958 63 35 65
Wednesday to Sunday:
13:30 – 16:00
19:30 – 23:00
Monday and Tuesday:
Closed
Mediterranean
Local cuisine
Vegan
Vegetarian, gluten-free
Check in store
Disabled access
Terrace
🏛️ History and origins of FIRMVM Restaurant
FIRMVM Restaurant was born from the vision and drive of its owner, J. Andrés Fdez. Guerrero, who has shaped a culinary concept that goes far beyond simply “going out to eat.” Here, every visit becomes a journey where gastronomy, atmosphere, and service come together naturally to create a lasting memory. Inspired by the Roman past of Almuñécar (Sexi Firmvm Iulia), the project is deeply rooted in its surroundings, creativity, and a contemporary vision of cuisine.
As reflected in its philosophy: “We want you to enjoy… an experience of flavors, textures, and colors that is unique and different.” This approach is evident not only in the dishes but also in the careful and attentive front-of-house service, which guides each guest with warmth and precision, ensuring everything flows effortlessly.
🍷 Avant-garde cuisine with Mediterranean essence
FIRMVM’s cuisine is built on a strong foundation: tradition reinterpreted through technique and creativity. Influenced by the New Spanish Cuisine, the team delivers a contemporary approach that respects ingredients while transforming them with purpose.
The use of molecular gastronomy techniques, such as spherification, foams, emulsions, and low-temperature cooking, allows the creation of dishes rich in depth, balance, and contrast. Each plate showcases technical mastery and refined presentation, elevating the experience to the level of the world’s finest three Michelin-star restaurants, where precision and sensitivity define excellence.
The result is a refined, modern cuisine with a clear identity, positioning FIRMVM as one of the most remarkable dining destinations on the Costa Tropical.
🌱 Local ingredients and respect for the land
A deep respect for the environment is reflected in the careful selection of locally sourced ingredients from the Costa Tropical. Fish from the Alborán Sea, subtropical fruits, and seasonal produce define a pantry where freshness and quality lead the way.
Among these local treasures, traditional ingredients such as Granada broad beans (haba granadina) stand out—an iconic product of the region that FIRMVM reinterprets with a modern touch while preserving its essence. This strong connection to the land not only shapes the flavors but also defines the restaurant’s identity.
“To eat the territory, to drink the landscape.”
👨🍳 Tasting menus: a journey with meaning
To truly understand the kitchen at FIRMVM, the tasting menus are the ideal choice. The “Evolution with Tradition” menu is not simply a sequence of courses, but a true culinary narrative, where each dish plays a role in telling a story that connects ingredients, technique, and memory.
This journey blends past and present, with reinterpretations of traditional “grandmother’s recipes,” such as classic migas, elevated through a contemporary lens while preserving their soul.
Guests can also enjoy an olive oil tasting, celebrating one of the most essential elements of Andalusian gastronomy. All of this is combined with modern techniques and international influences, achieving a natural balance between tradition and innovation.
The menu also highlights the harmony between sea and land, pairing seafood from the Mediterranean coast with carefully selected meats, creating depth and cohesion throughout the experience.
An optional wine pairing enhances the journey, adding another layer of harmony to the experience.
For those who prefer more freedom, FIRMVM also offers the option to dine à la carte, while maintaining the same culinary philosophy.
📖 FIRMVM menu: tradition, fusion, and product excellence
The menu clearly reflects FIRMVM’s identity: a cuisine that balances roots and creativity with ease. It is a living menu shaped by seasonality, where classic and contemporary coexist naturally.
One of its most appealing aspects is the contrast between tradition and innovation: from 100% Iberian acorn-fed ham to dishes inspired by international cuisines. Peruvian influences appear in ceviche, Japanese in tataki, Chinese in gyozas, and Mexican in dishes such as tacos, while Europe is represented through beef Wellington and elegant reminiscences of nouvelle cuisine française. All of this is complemented by Spanish techniques such as pil pil, reinterpreted with a modern sensibility.
Among the standout ingredients is the Motril shrimp (quisquilla), one of the finest seafood products in the region, handled with precision to highlight its natural flavor. Alongside it, the exclusive Riofrío caviar brings elegance and distinction, adding a luxurious touch to the menu.
The offering is completed with a selection of premium meats cooked in a Josper oven, where charcoal enhances flavor and depth.
The result is a cuisine with a strong identity, where technique and product work in perfect harmony.
🍇 Wine list and pairings: the territory in a glass
Wine plays a key role in the overall experience, complementing each dish with precision.
The tasting menus offer different wine pairing options, carefully designed to enhance every course. The restaurant also highlights local producers such as Bodega Calvente, a nationally recognized winery featured in the prestigious Peñín Guide.
This commitment reinforces the connection to the territory while offering wines with character, perfectly aligned with the culinary proposal.
🍰 A sweet ending
The dessert selection maintains the same level of care and creativity as the rest of the menu. It combines technique and product with reinterpretations of classics like caramelized torrija or vanilla flan, alongside fresher creations such as cherimoya tiramisu and desserts based on seasonal fruits.
A balanced ending, where each creation is designed to close the experience with the same coherence with which it began.
🍽️ An invitation to discover FIRMVM
If you are looking to discover a cuisine with identity, where every detail matters and every dish tells a story, FIRMVM is a must-visit destination in Almuñécar. Whether through its tasting menus or à la carte options, each visit invites you to immerse yourself in an honest, creative, and deeply rooted culinary concept.
A place where cuisine, service, and surroundings come together to offer something beyond a meal.
“Cooking is no longer about form or content… because we all eat.”
— Ferran Adrià
DISHES YOU MUST TRY:
- Motril Prawns
- Josper-Grilled Meats
- Alboran Sea Ceviche
- Duck Rolls
- Desserts: Custard Apple Tiramisu
SERVICES:
- Wi-Fi
- Card payment
- Air conditioning
- Languages: Spanish, English, French.