Bar at 1805, Ibiza, Spain

1805

Opened in 2012, this is an addition to the bustling area of Sa Penya (the old fisherman’s quarter) with its colorful bars, restaurants and clubs. It is French run, and celebrates the creation of absinthe, and the artists, writers and philosophers inspired by it. Every night kicks of with the serving of absinthe cocktails delivered in extravagant style.

Amante Ibiza

Built right into the cliff side, Amante Beach Club features three levels of table seating and beach cabanas with beautiful sea views.

Balafia

Family-run restaurant Balafia has been a favorite for tourists and locals alike for years. There is no menu, just a huge open grill with a choice of prime meats, French fries and the most divine tomato salad. Be sure to try the wonderful pollo payes (free-range, locally farmed chicken). Balafia is definitely a meat lover’s paradise, so it is probably not recommended for anyone who is not a real carnivore.

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Bar at Bambuddha Grove, Ibiza, Spain

Bambuddha Grove

Set back in a lush garden is the ultimate only-in-Ibiza dining spot for celebs and locals alike. Its owner, John Moon, goes from table to table nightly, spreading blessings of “peace and love.” Bambuddha started as a gathering place for Moon’s friends and morphed into a mini MediterrAsian village. In addition to serving fantastic vegetarian and Asian-fusion fare (try the Thai buffet), the complex has several lounge areas. You get cocktails on massive daybeds, Goa-inspired decor, incense, colored lights and mellow techno music, plus a hip clothes boutique, for an after-dinner spree. If you have only a few nights on the island, put this quintessentially Ibiza hangout on your priority list.

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Beach House

The Beach House comes from the same team behind El Chiringuito on Es Cavallet, so has a fantastic pedigree. It is located on the stunning Playa D’en Bossa, Ibiza’s equivalent of Miami’s South Beach. Beach House is more vibey in terms of musical elements and serves Italian cuisine.

Outdoor Lounge at Blue Marlin, Ibiza, Spain

Blue Marlin

The Blue Marlin beach club has become world-famous and now even has a sister club in Dubai. The drinks and food are fantastic, and the service is top notch. The top attraction, however, is the fabulous people watching.

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Cami de Balàfia

Locals swear by this casual outdoor grill, situated pretty much in the middle of nowhere, on the north side of the island. You dine on a terrace under a fig tree, where you’re served heaping platters of delicious barbecued meats cooked on an open wood fire with olive, almond and carob woods, which jazz up the flavor. There is no need to dress up: this spot is unpretentious and a genuine family-run Ibicenco address.

Exterior View - Can Cosmi, Ibiza, Spain

Can Cosmi

Can Cosmi is a small, family-run bar in the tiny hamlet of Santa Agnes, and specializes in the Spanish tortilla–an omelet of egg, onion and potatoes. It is the ideal place to eat after a lovely walk around the corona of Santa Agnes, the flat fields housing the area's famous almond trees. It is a very pretty place to visit to experience the simplicity of the rural northwest.

Bar at Can Pilot, Ibiza, Spain

Can Pilot

Local Ibizencan cuisine features a lot of meat, and this is what Can Pilot offers in abundance. Diners can serve themselves by ordering the specialty of ‘stoned beef,’ which you cook on hot coals in front of you. The local lamb offered at Can Pilot is also a favorite. It is a noisy and bustling restaurant and is always packed, usually with more locals than tourists. It is in a great location in the center of the island in the San Rafael village.

Can Pujol

Can Pujol is a local institution that has been around for decades. A family-run place, it is known locally for serving fantastic fresh seafood at the most reasonable prices on the island. Look left or south when you sit at your table to a stunning view. Don’t miss the exquisite local Ibiza red prawns and sea cucumbers.

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Cas Pages

The cuisine at Cas Pages is country cooking at its best. Meals are served in a big garden next to the vegetable patch (where much of what’s on your plate came from). The specialty here is copious portions of traditional dishes, like sofrit pagès (meat and potato stew) and arroz de matances (rice and pork). No credit cards. Open all year.

Pool at Cipriani, Ibiza, Spain

Cipriani

Cipriani has quickly established itself as the island’s power restaurant and is the first international brand to open in Ibiza. Perfectly positioned between the Gran Hotel, Lio and Pacha, this is a VIP dinner spot. The island’s most glamorous residents and visitors flock here to be seen and to be served eye-wateringly priced Italian food.

Aerial View - Destino, Ibiza, Spain

Destino

This offering from the same group that runs Pacha has the most spectacular views across the water to the old town and all the way to Formentera. Boasting an enormous lagoon style pool with a DJ stage, Destino delivers a scene that is glamorous and serene. It offers more sophistication than the Ushuaia raves, making this an ideal place for grown ups looking for a party.

El Bigote

Renowned for turning away the King of Spain when he did not have a reservation, this very local restaurant serves only one dish; the typical Ibizencan Bullit de Peix – saffron fish stew. Booking a table is absolutely essential for this charming place, which is situated on the rocks of the family beach Cala Mastella in the northeast of the island.

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Daybed at El Chiringuito on Es Cavallet,

El Chiringuito on Es Cavallet

El Chiringuito is a relatively recent addition to the lunch time Ibiza scene, and it is a welcome reprieve from the mainly Spanish beach restaurants. It is French-owned, so the menu is more European with some Asian elements. With a nod to St Tropez’s Club 55, this is a buzzy restaurant with a fabulous DJ who plays the perfect background “world beats.”

El Destino

This tapas establishment, just off the main plaza, is said to be the best on Ibiza, boasting more than forty options. They range from the breakfast-time classic of toasted bread rubbed with tomato and dribbled with oil to a variety of dishes with cheese, Iberian ham, chorizo and potatoes, plus a fantastic local wine list to wash it all down with. The restaurant is very inexpensive and open in the off-season.

Bar at El Lio, Ibiza, Spain

El Lio

If you only have time for one night out in Ibiza, head to this place. From the Pacha group, El Lio is a slick and stylish dinner and cabaret venue with a view. The performers are beautiful, and the food is wonderful.

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Food at El Olivo, Ibiza, Spain

El Olivo

It is hard to imagine a prettier setting than the old town of Dalt Vila where you will find the lovely French restaurant El Olivo. The charming spot serves smart and delicious French food in a beautifully lit setting. Most nights you’ll find the restaurant pleasantly crowded and full of authentic atmosphere.

Es Boldado

The mainly fish-centered menu is excellent at Es Boldado but the real attraction here is the view. The restaurant seems to hang impossibly on the side of the coast opposite the mysterious and very beautiful rock of Es Vedra, which is said to have magnetic powers.

Bar at Es Torrent, Ibiza, Spain

Es Torrent

Es Torrent is considered by many to serve the best fish in the Balearics. The food is taken so seriously at this chic restaurant that when you book your table, you order your main course, even if it is days in advance. The Baked San Pedro is off-the-charts delicious and a curiously delectable starter are the espardenyas (sea cucumbers) pan fried in garlic and oil.

Indagare Tip: Those who are dining at the restaurant can reserve a lounger for the afternoon.

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Outdoor Lounge at Es Xarcu,  Ibiza, Spain

Es Xarcu

Nestled on the rocks above the bay of Es Xarcu, this is a charmingly low-key restaurant with delicious food. Denton, a local white fish baked in salt is a specialty and the jamon iberico is the best on the island. Adults will happily spend a long lazy lunch here, while their kids explore the pebble beach next door.

Jondal

If, for some reason, you only have time for one meal in Ibiza, it must be Jondal. Having mastered barefoot luxury, the white concrete entrance feels like a yoga studio or trendy friend’s beach bungalow. It opens up to a private beach cove where wooden tables are shaded by low hanging trees and a separate lounge and bar area is set into the rocks. The minimalist decor allows the simple food (and sweeping ocean views) to really shine. Get the catch of the day for the table and white asparagus to share, all washed down with something off the extensive wine and cocktail list.

Catering to tourists and locals alike, the crowd is a mix of couples, groups of friends and multi-gen families. Unlike many other restaurants or beach clubs on the island, you won’t find a loud DJ—music here is a light, tribal beat to accompany the crashing waves. Everyone on staff is beautiful and dons a uniform of bohemian chic, neutral linens, many of which can be purchased at a boutique on site (trust me, you’ll be inspired).

Whether you come to spend the entire day at the beach club or just pop in for lunch or dinner, reservations are a must. All seating is directly on sand, so plan to wear appropriate footwear.

Launge At Juan y Andrea,Ibiza, Spain

Juan Y Andrea

Located right at the water’s edge on a paradisiacal strip of beach, Juan y Andrea is the place where the glitzy yachting crowd lunches on Catalan specialties. Try the fresh fish baked in salt or the lobster paella. Reservations are essential.

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Dinning Area at La Paloma, Ibiza, Spain

La Paloma

This very pretty garden restaurant is hidden away in the tiny village of San Lorenzo in the north of the island, and serves authentic Mediterranean cuisine made from the freshest ingredients. Reservations are recommended as the restaurant is an island favorite.

Los Enamorados

Located on the water, Los Enamorados boasts a local Mediterranean menu and beautiful sunset views. Advanced reservations are required.

Macao Café

A hip young daytime crowd frequents this Italian café (the same franchise as the Café Macao in Ibiza town), steps away from the church square. If you find yourself in the middle of the island, it’s a fun place for a light meal or a pizza.

Interiors  at Passion Café,  Ibiza, Spain

Passion Café

Passion Café is a seriously healthy stop for detoxing or a quick pick-me-up. Its menu is full of cold-pressed juices, delicious and vitamin-packed smoothies, and a huge range of creatively healthy options, many including raw food. There are a couple of well-located branches in Marina Bottafoch and on the Santa Eularia beachfront.

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