Dining on the East Coast

The east coast offers honest, down-to-earth cuisine — less trendy than Palma, but more authentic. Fish restaurants in harbor towns, traditional Cellers (wine cellar restaurants) inland, and surprisingly good eateries in unassuming villages. Here, you still eat what was caught in the morning or harvested from the field.

€ Budget (Main course under 14€)

Ses Rotges · Carrer Rafael Blanes 21, Cala Ratjada
Popular spot with Mallorcan classics. Pa amb Oli in many variations (the Mallorcan national dish: rustic bread with olive oil, tomato, Serrano or cheese), Tumbet, Tapas. Nice courtyard.
7–14€ · Wed–Mon 12–10 pm

Bar Es Tamarells · Plaça del Conqueridor, Artà
Simple village bar on the main square. Daily menu (Menú del Día) for 12–14€ including water and bread: soup or salad, main course (often lamb, fish, or Tumbet), dessert. This is how the locals eat.
8–14€ · Mon–Sat 8 am–10 pm

Chiringuito Cala Mondragó · On the beach Ses Fonts de n'Alis
Simple beach bar in the Mondragó nature park. Bocadillos, Empanadas, Ensaimadas, fresh juices. Affordable for a beach day. Cash only!
5–10€ · Daily 10 am–6 pm (only season April–October)

€€ Mid-range (Main course 14–25€)

Es Celler · Carrer de l'Hospital 46, Petra (30 min from the east coast)
Traditional Celler (wine cellar restaurant) in a vaulted cellar from the 17th century. Mallorcan home cooking at its best: Lechona (suckling pig), Frit Mallorquí, Arròs Brut. Huge portions, fair prices. An institution.
12–20€ · Tue–Sun 12–3:30 pm & 7–10:30 pm · ★★

Sa Llotja · Carrer del Navegants 15, Cala Figuera
One of the best fish restaurants on the east coast, right at the harbor of the fishing village. The fish comes from the boats you can see from the table. Grilled dorado, Bullit de Peix (Mallorcan fish stew), Caldereta de Langosta (lobster stew — specialty, about 35€ p.p., order 24h in advance!).
16–28€ · Tue–Sun 12:30–3:30 pm & 7–10:30 pm · ★★★ · Reservation!

Roland · Carrer Rafal del Pont 4, Porto Cristo
A decades-old institution at the harbor of Porto Cristo. Fresh fish, paella, seafood platter for two (about 45€). Terrace with harbor view. Classic, reliable, good.
14–26€ · Daily 12–11 pm · ★★

€€€ High-end (Main course 25€+)

Es Racó d'es Teix · Carrer Vinya Vella 6, Artà
High-end Mallorcan cuisine in a restored townhouse. Seasonal menus with local products: lamb from the Tramuntana, fish from Porto Cristo, vegetables from surrounding fincas. Elegant courtyard, excellent wine list with Mallorcan wines.
30–50€ · Wed–Mon 7:30–10:30 pm · ★★★ · Reservation recommended

Cafés & Sweets

Café Parisien · Carrer Ciutat 18, Artà — Charming café in an old townhouse. Coffee, homemade cakes, breakfast. Quiet terrace in the backyard. Café con Leche 2.30€.

Pastelería Maicas · Carrer Major, Manacor — The best bakery in the region since 1940. Ensaimadas, Cocarrois (pastries with vegetables), Robiols (apricot pastries). A must-try!

Gelateria Porto Cristo · Passeig de la Sirena, Porto Cristo — Artisan ice cream right at the harbor. Almond and lemon are the hits. Scoop 2.50€.