Es Cranc — Restaurant in es Mercadal

One of the worst dining experiences I have ever had at a restaurant ! Wanted to go there as it was recommended as one of the top places on the island to have the traditional Menorcan lobster stew . It was on the Michelins guide as a recommended restaurant and I have no idea how it’s possible to be recommended ! Overpriced tourist trap with the most tasteless broth on thf stew no flavour at all so bland like eating a can of tomato soup ! The service was horrible the waiter never bothered to refill our glasses with our sparkling water or to refill our wineglasses or add more lobster from the pot to our dish or ask how things tasted AWFUL !! The service was appalling and the lobster stew for 160 euros !!!! Worst dining experience I had on the week in Menorca You have been warned don’t waste your time and money at...

Dear reader, What an amazing place to dine for lunch. I would strongly recommend you book in advance. I took a chance and as there was only two of us, they found some space. Believe if we were more, might have been a struggle. This restaurant is very popular with locals and foreigners alike. So a great mix of atmosphere. The sea food is just exceptional. Very well prepared, and looks and tastes great. We decided on the lobster and we were not disappointed. Looking at other dishes around us, and the faces of the customers, their feeling was the same as mine… satisfaction. Located in a great spot, and free parking is near by. You can take in some of the tourist spots or just have an amble around town before dining. A must location as you travel...

The service was friendly and the setting lovely, with a beautiful terrace in the sun. However, the food didn’t quite live up to our expectations, especially considering the restaurant’s inclusion in the Michelin guide. While everything seemed fresh, the dishes lacked vibrancy and excitement. The croquettes were unremarkable, and the fish stew was disappointing compared to others I’ve had.

It feels as though the restaurant may be relying a bit too much on its reputation rather than focusing on the food itself. There’s clearly potential here, but the flavours didn’t stand out and nothing left us eager to return. Sadly, if I had the chance to choose again, I would have given this one a miss. It’s a shame, as we were genuinely looking...