One of Mallorca's most celebrated traditional restaurants run by two sisters in the small mountain village of Caimari. The menu changes daily based on what the sisters find at the market.
Ca Na Toneta is one of Mallorca's most acclaimed and most warmly regarded traditional restaurants, run by two sisters — Maria and Teresa Solivellas — in the small mountain village of Caimari in the Serra de Tramuntana foothills. The restaurant occupies the ground floor of the family house, and the sisters' approach to hospitality reflects that domestic origin: cooking changes daily according to what is in season and what caught their attention at the market that morning, the service is personal and attentive, and the atmosphere is genuinely warm rather than professionally simulated. The menu has no fixed structure across weeks and months — one day's lunch might open with a Mallorcan market vegetable soup and follow with braised pork with figs; another day might centre on local lamb with rosemary and almonds. What remains constant is the reliance on small Mallorcan producers, organic where possible, and the cooking's faithfulness to traditional island flavours without the self-consciousness that can afflict restaurants trying to 'revive' a cuisine. Ca Na Toneta is not fashionable in the way that food-media restaurants are fashionable; it is simply very good and has been consistently good for many years. Reservations are required and should be made well in advance, particularly for weekends in the season. The restaurant has a rating of 4.8 and is considered one of the best places to eat on the island.
Signature dishes
- Mallorcan market vegetable soup — €12
- Roast lamb with local herbs — €24
Good to know
- Known for
- Daily-changing menu of traditional Mallorcan home cooking
- Hours
- Thu-Tue 1:30PM-3:30PM & 8PM-10PM
Location
Carrer de Horaci 21, 07314 Caimari, Mallorca
39.7781, 2.9069 View on map
Highlights
- Traditional mountain restaurant in Caimari run by two sisters, with a daily-changing menu based on the morning's market
- One of Mallorca's most consistently celebrated restaurants: warm, domestic, and genuinely Mallorcan
- Mallorcan market vegetable soup: a foundational dish that changes with the season
- Roast lamb with local herbs: the most emblematic main course when it appears on the menu
- Small producer sourcing, organic where possible — a kitchen built on deep knowledge of the Mallorcan landscape
Tips for visiting
- Reserve at least 2–3 weeks ahead for lunch; the restaurant has limited tables and a very loyal following
- Call or email to ask what will be on the menu on the day of the visit — the sisters are welcoming of such enquiries
- The drive to Caimari through the Tramuntana foothills is itself beautiful; arrive with time to walk in the village beforehand
- Lunch is the only service; the restaurant closes in the afternoon and does not serve dinner on most days
- The restaurant is easiest reached by car from Inca or Pollença — allow 20 minutes from either direction
Accessibility
Ca Na Toneta is in a traditional village house in Caimari with an entrance at street level. The dining rooms are on the ground floor. The village streets are narrow and hilly, with some uneven surfaces. Wheelchair access to the restaurant itself is possible at the entrance level; guests with specific mobility requirements should contact the restaurant directly.
Frequently asked questions
Does Ca Na Toneta have a fixed menu?
No. The menu changes daily based on what the sisters find at the market and what is in season. Guests may call in advance to ask what will be served on a particular day.
Is the restaurant open for dinner?
Ca Na Toneta is primarily a lunch restaurant, though it occasionally opens for dinner. Check current hours when booking, as the schedule varies by season.
Where is Caimari?
Caimari is a small village in the foothills of the Serra de Tramuntana, approximately 40 km from Palma and 15 km from Inca. It is accessible by car; public transport to the village is very limited.
Is the restaurant suitable for vegetarians?
The daily menu typically includes vegetable-forward dishes and Mallorcan produce. Vegetarians should contact the restaurant in advance to confirm what will be available on the specific day of their visit.