Paella, is without a doubt, the signature dish of the summer in Ibiza. Surely, one of the best plans we can imagine in the warmer months is to enjoy a day at the beach in Ibiza and having a delicious paella for lunch, ideally accompanied with a good rosé or white wine or a cava sangria.
Many people who come to Ibiza agree that in the island of Ibiza you can try one of the best paellas in Spain. The secret is in the traditional Ibizan elaboration, using fresh fish from the island, such as grouper, greater amberjack or the delicious red prawns typical from the Ibizan seas. In the municipality of Sant Josep, located in the south of the island, we can find many good restaurants specialized in seafood and traditional cuisine. Here is selection of the best ones.
We begin with Can Pujol restaurant, situated on the beachfront on a discrete area of Port des Torrent. It’s a restaurant with great tradition, known for masterfully making “Bullit de Peix” and other specialties such as seafood paella. Having a simple decor, it stands out for its excellent quality when it comes to cooking seafood.
+34 971 34 14 07
www.restaurantecanpujol.com
In a privileged environment we find Ses Roques restaurant, in Platges de Comte (Cala Conta beach). In one of the most famous beaches of the island, this restaurant specializes in seafood paella and “arroz a banda” (rice with fish consommé). Overlooking the island of s’Illa des Bosc and the turquoise waters common in this area, it’s a perfect place for relaxing and enjoying an unforgettable meal.
+34 971 80 60 50
www.restaurantesesroques.com
Another place with incredible views is Restaurante El Carmen, in the beach of Cala d’Hort. Overlooking the impressive island of Es Vedrà, the setting is unique and so are the different dishes you can enjoy in the restaurant. El Carmen is famous for its seafood paella. As well, it’s also highly recommended the fideuà. Also try their delicious desserts.
+34 971 18 74 49
www.elcarmencaladhort.com
Right on the waterfront, facing the sea, with a terrace under the pine trees, we find the Ses Boques beach bar, in Es Cubells. In a relaxed and very quiet atmosphere, with amazing views, we can enjoy its renowned seafood paella and its spectacular lobster paella. Yet the signature dish of this restaurant is the lobster stew.
+34 606 081 570
www.sesboques.com
And finally we mustn’t forget mentioning Restaurante s’Espartar, an emblem in terms of seafood and traditional cuisine. Located on the road to Cala Tarida, surrounded by mountains covered in pine trees and with great sea views, it offers many typical Ibizan dishes such as fresh prawns and “frita de calamar”. Also a must is the “Arroz a la Marinera” (rice marinière), and their delicious seafood paella and lobster paella.
