Palma's favorite breakfast institution, a chain of bakery-cafés serving buttery croissants, freshly squeezed orange juice, and strong Spanish coffee since 1978. Locals and tourists line up early.
Croissant Show is a long-established café-bakery chain in Palma, Mallorca, with the Plaça d'Espanya branch being the most central and busiest location. The chain has operated since 1978 and has become embedded in the daily breakfast ritual of Palma residents in a way that speaks to the reliability of its product: a buttery, golden croissant with a properly laminated crumb, served alongside Spain's small but intensely flavoured espresso or a milky café amb llet. Freshly squeezed orange juice — made with local Mallorcan oranges in season — accompanies the croissant at most visits. The Plaça d'Espanya location puts the café at the junction of the main railway station and the tram terminus, making it the natural first stop for those arriving by train or heading out to explore the island. The café is busy, cheerful, and unpretentious, with counter service and a mix of bar seating and tables. There is no sit-down menu beyond the breakfast offering; the focus is exclusively on croissants, pastries, and coffee. Prices are very accessible — one of the last genuinely cheap breakfasts in central Palma. The café is open all day from early morning, though the croissant selection is freshest in the first two hours after opening.
Signature dishes
- Butter croissant — €1.80
- Freshly squeezed orange juice — €2.50
Good to know
- Known for
- Classic Spanish breakfast, Palma's most popular café chain
- Hours
- Daily 7AM-9PM
Location
Plaça d'Espanya 7, 07002 Palma, Mallorca
39.5742, 2.6507 View on map
Highlights
- Palma's most recognised breakfast institution, operating since 1978 on the Plaça d'Espanya
- Freshly baked butter croissants with properly laminated pastry — the definitive Palma morning croissant
- Freshly squeezed Mallorcan orange juice: the essential accompaniment at the peak of citrus season
- Central location at Plaça d'Espanya beside the main railway and tram terminus
- Genuinely affordable breakfast in central Palma — one of the city's best-value early-morning stops
Tips for visiting
- Arrive between 7:30AM and 9:30AM for the freshest croissants before the first batch runs out
- The café amb llet (coffee with warm milk) is the traditional Mallorcan breakfast coffee and pairs naturally with a plain croissant
- The Plaça d'Espanya branch is the most convenient for travellers using the train or tram to Sóller
- Multiple branches operate across Palma — the old town branch on Plaça Major is closer to the cathedral district
- Croissant Show closes in the early evening; it is not a dinner or afternoon destination
Accessibility
The café at Plaça d'Espanya is at street level with a flat entrance from the square. The interior has bar seating and tables without steps. The square itself is large and fully paved. Wheelchair users can access the café and order at the counter without difficulty.
Frequently asked questions
What does Croissant Show serve?
The café specialises in croissants, pastries, and coffee for breakfast and morning snacking. It also serves fresh orange juice. There is no full lunch or dinner menu.
How much does breakfast cost at Croissant Show?
A typical breakfast of a croissant, coffee, and orange juice costs around €4–€6 per person — among the most affordable options in central Palma.
Is the Plaça d'Espanya branch the only location?
No, Croissant Show has several branches in Palma, including locations on Plaça Major and in the residential neighbourhoods. The Plaça d'Espanya branch is the most central for transport connections.
What are the opening hours?
The café opens daily from around 7AM and runs through to the late afternoon or early evening. Hours can vary slightly by branch; the Plaça d'Espanya location follows the main city schedule.