10 Unique Formentera Restaurants
The Balearic island of Formentera offers a Caribbean feeling in the Mediterranean and is considered a chill-out area for anyone looking for peace and relaxation. If you go on holiday to Formentera and explore the island with a yacht charter , you will discover a diverse natural paradise that never fails to inspire you. Ibiza's little sister also has a lot to offer in terms of cuisine, as a look at our guide to the 10 best restaurants on Formentera will show you. The list includes unique food spots all over the island where you can enjoy local specialties such as Burrida de Ratjada, Fideua or Bullit as well as many other Mediterranean fish and meat classics. Of course, not without being able to take a fantastic view of the crystal-clear water and the white dream yachts from your table.
Chezz Gerdi
Chezz Gerdi is one of the most popular food spots on Formentera. The restaurant's beautiful location on the romantically lit beach promenade of Es Pujols plays a large part in this. After a relaxing day on your Yacht Charter Here you can take a seat on the sun-bleached and very comfortable wooden furniture and let yourself be pampered with Mediterranean delicacies. In addition to freshly caught fish and seafood, this also includes homemade pasta dishes and delicious pizza, which even Italian guests rave about with its crispy base and lavish toppings. After dinner, you can end the evening with a cocktail in the chill-out zone of Chezz Gerdi and enjoy the spectacular sunset over the sea from the front row. By the way: Thanks to the red hippie bus on the roof, you can't miss Chezz Gerdi during your visit.
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fandango
Formentera's tradition is the inspiration for a modern menu that conveys the culture and essence of the place. Fandango uses local products as a common thread.
Fandango Formentera is not just a restaurant, it brings a breath of fresh air to Formentera from Es Pujols beach. We connect you with everything authentic about this magical island through stylish music, experiences and activities.The gastronomic essence of Fandango lies in the grilled fish and rice dishes, the flagship dishes of our offer. Formentera is once again our inspiration, with its local products and tradition.
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El Tiburon
In the northwest of the island, on the beautiful sandy beach of Ses Illetes, lies the El Tiburon Restaurant Formentera. The foodie hotspot, named after a shark, is located right by the sea and offers you a fantastic view of the yachts anchored there from the shady terrace. In terms of cuisine, the El Tiburon offers a colorful mix of Mediterranean dishes such as tuna tartare or shrimp in garlic sauce and international classics such as surf & turf, chicken wings with fries and burgers with Angus beef. Tip: It is best to visit the El Tiburon in the evening. Then you can enjoy the incomparable sunset of Formentera with your feet in the sand, a delicious cocktail in your hand and music from the attached beach club.
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Can Carlitos
Can Carlitos, popular with gourmets, is located on the port of La Savina. At first glance, the restaurant, run by chef Nandu Jubany, appears rather unspectacular with its white facade. Inside, however, you are greeted by a large wooden terrace decorated in Mediterranean style, from which you can enjoy a spectacular view of the beach and the sea. In terms of cuisine, Can Carlitos offers traditional cuisine with a modern twist that clearly bears the signature of chef Nandu Jubany. One highlight, for example, is the cod skewers with piparra and olive oil. If you want to try your hand at Mediterranean cuisine, the tapas or the sample menu are recommended. The latter consists of 11 dishes, including the restaurant's top dishes. You should definitely not miss the paella, which is served in various variations (e.g. with fresh shrimp or lobster) on large plates.
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Casa Pacha
The Casa Pacha restaurant is located right on the magical sandy beach of Playa Migjorn and is designed in the style of a traditional chiringuito (beach bar). Instead of the location, which is simple and without frills but still very tasteful and with a fantastic view, the focus at Casa Pacha is on the food. The menu at the popular gourmet spot includes Mediterranean fish and meat dishes that are authentically prepared with local and seasonal ingredients - just as you would expect your grandmother to make. The person responsible for the kitchen is none other than Pau Barba, who has been awarded two Repsol suns. Tip: After dinner, you can end the day with a drink at the legendary Piratabus beach club just a few hundred meters away.
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Luna Code
Just outside, on the east coast of the small island, near the Faro de la Mola lighthouse, is the Codice Luna. This makes it ideal for enjoying Mediterranean delicacies with a fantastic view of the sea after a trip to the picturesque tower. The menu offers a varied selection of dishes, from a nutritious breakfast to fresh seafood and local delicacies. Later in the day, delicious tapas can be enjoyed with a house cocktail or a fine glass of wine, while DJ beats underline the relaxed atmosphere. By the way: your visit will be truly unforgettable on full moon nights. That's when the restaurant is transformed into a small party location for their popular full moon parties.
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Es Calo
The idyllic village of Es Caló de Sant Augusti is located in the northeast of Formentera. The former fishing village is known for its picturesque rocky bays and beautiful natural harbor. The restaurant of the same name, Es Caló, is located in this dreamlike spot, and from its terrace you can enjoy a fantastic view of the sea and the surrounding fishermen's huts. Es Caló spoils you with traditional Balearic cuisine that uses local and seasonal ingredients. An aromatic delicacy that you should definitely not miss during a visit is the fish caught in the bay and freshly prepared on the wood grill. But the diverse rice dishes with their Andalusian influences are also definitely worth a try.
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Can Forn
It is no longer a secret among gourmets that food often tastes best where the locals eat. On Formentera, this applies to the small restaurant Can Forn. Located inland in the tranquil village of Sant Ferran, the food spot is right on the market square and its cozy atmosphere invites you to feast. Here, locals meet vacationers and foodies looking for authentic specialties - a wonderful mix for anyone who likes to socialize. The Can Forn menu mainly features hearty dishes that, according to critics, reflect the true taste of traditional island cuisine. Popular classics here include pork with apple or juicy roast lamb. But paella fans will also find something on the Can Forn menu.
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Juan and Andrea
With a dreamy setting and delicious Mediterranean dishes, the Juan y Andrea Gourmets restaurant lures you to the famous Playa de ses Illetes. The food spot is a real Formentera insider tip and can be recognized from afar by the large palm trees. The special thing about the restaurant, however, is the shady terrace. You sit there right on the beach and can dig your feet into the sand while you eat - a wonderful feeling that is simply typical of the relaxed lifestyle on Formentera.In terms of cuisine, Juan y Andrea offers all the flavors of the sea. Highlights on the menu, which is dominated by fish dishes, include fresh lobster in garlic sauce, grilled fish and shrimps from Formentera. If you prefer meat, you will also get your money's worth with specialties such as Black Angus steak or lamb shoulder. Tip: The Play de ses Illetes is the ideal spot for water sports with a Seabob or the Lampuga Air for a varied day on your yacht charter .
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Pier 47
Molo 47 welcomes you with fusion cuisine at Michelin-star level. With a direct view of the celebrity yachts in the La Savina marina, you can enjoy exotic cuisine with Asian roots in a tasteful ambience. Naples-born chef Antonio D'Angelo, who has also worked at the gourmet-celebrated Nobu, combines this with Mediterranean ingredients in a creative way. The result is dishes that you, as a lover of both cuisines, absolutely have to try. Some highlights from the menu include the Japanese pasta with fresh sea urchin and egg sauce and the Wagyu ravioli with caramelized soy onions, parmesan and white truffle soup.
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