5 Places in Palma That Locals Never Miss

Wondering where the locals hang out in Palma? Need a escape from the masses of tourists? Wanna enjoy local gastronomy and every-day life in Palma? If you answered ‘yes’ to one of these questions, keep an eye on this article! We will share with you a list with the 5 places in Palma that locals never miss.

  • Ca’n Joan de s’Aigo (Carrer de Ca’n Sanç, 10 07001). This local chain of cafés owns two other establishments in the city with the same name (Carrer del Baró Santa Maria del Sepulcre, 13 07012 – Carrer del Sindicat, 74 07002), but the one located in Ca’n Sanç was the first to open and it keeps the original essence from the XVIII century.Ca’n Joan de S’Aigo is one of the oldest chocolate cafeterías in Europe, and they have kept the original recipes for they homemade ice-cream. Fewer plans are more typical for locals than meeting at Ca’n Joan de S’Aigo and have a hot chocolate with ensaïmada. Their specialities are almond ice-cream, which is totally homemade, majorcan almond pie called ‘gató’ and ensaïmada, a traditional majorcan meal.
  • Es Vaixell (Carrer del Vicari Joaquim Fuster, 13 07006).  This small bar is situated in the little harbour of es Portitxol, within a few minutes by car or bike from the old town of Palma. Es Portitxol is one of the increasing tendency neighborhoods in the city due to its excellent location near the sea, reason why it is one of the must be places to hang out for locals. Es Vaixell is a small bar sea-facing popular for its ‘llonguets’, sandwiches made with a typical local bread. You will have the chance of tasting llonguets of sobrassada or camaiot, which are the most well-known. They also offer snacks and salads for lunch or dinner.
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Popular ‘llonguet’, a traditional local snack.
  • La Tortillería (Plaça de la Quartera, 1 07002). Its name comes from the Spanish word for omelette ‘tortilla’, and it is actually one of their main dishes: Spanish omelette. But La Tortillería is much more than this. Right in the centre of Quartera square, and behind the shopping area of Sindicat, you will find this small and cosy place. It is the perfect place to stop by after a shopping day in the city, to enjoy some beers with friends or to delight some of their delicious snacks.
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La Tortillería, in the old town of Palma.
  • Molta Barra (Carrer del Pes de la Farina, 12 07001). If you find yourself hanging out in the city on a Tuesday evening, to stop at Molta Barra is almost mandatory. It was one of the first bars to open in the oldest part of the city, and all the rest just followed them. They offer a varied amount of tapas that change pretty often, so you can’t find exactly the same ones twice, at a good price. Every Tuesday they have special offers for tapas and a glass of wine or beer.Molta barra is a hipster bar, decorated in a decadent style that invites you to have long talks and a cosy time with friends whilst you enjoy great music and a nice atmosphere.
  • Soho Bar (Avinguda Argentina, 5 07013). Located at the entrance of Santa Catalina neighborhood, Soho Bar is a great choice for a late drink or an after-work meeting. A cosy and intimate place decorated in a vintage style, where music is carefully well chosen and offer a varied types of beers different than the typical ones.

If you feel like discovering all these and much more other secret spots hidden in the city of Palma, we would highly recommend to plan your stay at the Kaleidoscopic Townhouse, a stylish and colorful villa with impressive views over the bay of Palma, and a singular patio with pool. In our location ‘Palma and Surroundings’, you will find other options in case Kaleidoscopic Townhouse doesn’t fit your requirements and that will also allow to discover in a comfortable way the city. We hope you enjoy our recommendations!