The Port Tambayan — Restaurant in Palma

⭐ The Port Tambayan – A Taste of the Philippines in Palma de Mallorca 🇵🇭🍻

Nestled in the heart of Palma, The Port Tambayan brings the warm, vibrant spirit of Filipino hospitality to the shores of Mallorca.

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🍽️ Food & Drinks

Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ (e.g. 4.5/5)

Highlights: • Authentic Filipino dishes like sisig, adobo, kare-kare, and lechon kawali • Delicious street food-style pulutan perfect with drinks • Icy cold San Miguel, Red Horse, and tropical cocktails

Review: The food captures the rich, home-cooked flavors of the Philippines. Whether you’re craving hearty ulam or just want a sizzling plate of pork sisig with calamansi on the side, this spot delivers. Portions are generous, and everything pairs perfectly with their great drink selection.

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🎶 Ambience & Atmosphere

Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐☆ (e.g. 4/5)

Expect a warm, laid-back vibe filled with laughter, Tagalog tunes, and the occasional karaoke showdown. It’s the kind of place where everyone feels like family — whether you’re Filipino or just love the culture.

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🎤 Entertainment & Events

Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐☆

Live bands, karaoke nights, and weekend gatherings bring the energy up. Great spot for OFWs to unwind or for tourists to experience genuine Filipino nightlife.

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💸 Price & Value

Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

Affordable and generous — just how a proper tambayan should be. You get real value for money, both in food quality and portion sizes.

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🧑‍🍳 Service

Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

Friendly, accommodating staff who make you feel right at home. Whether you’re a regular or a first-timer, expect genuine Filipino hospitality.

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✅ Final Verdict

Overall Rating: 4.5/5 The Port Tambayan isn’t just a bar — it’s a piece of the Philippines in Spain. Come for the food, stay for the people, and leave with a full belly and a...

I’m not a sailor. Nor am I Filipino. I’m a German who feels deeply connected to the maritime world – through my work, my passions, and a deep respect for those who live their lives at sea.

A recent business trip brought me to Palma de Mallorca. I had planned to meet three maritime innovators for interviews, but two appointments were cancelled at the last minute. Suddenly, I found myself with unexpected time – like a vessel whose course had shifted, anchored yet adrift.

I had deliberately chosen to stay near the harbor. Watching ships come and go has a strange, calming magic. There's a rhythm to port life that speaks to something deeper – movement, connection, purpose. And though I wasn’t boarding any ship, I felt a part of it all.

And then, by sheer luck, I passed a place called Port Tambayan.

I didn’t know what to expect – only that I was hungry and curious. “Tambayan,” I’ve since learned, is a Tagalog word for a place to gather, to unwind, to feel at home. And though I’m not Filipino, that’s exactly what this little restaurant offered: warmth, flavor, and the kind of hospitality that doesn’t need a shared passport to feel genuine.

The sizzling sisig, the rich kare-kare, the comforting tapsilog – every dish told a story. I was a stranger, but I was fed like a friend. And if the Philippines are even half as welcoming as this place, then my longing has found a new destination.

To all fellow travelers and seafarers: if your ship ever stops in Palma, treat yourself to the unexpected. The detour might just be the highlight.

Fair winds – and may your next "stranding" be as...

Had high hopes because I love Filipino food. We noticed that there were many locals here. Was busy and expected to wait some for food, but others kept getting food before us. Pansit brought out (dry, no flavor). Forgot our other order(think was sitting on counter somewhere). Asked waitress for some sort of sauce or hot sauce. Had to ask 2 more times to get anything. One time went up to counter to ask and was ignored by 3 employees so sat back down. The food and service here were very frustrating and...