Bon Appetit

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• The Rosemallow read more ›
  (4 Paseo de Illetas, L'Auba Centre Local 1. Tel. 971 401 881)
  A great little venue for freshly prepared salads, baguettes, baked spuds and a mouth-watering selection of desserts, all served with a smile.
• American Diner read more ›
  (23 Calle San Magin. Tel. 971 736 222)
  If its home-made burgers and chilli fries you are after, this place is a must. Night owls: this place is perfect for that 5am burger.
• Café Varadero read more ›
  (Muele Viejo. Tel. 971 726 428)
  Jutting out to sea and boasting great views of the cathedral, this place is great for lunchtime snacks like salads, traditional Majorcan p'am b'oli (bread with olive oil) and tapas.
• Diablito read more ›
  (Locale 41 Puerto Portals & Porto Pi. Tel. 971 679 400)
  A wide variety of pizzas, fresh pasta dishes and salads, as well as moreish nachos and Tex-Mex meats with spicy sauces.
• Beewi read more ›
  (3 Paseo Mallorca. Tel. 971 956 052)
  This centrally located tapas bar serves fresh fare at very reasonable prices. Choose two dishes and a drink for €10.50, all served in sparkling clean, minimalist surroundings.
• Triangulo Dorado read more ›
  (153 Avenida Joan Miró. Tel. 971 405 147)
  A cheap and cheerful Chinese restaurant that also specialises in Japanese, Thai, Vietnamese and a bit of Korean cuisine, too. Order the dim-sum platter and Peking duck with crunchy spring onions.

• Living read more ›
  (47 Carrer Cotoner. Tel. 971 455 628)
  This modern restaurant with a warm and welcoming atmosphere boasts seasonal dishes with Spanish, Greek and Italian influences. Try the four-course chef's menu for €22 on Tuesday and Wednesday nights.
• Noah's read more ›
  (15 Plaza Progresso. Tel. 971 220 122)
  This trendy eatery specialises in Afghan cuisine, with rice and vegetarian dishes forming a large part of the menu.
• La Paloma read more ›
  (16 Apuntadores. Tel. 971 721 745)
  This international restaurant has been serving Majorcans for many years. Specialities include roast shoulder of lamb, barbecued ribs and marinated salmon.
• El Rancho read more ›
  (66 Plaza del Puente. Tel. 971 780 367)
  This Argentinean steakhouse specialises in quality cuts of beef cooked the traditional way over a charcoal grill.
• Rotana read more ›
  (4 Joan Massanet i Moragues. Tel. 971 293 845)
  Try something different at this Lebanese restaurant offering an extensive menu of vegetarian and meat dishes, served in traditional Middle Eastern-style décor.
• La Baranda read more ›
  (29 Carrer Sant Magi. Tel. 971 454 525)
  A well-established Italian restaurant run by the Farnocchia family in the heart of Palma's trendy Santa Catalina market area. In deference to their Italian-Scottish roots, the Fornocchia's import only the best Aberdeen Angus steaks, while their home-made desserts are to die for.

• Fernando's Utopia read more ›
  (Port Adriano, El Toro. Tel. 971 232 425)
  In the scenic port of El Toro, Utopia serves fresh Mediterranean cuisine such as stuffed lamb 'violet style' with purée of carrots and cinnamon, black 'sepia' rice and chicken stuffed with prawns and a hint of lime. Delicious!
• La Bodeguila read more ›
  (3 San Jaime. Tel. 971 718 274)
  Restaurant and wine cellar that boasts more than 3,500 bottles of wine and Champagne - the food is pretty good as well. House specialities include Segovian pig and ravioli stuffed with Majorcan meats.
• Anima Sea Lounge read more ›
  (17 Carrer Pins, Cala Estancia. Tel. 97 174 5437)
  A minimalist setting in which to enjoy maximum taste, the Lounge prepares Mediterranean-Asian fusion cuisine. Save some room for the amazing desserts.
• El Pato read more ›
  (Golf Club Son Vida. Tel. 971 791 500)
  The terrace offers superb views of the course while you dine on specialities likes salad with chanterelles, and bacon and saddle of stag with Armagnac sauce.
• Es Baluard read more ›
  (9 Porta Santa Catalina. Tel. 971 719 609)
  Your taste buds will be tantalised with Es Baluard's sampling menu including freshly cooked Mediterranean dishes such as hake fillet, Majorcan roast lamb stuffed with aubergines and spicy sobrasada sausage.
• La Poule Toquée read more ›
  (La Rambla . Tel. 971 713 596)
  The name may be French but the food is a delicious fusion of Mediterranean flavours. Try the frito Mallorquin, followed by the wonderful-and unusual-lobster lasagne, and the chocolate cake with shortbread if you have any room left!

• Es Fum read more ›
  (St Regis Mardavall Hotel, Passeig Calviá, Costa d'en Blanes. Tel. 971 629 629)
  This luxurious restaurant, set in the sumptuous surroundings of the five-star hotel, is the epitome of good taste. Specialities include the creative loin of venison with a masala nut-crust and sea bass on a ragout of beans and chorizo.
• El Olivar read more ›
  (20 Salida, No 19 Carretera Manacor, Llucmajor. Tel. 971 129 100)
  Mediterranean cuisine is served in the five-star Marriott Son Antem Hotel. Specialities include white tomato soup with crème fraiche, white port and baked mullet, and prawns with Asian vegetables.
• Reads Hotel read more ›
  (Santa Maria del Cami. Tel. 971 140 261)
  Legendary for its exquisite Michelin-starred dining. Arguably the best food and service on the island. Inspired dishes include braised Iberian pork with pumpkin, and delicious desserts such as caramelised pineapple and ginger lasagne.
• Es Vi read more ›
  (Castillo Hotel Son Vida, 2 Carrer Raixa, Son Vida, Palma. Tel. 971 493 493)
  Excellent on all levels: the food, the wine, the service and the setting. Try lobster pickled with trampó (tomato and green pepper salad) and cold cherry soup with fennel sorbet.
• Son Julia read more ›
  (Carretera S'Arenal-Lluchmajor, Lluchmajor. Tel. 971 669 700)
  About 25 minutes away from Palma you'll find the five-star Gran Hotel Son Julia, where well-known chef Jordi Calvache serves simple cuisine that fuses traditional elements with modern touches.
• El Jardin read more ›
  (Carrer Raixa, Palma. Tel. 971 790 000)
  On the fifth floor of the exclusive Hotel Son Vida, this five-star eatery boasts panoramic views and fantastic cuisine. Specialities include steak tartare, seafood lasagne and beef with sweet mustard sauce.

After Dark

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• Hostal Corona's read more ›
  (22 Josep Villalonga. )
  The tree-filled courtyard is the hottest venue for Palma's coolest people on a sultry summer evening. Abstract art installations and chill-out sounds create an ambience of relaxed chic.
• Las Terrazas Beach Club read more ›
  (52A Avenida Illetas. Tel. 971 401 031)
  One of the many chic beach clubs springing up across the island, Las Terrazas overlooks Balnear Beach, at Illetas, on the outskirts of Palma, combining the traditional concept of the chiringuito bar with an added touch of cool.
• Abaco read more ›
  (1 Carrer San Joan. Tel. 971 714 939)
  An institution in the city and probably one of the world's most romantic places to enjoy a cocktail.
• The Office Bar read more ›
  (2 Miguel Rossello i Alemany. Tel. 97 170 1409)
  On the outskirts of Palma, this watering hole is a favourite with expats, who come for the local and international beers, as well as the live sporting events.
• Cubitos read more ›
  (13 Fabrica, Santa Catalina. Tel. 971 902 586)
  This cocktail bar is the latest addition to Palma's trendy Santa Catalina district, a great place to enjoy some fantastic pre-dinner cocktails.
• Harry's Bar read more ›
  (4C Sant Gaietá. Tel. 971 724 872)
  Right in the heart of La Lonja, Harry's is a great place for a pre-club cocktail in luxurious surroundings.

• Sart Club read more ›
  (6 Plaza Del Angel, Inca. )
  With a variety of local and international acts, and most bands performing in English, you can catch some live music at Sart from 11pm, Thursday-Saturday.
• The Dubliner read more ›
  (37 Carrer Ramon de Moncada, Santa Ponsa. )
  This Irish pub on Santa Ponsa's busy strip boasts two live bands very night of the week, with performances from 9.30pm.
• Sa Posada del Bellver read more ›
  (Calle Bellver. )
  Serves imaginative food accompanied by live music every night. From flamenco to rock ballads, the music is as varied as the menu.
• Sala Assaig read more ›
  (16 Gremi Porgadors, Poligono Son Castello. )
  If you like your music loud and heavy, this venue regularly hosts local and international rock and punk bands.
• Cafè Barcelona read more ›
  (5 Carrer Dels Apuntadors. Tel. 971 713 557)
  Situated in the bustling La Lonja area of Palma, Cafè Barcelona offers live music seven nights a week, with everything from jazz, blues, and flamenco.
• Cafè Barcelona read more ›
  (5 Carrer Dels Apuntadors. Tel. 971 713 557)
  In the bustling La Lonja area of Palma, Café Barcelona offers live music seven nights a week-everything from jazz to blues and flamenco. Performances start at 10.30pm.

• Boomerang read more ›
  (Punta Bellena, Magaluf. )
  This loud and brash club is a huge hit with British tourists. The resident DJs play house, garage, R 'n' B, hip-hop and the venue regularly hosts live acts throughout the summer season.
• BCM read more ›
  (Avenida S'Olivera, Magaluf. )
  Majorca's biggest, brashest nightclub hosts some of Europe's top DJs, including Timo Maas and Paul van Dyk, while the BBC's Radio 1 also runs it's annual Six Weeks of Summer session here.
• Menta read more ›
  (Avenida Tucán, Port d'Alcúdia. Tel. 971 891 972)
  If you are staying in the north or fancy a trip out of town, this well-known club compares well with Palma's best. It has two DJs, seven bars, laser lights, a swimming pool and fabulous parties.
• Level read more ›
  (Paseo Maritimo. )
  Pulses to the sound of explosively energetic dance music, with a split-level terrace offering a welcome refuge when your own energy starts to flag.
• Gallery Club read more ›
  (3 Cordoba, Son Caliu, Palmanova. )
  This sumptuous club has the most comfortable bar stools you'll ever have the pleasure of sitting on. That and the best in national and international dance should make the 15-minute car journey from Palma well worth it.
• King Kamehameha read more ›
  (29 Paseo Maritimo, Palma. )
  This exclusive nightclub on Palma's seafront is a relatively new edition to the city's vibrant club scene. A warm and inviting atmosphere awaits those that can actually pronounce the name to a taxi driver!

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