Atmospheric restaurant in a 17th-century windmill in wine country, serving authentic Mallorcan recipes in a romantic rustic setting. The escaldums (turkey stew) and frit mallorquí are outstanding.
Moli des Racó is a traditional Mallorcan restaurant housed in a restored 17th-century windmill and adjacent farm buildings in Santa Maria del Camí, a village at the heart of Mallorca's agricultural interior and wine country. The windmill itself — a round stone tower with the original millstone mechanism preserved inside — provides the dining room's centrepiece, creating one of the most evocative settings for traditional cooking on the island. The kitchen focuses on Mallorcan recipes that belong to the pre-tourism period of the island's history: frit mallorquí, the traditional offal fry-up of liver, kidneys, lamb intestines, and vegetables cooked with fennel and pepper; escaldums de gall dindi, a turkey stew with almonds and tomato in the island style; and sopas mallorquines, the thin bread-slice soup with seasonal greens and olive oil. These are not dishes commonly found in tourist restaurants, and Moli des Racó serves them with conviction. The wine list centres on local Mallorcan producers, with particular strength in the wines of the Binissalem appellation a few kilometres to the west. The restaurant is open for both lunch and dinner Tuesday through Sunday, making it more accessible than many traditional restaurants of this type.
Signature dishes
- Frit mallorquí (offal fry-up) — €15
- Escaldums de gall dindi (turkey stew) — €19
Good to know
- Known for
- Traditional Mallorcan recipes in a windmill setting
- Hours
- Tue-Sun 1PM-4PM & 8PM-11PM
Location
Carrer de Ramón Llull 64, 07320 Santa Maria del Camí, Mallorca
39.6538, 2.7854 View on map
Highlights
- Atmospheric restaurant in a restored 17th-century windmill in Santa Maria del Camí's wine country
- Frit mallorquí: the island's traditional offal fry-up with lamb liver, kidneys, fennel, and pepper
- Escaldums de gall dindi: Mallorcan turkey stew with almonds and tomato, rare on restaurant menus
- Interior set around the original windmill stone tower — one of Mallorca's most distinctive dining settings
- Mallorcan wine list with depth in Binissalem appellation producers from the surrounding area
Tips for visiting
- The frit mallorquí is the most honest test of a traditional Mallorcan kitchen — order it here if anywhere
- Request a table inside the windmill tower rather than the adjoining rooms for the full atmospheric effect
- Lunch is the best time for traditional Mallorcan food in this style; the kitchen's energy suits the midday meal
- Santa Maria del Camí is on the route of the Palma–Inca railway, making the village accessible without a car
- Combine with a visit to the local artisan market on Sunday mornings in the village square
Accessibility
The restaurant entrance and main dining areas are at ground level. The windmill interior has uneven stone flooring and some low doorways. The adjoining dining rooms are more straightforwardly accessible. Guests with mobility requirements should contact the restaurant before visiting to discuss the best seating option.
Frequently asked questions
What is frit mallorquí?
Frit mallorquí is one of the most traditional dishes of Mallorca: a fry-up of lamb offal (liver, kidneys, and intestines) cooked with sliced potatoes, peppers, and fennel. It is strongly flavoured and very much a dish of the island's pastoral tradition.
How far is Santa Maria del Camí from Palma?
Santa Maria del Camí is approximately 20 km from Palma, about 20 minutes by car or by the Palma–Inca train which stops in the village. The train is a convenient way to reach the restaurant without a car.
Is the windmill dining room available for groups?
The windmill interior space is limited. For larger groups, the adjacent farm buildings provide more space. Group bookings should contact the restaurant directly to discuss arrangements.
Is the restaurant open at weekends for dinner?
Yes, Moli des Racó is open for both lunch and dinner Tuesday through Sunday. Weekend dinner reservations are recommended in summer.