Mallorca, famous for its breathtaking nature and vibrant culture, is also increasingly celebrated as a gourmet's paradise. Year after year, the renowned Michelin Guide to Spain and Portugal awards its coveted stars to an exclusive selection of restaurants. In the latest edition 2022/23, new stars shine in the culinary sky, enriching the diversity of the island's culinary scene. Fusion19, under the direction of talented Palma chef Javier Hoebeeck, has caused a stir with its innovative fusion of Mediterranean and Asian flavors. This gastronomic gem in Playa de Muro has secured a well-deserved place among the island's prestigious Michelin-starred restaurants.
Mallorca's starred cuisine thus presents itself as a true treasure trove of culinary highlights that will give each of you foodies a unique and unforgettable experience. Today we summarize the 10 Michelin restaurants on the island, which have a total of 11 Michelin stars.
1. DINS Santi Taura
Close to the cathedral, just a five-minute walk away, is the El Llorenç Parc de la Mar Hotel. Here at the DINS restaurant, local chef Santi Taura conjures up traditional Mallorcan recipes with a modern twist. The lunch tasting menu is particularly recommended, as it reinterprets Mallorcan flavors in innovative ways. Make reservations well in advance to avoid disappointment. Santi Taura is a well-known name in the world of Mallorcan gastronomy. He enriches his creative dishes with the "historical memory" of Balearic cuisine, delighting both traditionalists and gourmets who like to experiment.
Santi Taura has returned to his city of study, Palma, bringing with him concepts from his eponymous restaurant and DINS in Lloseta. The new DINS Santi Taura restaurant at Hotel El Llorenç Parc de la Mar overlooks the sea in the historic Jewish neighborhood of La Calatrava.
The bar extends from the kitchen in the back and offers a personal atmosphere. In addition to this bar, there are ten other tables in the modern interior. The "DINS a la carte" menu offers a choice of newly interpreted Mallorcan classics. The main courses delight with fresh side dishes of salad and vegetables. The dessert "Walk through the Sierra Tramuntana" rounds off the experience.
2. bens d'Avall in Deià
In the heart of Mallorca you will find Bens d'Avall. The restaurant first opened in 1971 and has undergone a remarkable transformation since then. Run by Benet Vicens' mother and grandmother in the early days, today Benet himself is at the stove, forming an unbeatable culinary team with his talented 23-year-old son.
The location of the restaurant, just 1,500 meters from the Deià to Sóller road, gives the visit an escape from everyday life and reminds you of the beauty of Mallorca. The terrace offers stunning views of the mountains and the Mediterranean Sea. In 2016 it was completely renovated to create a more relaxed atmosphere.
The cuisine is modern but Mallorcan - healthy, natural and creative. Benet and his son Jaume draw inspiration from Mallorca's seasonal produce to create dishes that combine tradition and innovation.
Bens d'Avall is undoubtedly one of the finest restaurants on Mallorca, both in terms of location and ambience, service, and cuisine. Prices reflect the quality, but for an unforgettable culinary experience, the visit is more than worthwhile.
3rd Adrián Quetglas in Palma
Adrian Quetglas, raised in Buenos Aires with a Mallorcan father and paternal grandparents, combines in his dishes the culinary traditions of his grandmother and the Argentine specialties of his homeland. This unique cuisine, which combines two ethnic influences to create innovative dishes, is reflected in his culinary ingenuity. His professional experiences in kitchens from Paris to Moscow have perfected his technique.
Since 2017, Adrian Quetglas has held a Michelin star, a sign that diversity and creativity bring about positive change.
The modern and stylish restaurant offers both indoor seating and tables on the covered terrace.
4th Marc Fosh in Palma
Before opening his own restaurant, Marc Fosh was the first British chef in Spain to be awarded a Michelin star. His restaurant, in a converted 17th-century monastery, also received a Michelin star in 2015, which it has retained every year since.
The restaurant's modern interior features natural light, contemporary art, and a courtyard for al fresco dining in good weather. Marc Fosh emphasizes creative, modern Mediterranean cuisine based on fresh, seasonal and local ingredients, often using herbs and medicinal plants.
The restaurant serves lunch and dinner, with the lunch menu changing weekly and offering good value for money. In the evening there are three tasting menus to choose from, including a vegetarian menu.
The wine list offers a wide selection, although the restaurant's own wines are produced on the mainland.
The restaurant is often fully booked, so reservations in advance are essential.
5th VORO in Canyamel
Chef Álvaro Salazar is a well-known personality in Mallorca and has worked hard to obtain two Michelin stars for 2021/22. His pursuit and passion, along with the experience and charm of the Maître d', Mario, contribute to make the Voro experience unforgettable.
Although the restaurant has a strikingly simple interior, it quickly becomes clear that every interior design decision was made deliberately. The menu offers a wide variety of dishes that play with different flavors, textures and presentations. Overall, under the direction of Álvaro and his team, Voro Restaurant offers a culinary roller coaster ride that surprises guests with diverse flavors and artful dishes. The restaurant is considered a promising candidate for more Michelin stars.
6. maca de castro in Port d'Alcúdia
Once known as El Jardín, this restaurant now bears the name of its leading chef. It is part of the de Castro family gastronomy business in the north of Mallorca and has held a Michelin star since 2012, which it retains every year.
The cuisine combines traditional Mallorcan and Mediterranean dishes with creative modernity, using premium local ingredients. The regularly changing tasting menu is balanced and exciting.
Special attention is paid to underrated Mediterranean fish dishes and tasty meat creations that combine tradition and avant-garde haute cuisine.
The Maca de Castro restaurant boasts contemporary decor and is adorned with family artwork. Reservations can be made conveniently online.
During the winter season, the restaurant remains closed as the team travels to Uruguay, where its sister restaurant Jardín by Sarava (JBS) is located.
7. Es Fum in Costa d'en Blanes
Es Fum is an exquisite restaurant on the first floor of the luxurious St. Regis Mardavall Mallorca Resort. Already awarded a Michelin star in November 2011, the restaurant continues to set the standard in upscale cuisine.
Es Fum restaurant combines a charming, traditional ambience with innovative culinary creations under the direction of Chef José Miguel Navarro, an experienced chef who has worked in world-famous restaurants such as El Celler de Can Roca in Girona.
The atmosphere at Es Fum is palpable both on the dark wood furniture inside and on the elegant terrace colonnades, which offer breathtaking views of the lush garden and the sea.
Es Fum offers seasonal dinners with a fixed menu selection where dishes are described only by the ingredients used, making each meal a surprise. The dishes are artfully presented and offer a harmonious blend of salty, sweet and fresh flavors.
The service is professional, warm and without excessive stiffness. The experienced staff, led by Daniela Wittig, will make sure you want for nothing, including excellent wine advice from the sommelier.
Es Fum offers not only an exceptional culinary experience, but also an impressive selection of wines, including local wines, offering an unforgettable experience.
8 Andreu Genestra
Nice-born chef Andreu Genestra runs his eponymous restaurant at Hotel Zoëtry Mallorca in Llucmajor. Similar to Macarena de Castro, he uses the off-season to travel and gain new culinary experiences, such as guest chef appearances at luxury hotels in India. Andreu Genestra received his first Michelin star in 2015 and retains it until 2023.
In a Mallorcan mansion, respected chef Andrés Genestra is working on his new culinary concept. Upon entering Andreu Genestra's new restaurant, a clear message is conveyed: Floating above the entrance, almost as if they were Andreu's personal thoughts and passions, are traditional Mallorcan foods such as pickled fruits, olives and pickled vegetables that form a rising spiral. This is an impressive tribute to the "rebost," the traditional Mallorcan pantry that once supplied the kitchens of our grandmothers with staples. The central concept that shapes the menu and Genestra's culinary identity is the Mediterranean in all its facets, both in its forms and flavors, and in its temporal dimension and way of understanding processes.
9. zaranda
Renowned chef Fernando Pérez Arellano's legendary Zaranda continues to enchant the senses in the heart of Palma's old town. You'll find this culinary gem within the luxurious Hotel Es Princep, but with its own independent access.
Rising on the historic foundations of a former tannery, Zaranda restaurant cleverly plays with the roots of the place and words. Based on tantalizing tasting menus with resonant names like "Hypodermis," "Dermis," and "Epidermis," it serves extraordinary pickled entrees, all of which borrow from the Arab world and the history of leather tanning. A special highlight for the guests is the transparent floor, which provides a glimpse into the partially preserved remains of the old tannery.
The presentation of the dishes is of the highest perfection, the textures are delicate, and the best products of the island are used in flavorful combinations. Paired with carefully selected wines, an unforgettable culinary experience is guaranteed.
10. fusion19
After extensive travels and culinary adventures in the Mediterranean, Japan and Latin America, talented chef Javier Hoebeck finally returned to his native Mallorca. In 2016, he found his culinary home at Fusion 19, a restaurant belonging to Grupo Boulevard. There, he rose to head chef within a year, and Fusion 19 quickly earned a coveted Michelin star.
The culinary highlight of Fusion 19 is a 13-course menu served in five exciting phases. Each dish tells the story of Javier's travels and reflects his culinary influences. Guests can look forward to artfully prepared dishes, from small delicacies to more sumptuous delights. These creations are a testament to Javier's vast knowledge of fresh flavors and ingredient origins.
With Javier Hoebeck as head chef, Fusion 19 in Mallorca is undoubtedly a culinary highlight. The Michelin star is well-deserved recognition for the first-class quality offered in this restaurant. A visit to Fusion 19 promises an unforgettable taste experience for gourmets and gourmet lovers.
For more culinary tips, visit our Gastro page.
