Cafe review: Cafe Cappuccino, Puerto Portals, Majorca

NB. There are a few branches of Cappuccino in Majorca, we also went to the one situated in the shopping district of Palma (see earlier blog post)

What's its Curbappeal:
- huge outdoor pavement seating area overlooking the beautiful yachts in Puerto Portals, great spot for people watching
- indoors you'll find the signature Cafe Cappuccino furnishings of casual wicker chairs set round small round grey marble tables
- small study-styled reading area with large comfy sofas

Crowd: largely older European

Food & drink rating: we had a cous cous salad (tasty, moist & large portion) & sushi tuna rolls (v nice)....a repeat of the food from the other day...as it was so tasty. We washed that down with a couple of glasses of rose cava

The bill: pricey but food quality is good & the cafe has a lovely atmosphere with a great central setting within Puerto Portals

Time of visit: Lunchtime, May 2013


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Bar review: Diablito, Puerto Portals, Palma, Majorca

What's it's Curbappeal?:
- rooftop terrace offering amazing views across the yachts in the harbour
- comfy colourful sofa style seating
- bit of a haven from some of the trasher places nearby (you're just far enough away to escape the karaoke bar...)


Time of visit: sunset drinks on Sunday night, May 2013

Restaurant review: Tahini, Puerto Portals, Majorca

What's it's Curbappeal?:
- totally unique design, especially for this relatively traditional area... main restaurant with glasses teahouses (dining areas) situated in the small Japanese courtyard garden
- amazing sound system, with deep dish music creating a v chilled vibe
- delicious food
- watch the sushi chefs at work in the main restaurant
- minimalist but welcoming decor using stylish furnishings (eg high end lime green upholstered chairs) & funky artwork


Time of visit: Sunday night, May 2013

Hotel Review: Puro (Oasis Urbano), Palma, Majorca. Thursday 20th - Sunday 23rd September 2012

It's Curbappeal:
- Outdoor space. We kept coming across terraces hidden all over the hotel
- Great location. Stones throw away from many little bars & restaurants & c10mins from the Cathedral
- Earthly tones, modern art & luxurious leather furniture come together to create a relaxed but cool vibe (hence the name Puro 'Oasis Urbano')

Crowd: relaxed. Quite a few couples. Those seeking a cool city hotel

Food rating: only had breakfast. Fresh & tasty buffet with plenty of choice. Coffee lovers will be in heaven; delicious & strong local Majorcan coffee (Salar) on tap from espresso machine. We'd come back to Puro just for this coffee

Our room: 331 located in Private Wing. NB. We were in the 'main hotel' Thursday night but found it noisy so moved. The main hotel is set in an 18th Century palace where noise travels easily - especially from drinkers in central courtyard. Room 331 is alone on top floor, like an attic room & was much quieter.

The bill: e275 a night seemed ok for well located & funky hotel. If they improved service levels (seemed bit slow to respond to requests, lack of toiletries in rooms etc), we'd be happy paying bit more

Recommended: Yes. Love the design, location, coffee & outdoor space. Just make sure if you're not there to party you request a quiet room. Might be worth bringing earplugs just in case!

... Some photos straight from our iPhones...

Around Town: Palma, Majorca. Saturday 22nd-Sunday 23rd September 2012

... Some photos straight from our iPhones...