When it comes to lunch and dinner, the cuisine at El Náutico Ibiza is Spanish at its core. Barcelona-born Barba’s menu leans into his culinary roots, drawing on cherished family recipes and Catalonian traditions, with the addition of some beloved Ibicenco dishes. The abundant produce from Ibiza and fresh seafood from the surrounding Mediterranean Sea (Barba collaborates with local farmers and fishermen wherever possible) are undoubtedly the stars of the show, and diners can expect honest, unpretentious flavours that are nothing short of scrumptious.

Sharing plates at El Náutico Ibiza include silky slices of jamón Ibérico or salty anchovies with roasted vegetables and goat cheese; the perfect aperitivos before the main event. Clams in salsa verde; perfectly grilled Ibiza red prawns, and wild fish of the day are just a small selection of what’s on offer. Rice dishes are a speciality, with a plethora of options including the chef’s favourite, arroz de costillas y pollo – a paella-style dish with chicken and fall-off-the-bone pork ribs; delectable macarrones de bullit de peix, an Ibicenco pasta inspired by a recipe that Barba’s father would prepare for him; and the Friday lunchtime special arroz meloso de bogavante – a Spanish rendition of risotto with blue lobster.

There are always specials to choose from such as a zucchini carpaccio with a walnut and parmesan vinaigrette; raw tuna served with a zingy green apple and guacamole sauce; or squid with a melt-in-the-mouth meat stuffing. An order of arroz caldoso de langosta (spiny lobster in a brothy rice) is a treat for the table while the salt-crusted sea bass is skilfully filleted tableside. The selection of grilled meats at El Náutico Ibiza features a tender entrecôte grilled to perfection; sweet and sour pork ribs served with a fennel and ginger salad; and the famous el chateaubriand de Danny – a generous beef tenderloin served with a creamy Béarnaise sauce.

Whether you’ve stayed after lunch and accidentally entered golden hour or made your way to El Náutico Ibiza specifically for dinner, a new energy falls on the restaurant as the stars begin to sparkle. Classic cocktails, like a margarita, mojito or espresso martini, become essential accompaniments for the table, along with chilled glasses (or bottles) of wine from the curated cellar, with a strong Spanish representation. When the feast is over, the restaurant’s decadent postres make a compelling case for always saving room for dessert. The classic crema catalana and the richly tart cheesecake are a dream for those with a sweet tooth.

For parents, one of the most-loved elements at El Náutico Ibiza is the in-house Kids Corner – open on Saturdays and Sundays between 1pm and 6pm. This safe and supervised haven is where little ones are kept entertained with games, arts and crafts, and fun activities before being treated to a delicious children’s meal at lunchtime, letting the grown-ups kick back and enjoy their experience. And as the steamy summer gives way to cooler autumn days and nights, clients can also book the space for an enchanting wedding, a private team-building event, or a cinematic celebration beneath the stars. Seamlessly adapting to every season like a chameleon changing its colours, El Náutico Ibiza is a year-round haven for lovers of food, style and typical island life.