What should I order at El Rincón?
El Rincón
Paella
Most frequently recommended item overall, praised in several forms including seafood, mixed, marisco, meat, vegan/vegetarian, and plain paella. Reviewers consistently call it fresh, flavorful, perfectly cooked, and one of the best in town.
Tapas
Repeatedly recommended for being varied, delicious, and authentic. Specific tapas like chorizo, Padrón peppers, calamari, and mixed tapas platter were singled out as excellent.
Sangria
Mentioned as freshly made and delicious, with one review calling it the best sangria in town. It is also recommended alongside the food as a strong part of the experience.
Garlic Shrimps
Specifically mentioned in a positive review as part of a recommended meal, standing out among the tapas-style dishes.
Sea Bass Baked In Salt
Described as excellent, fresh, and perfectly cooked, making it one of the standout seafood dishes.
Sole
Praised as excellent and also highlighted again as grilled sole that was very good, showing consistent positive feedback.
Chorizo In Hell
Recommended for its dramatic presentation and strong flavor; reviewers liked the sizzling ceramic pig serving style and said the chorizo was really tasty.
Pizza
Mentioned twice as very good, with one reviewer specifically praising the thin, well-cooked crust and another ordering a margherita pizza.
Location details
Carrer d'en Toni Costa, D'EN, 47, Cala d'Or, Balearic Islands, 07660, ES
Open in Google MapsHours
| Monday | 11 AM to 11 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 11 AM to 11 PM |
| Wednesday | 11 AM to 11 PM |
| Thursday | 11 AM to 11 PM |
| Friday | 11 AM to 11 PM |
| Saturday | 11 AM to 11 PM |
| Sunday | 11 AM to 11 PM |
About El Rincón
El Rincón is a restaurant in Cala d'Or, Balearic Islands, serving Spanish food, tapas, paella, and seafood dishes. Reviewers consistently praise the paella, especially seafood paella and mixed paella, along with friendly, attentive service. The restaurant is described as cozy and casual, with outdoor seating and a location a little off the main tourist area. It is popular for lunch, dinner, and solo dining, and the price range is €20-30.
Amenities & services
Service options
- Outdoor seating
- Dine-in
Highlights
- Great coffee
- Great wine list
Popular for
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Solo dining
Accessibility
- Wheelchair accessible entrance
- Wheelchair accessible seating
Offerings
- Alcohol
- Beer
- Cocktails
- Coffee
- Halal food
- Happy hour drinks
- Happy hour food
- Hard liquor
- Healthy options
- Late-night food
- Private dining room
- Quick bite
- Salad bar
- Small plates
- Vegan options
- Vegetarian options
- Wine
Dining options
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Dessert
- Seating
- Table service
Amenities
- Bar onsite
- Restroom
- Wi-Fi
- Free Wi-Fi
Atmosphere
- Casual
- Cozy
- Trendy
Crowd
- Family-friendly
- Groups
- Tourists
Planning
- Accepts reservations
Payments
- Credit cards
- Debit cards
- NFC mobile payments
- Credit cards
Children
- Good for kids
- Has changing table(s)
- High chairs
- Kids' menu
Parking
- Free parking lot
- Free street parking
- Usually plenty of parking
Frequently asked questions
What is El Rincón known for?
El Rincón is best known for paella, especially seafood paella and mixed paella, which reviewers call fresh, flavorful, and cooked to order. The tapas are also a standout, with repeated praise for chorizo, calamari, Padrón peppers, garlic shrimp, and pulpo a la gallega.
What dishes are most recommended at El Rincón?
The most recommended dishes are seafood paella, mixed paella, and the tapas platter, plus individual tapas like calamari, Padrón peppers, and chorizo. Reviewers also mention sea bass baked in salt, sole, dorada fish in salt, garlic shrimp, and tarta de queso as strong picks.
What is the atmosphere like at El Rincón?
The atmosphere is casual, cozy, and a little trendy, with both indoor seating and outdoor tables on a corner street. Reviewers describe it as a calm, off-the-main-tourist-area spot that works well for groups, families, and solo diners.
Is El Rincón good value, and what is the price range?
Yes, reviewers repeatedly describe it as good value, and the listed price range is €20-30. People mention generous portions, fresh paella cooked to order, complimentary appetizers or cava, and meals that felt worth the price.
How long is the wait for paella at El Rincón?
Paella is cooked fresh, so some reviewers mention about a 30-minute wait for the main course. That wait is presented as worth it, especially for the seafood paella and mixed paella.
Is parking available at El Rincón?
Yes. Free parking lot, Free street parking, Usually plenty of parking is available.
Does El Rincón have vegetarian options?
Yes, El Rincón offers vegan options.
Is the food at El Rincón halal?
Yes, El Rincón serves halal food.
Is El Rincón kid-friendly?
Yes, El Rincón is good for kids.
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