Restaurant El Ranxo Picader — Restaurant in Palma

What a pleasant surprise this place turned out to be!

We’re picky diners from NYC, weren’t quite sure what to expect, but the food here is absolutely fantastic. The suckling pig was absolutely insane - perfectly crispy skin with incredibly tender, flavorful meat that just melted in your mouth. You can tell they really know what they’re doing in the kitchen.

The flan was another standout - light and fluffy with just the right amount of sweetness. So many places make flan too heavy or cloyingly sweet, but this was perfectly balanced. And don’t get me started on the paella! The seasoning was spot-on, with every grain of rice perfectly cooked and infused with amazing flavor.

The whole experience exceeded our expectations. If you’re on the fence about trying this place, don’t hesitate - it’s definitely worth a visit. We’ll absolutely be back to work our way through more of the...

Didn’t start good when the waiter wouldn’t let my wife speak, kept telling her to wait while he was writing but we hadn’t even had chance to order anything yet. So still puzzled as to what he was writing. I ordered the T-Bone (they call it T-bone but it’s actually prime rib), my wife the Sirloin, we both asked for medium and they both came out Rare/blue and cold. Sent them back and they were a bit warmer and still rare when they brought them back. The steaks came with a very old and overcooked half potato, 1 slice of aubergine and 1 slice of courgette. My sons fish was definitely not a fresh piece of fish but from the freezer. Salads were lettuce and grated carrot with a few tomatoes. This meal was nothing worth paying for and the most average of home cooks could do a better job. Also they added ice to the...

This restaurant had such a cute setup think outdoor tables with a view and rustic Spanish decor inside. I was pumped to try it, but it didn’t quite deliver. The staff was polite but seemed like they were running around like headless chickens; our drinks took ages, and one order was wrong. The menu was loaded with options, but my paella was a letdown looked pretty but tasted flat, like they forgot half the ingredients. My mate’s pork was okay but nothing to write home about, and the portion was tiny for the price. The sangria was refreshing, and the crema catalana was a creamy highlight. The bill was reasonable, but I’ve had way better meals for less. If you’re starving and nearby, it’s not awful, but I wouldn’t go out of my way to eat here again. 😐 Just didn’t...