Ibiza is beach restaurant heaven. And whilst Formentera is smaller, its tiny restaurant scene is of famously high quality. However, when you’re cruising around the islands by boat and your mandate is to show your guests the very best of the best, the field of excellence narrows considerably. Not only do we at Boats Ibiza select only the finest establishments, insisting on only the freshest food and the most glorious surroundings, we also require a water-taxi to shuttle our guests politely and efficiently to their table.
We realize that when you book a day out with us, it may be difficult to decide where best to stop off for lunch. So voila! We’ve put together a short guide to give you an idea of the location, route, style, type of cuisine and ambiance of our top 6 Ibiza and Formentera beach restaurants, in no particular order.
Es Torrent
Es Torrent: A restaurant with the soul of a beach bar. Emphasis on simple but expert preparation of traditional cuisine and local produce. Paella, red king prawns and fresh, local fruit and vegetables are a speciality. Passionate about seafood, Es Torrent beach restaurant offers pure, unadulterated Ibiza ‘gastro-bliss’ set upon a beautiful terrace on a secluded pebble beach laced with a small number of sumptuously comfortable sun-beds. Great for couples and quietly impressive corporate lunches, this venue’s remote location adds to its air of cool exclusivity. Great for fish and meat-eaters. The romance factor is potentially high and it’s particularly recommended for low-key, but special occasions.
Beach: Es Cubells
Route: South-west Ibiza
Price: high-range
Vegetarians: Limited to a couple of salads
Family friendly: Yes
Can we arrange your reservation: Yes
USP: Seafood par excellence and outstanding service
Es Xarcu
Es Xarcu: Rustic charm with incredible views, built on the rocks overlooking an almost impossibly beautiful Ibiza cove. Possible although difficult to access by land. Very close to trendy Blue Marlin but a World apart in terms of style. Think shabby-chic and a top choice for ‘those in the know.’ Said to be one of the oldest chiringuitos on the island, this Ibiza beach restaurant is popular with those seeking to experience Ibiza’s unique brand of boho meets traditional. Signature dish – fresh baked fish. Simple, healthy and hearty food prepared skillfully. Great for couples and smaller groups looking for an idyllic, peaceful lunch.
Beach: Es Xarco
Route: South-coast Ibiza
Price: high-range
Vegetarians: No
Family friendly: Yes
Can we arrange your reservation: Yes
USP: Local, traditional cuisine and incredible views
The Cotton Club
The Cotton Club: Wonderfully elegant, cool and breezy Ibiza beach restaurant on the stunningly beautiful beach of Cala Tarida. Set about 30 metres from the shore, this gorgeous venue offers dramatic views of the dazzlingly blue Balearic coast from its birdseye-view roof terrace. A range of traditional Spanish cuisine is of course on the menu, but it’s their Thai cuisine that is renowned. The atmosphere is relaxed and provides the perfect environment for groups of friends and families. The house DJ provides a blissful musical background to accompany your perfect Ibiza lunch, caressing your ears without intruding upon your conversation. The staff are helpful and friendly and the vibe is classically Balearic.
Beach: Cala Tarida
Route: West-coast Ibiza
Price: Mid-range
Vegetarians: Yes
Family friendly: Yes
Can we arrange your reservation: Yes
USP: Mouthwatering Thai cuisine on a stunning rooftop terrace
Blue Marlin
Blue Marlin: The trendiest of trendy beach bars, Blue Marlin is the place to go to see and be seen. Set upon the smooth, exclusive pebbles of Cala Jondal, this is the home of the international jet-set beautiful people. This Ibiza beach restaurant has VIP stamped all over its impeccable face. The cocktails are legendary and if you’re into celebrity spotting, look no further, you just hit jackpot. Mediterranean and Japanese cuisine. Ideal for large groups of friends and a favourite location for hens and stags, Blue Marlin does parties very, very well. Sunday is the day for wallowing in the full, Blue Marlin experience when the glitterati turn up in droves to dance under the stars to superstar DJs in uber-fashionable, jaw-droppingly expensive attire. The perfect opportunity to show off your newly-bought-for-the-holidays designer swimwear and faux diamond-studded sunglasses, dear reader. Please note there is a minimum spend for sunbeds and booking in advance is essential: +34 971 41 01 17 Image by Mar Photography
Beach: Cala Jondal
Route: South-coast Ibiza
Price: High-range
Vegetarians: Yes
Family friendly: Best enjoyed gloriously free of responsibility
Can we arrange your reservation: No
USP: Supermodel and celebrity central, with bells on.
Restaurante Es Calo
Es Calo: Showcasing the perfect marriage between landscape and gastronomy, this quietly elegant, Formentera beach restaurant specializes in fresh local seafood and discreet, impeccable service. Located in a small cove at the foot of La Mola, the ambience is one of understated luxury combined with a sensation of desert-island remoteness. It’s an extremely romantic setting within which a marriage proposal, for example, would be beautifully appropriate. Perfect for couples, families and those wishing to more thoroughly explore the coast of Formentera.
Beach: Cala Es Calo
Route: Formentera
Price: High-range
Vegetarians: Extremely limited
Family friendly: Yes
Can we arrange your reservation: Yes
USP: Delightfully off-the-beaten-track, tranquil dining surrounded by wild nature.
Juan y Andrea
Juan y Andrea: Last but certainly not least is the legend that is Juan y Andrea. Lobster Paella is their signature dish and comes with a list of fans that include several royal families and more celebrities than you could shake a VIP wristband at. If high-quality seafood served to you al-fresco as your toes nestle in the soft, white sand appeals, then this is the Formentera beach restaurant for you. Quietly bustling and set overlooking an idyllic beach, Juan y Andrea is perfect for families and groups of all sizes.
Beach: Playa Illetas
Route: Formentera
Price: High-range
Vegetarians: limited, although they do offer a delicious vegetarian Paella
Family friendly: Yes
Can we arrange your reservation: Yes
USP: You might just find yourself sitting next to Kate Moss or Prince William
That completes the round-up of our most highly recommended Ibiza and Formentera beach restaurants to visit by boat this 2016 season. Now all you need to do is chose the right boat or yacht to hire for the day. We’re pleased to offer over 30 different boats to fit every dream, from speedboats and Sunseeker yachts to party catamarans and traditional sailing boats, we’ll make sure you’ll have a day out that you’ll never forget.
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