Mallorca is a Mediterranean paradise offering something for everyone. From white-sand bays to quaint towns and a vibrant capital city, the island is also blessed with a rich culture and a superb gastronomic scene. It is no secret that Mallorca has become one of the European hotspots for international culinary connoisseurs who visit this island to discover the unique flavours of Mediterranean cuisine. In fact, the island is now well established in the esteemed Michelin Guide, and this year, Mallorca is proud to be decorated with 11 stars. Here is our guide to the first-class Michelin-starred restaurants across the island.
The island’s capital city sparkles with Michelin stars in and around its historic Old Town.
1. Zaranda
Zaranda is one such restaurant, which has reopened inside the five-star boutique hotel, Es Princep. Chef Fernando P. Arellano is now working his magic here, having worked in some of Europe’s most acclaimed restaurants. At Zaranda, Arellano received his first Michelin star in 2006 and his tasting menus are a testament to this high acclamation, weaving together creative culinary skill and fresh regional ingredients with flair.
2. DINS by Santi Taura
Michelin-starred since 2020, DINS by Santi Taura is steps away from the Gothic cathedral that symbolises the historic heart of the city. Chef Santi Taura honours his island by uniting the authentic flavours of traditional Mallorcan cooking with contemporary techniques and unexpected artful combinations. Enjoy a pre or post-dinner cocktail on the rooftop and survey the characterful Casco Antiguo and the Mediterranean coast.
3. Adrián Quetglas
Last but by no means least, two other of Palma’s gastronomic institutions possess stars: Adrián Quetglas and Marc Fosh, both named after their head chefs and owners. The former is a relaxed, bistro-style restaurant serving haute cuisine that blends the worldwide experiences of its Argentinian head chef filtered through a Mediterranean lens. The five or seven-step tasting menus are a delicate and elegant fusion of surprising and unforgettable tastes.
4. Marc Fosh
British chef Marc Fosh has two restaurants on the island where he has lived for over 20 years. The one that holds the Michelin star is tucked away inside the 17th-century Hotel Convent de la Missió, where the minimalist dining room is dedicated to contemporary Mediterranean cuisine artfully prepared using the finest local produce from across the Balearic Islands. Offering lunch and dinner tasting menus, Marc Fosh showcases original flavour combinations specialising in regional fish, meat and rice dishes.
5. Fusion 19
A new Michelin starred restaurant was named in the recent awards ceremony. Fusion 19 in the nothern Playa de Muro headed up by a young chef from Palma, Javier Hoebeeck who has joined Mallorca’s growing list of stars. At Fusion 19 international flavours are being merged while being loyal to the local gastronomy and using mainly seasonal local products.
6. Maca de Castro
Situated in scenic Puerto de Alcúdia on the north coast, Maca de Castro is another fine Michelin-starred restaurant that serves elegant and authentic dishes. The contemporary dining room is set on the first floor of a villa, where you can enjoy the tasting menu that exemplifies the highest levels of technical skill, reimagining time-honoured Mallorcan dishes with a diverse range of flavours and ingredients.
Puerto de Alcúdia is a family-friendly resort town with a small population that lives there throughout the year. A beautiful and tranquil location, the port is well equipped with facilities and services plus a clement climate. If you’re thinking about buying a home on the island, Puerto de Alcudia could be exactly what you’re looking for: private properties with dramatic views and sprawling gardens are commonly found in this area. Could one be your dream home?
7. Béns d'Avall
Nestled in the town of Sóller in the Tramuntana mountains, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, Bens d’Avall offers first-class Mallorcan cuisine that has been Michelin-starred since 2020. Fusing traditional recipes with modern cooking techniques since 1971, Bens d’Avall is situated on the western coastal road between Sóller and Deià with excellent sea views from its terrace. Two highly desirable residential areas for their truly stunning settings, Sóller and Deià combine coastal and mountain living, which adds value to the properties in this protected region. Prices are on a higher scale, but the idyllic views and sense of otherworldliness are worth it.
8. Es Fum
Moving to the southwest of Mallorca, Costa d’en Blanes is home to Es Fum, a Mediterranean restaurant that received a Michelin star in 2011. Chef Miquel Navarro’s diverse menu is filled with delicious specialities with the choice of a 6, 8 or 10-course menu.
As one of the most sought after residential areas on the island, Mallorca’s southwest offers many high-end properties for sale or rent year-round. Due to the mixed international community, there are great facilities, international schools, restaurants, shops and an excellent road network. Plus, there are many charming villages and traditional towns alongside numerous ports and marinas where rows of yachts sit waiting to be taken out on the Mediterranean. The region’s most distinctive features? Proximity to Palma and its airport, stunning sandy beaches and kilometres of spectacular coastline. Get in touch to peruse your potential home in the lovely southwest.
The island’s northeastern coast boasts beautiful beaches and two restaurants that feature in the Michelin Guide.
9. Voro
Housed within the Cap Vermell Grand Hotel in the small town of Canyamel, Voro holds two prestigious Michelin stars. Chef Álvaro Salazar, who earned a star at his former restaurant Argos in Port de Pollensa, focuses on high-quality regional and seasonal products and surprises his guests with exquisite, innovative dishes that combine traditional Spanish and Mediterranean flavours while showcasing the best of local and seasonal products. The Latin verb “voro” meaning “to devour” aptly describes a guest’s experience of the two tasting menus that reinterpret heritage recipes to create fresh and contemporary dishes.
10. Andreu Genestra
Andreu Genestra is another highly acclaimed Michelin starred restaurant less than ten minutes drive north, just outside the historical village of Capdepera. Located inside the Predi Son Jaumell Hotel and surrounded by 12,000 square metres of farmland, this sophisticated restaurant is dedicated to traditional Mallorcan cuisine under the direction of the native chef Andreu Genestra, who celebrates authentic Mallorcan flavours through a contemporary lens.
The Canyamel valley, in the municipality of Capdepera, is renowned for its verdant landscape and relaxing atmosphere. The pretty beaches and pine-covered hills make this not only a magnetic holiday destination, but a highly desirable residential location that is ideal for a peaceful lifestyle. At Engel & Völkers, we have a wide selection of impressive properties in this area. From exclusive villas with swimming pools and sea views to luxurious modern apartments.
The gastronomic scene of Palma and the rest of the island offer a wide range of culinary highlights, from refined traditional plates to the most avant-garde dishes creatively curated with scientific precision. The burgeoning epicurean scene is just another of the island’s accomplishments, alongside 300 days of sunshine, the ultimate laid-back Mediterranean lifestyle, academically recognised international schools and the utopian landscape. And, luckily for you, we have a diverse portfolio listing the most exclusive properties all around this idyllic island. Whether you fancy settling in Palma's old town or somewhere else on the island, we offer expert advice on buying or renting your dream home. Don’t hesitate to contact us with any enquiry and, until then, as we say in Mallorca, bon profit, enjoy your (Michelin-starred) meal!
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