Menorca has a wide range of restaurants, thanks to the authenticity and charm of this Balearic island.
Fresh ingredients, a talented kitchen team, a focus on local culture and a restaurant atmosphere conducive to an enjoyable dining experience… These are the essential ingredients to find you the best restaurants. That’s what I’ve tried to do by sharing my recommendations with you in this article. Here you’ll find my reviews of the best restaurants to eat in Menorca.
Culinary discovery is an integral part of travel and the experience. And eating well, even on vacation, is essential in my opinion. So bon appétit!
Before my tips + photos, here are my favorites for Menorca:
My favorite platform to rent a car in Menorca: DiscoverCars
My favourite sea activity: transparent kayak
My favourite excursion in Menorca: a half-day catamaran trip
My favorite places to stay:
- Cala’n Porter, close to the village of Alaior – my favourite hotel: Osprey Menorca Hotel or view top rated hotels
- Port Mahon, the most convenient for exploring – my favourite hotel: Catalonia Mirador or view top rated hotels
- Cala Galdana, the liveliest – my favourite hotel: Ilunion Menorca Hotel or view top rated hotels
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Best restaurants in Menorca: my 3 favourites
There are plenty of good restaurants in Menorca to suit all tastes! In this article, I’ll give you my detailed opinions on each of the selected places. But I couldn’t resist sharing my favorite restaurants on the island with you right now:
- Restaurant at Hotel Rural Sant Ignasi: discover fine cuisine based on local produce in an idyllic country setting near Ciutadella,
- Restaurant Sa Lluna: enjoy tapas, pizzas, typical dishes by the pool in Cala Galdana, one of the island’s liveliest seaside resorts.
- Restaurant Arjau: dishes of character combining bistronomy and seafood in Port Mahon.
I created this guide totally independently. None of the restaurants have paid to be included. The suggestions are my own selection, based on my experience and research. But to be transparent, I will inform you that, of course, I have not eaten at all the establishments listed below.
Need to rent a car in Menorca?
My tips:
- Compare prices on my favorite platform: Discovercars.com – one of the best rated comparison sites!
- Don’t choose a car too large, since some roads are very narrow
- Consider their full coverage option – it for peace of mind!
- Book early to have a large choice of vehicles!
Best bistronomic restaurants in Menorca
1. Restaurant at the Hotel Rural Sant Ignasi in Ciutadella
Would you like to indulge in an enchanting setting on an agritourism estate? Hotel Rural Sant Ignasi’s restaurant, housed in a house dating back to 1777, serves refined dishes by the pool. The small menu guarantees fresh produce. Choose from fish, meat or vegetarian dishes, all cooked with finesse and respect for Menorca’s culinary traditions. Don’t hesitate to ask the sommelier for advice, as she was a great help in choosing from the numerous wine references. The service was impeccable, with a team of attentive staff.
I was able to enjoy my meal under the last rays of sunshine of the day, listening to the birds singing between the trees whose branches waltzed in the wind – pure happiness! The green outdoor spaces contrast with the mustard yellow of the buildings.
To extend the country experience, spend a night in this ancient finca!
- Location: Ciutadella.
- Type: bistronomic.
- Price range: between €15 and €45 per person (excluding drinks).
- Minorcan specialities: yes.
- Particularly suitable for children: yes.
- Booking required here.
2. Restaurant at the Hotel Menorca Experimental near Alaior
In the heart of Menorca’s 30-hectare vineyards, I fell in love with the Restaurant de l’Hôtel Menorca Experimental, which offers an agrotourism experience. The 19th-century building blends in perfectly with its natural surroundings. The setting is truly relaxing and inviting, with soft, light colors in the common areas. At the table, I delighted in the fresh air over a quality meal featuring local produce from the Minorcan region and Mediterranean cuisine. Fish, seafood, grilled meats… The dishes are as beautiful as they are delicious! After your meal, sit back and gaze at the infinity pool and the surrounding farmland. The place is so inspiring and soothing, you can almost let yourself be carried away into meditation.
To make this unforgettable moment last, you can log one or more nights in this exceptional location.
- Location: Alaior.
- Type: bistronomic.
- Price range: from €10 to €45 per person (excluding drinks).
- Minorcan specialities: yes.
- Particularly suitable for children: yes.
- Reservations required here.
Where to stay in Menorca?
I recommend staying either close to one of the 2 main towns, Ciutadella or Port Mahon, or in one of the charming little villages all over the island. You’ll enjoy good restaurants, typical markets and their picturesque atmosphere. For example, you could opt for:
- Hotel Gran Melia Villa Le Blanc Hotel in Santo Tomas – View photos & availability
- Hotel Catalonia Mirador des Port, overlooking the natural harbour of Mahon – View photos & availabilities
- Hotel Smoix Hotel, in the old town of Ciutadella – View photos and availability
3. Restaurant Primitiu in Ciutadella
Right in the heart of Ciutadella, not far from its nerve center, it’s in a rustic setting that the Restaurant Primitiu team welcomes you for a convivial moment. Stone walls, exposed beams and wooden furniture contrast with the white paint that lights up the main room. In this rustic restaurant, sample local specialties such as skate, white prawns or poultry gizzards. Step inside and enjoy the open-roof terrace. The menu is short and changes regularly, the cocktails are delicious, and the wine list is top-notch to match your food and tapas. Bon appétit!
- Location: Ciutadella.
- Type: bistronomic.
- Price range: between €20 and €40 per person (excluding drinks).
- Minorcan specialities: yes.
- Particularly suitable for children: no.
- Reservations required on Whatsapp +34.6.76.85.62.87.
4. Restaurant at the Hotel Smoix in Ciutadella
Just 2 steps from all the places of interest in Ciutadella, the island’s former capital and seat of the Diocese of Menorca, nestles the Hotel Smoix. This charming boutique hotel adopts a style that is at once meticulous, precious and rustic. A few succulents, paintings, antiques and old-fashioned telephones contrast with the soothing white walls. The promise of Hôtel Smoix? Good food and true relaxation. Settle into this haven of peace in the heart of the city, and sample distinctive Mediterranean dishes based on local Menorcan produce. Here, culinary excellence goes hand in hand with hospitality.
Want to spend more time in this charming hotel in the heart of the city? Book now!
- Location: Ciutadella.
- Type: bistronomic.
- Minorcan specialities: yes.
- Particularly suitable for children: yes.
- Booking required here.
Plan your trip to Menorca:
Best-of:
- 35 best things to do in Menorca
- Menorca’s most beautiful landscapes
- Menorca’s most beautiful villages and towns
- Best beaches in Menorca
- Menorca hidden gems
- Best museums in Menorca
- Best caves
- Best calas
- Markets in Menorca
- Best restaurants
Useful tips:
- Where to stay in Menorca
- Best luxury hotels in Menorca
- Best family hotels in Menorca
- Best boutique hotels
- Tips for driving in Menorca
- Renting a car in Menorca
- My itineraries in Menorca – coming soon
- Road trip in Menorca – coming soon
Towns:
- Port Mahon: Things to do – Best hotels
- Ciutadella: Things to do – Best hotels
Best seafood restaurants in Menorca
5. Restaurant Arjau in Port Mahon
Restaurant Arjau near the port of Mahon is an institution in the capital. It’s a must if you love seafood and paellas. Let yourself be carried away by Menorcan cuisine revisited with the finest local produce. Octopus and Catalan “botifarro” with pork, cod, monkfish, shrimp or Iberian chops are served on generous plates of paellas in copper dishes. The à la carte menu also features nearly thirty different wines from Minroque and Spain. Which will you choose to accompany your feast?
- Location: Port Mahon.
- Type: bistronomic.
- Price range: from €12 to €50 per person (excluding drinks).
- Minorcan specialities: yes.
- Particularly suitable for children: yes.
- Booking required here.
6. Mercat des Peix fish market in Port Mahon
The “Mercat des Peix”, or fish market in Catalan, is a mainstay of daily life in Port Mahon and embodies the soul and character of the town. I had the opportunity to spend a delightful time here, right next to the port. You’ll find a wide variety of seafood, shellfish, tapas, fresh fish, sandwiches, local beers and wines, all in a friendly atmosphere, whether you prefer to sit on the terrace or indoors. You can also opt for takeaway food before or after exploring the various stalls, each more appetizing than the last. For a quiet lunch with a seat, I recommend going around midday to avoid the crowds. Please note that the market is closed on Sundays.
- Location: Port Mahon.
- Type: market cuisine.
- Price range: from €5 to €35 per person (excluding drinks).
- Minorcan specialities: yes.
- Particularly suitable for children: yes.
- No reservation required.
7. Restaurant La Cantina in Port Addaia
Just a 15min drive from Port Mahon, I stopped off at Port Addaia to see its wind-protected cove, where numerous nautical activities are organized. On the marina, facing the moored boats and the sails stowed inside the masts, I sat down at the waterfront Restaurant La Cantina. It’s an ideal place to enjoy the calm and serenity of Menorca’s northern coves while savoring the day’s catch. The attentive staff and fresh dishes are a guarantee!
- Location: Port Addaia.
- Type: Brasserie.
- Price range: from €14 to €40 per person (excluding drinks).
- Minorcan specialities: yes.
- Particularly suitable for children: yes.
- Bookings can be made on +34 971 35 85 33.
8. Restaurant Es Cranc in Fornells
In Fornells, on Menorca’s north coast, Restaurant Es Cranc does honor to this small fishing village. This Michelin-starred restaurant is known for its lobster stew and rustic setting. The menu features several dishes with Mediterranean flavors, and seafood takes pride of place, in keeping with the island’s cuisine and traditions.
- Location: Fornells.
- Type: bistronomic.
- Price range: between €15 and €75 per person (excluding drinks).
- Minorcan specialities: yes.
- Particularly suitable for children: no.
- Booking can be made here.
My favourite activity in Menorca
I highly recommend the Binibeca: guided transparent kayak tour.
In just 2 hours, you’ll experience an unforgettable moment: a glimpse of the turquoise waters without diving, in the magical coves, caves and beach of Binibeca.
Best restaurants and tapas bars in Menorca
9. Restaurant Sa Lluna in Cala Galdana
Going to Menorca without tasting the local tapas was inconceivable to me, especially when discovering the island’s local produce. The Restaurant Sa Lluna in the seaside resort of Cala Galdana in the south of Menorca was a pleasant surprise. In a subdued setting beside a pool lit up by spotlights, I enjoyed the musical atmosphere. Artichokes with cheese, baked broad beans and goat’s cheese, garlic brioche bread – everything was delicious. If you like pizzas, there are all kinds on the menu, and the portions are generous. As for drinks, there’s a choice of juices, cocktails (including the famous local “pomada” made with gin and lemon) and wines by the glass or bottle. Cheers!
- Location: Cala Galdana.
- Type: tapas bar.
- Price range: between €10 and €20 per person (excluding drinks).
- Minorcan specialities: yes.
- Particularly suitable for children: no.
- Booking required here.
10. Restaurant at the Hotel Loar in Ferreries
The Restaurant of the Hotel Loar Ferreries opens its doors to you to enjoy traditional Menorcan cuisine. Charcuterie, famous Mahon Minorca cheese AOP, mussels in breadcrumbs, patatas bravas… I was served and I enjoyed myself at a low price! You’ll also find a wide variety of à la carte dishes based on local produce. The atmosphere is both festive and summery on the outdoor terrace near one of the village squares. Once you’ve finished your meal, take the time to stroll along the pedestrian streets to the white-and-yellow-fronted church.
If you want to soak up more of this picturesque atmosphere, spend a night there to discover the charm of Ferreries. Did you know that this village was built in the 14th century and is home to Menorca’s geological museum?
- Location: Ferreries.
- Type: brasserie.
- Price range: between €5 and €20 per person (excluding drinks).
- Minorcan specialities: yes.
- Particularly suitable for children: no.
- Booking possible here.
11. Restaurant Bodega Amano in Port Mahon
In one of the capital’s busiest pedestrian streets, push open the door of the Bodega Amano restaurant and tapas bar in Port Mahon. The promise of this establishment? Refinement, finesse and taste in both cuisine and service! Do you prefer chorizo croquettes or shrimp tartare? Eggplant with honey or cheese platters including the famous Mahon Minorca PDO? Iberian ham or olives?
With these tapas plates to share, you’ll have the choice between fresh juice or homemade sangria, a “pomada” cocktail based on Gin Xoriguer (Mahon), an island specialty, a glass of Minorcan wine grown in plots surrounded by dry walls that give them that character on the palate. In short, a pleasant moment of sharing is guaranteed at this table renowned for its tapas and warm welcome.
- Location: Port Mahon.
- Type: tapas bar.
- Price range: from €10 to €45 per person (excluding drinks).
- Minorcan specialities: yes.
- Particularly suitable for children: no.
- Booking required here.
12. Restaurant Ca’s Pintor in Es Castell
In the charming village of Es Castell (one of my favorites in Menorca), a 15-minute drive from Port Mahon, make a detour to Ca’s Pintor restaurant and bar. You won’t want to miss it, with its magenta-red walls and small terrace overlooking the gently sloping street. A warm atmosphere where a few regulars have taken up residence in this local neighborhood bistro. On the menu: Serrano or Iberian ham, baguette and cheese, tortilla, meat in sauce, chicken curry, andalusian calamari. To share on the spot or to take away, this is an address to keep if you’re passing through this pretty fishing village. The establishment is also a “churreria”, specializing in the famous churros. Enjoy your meal!
- Location: Es Castell.
- Type: tapas bar.
- Price range: between €4 and €15 per person (excluding drinks).
- Minorcan specialities: yes.
- Particularly suitable for children: no.
- Reservations can be made by telephone on +34 971 48 31 15.
Best family restaurants in Menorca
13. Restaurant at the Hotel Barcelo Nura in Biniancolla
If you’re looking for a family-friendly restaurant in the east of Menorca, just a 20-minute drive from the airport and the capital Port Mahon, you’ll love the Barcelo Nura Hotel. The design is soothing, using curves and undulations to create an atmosphere of comfort and relaxation. Then head to the buffet restaurant, which overlooks a lap pool. The advantage of this establishment: a wide variety of hot and cold regional dishes, desserts to suit all tastes and the option of unlimited refills. Enough to please young and old alike. All in the friendly atmosphere of this 5-star resort.
Want to extend the experience? You can stay one or more nights at the Barcelo Nura Hotel to enjoy it for longer.
- Location: Biniancolla.
- Type: brasserie.
- Price range: between €20 and €40 per person (excluding drinks).
- Minorcan specialities: yes.
- Particularly suitable for children: yes.
- Reservations required on +34 971 57 17 00.
14. Restaurant at Hotel Jeni in Es Mercadal
Are you planning to visit the village of Es Mercadal and it’s time for lunch? Stop off at the Restaurant de l’Hôtel Jeni to enjoy generous, seasonal cuisine based on regional produce. A variety of salads, hot meat or chicken dishes and vegetarian options will delight young and old alike. The team in the dining room will do their utmost to make your meal a success. Special attention is paid to families. Need a high chair or a dish for younger children? The restaurant will adapt to your requests to make mealtime with the little ones as easy as possible. So relax, enjoy your meal, and when it’s over, climb to the top of Monte Toro, just a 10-minute drive from this charming hotel.
To extend this moment of calm in the heart of this inland village, you can also stay here for one or more nights.
- Location: Es Mercadal.
- Type: brasserie.
- Price range: between €10 and €25 per person (excluding drinks).
- Minorcan specialities: yes.
- Particularly suitable for children: yes.
- Booking recommended here.
Need to rent a car in Menorca?
My tips:
- Compare prices on my favorite platform: Discovercars.com – one of the best rated comparison sites!
- Don’t choose a car too large, since some roads are very narrow
- Consider their full coverage option – it for peace of mind!
- Book early to have a large choice of vehicles!
Best healthy restaurants in Menorca
15. Restaurant Margot Locanda in Ciutadella
Gourmet, colorful plates with fresh ingredients and vegan options? It’s possible, and that’s what you’ll find at Restaurant Margot Locanda in the old town of Ciutadella, Menorca. Chef Massimo Mauri’s creativity is evident in his cuisine with Mediterranean touches. Relax in the shade inside or on the pleasant terrace overlooking the historic pedestrian streets of this surprising town in the west of Menorca. Like a musical score, the chef composes his dishes to give them a festive air. On the menu: burrata and watermelon “panzanella” bread, artichokes with parmesan and tuna “mojama” or Menorcan-style beef tartare. The restaurant also offers Minorcan meat burgers and homemade pasta in all its forms, with side dishes and seasonings to suit all tastes. Round off your well-balanced meal with a sweet treat from among the desserts prepared on site, such as tiramisu, banana cake or crème brûlée.
- Location: Ciutadella.
- Type: market cuisine.
- Price range: from €6 to €30 per person (excluding drinks).
- Minorcan specialities: yes.
- Particularly suitable for children: yes.
- Reservation can be made here.
16. Restaurant Es Tast de Na Silvia in Ciutadella
Chef Sílvia Anglada opens the doors of Na Silvia’s Restaurant Es Tast in the historic heart of Ciutadella. Her husband Antoni Tarragó is chef de salle. The only restaurant in the Balearic Islands certified as a “slow food” restaurant to promote ecogastronomy and alternative consumption, this establishment reveals the secrets of traditional Menorcan cuisine, handed down for generations. The couple are passionate about what they do, and will pass on to you the art of living on this warm, unspoilt island. The menu, conceived with taste and attention to detail, changes daily, according to what’s available in season from local suppliers. A place where you’ll appreciate the warmth of the welcome, the finesse of the dishes and the works on display in the dining room by artist Marc Jesus.
- Location: Ciutadella.
- Type: bistronomic.
- Price range: between €20 and €40 per person (excluding drinks).
- Minorcan specialities: yes.
- Particularly suitable for children: no.
- Bookings by telephone on +34 649 41 36 35.
17. Catedral Cafe tearoom in Ciutadella
Are you tempted to have breakfast or a gourmet salad in front of the majestic Santa Maria Cathedral in Ciutadella? Visit the Catedral Cafe on the Plaza de la Catedral, indoors or on the terrace. Hot drinks, freshly squeezed juices, smoothies, açaí, pastries, pastries of the day, cinnamon rolls, carrot cake, dried fruit and vegan cookies, homemade jam or cheese, you’ll have an original and varied choice to start your day full of energy. Feel like stopping by for lunch? Filled salads, focaccia, sandwiches, salmon, sun-drenched vegetables, charcuterie and cheese from local farms… What will you choose?
- Location: Ciutadella.
- Type: canteen tea room.
- Minorcan specialities: yes.
- Particularly suitable for children: yes.
- No reservation necessary.
Best tearooms for afternoon tea in Menorca
Minorca’s Mediterranean climate can sometimes be hot, so a good ice cream will be most welcome! For snack time (which is sacred, especially on vacation), here are some of my suggestions.
18. Ambrosia artisan ice-cream maker in Port Mahon
During my stroll through Mahon’s old town, I made a detour to Ambrosia, one of the town’s best artisan ice cream shops, to savor an authentic Italian ice cream. You’ll find Italian-style ice cream cones or pots with flavors as original as they are delicious! Lavender, citrus, violet, vanilla, pistachio… some refreshing, others more classic, but always delicious. Yummy!
- Location: Port Mahon.
- Type: artisan ice cream maker.
- Price range: between €2 and €5 per person (excluding drinks).
- Minorcan specialities: yes.
- Particularly suitable for children: yes.
- No reservation required.
19. Glacier Sa Gelateria in Ciutadella and Fornells
For a delicious and refreshing moment, opt for an ice cream from artisanal ice cream maker Sa Gelateria. Dozens of flavors await you in cones or jars, including all the great classics. Some are more original than others, such as lactose-free chocolate, lemon ginger or rum raisin. You can also try Menorca’s famous gin with lemonade, the island’s famous “pomada” cocktail.
- Location: Ciutadella And Fornells.
- Type: artisan ice cream maker.
- Price range: between €3 and €5 per person (excluding drinks).
- Minorcan specialities: yes.
- Particularly suitable for children: yes.
- No reservations possible.
20. Tot Bo tea room in Ciutadella
For a gourmet snack near Plaça de Senplaxada, take a break at the Tot Bo tearoom. Take the time to choose your pastry of the day from the window, or a frozen dessert. Would you prefer fresh juice, “pomada” or a hot drink to accompany these sweet treats?
If you’re with the family, you’ll see the children’s play areas on the square just 2 steps from the tea room, where your little ones can enjoy themselves after a snack. The Tot Bo tearoom is also a little canteen for eating on the go.
- Location: Ciutadella.
- Type: canteen tea room.
- Price range: between €5 and €10 per person (excluding drinks).
- Minorcan specialities: yes.
- Particularly suitable for children: yes.
- Reservations can be made by telephone on +34 971 38 62 50.
Other restaurants where to eat in Menorca
Osprey Street food truck in Cala’n Porter
Adjacent to the charming Hotel Osprey Menorca where I had the pleasure of staying in Cala’n Porter, I passed the establishment’s food-truck open to the public. Gourmet, homemade burgers, hot dogs and vegetarian options are on offer from this nomadic kitchen. Benches to sit on, high chairs and recycled barrels to serve as tables are set up in this sun-sheltered space. Eat on the go, facing the imposing cliffs of Cala’n Porter cove and beach, which in my opinion is the most beautiful and pleasant in the whole of Minoque!
- Location: Cala’n Porter.
- Type: food-truck.
- Price range: between €9 and €15 per person (excluding drinks).
- Minorcan specialities: yes.
- Particularly suitable for children: yes.
- No reservations possible.
Restaurant Sa Posada on Monte Toro
After admiring the exceptional, panoramic views over the island of Menorca from the top of Monte Toro, I went to visit the peaceful sanctuary and discovered the Sa Posada Restaurant next door. It’s a good option if you decide to climb to the top of this highest mountain on the island and stop off for a few hours. This family-run establishment offers a generous menu based on local specialities. Choose from lobster, grilled Menorcan meat, calamari and cooked fish. All in an attractive setting, with quality cuisine and reasonable prices. There’s also a menu for your children!
- Location: Monte Toro near Es Mercadal.
- Type: brasserie.
- Price range: between €15 and €25 per person (excluding drinks).
- Minorcan specialities: yes.
- Particularly suitable for children: yes.
- Bookings can be made here.
Where to stay in Menorca?
I recommend staying either close to one of the 2 main towns, Ciutadella or Port Mahon, or in one of the charming little villages all over the island. You’ll enjoy good restaurants, typical markets and their picturesque atmosphere. For example, you could opt for:
- Hotel Gran Melia Villa Le Blanc Hotel in Santo Tomas – View photos & availability
- Hotel Catalonia Mirador des Port, overlooking the natural harbour of Mahon – View photos & availabilities
- Hotel Smoix Hotel, in the old town of Ciutadella – View photos and availability
Plan your trip to Menorca:
Best-of:
- 35 best things to do in Menorca
- Menorca’s most beautiful landscapes
- Menorca’s most beautiful villages and towns
- Best beaches in Menorca
- Menorca hidden gems
- Best museums in Menorca
- Best caves
- Best calas
- Markets in Menorca
- Best restaurants
Useful tips:
- Where to stay in Menorca
- Best luxury hotels in Menorca
- Best family hotels in Menorca
- Best boutique hotels
- Tips for driving in Menorca
- Renting a car in Menorca
- My itineraries in Menorca – coming soon
- Road trip in Menorca – coming soon
Towns:
- Port Mahon: Things to do – Best hotels
- Ciutadella: Things to do – Best hotels
All my advice in this article was put into words with the help of Myriam.
