Enoteca 1918 Club
C. de la Fàbrica, 2, Ponent, 07013 Palma, Illes Balears, Spain
Best Wine Bars in Palma
Palma's wine culture mixes centuries-old Mallorcan winemaking with modern tasting rooms and a lively vermut tradition. This directory highlights five standout wine bars where you can sample DO Binissalem and Pla i Llevant wines amid the narrow streets of the Old Town and the lively waterfront.
5 venues
4.9 avg
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Vinito vermutería & winebar
Plaça de la Drassana, 5, Centre, 07012 Palma, Illes Balears, Spain
Bishop Wine Studio
Carrer de Vallseca, 13, Centre, 07012 Palma, Illes Balears, Spain
The Wine Side | Restaurante de producto en Palma de Mallorca
Pg. de Mallorca, 8, Centre, 07012 Palma, Illes Balears, Spain
El Vinho | Vinoteca Portuguesa Mallorca
Carrer de Joan Crespí, 40, Ponent, 07014 Palma, Illes Balears, Spain
Wine Culture in Palma
Palma sits at the heart of Mallorca’s wine renaissance. Centuries of Mediterranean sun and limestone soils yield distinctive Mallorcan varieties like Manto Negro and Callet for reds and Prensal Blanca (also called Moll) for whites. Local DOs such as Binissalem and Pla i Llevant champion these grapes, and small family bodegas continue to produce terroir-driven wines alongside experimental natural and orange wines that appeal to adventurous palates.
The city’s wine culture blends traditional and contemporary habits. Vermut on tap remains a weekend ritual—served with anchovies, olives and local sobrassada—while evening wine bars offer tasting flights and guided pours. Festivals and harvest visits to nearby vineyards are common in autumn, so many Palma bars stock current-release Mallorcan vintages alongside classics from mainland Spain, France and Portugal. Expect knowledgeable staff who can recommend local pairings and tell the stories behind the bottles.
Where to drink wine in Palma
Palma’s best wine bars cluster in easily walkable neighborhoods. La Lonja and the Old Town host intimate cellars and tasting rooms that pair well with strolling architecture; Santa Catalina is the island’s food hub, with lively bars and tapas venues ideal for sharing Mallorcan wines. For a sea breeze and sunset glass, the Portixol and Paseo Marítimo stretch offer relaxed terraces and seafood-friendly selections.
Within the city you’ll find a range of styles: classic enotecas, modern vermuterías and boutique vinotecas. This guide highlights five local favorites—Enoteca 1918 Club, Vinito vermutería & winebar, Bishop Wine Studio, The Wine Side | Restaurante de producto en Palma de Mallorca, and El Vinho | Vinoteca Portuguesa Mallorca—each reflecting Palma’s mix of local DOs and international influences. Stroll between neighborhoods in the evening to sample different atmospheres: bar counters in Santa Catalina, candlelit tables in La Lonja, and waterfront views at Portixol.
What to Look For
When choosing a wine bar in Palma, first look for a strong Mallorcan selection that includes Binissalem and Pla i Llevant labels and indigenous varieties like Manto Negro and Prensal Blanca. A good bar will offer wines by the glass, tasting flights, and bottles from small producers alongside familiar Spanish and European labels. Staff knowledge matters: sommeliers or attentive staff who can explain grape varieties, vintage differences and pairing suggestions will enhance the experience.
Other markers of quality include a concise, focused food menu with local pairings (seafood, tapas, sobrassada, local cheeses), an emphasis on seasonal releases, and a comfortable atmosphere—indoor cellars for cooler months and terraces for summer evenings. Practical features such as reasonable corkage, a take-home bottle option, and clear opening hours (many places get busy after 20:00) make planning easier. Finally, consider seeking out bars that host tastings or meet-the-winemaker events to deepen your appreciation of Mallorcan wine culture.
When do wine bars in Palma open and close?
5 of the 5 wine bars listed in Palma publish their opening hours. The median one opens at 5 pm and closes at 12 am on a typical trading day.
Sunday is the day that catches visitors out: 3 venues in Palma (60% of those with published hours) trade on Sunday, against 2 on Monday. 1 open seven days a week.
4 addresses stay open past 10 pm, which matters if you are buying after dinner rather than before it. Enoteca 1918 Club closes latest, at 1:30 am.
At the other end of the day, The Wine Side | Restaurante de producto en Palma de Mallorca opens earliest, at 1 pm.
These hours come from each venue's own Google Business Profile as read in March 2026. They are regular hours: public holidays, August closures and harvest-season changes are not reflected, so call ahead for a specific date.
What the ratings in Palma actually say
The 5 rated wine bars in Palma carry 1,142 reviews between them. The mean rating is 4.88 out of 5 and the median is 4.9, and 5 venues hold 4.5 or better — 100% of the list.
Enoteca 1918 Club carries the highest rating with a review base large enough to mean something: 5.0 from 89 reviews. The Wine Side | Restaurante de producto en Palma de Mallorca is the most reviewed address in Palma, at 385.
A five-star average is worth less than it looks on a venue with a dozen reviews, which is why the ranking above is sorted by rating and review volume together rather than by rating alone. The rating also measures the visit, not the cellar: service, queueing and the state of the room all land in the same number as the wine selection. It is a starting filter, not a verdict on what is on the shelf.
Palma compared with the rest of Spain
Palma accounts for 5 of the 136 wine bars we list across Spain, spread over 10 cities.
Sunday is harder here than elsewhere: 60% of venues in Palma open on Sunday against 69% nationally, 9 points lower.
Both columns are computed from the same rows that build these pages, so the national figure moves whenever a city's listing does.
| Measure | Palma | Spain |
|---|---|---|
| Venues listed | 5 | 136 |
| Mean rating | 4.88 | 4.62 |
| Open on Sunday | 60% | 69% |
| Median closing time | 12 am | 12 am |
Where to look next from Palma
This listing is short on purpose: Palma has 5 wine bars that publish enough public information to describe honestly, and we would rather say that than pad the page. A short list usually means the trade here runs through supermarkets and restaurants rather than specialists, not that the city drinks badly.
Other wine venues in Palma: 19 wine restaurants, 20 wine shops, 12 wineries and tasting rooms. In a city with a thin specialist trade, the restaurant list is often where the interesting bottles actually are.
The nearest larger listings in Spain are Bilbao (17), Seville (16), Murcia (15), Barcelona (15), Las Palmas (14). Each is a separate page with its own hours, ratings and map.
Bottom line
Palma has 5 wine bars on this list, averaging 4.88 out of 5 across 1,142 reviews. The median address opens at 5 pm and closes at 12 am; 3 of the 5 with published hours open on Sunday.
If you only have time for one stop, Enoteca 1918 Club is the highest-rated address with a real review base (5.0 from 89).
Ratings, hours and price bands here come from public venue profiles read in March 2026; they describe how an address is reviewed, not how good its wine list is. Confirm hours before travelling for a specific bottle.
Buying wine in Spain: age, tax and trading rules
Selling alcohol to anyone under 18 is prohibited across every autonomous community in Spain; the detail of enforcement is regional, the age is not.
Spain levies no excise duty on wine — the rate in the European Commission's tables is €0 per hectolitre — so the tax on the bottle is IVA at the standard 21%. A Spanish wine is cheap on the shelf partly because the state takes nothing off the alcohol itself.
Trading hours are set regionally rather than nationally, and tourist zones in Madrid, Barcelona and the coastal cities carry a liberalised regime that lets shops open on Sundays. That is the main reason Sunday coverage varies so much between Spanish cities in the table above.
Sources: European Commission — Excise Duty Tables, Part I: Alcoholic Beverages
Local Tips
01
Try vermut the Mallorcan way
Order a glass of vermut on tap, typically served with olives, anchovies or a small tapa. Weekends in Palma often center around a relaxed vermut ritual—perfect for a late-morning or early-afternoon visit.
02
Visit during grape harvest season
Plan your trip for September–October to catch harvest events, winery open days and fresh releases from DO Binissalem and Pla i Llevant. Many bars promote new vintages and host winemaker evenings at this time.
03
Pair local wines with Mallorcan flavors
Ask for pairings with sobrassada, Mahón-style cheeses and island seafood. Manto Negro pairs well with grilled meats, while Prensal Blanca complements shellfish and lighter tapas.
04
Explore on foot between neighborhoods
Palma is compact—walk from La Lonja to Santa Catalina then down to Portixol to experience diverse wine bar atmospheres. Evening strolls let you sample several venues in one night and enjoy the city’s ambiance.
FAQ
This directory spotlights five notable wine bars in Palma: Enoteca 1918 Club, Vinito vermutería & winebar, Bishop Wine Studio, The Wine Side and El Vinho. There are other smaller spots around the Old Town and Santa Catalina, but these five represent a mix of Mallorcan-focused and international vinotecas.
La Lonja and the Old Town offer intimate enotecas and historic ambiance. Santa Catalina is Palma’s food quarter with lively bars and excellent tapas pairings. For seaside settings, head to Portixol and Paseo Marítimo. Each area has a different vibe—candlelit cellars, buzzing counters or relaxed waterfront terraces.
Look for Binissalem and Pla i Llevant DOs featuring indigenous grapes: Manto Negro and Callet for reds, Prensal Blanca (Moll) for whites. Also sample newer styles like local rosés and natural/orange wines from small producers. Many bars rotate seasonal releases—ask for current winery highlights.
Reservations are recommended for popular evenings or weekend tastings, especially at intimate venues and restaurants that double as wine bars. For casual after-work visits you can often walk in, but calling ahead ensures a seat during busy dinner hours from 20:00 onward.
Expect a broad range: a glass typically ranges from modest local pours to pricier vintage selections. Tapas and small plates pairings are reasonably priced; a tasting flight or bottle service will increase the bill. Overall, Palma offers options for budget-friendly sipping and more indulgent tasting experiences.
Many wine bars and vinotecas in Palma sell bottles to go, especially those focused on local producers. Some venues offer curated shop selections and gift-wrapping. If you plan to travel with wine, ask staff about packing or tax-free export options and be mindful of airline regulations.
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