Restaurant Guide for Cycling Gourmets on Mallorca
The Finca Hotel READS on Mallorca is just a few minutes' drive from the centre of Palma, in the rural village of Santa Maria del Camí. This handsome country hotel is home to an excellent restaurant and bistro, a go-to spot for hungry cyclists and cycling holidaymakers. The location is also ideal for incentive trips or group cycling holidays. From Reads Finca Hotel you're at the foot of the Tramuntana mountains within minutes, the perfect starting point for unforgettable cycling trips.
The Nassau Beach Club in Portixol, set between Palma's harbour promenade and the exclusive Portixol district, serves fusion food and international cuisine at the highest level. Long established on Ibiza, this beach restaurant can now also be found in a relaxed setting on Mallorca. The view of the cathedral, the marina and the beautiful Bay of Palma instantly conjures up that holiday feeling: pure luxury right on the beach.
Tristan — arguably the island's most famous restaurant, in Puerto Portals, offers gourmet dining at the very highest level and has for years ranked among the best-visited establishments in premium gastronomy. The new terrace with lounge area is perfect for light snacks during the day. If you're looking for celebrities on Mallorca, this is the place to catch an autograph. The island capital of Palma is just five minutes away, and the western Mediterranean's most exclusive megayachts are anchored right in front of you.
The chic ZHERO restaurant is located in the boutique 'Zhero' hotel in Illetas, not far from the royal residence at Marivent. Alongside tapas dishes you'll also find international cuisine in a modern setting. A weekly brunch and an extensive barbecue round off the dining offer at this design hotel. The setting is ideal for bike tours and cycling excursions.
The Portixol Hotel and Restaurant is one of the finest boutique hotels on Mallorca. At the marina of Portixol, this elegant restaurant sits right on the front with a wonderful view of Palma's harbour promenade. From here you can walk the whole length of the Playa de Palma, all the way to the harbour of S'Arenal or to the cruise-ship berths along Palma's Passeig Marítim. This restaurant and hotel, with its Swedish owners, delights guests with excellent staff and a consistently varied, high-quality menu. Within just a few minutes you can reach both the airport and Palma's old town by taxi. The fresh sea breeze with its dreamy views is always worth a trip. Portixol and Es Molinar are among the most fashionable districts of Palma.
La Concha Portals — Trattoria Italiana. This restaurant is one of our insider tips for gourmet dining at the highest level. This Italian restaurant thrives on the passion of its owners. Corrado Gamba runs the restaurant along the harbour of Puerto Portals, the exclusive upmarket resort in the south-west of Mallorca. A chef who has taught cooking to chefs in the world's finest Italian restaurants delights the palate with Italian delicacies.