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.

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.

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.

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.

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 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.”

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.

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.

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.

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.

One good reason to travel to this tourist-trodden area is Sa Capella, near San Antonio on the road to Santa Agnès. Expect high prices and tables of bronzed and beautiful VIP clients, who flock here more for the romantic atmosphere (classical music and candlelight) than for the reasonably good Spanish and international cuisine. Meals are served in an elegant vaulted converted 14th-century church or outside on a garden terrace. Try the garlic shrimp and order a top local vintage from the extensive wine list.

This Ibizan institution, run by the same husband and wife team for the past ten years, shows no signs of slowing down. The chef’s standard favorites include lobster salad, spit-roasted lamb, canard à l’orange and a range of desserts, from homemade sorbets to a divine charlotte au chocolat.