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Your gracious host at Marbella: Jesus Demanuel.

Jesus Demanuel is one of our highly respected managers at Marbella. You may recognize Senor Demanuel from Mallorca, our "sister" restaurant located in the Warehouse District in downtown Cleveland. He splits his work schedule between both restaurants so don't be surprised if you run into him at both places.

A few of our regular guests have commented that they don't have a "favorite" restaurant anymore, now that Marbella opened in April of 2003. They say that Mallorca and Marbella are in a tie for first place. Jesus has taken great care in bringing the same great cuisine and service that Mallorca is famous for, to Marbella.

Hopefully you will get to meet Jesus the next time you are dining at Marbella. Feel free to call ahead (216-464-9939) to see if Jesus is working. You can even ask to speak with him and he will make sure you have a table waiting when you arrive and that your experience is memorable.

After you arrive at Marbella and are seated, ask your server to see if Jesus can stop by your table. He will be happy to see you and will certainly enjoy saying "ola." Jesus is outgoing and always enjoys a good conversation. He is always happy to sit down with our guests for a few minutes to talk about food, wine, Spain (he is from Spain) or his favorite sport, soccer.

We are very proud to say that Mr. Demanuel is considered one of the best restaurant managers in the industry. His professionalism and enthusiasm are integral reasons why Mallorca was voted "Best Service" by Cleveland Magazine in 2002.

His attention to detail is legendary. He has an almost uncanny ability to foresee a guest's needs. Many times a request is fulfilled before a diner even has a chance to ask. This talent has been passed on down the line to his assistant managers, servers, bartenders and server assistants. This service technique epitomizes fine dining. Outstanding restaurant service entails an almost fanatical devotion to pleasing people. Our entire staff takes great pride in satisfying each and every one of our guests beyond their expectations. This stems from Jesus' direction and dedication to world-class service.

Jesus (far left), Horacio Cortes (far right) and members of the Mallorca service staff.

And while Jesus takes his job very seriously, he is always looking forward to some time off. If you happen to be walking around the Warehouse District in downtown Cleveland at night, you might spot Jesus relaxing and unwinding with other members of our staff. During the summer months, it is not uncommon to see Jesus and friends sipping a glass of wine el fresco style at an outdoor patio on St. Clair Avenue. It is always fun to join the group and talk with the party when they are "off the clock."

As with most Spaniards, Jesus possesses an overflowing zest for life. Ask him to tell you about his homeland and you will walk away with an even greater appreciation for Spain's culture and history. Whenever he goes home to The Kingdom of Spain, he travels the countryside in pursuit of good food, good wine and good times. Needless to say, he has succeeded in this quest on many occasions.

Take The Marbella Photo Tour

See what our restaurant is like, peek at our entrees, chuckle at some humorous staff pictures, experience our romantic ambiance and much more.

Our web site features an enlightening "Photo Tour" that enables you to scroll through an incredible collection of snap shots taken live and on location at Marbella. If you are a regular guest at Marbella, you just might see yourself smiling here.

The "Photo Tour" feature will open in a new browser window. You can then use the left and right arrows to scroll forward and backwards though out the Gallery.

New pictures will be added every few months. And who knows, someday you might be able to tell your friends to come to this web site to see a picture of you and your friends.

On Chagrin Boulevard

We are located on the north side of Chagrin Boulevard, about 3 miles east of I-271. We are directly across the street from the Beachmont Country Club. If you are coming from downtown Cleveland, it should only take you about 25 minutes.

We are only minutes from the prestigious Eaton Square shopping gallery and the Chagrin Valley Metroparks. So the next time you are coming to Cleveland's eastside, give us a call at 216-464-9939 and make a reservation. We guarantee you a good time, great food and a "mini-vacation."

Parking is free and is located right in front of the building.

Jesus Demanuel

Born and raised in Spain, Jesus came to the United States to make his mark in the restaurant business. He has succeeded. Senor Demanuel is now the General Manager of Marbella and Mallorca. Jesus has brought the famous Spanish appreciation for great food, delicious wines and festive occasions to Cleveland. He shares his passion for the good things in life with our staff and guests without hesitation.

Jesus works hand in hand with our Executive Chef, Marcelo Fadul to bring you the finest original recipes from Spain. He works seamlessly with our owner Manolo Torres to offer you a romantic ambiance and comfortable surroundings.

If you listen to radio in Cleveland, you may hear Jesus talking with talk show hosts about the food at Marbella and Mallorca. He is always being invited to appear on radio shows because he very charismatic, and because he often brings along a few plates of food from the Mallorca or Marbella kitchen for the talk show hosts. You can listen to Jesus talking about the flavors of Spain and the dishes of Marbella and Mallorca on 3 different radio stations every week. On Fridays at 4:30 Jesus in on the air on 95.5 FM (The Fish). On Thursdays at 4:15 Jesus is featured with Mike Trivisonno on 1100 AM (WTAM). On Tuesdays Jesus is on the air with Kenny Roda on WKNR 850 AM.

We serve the finest Spanish cuisine in Cleveland for lunch and dinner Monday through Saturday. Our restaurant is located on Chagrin Boulevard in Pepper Pike, Ohio a short drive from downtown Cleveland.

Our restaurant is named after one of the most beautiful seaside resorts in the world. Marbella is a small paradise-like city near the southernmost tip of Spain. We opened to rave reviews in April of 2003. Although our restaurant is new, our menus and staff are not. We have been operating the Mallorca Restaurant in downtown Cleveland for years. You will find the same award winning food and service at Marbella. In fact, our Executive Chef, Marcelo Fadul is also the man in charge of Mallorca's superb cuisine. The management staff that guided Mallorca to numerous "Best Service in Cleveland" awards is here to make your experience unforgettable. If you have frequented Mallorca, you will probably recognize our hosts Manny and Jesus.

Jesus (far right) at our "sister" restaurant on West 9th Street in the Warehouse District of Cleveland.

Our most popular dish is one that is famous throughout Spain. If you haven't guessed already, our Paella is "to die for." We do an equally fantastic job of preparing seafood and steak for your dining pleasure. If you talk with someone who has been to Marbella, ask them about the portions we serve. We are famous for satisfying everyone's appetite beyond compare.

So what is it like at Marbella? You will find perfectly set linen covered tables, tuxedoed waiters, live weekend entertainment, mouthwatering dishes and people having a really good time. Within minutes of sitting down at your table, you will feel right at home. After just one afternoon or evening of dining at Marbella you will already sense that you are a "regular." That sense of warmth and security you feel about your favorite restaurants will quickly come to include Marbella.

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Are you curious about the food at Marbella? We use the original recipes that have been perfected in Spain over generations. Our Executive Chef, Marcelo Fadul actually worked as a Chef in Spain. Our food exhibits the same bold, spicy and zestful tastes you would find in the dishes served in Madrid, Barcelona or Marbella Spain. Our menus will have you salivating in no time. And that is just the beginning. Nightly specials include Alaskan King Crab, Duck and Lobster. Although Spain is known for its culinary flair and appreciation for spices, we do a wonderful job of creating traditional continental dishes like Filet Mignon, Veal Chops and Pork Chops. If you make your way to the "Menus" section of this web site, please do so at your own risk. You may quickly begin to experience overwhelming hunger pains that have been know to cause "impulsive reservation making."

Our restaurant is considered by many to be upscale casual. The dress code is informal, guaranteeing you will feel equally at ease in suit and tie or khakis and a short sleeve Oxford.

We are fast becoming a popular "special occasion" and "date night" restaurant as word spreads about our romantic ambiance. The professional approach of our staff members and the distinguished decor are two reasons why many business executives are scheduling their luncheons at Marbella. Even though we offer some of Cleveland's finest cuisine and a refined atmosphere, it doesn't stop bachelor parties from booking one of our private dining rooms to begin an evening's festivities.

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Because our restaurant just opened, we haven't had time to win any awards. And because we share the same philosophies, staff members and cuisine as our "sister" restaurant, we realize that we may have to share our expected honors with Mallorca. In any event, you now have a choice of experiencing the richness of Spain on Cleveland's Eastside or Downtown.

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One of Jesus' favorite Spanish dishes is Paella Valenciana!

Jesus has been enjoying Paella since he was a young boy growing up in Spain. Jesus proudly says "Our chef, Marcelo has perfected our Paella Valancian over the years. It is one of the most popular dishes on our menu. Some of our regular guests order the Paella almost every time they come."

He notes, "Spain is famous for Paella. Almost all restaurants in Spain have it on their menu. My mother's recipe is very similar to the one we use at Marbella. Every summer when I go home to Spain, my family shares a meal of Paella."

Jesus led Mallorca to the "Best Service" Award from Cleveland Magazine for 2002!

Jesus is very proud of the waitstaff at Mallorca. He has spent years training the bartenders, servers and server assistant the art of first class fine dining service. His hard work and patience have paid off. Mallorca won the coveted "Best Service" Award from Cleveland Magazine in 2003. This distinction is a testament to Senor Demanuel's expertise as a restaurateur and manager.

Jesus recommends our daily Seafood Specials!

Jesus is a big fan of seafood. He really enjoys octopus (pictured below) and other tasty treats plucked from the ocean. Jesus and our Executive Chef, Marcelo Fadul are always coming up with new and interesting seafood specials.

Jesus has the freshest seafood flown in from the East Coast all the time. A wide assortment of Crab, lobster and fish is ready for your dining pleasure. So before you decide on your entree, be sure to tempt yourself with our daily seafood specials.

Your server will have your mouth watering by the time he (or she) finishes tempting you with our daily seafood specials. You might even be tempted to try one of the wild game dishes that are offered. These include duck, rabbit, venison and frog legs. Have you ever tried frog legs? The meat is white and fleshy and very similar to that of a chicken. It is said that Frog legs taste just like chicken. Find out for yourself sometime you are at Marbella. We frequently feature them as a daily special appetizer.

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