FOOD & TRAVEL TIPS & GUIDE FOR PALMA & MALLORCA
Looking for the ultimate travel and food guide for Palma and Mallorca? As a foodie I’m always in search for the best (plant-based friendly) restaurants and was thus so eager to explore the island’s stunning landscapes. I checked out many vegan-friendly dining spots, the best speciality coffee shops, work-friendly cafes, yoga spots, hidden gems, and beaches that make Mallorca a Mediterranean paradise.
However, as our time was limited and there are just soooo many places you can go to I added more spots, which we haven’t tried (yet) below and also included more places in my good maps list for Mallorca here. You might also be interested in my post about our time in Mallorca on my Instagram account here.
I hope this little guide helps you to plan your next vacation to this stunning island!
Lots of love,
Magda
FAVORITE BEACHES & BEACH BAR (CHIRINGUITO)
where to go for (vegan) breakfast, brunch & coffee
Café 22
If you’re looking for the best breakfast, speciality coffee and tasty lunch you need to head to Café 22! We really loved the amazing coffee (high quality beans and both cappuccino and flat white were amazing!), the delicious avocado bread with scrambled eggs, orange juice and of course the juicy carrot cake! You can now also enjoy their new lunch menu which you shouldn’t miss incl. the delicious burger (with beef or vegan - also loved the veggies and air fried potatoes) and the falafel bowl. Really a 12/10!
ARCA: this Brunch, Café & Elixir Bar is really a must visit during your time in Palma! The menu includes speciality coffee, matcha and tasty breakfast choices such as granola, bircher, tostadas and sandwiches & there’s a special brunch deal which includes coffee, juice, a sweet bowl & a tostada of your choice for 16€ (incl. water). The team is really lovely and brings the best functional drinks and plates to Palma - also make sure to check out their special events!
Açai San Mallorca: if you’re craving authentic and delicious acai then this is your go to spot! You can choose various sizes from many different toppings such as fresh fruits, nuts, whey protein, cookies, coconut seeds and add your favorite sauce such as peanut butter or even nutella on top. If you can’t choose there there are also several tasty acai on the menu to make it easier for you.
Palma Bread - home of the cinnamon buns
If you’re looking for the best bread, pastries and breakfast in Palma then you need to head to Palma bread! You can enjoy not only their famous kanelbullar (cinnamon buns) as well as other pastires and tasty coffee. For breakfast we really liked the croissant with jamon serrano and the Greek yogurt bowl with their homemade granola & fresh fruits. We visited the location in Plaça Frederic Chopin & there are actually also two more locations in café in San Agustí & San Nicolás.
Bo's specialty coffee (Pollenca)
Relly can recommend enjoying brunch & coffee at Bo’s in the heart of Pollenca. We loved the tasty sourdough toasts and went for the hummus one with avocado and harissa as well as for the spicy tuna with pesto, which was soooo delicious! If you’re craving sth. sweet you should go for the acai bowl or greek yogurt bowl, although also their waffle sounded tempting! The coffee is also really good (both iced and cappuccino) and the lovely team also serves matcha, juices, smoothies, matcha coco water or you could make your brunch also boozy with mimosas, aperol etc. The location is amazing as you’re sitting in a lively area of the old town. There’s also a market in Pollenca on Sundays so you can combine your visit to Bo’s with the market (although it gets of course a bit busier then, but it’s worth it).
Clement (Cala d’Or)
We actually got stuck in Cala d’Or first with rain and wanted thus to enjoy a nice coffee and pastry until it stops. We were so happy to find Clement where they did not only more than satisfy our caffeine cravings but also served tasty pastries, breakfast, lunch and small treats. The owners were really lovely and the whole ambience super nice!
Further spots which were recommended to me:
El Perrito
Solo Santa Catalina
Noti
Mama Carmen´s
where to go for (vegan) lunch, sunset & dinner
Restaurant Illeta
One of the most special lunch and dinner spots for sure on the island. Of course the price is slightly higher than at other spots, however, the restaurant is really unique as it is located on a small island which you can reach by foot from the beach. Also the food was exceptional as their seafood paella. Make sure to reserve your table well in advance as it is fully booked quickly. I recommend to get the table for sunset so you can enjoy the beautiful setting both during daylight before dinner.
de tokio a lima (Palma)
If you’re a lover of the Nikkai cuisine like me then you need to reserve your table at de tokio a lima! Located in the heart of Palma the restaurant is rather on the pricier side but really worth it. The portions are big (we had the fish and seafood ceviche, roasted octopus with mole and tuna tartare as a starter) and feature delicious plates from the Nikkai kitchen. We really loved the fresh market fish and beef sirloin tataki - quality and service were excellent & the atmosphere on the terrace is perfect for a special dinner date! They also have a second location in Valldemossa in a stunning ambiance which is next on my list for sure!
Bistro Calle Cruz 20
If you’re looking for a lovely lunch or dinner location in Campos you shall not miss this lovely spot. We enjoyed their lunch menu a lot, the portion size was really big and the quality amazing. Also the service was exceptionally friendly and we loved the aesthetic setting in their calm garden. Next to the restaurant there’s also a small boutique shop with clothes, tableware etc.
Groenk Bistro & Grill Fornalutx
Nestled in the Tramuntana mountains in the beautiful village of Fornalutx, Groenk is a true paradise for grill lovers. Incredible burgers, the best steaks of the island, fresh seafood - all prepared on a charcoal grill combined with their tasty desserts and a perfect tinto de verano in a lovely, relaxed setting. They also have more restaurants: one in Deià, which I also loved and their new Pasta & Pizza hotspot, which is n. Highly recommend Groenk!
La Previa Palma: this lovely new hotspot serves delicious authentic tapas and tasty wines, refreshing sangrias & vermut (served with olives). The menu includes patatas bravas with a twist, all time favorite croquetas, tortillas (we loved the truffle version!), bodegas (must try!), and pimientos and modern tapas such as hummus or fresh burrata. The staff is super lovely, the atmosphere really inviting & I would highly recommend your visit and make sure to reserve in advance!
Vinito vermutería & winebar
Really enjoyed the amazing evening at Vinito vermuteria! The menu incudes tasty tapas such as iberian reserve ham, mediterranean burrata with pistachio as well as warm bites such as the honey baked camembert and beef empanadas. We loved the incredible cocktails and can only highly recommend the pistachio espresso martini (one of their signature drinks with speciality espresso!) and of course their unique vinito creations such as the Vermujito and Caipi Passionfruit Vermout.
Groenk Bistro & Grill Deiá
After we visited the Fornalutx location of Groenk a few months ago we were so excited to finally check out their Deiá location for dinner. We loved the beautiful outdoor (and indoor) patio seating area and felt like at home immediately thanks to the lovely team. Of course we had to get their signature pampelle spritz and their amazing starters - you shouldn’t miss the steak tartare and the smoked salmon with zucchini salad, such a great combination! The mains blew our mind as we had the best steak from the island (tenderloin) and shared the whole grilled seabass with green salad. Such a lovely evening - we will be back for sure!
Further spots which were recommended to me:
Nap Palma
Bar La Tapita
Cafe Ca'n Toni
Market Kitchen
Rikito
La Rosa Vermuteria & Colmado
where to go for SPORTS
TRIB3 Palma
Amazing new studio in the heart of Palma offering both HIT & strength and reformer pilates classes. The team is really lovely and I liked that you also get a towel to work out as well as a cold one after the sweaty session! During the HIT class you’re changing between the bike, running and strength exercises & can’t wait to try the reformer soon too!
where to go for GELATO
BEST EXPERIENCES IN MALLORCA - MY TIPS
Experience authentic Mallorca at the Hort de Sa Vall farm - we joined for the Hort de Sa Vall Experience on Thursday which consisted of an amazing guided tour of the estate through their fields incl. trying their organic vegetables and fruits. Afterwards we tried their local product and wine and enjoyed a live cooking featuring allioli and pa amb oli, before the experience concluded with a super tasty meal with local wine under the trees with their 0km seasonal products. I can only highly recommend this amazing experience - we stayed from 11:00 until 16:00 and met new lovely people, learned about the farming in Mallorca & enjoyed tasty food!
Explore the lush citrus farm producing lemons & oranges at Ecovinyasa near Soller
Join a cooking class in Palma at Moltak the Windmill kitchen
Attend a yoga class for example at Sadhana works
Go for a run starting from the Platja de Can Pere Antoni & heading east
