The first bite is with the eye. That’s true for the food on your plate. But it’s equally true for the overall atmosphere of a meal. Some restaurants on the island offer spectacular views of the Mediterranean, the Tramuntana mountains or the Pla i Llevant. Dining with a vista like this, you also take in the sea and the landscape. And what could be more romantic than a dinner with your loved one at one of the following 15 restaurants on Mallorca with a view. A culinary round-trip of the island, starting with a new place in Palma:
1. Mar i Luz
The large sunny terrace of Es Baluard has always been a fascinating place. On the edge of casco antiguo and yet right in the middle of it. Sit on the broad city wall with the spectacular view over the Bay of Palma. From the medieval skyline with the cathedral, past the marina and all the way to Castell de Bellver. At Mar i Luz you can now enjoy the fabulous vista over lunch or dinner.
2. Lila Portals
We’ve heard of people coming to Lila Portals for a drink, staying for dinner and only leaving when the bar closed. The restaurant is located high above the beach with a breathtaking view of the bay of Portals Nous and yet is only a few steps away from the sea. And the menu comprises culinary classics as well as vegan dishes.
3. Barlovento
Just a few steps from the hustle and bustle of Port d’Andratx’s promenade, Barlovento welcomes its guests with a magnificent view over the entire bay. Regulars particularly appreciate the selection of fish and seafood dishes as well as the choice of paellas. The terrace is a great place for an extended meal with friends, but it can also be reserved for private events.
4. Es Raor
The old fisherman’s house is located directly above the pier and offers a marvelous view of Sa Dragonera. Es Raor has been continuing the tradition of former El Pescador for several years, now. The kitchen is popular for its rice, paella and fideua dishes. And as you’d expect in a fisherman’s village there’s always various fish and seafood on the menu.
5. Béns d’Avall
If you are looking for a romantic dinner under the stars, including sunset and sea views, then Béns d’Avall is one of the top addresses. The Michelin-starred restaurant’s magnificent terrace overlooking the rocky cliffs of the Tramuntana and the myriad shades of blue of the Mediterranean is simply stunning.
6. Patiki Beach
Raw ingredients are the stars of the menu at Patiki Beach, combined with a large dose of spices, nuts and flavors. Ditch your shoes, sit back in one of the comfortable wicker chairs and take in the scenery. The restaurant with chiringuito flair at the end of Playa Repic offers a fabulous view of Port de Sóller and the surrounding Tramuntana mountain range.
7. Es Turó
Here’s where you relish authentic Mallorcan cuisine in one of the most picturesque villages on the island. Family-run for more than 25 years, Es Turó restaurant is popular with locals and visitors alike. If you’re lucky, you get a table on the terrace surrounded by flowers. And a breathtaking view of the mountains.
8. Sa Foradada
You can spot the characteristic rock in the sea from afar. Sa Foradada looks like a giant whale emerging at the foot of the Tramuntana. The chiringuito perched on the rocks above the tiny bay used to be one of the most popular restaurants on Mallorca with a view of the coastline and the sea. Unfortunately, it is closed until further notice due to a change of tenant.
9. Can Gavella
A wooden staircase leads from the beach up to Can Gavella. Nestled in the dunes at Playa de Muro, the chiringuito boasts stunning views of the Alcudia Bay. Gentle waves provide the background sound to the subtle music from the bar. It’s easy to while away the hours under the pergola with its upside-down senallas. Regulars come here for paella or fideuá, Can Gavella’s specialties.
10. S’Arenal
S’Arenal de Portocolom is actually a chiringuito. At first sight, the scenery looks like a picnic in the sand. Indeed, the atmosphere is relaxed, drinks are fab and the tiny kitchen offers great bar food and fresh fish. Dining with the feet in the sand and a view of the entire bay.
11. Son Terrassa
As the sun sets on the horizon, Son Terrassa comes to life. The family-run restaurant near Cas Concos clearly lives up to its name. Its beautiful terrace is the perfect place for a sunset dinner of traditional Mallorcan cuisine. While you enjoy each course the sun slowly sinks behind the hills of the Plà i Llevant.
12. Mirador de Cabrera
The Restaurante Mirador de Cabrera in Cala Pi sits right at the edge of the cliff. Expect fresh and seasonal Mediterranean cuisine on the terrace facing the sea and the small island of Sa Cabrera. Prepared by German chef Jörg Klausmann who is a huge fan of the SC Freiburg football team.
13. Miceli
At Miceli, every meal starts with chef Marga Coll greeting you at the table and telling you the menu of the day. It changes depending on what Marga had bought fresh on the market in Inca early in the morning. And it is deeply rooted in Mallorcan cuisine. The wonderful restaurant is located in the heart of Selva at the foot of the Tramuntana, overlooking the wide plains of the island.
14. Santuari de Cura
The panoramic view from Puig de Randa is one of the most spectacular on Mallorca. Hikers and cyclists alike love to climb the 543 meters to the top. The vista is best enjoyed on the terrace of the Santuari de Cura restaurant. The kitchen focuses on typical local dishes like frito mallorquin or suckling pig.
15. Cuit
Restaurant Cuit is located on the eighth floor of Hotel Nakar in Palma. With a beautiful view over the old town, cathedral and the bay of Palma. Start with a drink on the rooftop terrace. The kitchen is just as fabulous. Chef Miquel Calent likes to go with the season. His menus are inspired by the island’s culinary tradition.
These are just Estilo Palma’s current Top 15 restaurants on Mallorca with a view. Find more fabulous places for outdoor dining on the island right here.