FORMENTERA RESTAURANTS

Discovering Formentera’s best restaurants and tastiest dishes.

In the beautiful setting of the island of Formentera, there are numerous restaurants where you can enjoy excellent dishes and spend pleasant moments. From the most exclusive locations, where you will be enchanted by the care and sophistication of the place, to the more spartan establishments that evoke hippy atmospheres, the island is a kaleidoscope of opportunities.

Like any self-respecting tourist resort, the gastronomic offer is wide: you can eat fresh fish or meat from Argentina, paella, sushi or the inevitable Neapolitan pizza. In addition to the sea, the taste experience will be at the centre of your holiday.
Whether it is your first time on the island or you are a regular, they are all worth trying! Below is a list of the best restaurants in Formentera.

Where to eat in Formentera

chezz gerdi

CHEZZ GERDI: by far one of the best restaurants in Formentera. Located in Es Pujols, along the wooden boardwalk that leads to Punta Prima, this place was the oldest bar on the beach. Today it is an exclusive location that enjoys a priceless sea view. The staff is composed of expert chefs, sommeliers and scrupulous waiters: under the leadership of general manager Claudio, at Chezz Gerdi your dreams come true.

The most glamorous aperitifs in Formentera are held on the outdoor terrace. The hippie van located in front of the entrance is famous and much photographed. Inside there is also an exclusive boutique. The cuisine blends traditional Italian and Spanish dishes and offers local proposals cleverly reinvented. High price. Tel.: +34 648020106

ritmo-formentera

RITMO FORMENTERA: the restaurant was born in July 2021 from the mind of Alvaro Reinoso, a visionary entrepreneur who, in 2014, won a Michelin star for his Spanish restaurant in Manhattan. Located in the centre of Sant Ferran, this magical place offers a high-level culinary experience. The location, with great attention to detail, is the result of a careful selection of materials from various parts of the world.

The cuisine, typically Mediterranean, offers raw materials that are always fresh, reworked into creative and sophisticated dishes. In addition to dinner, you can enjoy excellent cocktails on the scenic terrace located on the first floor of the restaurant. Medium-high price. Tel: +34 971328056

caterina formentera

CATERINA: located just after Es Calò, along the road leading to La Mola, this restaurant offers a truly fantastic location. Immersed in the Mediterranean scrub you will taste refined dishes presented in an excellent manner.

We recommend trying the decomposed beef tartare and the presa iberica in reduction wine. The professionalism and friendliness of the owners Antonio and Enzo is renowned. Absolutely not to be missed during a stay on the island.. Medium-high price. Tel.: +34 971327472

can carlos

CAN CARLOS: located in Sant Francesc, it is one of the most elegant and trendy restaurants in Formentera. Its owner, the young Francesco Manzoli, is a brilliant and cosmopolitan entrepreneur. At Can Carlos you will breathe refinement and cordiality, taste dishes prepared exclusively with the best raw materials and experience a real culinary experience.

The location is treated in detail, a magnificent dehor, lit up like a starry sky, will literally make you fall in love with this place. Recommended to book. High price. Tel.: +34 971322874

CASANITA – CANTINA Y PESCADO: located in Es Pujols, it is a must stop for food lovers. All dishes are based on fresh products and the catch of the day is often included in their tasting menu, which we recommend you try. Special and flavorful combinations will make you come back here year after year.

Attentive service and prices in line with the island’s restaurants. Ideal for couples and groups of friends. Booking recommended. Medium-high price. Tel.: +34 679217310

malaguena formentera

MALAGUEÑA: present since 2021 in place of the restaurant “Can Gavinu”, it is located on the outskirts of Sant Francesc. It is a cosy and romantic place, thanks to the garden and the well-kept decoration. The house speciality is undoubtedly grilled meat, and the idea of heating the meat to your liking with the braziers that are brought to the table is nice.

Excellent selection of meats, from Wagyu to Rubia Gallega or Black Angus. Valet parking is very convenient. Reservations are necessary. Medium-high price. Tel: +34 641953905

a mi manera formentera

A MI MANERA: this restaurant located on the road to Cala Saona is a real enchanted garden. You will dine under a roof of stars wrapped in an elegant and relaxed atmosphere at the same time. Here most of the raw materials come from the restaurant’s vegetable garden and the fish is always fresh.

The service is impeccable and the wine list well assorted. Recommended to book, ideal for a romantic dinner. High price. Tel.: +34 648785598

bocasalina formentera

BOCASALINA: it is one of the best restaurants in Formentera and is located on the Es Pujols seafront. Elegant and refined, here the attention to the client and the service offered are undoubtedly excellent. It offers a menu of both meat and seafood and every dish is studied in detail. The wine list is wide, able to satisfy even the most demanding palates.

Beautiful sea view. Recommended to book, ideal for a romantic dinner. Medium-high price. Tel.: +34 971329113

es moli de sal

ES MOLÌ DE SAL: elegant restaurant located near the beach of Ses Illetes. Housed in an old mill, it is one of the most chic places in Formentera. The splendid terrace that overlooks the sea is the destination of many celebrities who never fail to attend this exclusive place. Es Molì de Sal is probably the best location in all of Formentera competing with the equally famous Chezz Gerdi restaurant.

The dishes are refined and the prices adjusted to the proposal. Also recommended for an aperitif. High price. Tel.: +34 971187491

la cava formentera

LA CAVA: typical Spanish restaurant located on the promenade of Es Pujols. It is very colorful and evocative: the wall that surrounds it outside is decorated with numerous colored shutters and, climbing up a small ladder, you can dine on a small but delightful terrace facing the sea.

Run by Spaniards, it offers excellent fish cuisine at reasonable prices. Absolutely to try seafood paella and grilled fish. It does not accept telephone reservations, once you arrive you must put yourself on the waiting list. Medium price. Tel.: +34 665244977

la mariterranea formentera

LA MARITERRANEA: if you want to eat a delicious paella you have to come here. Located in the pedestrian street of Sant Ferran, this place, not very big, is specialized in paella: you will find all kinds, from the traditional one to the squid ink (superb if accompanied by the aioli sauce).

Thanks to the experience of the two owners, who do their utmost to offer the highest quality, each dish will be explained and proposed without artifice. The quality of the rice and the relaxed atmosphere will win you over. Also try the unusual proposal with bacon and mushrooms. Do not overdo it and leave room in the belly for the tasty cheesecake. It is also essential to book a few days in advance. Medium price. Tel.: +34 674274298

es calo restaurant

ES CALÓ RESTAURANT: this restaurant, located in the village of the same name, offers a beautiful view of the sea. It is possible to dine on the large terrace and the cuisine includes numerous proposals of fresh fish. The service is attentive and never intrusive.

Also frequented by those who live the island by boat, there is an efficient tender service. Recommended to book in high season. High price. Tel.: +34 971327311

can rafalet formentera

CAN RAFALET: located next to the hotel of the same name, it is located in village of Es Calò. Its strength lies in the wonderful terrace overlooking the sea from which you can admire one of the most beautiful views of the whole island. The service is fast and courteous. Try the Galician style octopus and the St. Peter’s fish fillet.

It is advisable to book at least a couple of days in advance if you wish to have dinner with a sea view table. Medium price. Tel.: +34 971327077

pinatar formentera

PINATAR: typical Spanish restaurant located in the centre of Es Pujols. Very nice location, thanks to the simply furnished courtyard, which allows you to dine under a roof of stars. Both paella and grilled fish are recommended. If you want to taste some tapas, Pinatapas is next to the entrance of the restaurant.

Very interesting also the fact that they also do home delivery service. For those who want to dine at home as if they were in a restaurant. Medium price. Tel.: +34 971328137

CA NA PEPA: located near the main square of Sant Francesc, this restaurant is furnished with taste and originality. In addition to the outdoor patio, which will entice you to relax away from the scorching sun of Formentera, there is a beautiful internal garden where you can have lunch in the shade of a fig tree. The menu offers fresh pasta and excellent quality fish. Do not miss the desserts.

The name means “the house of Pepa” and refers to the dane of the former owners. Also open for breakfast and brunch. Medium-high price. Tel.: +34 608576060

QUARTIERI SPAGNOLI: Neapolitan pizzeria opened in 2013, is located in a secluded street a few steps from the square of Sant Ferran. In addition to the ground floor there is a splendid terrace with a few tables that enjoy a view of the town square.

The proposed pizzas are all designed by the Neapolitan chef who leaves nothing to chance. Worthy of note is the Margheritona pizza with crust stuffed with ricotta. Absolutely the best pizzeria in Formentera. Pleasant and dynamic environment. Reservations are recommended. Medium price. Tel.: +34 609415350

FONDA PEPE: among the restaurants of Formentera, it is considered a real institution! Located in the pedestrian area of Sant Ferran, near the central square, it is cheap and very popular even after dinner for a beer with friends. In the 1960s it was the destination of many island hippies who loved to spend their evenings in front of this place; even now you can breathe a simple and informal atmosphere.

Unfortunately reservations are not accepted and it is the norm to do a bit of queue at the entrance. Cuisine and service are friendly. Low-medium price. Tel.: +34 971328033

pelayo formentera

PELAYO: having lunch in this place is a real life experience. Located along Playa de Migjorn, it is a very spartan chiringuito famous for the great Sunday paella: a team of chefs work tirelessly to create a paella that can feed around 200 people! Arrive early and don’t miss this show absolutely.

The environment is very informal and the atmosphere is festive. Order even a litre of sangria and indulge in one of the most beautiful Sundays of your life. We recommend booking. Low-medium price. Tel.: +34 669984008

sa platgeta formentera

SA PLATGETA: located along the magnificent Migjorn beach, it enjoys a magnificent sea view. If you are looking for an authentic and spartan place, then Sa Platgeta is for you. Like so many other restaurants in Formentera, it is run by Spaniards and offers traditional dishes and plenty of fresh fish.

The location is wonderful: eat in the pine forest, surrounded by the scents of the island. The service is courteous and fast. Recommended for groups of friends. Medium price. Tel.: +34 971187614

es codol foradat formentera

ES CODOL FORADAT: is located in the long and wild Migjorn beach, exactly at Km. 8.9. This Spanish restaurant has a magnificent beachfront location and serves traditional dishes. The environment is informal and the atmosphere very pleasant. We recommend trying it both at lunch and dinner to enjoy the spectacle of nature: by day a crystal clear sea full of nuances, in the evening in the moonlight.

Among the dishes offered, we recommend paella with lobster. From 2020 it is under the management of Catalan star chef Nandu Jubany. Medium-high price. Tel.: +34 971328281

sa palmera formentera

SA PALMERA: Spanish restaurant located on the promenade of Es Pujols, it is ideal for those wishing to continue the evening browsing the numerous stalls of the adjacent market. Spartan restaurant, with essential furnishings, offers simple and well executed dishes. The portions are plentiful and, in the large menu, we recommend the fried musky octopus (chopitos) and fresh sardines available only on Tuesdays and Fridays.

It doesn’t accept reservations. Ideal for those who want to enjoy a great meal and are not looking for an elegant restaurant. Recommended also for lunch, thanks to the wonderful sea view. Monday closed. Low-medium price. Tel.: +34 971328356

macondo formentera

MACONDO: this pizzeria (but also restaurant) with a cheerful and spartan atmosphere is located in the heart of Sant Ferran and has been in existence since the early nineties. f you want to have a good time and be in good company, this is the ideal place. It is undoubtedly one of the cheapest restaurants in Formentera. Since 2018 there is also Macondo Punta Prima, located between Es Pujols and Sant Ferran.

There are numerous outdoor tables where, in addition to eating an excellent pizza (large and thin), you can easily make new acquaintances. The service is quick and always smiling. Low-medium price. Tel.: +34 638317033

can pascual formentera

CAN PASCUAL: restaurant located in Es Calò, has recently been renovated in its furnishings; it offers Spanish cuisine and many fish dishes. The beautiful internal courtyard is treated in detail, you will eat wrapped in the scent of maritime pines and you will be served and advised by the very efficient staff.

We recommend paella and mixed grilled fish. The artisan hierbas served at the end of the meal is also excellent. Medium price. Tel.: +34 971327014

can carlitos formentera

CAN CARLITOS: located in La Savina, comes from the fantasy of the chef Nandu Jubany. In a suggestive location where you can admire a fantastic sunset, here you will delight your taste buds with a typical Spanish formula: tapas.

You can taste them in many different ways, all masterfully executed by Nandu Jubany, a renowned Catalan chef. The balance between traditional cuisine and innovative combinations will leave you speechless. Medium-high price. Tel.: +34 971322570

s'avaradero formentera

S’AVARADERO: located in a magnificent location, on the promenade of Es Pujols, this restaurant enjoys a beautiful panoramic view. Run by islanders, it offers traditional dishes but also an excellent meat proposal.

In the varied menu, we recommend the mixed grilled meat that will allow you to taste different cuts, all of excellent quality. Very popular, booking is recommended especially if you want to dine on the terrace. Medium-high price. Tel.: +34 971329043

juan y andrea formentera

JUAN Y ANDREA: located on the beach of Ses Illetes, it is probably among the most chic and fashionable restaurants in Formentera. Opened as early as 1971, when there was still no road and people only came here by sea, it is still very popular with those who get to know the island on board their boats; it is no coincidence that the tender service is one of the most requested.

It is here that you can easily meet VIPs and celebrities of all kinds. Open only for lunch. Great location, but the value for money is certainly not the best. High price. Tel.: +34 630258144

el mirador formentera

EL MIRADOR: located in an enviable position, as the name suggests, it has the advantage of having a large terrace from which to enjoy a wonderful panoramic view of the island. It is located on the slope to go to El Pilar de la Mola and is run by Spaniards.

Among the many dishes, we recommend the excellent fish paella, to avoid spaghetti with clams. Interesting the dessert menu thanks to the presence of some local proposals. Quiet and informal environment. Recommended at sunset for the breathtaking view. Medium price. Tel.: +34 971327037

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