it gets even better.
The Sanlúcar prawn rice with black trumpet mushrooms blends the best of the sea and the forest. Pure harmony. The Huelva red shrimp version also features those earthy mushrooms, but with a more intense marine flavour. And a true crowd favourite: the lobster rice, a timeless classic. Indulgent, powerful, and unforgettable.
Perfect for those who crave more than just rice. For those who see summer as a string of shared dishes. For those who know life is best savoured slowly.
Eating rice in Marbella and Madrid, all year round
Whether it’s August or November, it doesn’t matter. At Lobito de Mar, rice has no season. It tastes like the sea in Marbella. Like a warm memory in Madrid. And above all, it tastes like Dani García. His vision of cuisine. That balance between tradition and the unexpected.
Eating rice in Marbella or Madrid is not just an excuse — it’s a plan. A plan that smells of firewood, that’s served in a pan, and that starts with a drink and ends with a smile.
Where will you be eating rice this summer? At Lobito de Mar, of course.
