Food & Drink spots | Mallorca

An Insider Guide to The Best Restaurants and Bars on the Island

By the Bearleaders

Es Fum | Tip by Bearleader in Food, Two Michelin star chef Erik van Loo

Discover the best fine-dining restaurants and splash into the Spanish sunshine as the Bearleaders, well-traveled tastemakers, take us on a gastronomic adventure in Mallorca.

Discover all the hidden culinary gems it has to offer

What’s going on?

Bearleaders presents a 3-Night/ 4-Day Culinary Experience with a Two Michelin Star Chef on Mallorca

Book a 4-day gastronomical dining experience in the heart of the island of Mallorca, in the company of your host, Bearleader in Food, Two Michelin-star chef, Martin Kruithof. Martin is an engaging host with an unmatched dedication to creating the finest experiences for his guests. Join him on a Hosted Culinary Experience with like-minded food lovers. Or book this experience with a group of friends or family.

On this journey you will experience the very best seasonal and locally sourced ingredients from Mallorca, with an exclusively designed menu of wonderful dishes, cooking classes, wine tastings, and lots of opportunities to discover more of this Spanish island.

Where to eat

  • BEEWI PASEO MALLORCA

    Part of a little chain of restaurants on Mallorca, Beewi Paseo Mallorca and Beewi Santa Catalina share the same concept. Bar pintxos, tapas, hardly any tourists, casual, but high quality local food and wine.

    instagram | maps, in Palma | favourite of Erik van Loo, Two Michelin Star Chef

  • ES FUM

    Awarded with one Michelin-star, and on their way to two stars according to Erik. An amazing dining experience, located in the St. Regis Mardavall resort, near the city of Palma. The service, the setting, and in particular the food are of exceptional quality.

    instagram | maps, in Palma | favourite of Erik van Loo, Two Michelin Star Chef

  • DINS SANTI TAURA

A Michelin-starred fine dining experience. The dimly lit room puts all the attention on the open kitchen and their artful contemporary creations.

instagram | maps, in Palma | favourite of Erik van Loo, Two Michelin Star Chef

  • DAICA

    Located in the rustic town of Llubi, hidden among the hills away from the touristic bustle and hustle you’ll find this beautiful restaurant. Incredibly skilful dishes that are wonderfully dressed, complex and yet taste authentic and local.

    instagram | maps, in Llubi | favourite of Martin Kruithof, Two Michelin Star Chef


  • ES TALLER

    An international shared dining experience in a minimal, modern space surrounded by nature. They use local ingredients but aren’t afraid take you all over the world with flavours, from Morocco to Thailand.

    instagram | maps, Valldemossa | favourite of Martin Kruithof, Two Michelin Star Chef

  • EL OLIVO / BAR MIRO

    Excellent lunch al fresco with perfect service. Local tapas and drinks for lunch or fine dining for dinner at the upscale La Residencia hotel. Great service with gorgeous views over green pastoral hills and a lush garden.

    maps, in Palma | favourite of Heinz Strobl, Senior Hotel Executive

  • EL CAMINO

    The place to go for style and creativity in Mallorca. A beautiful long bar, surrounded by elegant tables on which the most amazing tapas and platters will be served.

    maps, in Deìa | favourite of Heinz Strobl, Senior Hotel Executive

  • CAFE CA’N TONI

    A hidden gem. Fantastic local food in the Catalina part of Palma de Mallorca. Both a deli and a restaurant, this is a real treat for lovers of all Spanish foods.

    maps, in Palma | favourite of Heinz Strobl, Senior Hotel Executive

  • CASSAI GRAN CAFΓ‰ & RESTAURANT

    Landmark restaurant in the southwest of the island. Traditional cuisine with a modern touch, their gastronomic proposal is based on top quality products with designation of origin. 

    instagram | maps, in Ses Salines | favourite of Ferry Loeve, Sr. Hair Colourist

  • BΓ‰NS D’AVALL RESTAURANT

    The cuisine of BΓ©ns d’Avall offers a different take on the already unique Balearic gastronomy.

    instagram | maps, in SΓ³ller | favourite of Martin Kruithof, Two Michelin Star Chef and Ferry Loeve, Sr. Hair Colourist

  • FORNET DE LA SOCA

    One of Palma’s best known and best loved bakeries. Great food and they also have a shop with nice gifts. 

    instagram | maps, in Palma | favourite of Ferry Loeve, Sr. Hair Colourist

  • CASA ALVARO

    With gourmet tapas and delectable paellas presented elaborately, this Mallorcan and Mexican fusion restaurant with a swanky charm is located in SΓ³ller’s historic old town.

    instagram | maps, in SΓ³ller | favourite of Ferry Loeve, Sr. Hair Colourist

  • CA’N JOAN DE S’AIGO

    A local bakery with over 300 years of history, still offering a true Mallorcan experience in the heart of Palma de Mallorca.

    instagram | maps, in Palma | favourite of Martin Kruithof, Two Michelin Star Chef

  • CA’S PATRO MARCH RESTAURANT

    Perched on the rocky bay of DeiΓ  above the crystal-clear waters of the Mediterranean.

    This seafood restaurant is not only famous for its fresh catch but also for being the filming location of β€˜The Night Manager’, a critically acclaimed TV thriller series starring Tom Hiddleston.

    instagram | maps, in DeiΓ  | favourite of Ferry Loeve, Sr. Hair Colourist

  • RESTAURANTE ILLETA

    Known for their authentic paellas, this restaurant is only reachable by a scenic walkway across a turquoise bay. Its views and unique location nabbed it a prominent feature in Netflix’s hit series β€˜White Lines’.

    instagram | maps, in Camp de Mar | favourite of Ferry Loeve, Sr. Hair Colourist

Where to go for a drink

  • CAN AXARTELL

    Where traditional and modern Mallorcan winegrowing harmoniously coexist on the hillside between olive plantations. Can Axartell produces one rosΓ©, two white wines and three reds from their own vineyards.

    instagram | maps, in Pollença | favourite of Martin Kruithof, Two Michelin Star Chef

  • CAN GELAT

    Vineyard with local grapes that highlights the soil and climate of Mallorca, producing beautiful red and white wines. You can also rent a villa.
    Martin Kruithof, Michelin chef and Bearleader in Food, organizes trips from The Netherlands with groups to enjoy the best wine and food here.

    instagram | maps, in Moscari | favourite of Martin Kruithof, Two Michelin Star Chef

What to do

  • SΓ“LLER MARKET

    One of the most popular and traditional markets on the island. It is held in the town of SΓ³ller every Saturday and you will find fruit, veggies, cheese, fish, meat and other local produce to bring home with you.

    maps, in SΓ³ller | favourite of Ferry Loeve, Sr. Hair Colourist

  • MERCAT DE L’OLIVAR

    A traditional market with gastronomical and freshly prepared dishes in the heart of Palma de Mallorca.

    instagram | maps, in Palma | favourite of Martin Kruithof, Two Michelin Star Chef and Heinz Strobl, Senior Hotel Executive

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