If you’ve been reading our blog for a while, you’ll know that food is one of our favourite topics. In all its forms. Restaurants, tapas bars, brunch spots, sunset dinners… our Palma Guide is basically one long list of places to eat, drink and enjoy.

Palma’s coffee culture

So today, we’re focusing on something very important. Coffee.

Palma’s coffee scene has grown a lot in the last few years. There are now specialty roasters, cosy neighbourhood cafés and brunch spots where you could easily spend all morning. Here are some of our favourites.

Cafés locals love

The best part? They’re all within walking distance of Nakar. So put on your comfy shoes, grab your sunglasses and go find your new favourite coffee spot.

DÔME – for coffee by day, cocktails by night

Just around the corner from Nakar, on Carrer Unió, DÔME is two places in one. In the morning, it’s all about specialty coffee, creative lattes and a healthy brunch menu with plenty of vegan and vegetarian options. At night, it turns into a modern bistro with cocktails and local DJs.

Our tip? Come for breakfast. Come back for dinner. We won’t tell anyone.

Mistral – for the coffee purists

If you’re serious about coffee, Mistral is a must. Founded in 2017 by Greg Schuler and Agata Mikulska, it was the first specialty coffee roaster in Mallorca, and they roast all their beans right here on the island.

Their coffee house on Plaça de Weyler has old stone walls, two floors and a terrace on the square. The Financial Times has even named it one of the best independent coffee shops around. Order a filter coffee, add a cinnamon roll or some banana bread and take your time.

And if you love it (you will), you can buy the beans to take home.

Lili’s – for brunch with a terrace

Lili’s is right on Plaça del Mercat, and it’s one of those places that works at any time of day. Mornings are all about fresh, colourful brunch dishes, smoothies and barista coffee, with lots of vegan and gluten-free options. Later in the day, the cocktails take over.

The terrace on the square is the place to be. So if you see a free table, take it. Fast.

El Perrito Sa Feixina – for dog lovers (and brunch lovers)

Right opposite Parc de Sa Feixina, El Perrito is small, cosy and very dog-friendly. And yes, you’ll notice that as soon as you walk in.

The menu is full of homemade brunch favourites: eggs Benedict, bagels, bowls, avocado toast and homemade cakes, plus plenty of vegan and gluten-free options. Portions are generous, the coffee is great and the park is right there for a walk afterwards.

Perfect for a slow morning. With or without a dog.

Rapha – for cyclists (and everyone else)

Tucked away on Plaça del Rosari, in the old town, Rapha is the cycling brand’s Palma clubhouse. Upstairs, there’s cycling gear. Downstairs, there’s a café serving really good coffee, cakes and snacks, with a few tables outside on the square.

It’s the meeting point for local cyclists, with group rides, live racing and lots of bike talk. But you don’t need to be a cyclist to enjoy it. A flat white here is good for everyone.

Note: it’s closed on Sundays.

So, where are you having your coffee today?

Whether you’re a coffee purist, a brunch fan or just need a really good flat white before you start exploring, Palma has a café for you. And with all of these just a short walk from Nakar, you can try a different one every morning.

That’s what we call a good holiday routine. See you in Palma.