Dining & Nightlife in Palma

In recent years, Palma has evolved into the culinary capital of the Balearic Islands — boasting several Michelin stars, a thriving tapas scene, and an increasing number of restaurants that blend Mallorcan traditions with modern techniques. From the 3-euro ensaimada at the bakery to the 200-euro tasting menu, everything is possible.

€ Budget — Tapas & Snacks

Bar España · Carrer de Sant Miquel, 2 — An institution since 1935. Standing bar, showcase full of tapas, locals crowd the counter. Tortilla, Pimientos de Padrón, Croquetas. 2–5 € per tapa.

La Rosa Vermutería · Carrer de la Rosa, 5 — Hipster vermouth bar in the old town. House-made vermouth, along with conservas (canned fish, deliberately retro), olives, anchovies. Perfect before dinner. 3–8 €.

Fornet de la Soca · Carrer dels Paraires, 9 — Artisan bakery reviving old Mallorcan recipes. The ensaimada (Mallorca's national pastry, a spiral-shaped yeast pastry with lard) is the best in town here. From 3 €.

€€ Mid-range — Mallorcan & Modern

Celler Sa Premsa · Plaça del Bisbe Berenguer de Palou, 8 — The classic for Mallorcan home cooking. Huge portions of Tumbet (vegetable casserole), Frito Mallorquín (offal with vegetables, better than it sounds), Lomo con Col (pork with cabbage). In an old wine cellar with oak barrels on the walls. 12–20 € main course.

Mercat 1930 · Carrer de la Missió, 15a — Food market concept with various stalls: sushi, tacos, pasta, Mallorcan tapas. Modern, lively, ideal for groups with different tastes. 10–18 €.

Ca'n Eduardo · Contramuelle Mollet, 3 (3rd floor) — Legendary fish restaurant right in the harbor, since 1943. Fresh fish according to the daily offer, paella for two, sea view from the balcony. 20–35 €.

€€€ High-end — Fine Dining

DINS Santi Taura · Carrer d'en Morey, 7 — 1 Michelin star. Santi Taura is Mallorca's most famous chef, interpreting traditional island recipes at the highest level. Tasting menu from 95 €. Evenings only, reservation weeks in advance.

Adrián Quetglas · Paseo Mallorca, 20 — The Moldovan-Mallorcan chef offers a sensational Menú del día for 25 € (including wine!) at lunchtime. Evenings à la carte 30–50 €. One of the best value-for-money in this category.

Marc Fosh · Carrer de la Missió, 7a (Hotel Convent de la Missió) — British chef, Mallorca veteran, Michelin-experienced. Mediterranean cuisine with seasonal ingredients. Menu from 85 €.

Nightlife

Palma's nightlife is concentrated in three zones:

• La Lonja: Cocktail bars and gin-tonics along Carrer d'Apuntadors. Stylish, 25–35 age group. Barón Rampante, Café Atlantico, Ginbo.
• Santa Catalina: More wine bars and relaxed drinks. Bodega La Rambla, Wineing, Vandal.
• Paseo Marítimo / Harbor: Clubs and large discos. Tito's (an institution since 1923), Pacha, Social Club.

In summer, nightlife also shifts to the beach clubs: Purobeach (Cala Estancia), Anima Beach (right on Paseo Marítimo), Zhero Beach (Illetes).