Mallorca’s Izakaya named world’s no.2 in Tripadvisor’s 2025 fine dining list

Izakaya in Palma has recently stormed into the global spotlight after being named No. 2 in Tripadvisor’s 2025 “Best of the Best” fine dining restaurants list, second only to Fogón Asado in Buenos Aires.

The award comes thanks to stellar user reviews — Izakaya holds a near-perfect 4.9 out of 5 from over 3,600 reviews. Izakaya bills itself as a “high-end Japanese restaurant,” combining traditional Japanese techniques and honouring ancestral culinary methods with a local twist.  The restaurant is located on Carrer Monsenyor Palmer 2, near Palma’s promenade.

Behind the brand is Dani Celis, who conceived Izakaya’s concept and vision.  Originally from Salliqueló in Argentina, Celis made his way into Spain’s hospitality scene, eventually turning his attention to Japanese gastronomy.

Today, the kitchen is led by Head Chef Carlos Piedrabuena together with Itamae (Japanese sushi master) Masahide Ozawa and Sous Chef Karol Koper – a team that blends deep technical ability with culinary creativity.  Their menu includes delicacies like o-toro tuna belies, usuzukuri, mushroom agedashi, foie dumplings and inventive nigiri.

A new course for Mallorca’s culinary scene

Mallorca’s reputation as a food destination has been steadily rising in recent years, with acclaimed restaurants such as Voro in Canyamel — the island’s only two-Michelin-starred establishment — and DINS Santi Taura, Adrián Quetglas, and Béns d’Avall all helping to redefine the island’s fine-dining landscape. From the mountains of Sóller to the old streets of Palma, chefs have been elevating local produce and global techniques to new creative heights.

Now, Izakaya’s global recognition marks another significant leap forward. The award not only celebrates a single restaurant’s excellence but also cements Mallorca’s standing among the world’s most exciting gastronomic destinations. It signals that the island’s culinary ambitions have matured beyond regional acclaim — they now command global attention.

For food lovers, this is confirmation of what locals have long known: Mallorca’s dining scene is in full bloom. With world-class talent already at the helm and Izakaya’s success propelling the island even further into the spotlight, Mallorca’s gastronomic journey has just moved on to an exciting new course.