Serra de Tramuntana
Swathed in flowers and vines, the terrace at this stone-walled cafe has broad views of the Tramuntana. The gourmet burgers are a fine pick, as are the…
Must-see restaurants in Mallorca
Serra de Tramuntana
This is probably the pick of the two places overlooking the water at Cala de Deià for its slightly elevated views, but it's a close-run thing. It has a…
Palma de Mallorca
This L-shaped barn of a place is a wine and tapas bar, bistro and delicatessen combined. Most items are organic and there’s plenty of choice for…
Northern Mallorca
In business since the 1960s, this atmospheric, rustic and old-style Mallorcan restaurant is something of a rarity in these parts. It serves up genuine…
Serra de Tramuntana
The pick of the places on Plaça de la Vila, this countrified restaurant at the Hotel Can Xim rolls out Mallorcan specialities with a few innovative twists…
Southern Mallorca
Set back from the ruddy headland that sustains Cala Pi's highly photogenic 16th-century 'fire tower', Restaurante Miguel is a Mallorcan-style 'farmhouse'…
Southern Mallorca
Despite the name, Alchemy has little to do with molecular gastronomy or culinary experimentation. With its pretty courtyard, slick bistro interior and…
Southern Mallorca
Located in an old windmill on the road leading east from Santanyí, this sprawling stone-built restaurant has a lovely garden terrace shaded by palms and…
Palma de Mallorca
This appropriately named restaurant offers a tranquil respite from pavement pounding. Head for the 'secret garden' out back with its sprawling wisteria,…
Mallorca
On Algaida's northern fringes, Ca'l Dimoni is rustic Mallorca through and through, with wood beams, chunky tables, cured sausages hanging from the rafters…
Serra de Tramuntana
A narrow country lane forking from the road to Cala Tuent on the dramatic drive down passes sheep farms and olive groves before reaching this glorious old…
Northern Mallorca
Upstairs overlooking the water, La Llonja does seriously good seafood, meat dishes and rice dishes such as lobster paella with the occasional dash of…
Palma de Mallorca
With its mishmash of vintage furniture, flickering chandeliers and poster-plastered walls, Quina Creu nails bric-a-brac chic. Deep sofas, a tapas-lined…
Palma de Mallorca
The harbourside restaurant at Hotel Portixol is bright and breezy with sea views and a blue-white colour scheme. The menu is ingredient-driven, treating…
Sóller
Converted from an old olive mill, Barrettes has heavy wood beams in the lantern-lit dining room or al fresco seating on the poolside terrace. The menu is…
Mallorca
Delve down to this enormous, cathedral-like 18th-century celler, with a high-beamed ceiling resting on a series of stone arches. On the menu are hearty…
Palma de Mallorca
What better place to sample fish than this place, right above the fish market? Ca'n Eduardo, in business since the 1940s, is hardly cutting-edge, but…
Pollença
For many, this is the pick of the restaurants on Plaça Major, with a fine terrace and friendly service. The menu whispers longingly of bella Italia, with…
Valldemossa
This fourth generation family-run restaurant dates from 1877 and possibly little has changed, decor wise, since then. There's no tower building or drizzle…
Southern Mallorca
The stone-flagged courtyard of this 300-year-old building, graced with creeping ivy, potted shrubs and artfully weathered timber, is a lovely place to…
Sóller
Scoot down a cobbled lane off the main plaza to find this delightful place sporting a minimalist-traditional bodega look. Sample innovative art-on-a-plate…
Palma de Mallorca
The 'Little Dog' takes its canine moniker from the black-and-white photos of customers' pooches that hang on its walls. Run by Swedes, this cute-as-a…
Mallorca
Sitting 3km southwest of Campanet along the PMV2131 is the restaurant of Hotel Ca'n Calco, where dinner is an intimate affair on a poolside terrace…
Mallorca
Much-loved by cyclists seeking a breather or just to fuel up on breakfast, this restaurant/bar/cafe serves excellent pizza, pastas and paella (you often…
Mallorca
With a plumb spot, overlooking the beach, this slightly old-fashioned Mallorcan restaurant is a welcome alternative to the glitz that dominates this part…
Mallorca
Priceless views across the Badia de Palma are not the only forte of this slick beachside restaurant. The long list of pastas, including penne with scampi…
Serra de Tramuntana
Head for the terrace overlooking the rooftops and church. Since 1976, this is where the locals have headed for special occasions. A bastion of traditional…
Southern Mallorca
Asador Es Teatre specialises in roast lamb, T-bone steaks and other fine cuts of aged meat, all seared to perfection on the Josper (grill-oven). The…
Mallorca
Vaulted stone ceilings and a general air of solidity attest to the 18th-century origins of this restaurant, a lovely place to eat fine variations on pa…
Palma de Mallorca
Locals in the know reckon this is the best Japanese restaurant around. All the standards are here, including fresh sushi, maki, sashimi and nigiri, plus a…
Port de Sóller
You almost feel like you're turning up to a Great Gatsby–style party in this pseudo-waterfront mansion, but few make it that far, preferring to linger…
Serra de Tramuntana
On the road leading down to Cala de Banyalbufar, this traditional haunt stays true to its Mallorcan roots with generous portions of arroz negro (black…
Palma de Mallorca
Opio traces the Pacific Rim with dishes originating in Asia (prawn tempura) and South America (ceviche) alongside Iberican flavours and the inevitable…
Palma de Mallorca
Tucked in behind the Església de Santa Eulàlia with an inviting terrace, this irresistible little bar-restaurant specialises in fresh seasonal ingredients…
Palma de Mallorca
Descend three steps into this high-ceilinged Gothic basement to find traditional tapas, such as grilled artichokes, snails, jamón (cured ham) and…
Sóller
Step inside and the cherry red-cum-lemon motif decor immediately transports you to Sorrento. The journey continues with the enticingly brief menu, no…
Palma de Mallorca
Bruselas basically provides red meat to aesthetes, with Argentine steaks – such as solomillo con foie (sirloin with foie gras) – gourmet hamburgers and…
Serra de Tramuntana
This classic place at the west end of the village draws cyclists seeking snacks to its streetside tables, while the upstairs restaurant is first class…
Northeastern Mallorca
This centrally located restaurant dates to 1938 and is perhaps the most authentic and low-key of Cala Ratjada's seafood places. Its glassed-in,…
Northeastern Mallorca
A Swiss couple run this restaurant, with breezy sea views from the terrace. The big deal is seafood, including a superb parrillada (barbecue), with five…
