La Paloma
La Paloma is a restaurant on Carrer dels Apuntadors 16 in Palma’s old town. Set menus start at 37.50 € per person for 4 courses, while the tapas sharing menu costs 39 € per person for a minimum of 2 diners. Dishes repeatedly mentioned include 7-hour slow-cooked lamb shoulder, octopus, ribs and desserts such as tiramisu. It sits on a pedestrian street with no nearby parking, and tables by the window can require booking around 2 weeks ahead.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do you need to book at La Paloma in Palma?
A reservation is often recommended, especially for dinner or specific tables. According to one review, a window seat had to be booked 2 weeks in advance. The restaurant is at Calle Apuntadores 16 in Palma, in the historic centre. For groups, the contact address grupos@lapaloma.es is provided.
Which dishes are ordered most often at La Paloma?
The menu includes Spanish dishes with meat, fish and tapas. Reviews especially mention lamb, octopus, ribs and steak; according to several guests, the lamb is slow-cooked for 7 hours. Tapas and multi-course menus are also frequently mentioned. One menu was described at 37,50 € per person for 4 courses.
What is the price level like at La Paloma?
Specific prices from reviews show several options: a tapas sharing menu costs 39 € per person for a minimum of 2 people, while another menu was 37,50 € per person with 4 courses. A main course of black pork with pumpkin ravioli was listed at 24 €. Bread was shown separately on one bill at 3,50 € per person.
Where exactly is La Paloma and is there parking nearby?
La Paloma is at Calle Apuntadores 16, 07012 Palma, in La Lonja / Palma old town. According to a verified review, the restaurant is on a pedestrian street in the centre, so direct parking there is limited. For arriving on foot or by taxi, the location in the historic quarter is convenient. The website lists Palma, Illes Balears, as the address.
What is the atmosphere like at La Paloma?
The restaurant is described in reviews as a historic venue in an old building, with stylish and cosy interior décor. There are indoor seats as well as window seats facing the street. Some guests also mention an upper area with strong air conditioning. The Google rating is 4.3 out of 5 from 1,595 reviews.
Is La Paloma better for a full dinner or for sharing tapas?
Both are possible, but many guests mention sharing tapas and multi-course menus. The official offer includes Spanish cuisine with meat, fish and tapas, and a tapas sharing menu costs 39 € per person from 2 people. Individual main courses were also ordered, for example for 24 € or 60 € for two main courses. For groups, sharing is often the more practical option.
How busy does La Paloma get and should you expect a wait?
Several reviews say the restaurant is especially busy in the evening. One guest reported a small queue on a Thursday in April at 21:00. Another note: a specific table had to be reserved 2 weeks in advance. If you are flexible, it is wise to allow a little time for entry.
Are there any practical notes on service and facilities at La Paloma?
According to the website, reservations can be made online via “Reservar”, and there is a dedicated contact address for groups: grupos@lapaloma.es. The website also states that no opening hours, prices or facilities are published. Reviews mention a separate charge for bread at 3,50 € per person. For current details, the official website is the best source.
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Carrer dels Apuntadors, 16, 07012 Palma
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