What are typical restaurant opening hours around Palma and other towns in Mallorca?

Restaurants across Palma and the island's charming towns like Sóller, Alcúdia, and Pollença generally open for lunch around midday, often from about 12 p.m. until 3 p.m. After a short pause, many reopen for dinner service starting between 7 p.m. and 8 p.m., closing by 10 or 11 p.m., depending on the season. In popular seaside villages such as Cala Mondragó or Cala Llombards, dining hours might extend a little later during the long summer evenings.

You'll find that casual eateries and tapas bars typically follow this two-shift pattern, but high-end restaurants—especially in places like Deià or near Formentor—may concentrate on evening dining with shorter lunch hours or even skip lunch service altogether. Sunday brunch is less common here than on the mainland, though some spots in Palma might start serving earlier, particularly around city events like Sant Sebastià or Nit de Foc.

Many establishments close one weekday, often Monday or Tuesday, giving staff a break before the busy weekends. Popular restaurants in the Binissalem wine region or along the Ma-13 road in the Tramuntana can fill up quickly in the high season, so reservations are advisable. To avoid any last-minute surprises, it’s best to check ahead—whether by phone or via a restaurant’s website—especially if you plan to try specialties like pa amb oli accompanied by a glass of local Binissalem wine or a digestif of Hierbas after your meal.