Gastronomic Recommendations for Mallorca

Discover the culinary essence of Mallorca through its local products, traditional markets and unique gastronomic experiences. This guide will help you explore the island at your own pace and according to your tastes.

1. Traditional dishes you should not miss
Mallorca offers an authentic Mediterranean cuisine full of flavour. We recommend trying:

  • Pa amb oli
  • Sobrasada
  • Frito mallorquín
  • Tumbet
  • Arroz brut
  • Cocarrois
  • Ensaimada, the island’s most iconic pastry

2. Local markets for fresh products
Mallorca has markets in practically every town on the island, where you can find fresh produce, local crafts and traditional gastronomy. Each town has its own market day, so you will always find one open during your stay.

To check which market takes place each day and in which location, you can visit the official updated website:

Markets in Mallorca
(Official tourism portal of Mallorca with the full calendar of markets by town.)

Some of the most popular markets include:

  • Mercat de l’Olivar (Palma): fish, tapas and gourmet products
  • Santa Catalina Market (Palma): authentic atmosphere and fresh food
  • Sineu Market: the oldest traditional market on the island
  • Pollença Market: local and artisanal products
  • Inca Market: a large weekly market with a wide variety of goods

3. Where to find restaurants in Mallorca
Instead of a fixed list, here are useful tools to discover all restaurants on the island, with filters for area, 
type of cuisine, ratings and photos:

These platforms keep information updated and let you choose according to your preferences.

4. Local wineries of Mallorca (with official websites)
Mallorca has more than 70 wineries across the island. Here are the main ones grouped by region:

Binissalem Area (DO Binissalem)

Pla i Llevant Area (DO Pla i Llevant)

Serra de Tramuntana

Llevant & Southeast

Central & Northern Mallorca

5. Local products worth discovering
Mallorca’s culinary culture goes beyond its restaurants. We recommend trying or taking home:

  • Mallorcan olive oil (DO Oli de Mallorca)
  • Sobrasada (IGP)
  • Artisanal cheeses
  • Mallorcan almonds
  • Artisanal jams and marmalades
  • Sea salt from Es Trenc
  • Wines from DO Binissalem and DO Pla i Llevant
  • Herbes de Mallorca, the island’s traditional herbal liqueur

You can find them in markets, gourmet shops, and local wine cellars.