When the urge for a burger comes, few things can satisfy a growling appetite for one.
There's just something about a thick, juicy patty, sandwiched perfectly within a toasted bun that makes the mouth water. Especially when accompanied by a fresh garnish, delicious homemade sauce and extra toppings. Throw in a few crisp fries and even crispier onion rings, and you’ve won our hearts over completely.
Whether you want a tender beef, crunchy chicken or vegetable delight, it's a versatile all-rounder that can meet all our desires.
Whilst Ibiza might be an island known for its traditional Mediterranean cuisine and fusion styles, there's still plenty of room for the humble (and the not-so-humble) burger. Plain and simple or bells and whistles, the restaurants of Ibiza are here to serve you.
Without further ado, here are our top picks for those meaty mountains and perfect veggie patties. For a complete list, head to our burgers home page.
Chimichurri
On the road between San José and San Antonio
Chimichurri and its famed Argentinian grill are renowned across the island, with both residents and holidaymakers alike. From the outside, it may look unassuming, but step inside and the beautiful traditional Spanish interior opens up into a stunning garden terrace. The full menu is a carnivore's paradise, but we’re here to talk about the burger.
Barely contained within the toasted brioche bun, the 220-gram homemade beef burger is a juicy meat mountain you must grant yourself enough time to successfully conquer.
Stacked high and crammed with all the necessary fillings - no skimping on the cheddar cheese here - it's served alongside crunchy onion rings and fancy fluted chips.
EsBirra
Es Caná, near the hippie market
Located next to the famous Punta Arabí hippy market in Es Caná, EsBirra is a north-island favourite. Open every day, its laidback, open terrace is often bustling with holidaymakers and locals all keen to grab a bite of their affordable menu.
There’s much to choose from, but you really can't go wrong with any of the half-dozen burger choices. Each comes with a chunky 200-gram pattie of meat or plant-based alternative.
We wager you'll "umm" and "ahhh" over the American burger or crispy chicken, but we're partial to the 'Special' with its hunky Argentinian patty, rustic potatoes and chimichurri sauce. They'll be no growling stomachs after this one.
Project Social
Santa Eulalia, near to the Marina
A vibrant and lively restaurant, Project Social is a fantastic street-food-style venue just a few steps from the pretty Santa Eulalia marina.
The word ‘craft’ runs through the menu here, from beers to burgers, to a pretty epic vegetarian and vegan menu. Of the seven meatless masterpieces (there are even more food options in the rest of the menu), the ‘Pulled Jack’ certainly stands out.
Made with fully-flavoured, barbecue-pulled jackfruit, with creamy coleslaw and gherkins, served in a 100% spelt bun. Could it be enough to drag meat eaters to the dark side? We reckon so.
The Kitchen 62
San Antonio Bay
Sporting the Balearic Islands Best Burger award (2022–2023) and landing a Top 10 spot in the Spanish Burger Awards in the same period, The Kitchen 62 is not a joint to miss. The menu covers all the classics, plus dry-aged patties for those after an extra hit of beefiness. However, it's their signature burger, the Lotus Dry Aged, that we’re here to talk about.
Imagine a juicy 40-day-aged beef patty, dripping with melted cheddar, smoky bacon jam, along with, wait for it, a supersweet lotus biscuit spread on top. Not only that, but a crunchy lotus biscuit sticks proudly from the bun. A true show stopper.
We know you may think this is no match in burger heaven, but trust us, it's a magical combination you’ll go to the very last bite for.
Word Of Mouth Ibiza
Santa Eulalia, at the end of the seafront promenade
One of the coolest venues in town, Word of Mouth, or WOM as it's affectionately known, is an uber-relaxed hangout favoured by locals and holidaymakers alike.
The boho vibes, great music, and lovely staff are all an added bonus to the beautifully curated and authentic menu they have crafted here.
One of our favourites is the OMFVG (vegan) burger. Made with a tasty tempeh patty, fresh salad, their own special house pickles and topped with creamy whipped almond ricotta. Dining on this is definitely an OMFG moment.
666 La Buena Muerte
Figueretas, not far from the beach
It can get hot in the kitchen, but at 666 La Buena Muerte, Ryan’s Ibiza Apartments, their eternal fiery furnace has its chef hot under the collar.
Its range of voodoo-inspired smash burgers has already gathered devotees, making them finalists in the ranking of the third edition of the Spanish Burger Championship.
However, it's the meaty patty, topped with slow-smoked beef rib, Applewood cheese, and BBQ mayo of the Lucifer that normally calls us to the gates of burger heaven - or hell - the loudest.
Vicio Burger Club
[UNVRS] nightclub, not far from the dancefloor
You may not expect to find a full restaurant in the middle of a club, but that’s what sets [UNVRS] worlds and galaxies apart from everywhere else, excuse the pun.
We get it, mid-rave grub may not be for everyone, but VICIO makes a strong case with their six crave-worthy creations. In the early hours, however, we can’t expect our blurry eyes to make such important decisions, so we let our stomachs do the talking.
The Vicio Original always gets the vote. A double-smashed juicy beef patty, with French lettuce, vine-ripened tomato, stringy cheddar, pickles and the special VICIO sauce - made with more than 14 lip-licking ingredients - all in a delicious brioche bun. With the tunes banging in the background, it's gone in a second.
And yes, the fries and drool-worthy dips are just as unforgettable.
The Skinny Kitchen
Figueretas, on the seafront promenade
With beautiful views across Figueretas bay, The Skinny Kitchen is a light-filled restaurant with a pretty, open terrace that keeps you well fed from morning to night. All their dishes are beautiful, not just to look at but also to eat, and this also covers their special SK Smash Burgers.
Smashed in two varieties, both meat eaters and veggies will be happy here. You certainly won’t be hungry after the two-smash beef or veggie patties, with American cheese, salad garnish and a good dollop of their secret sauce. All served with skinny, crunchy, seasoned fries.
If you’re in San Antonio, check out their port-side location also.
Can Garage
On the road to Santa Eulalia
The barbecue and motorcycling enthusiasts at Can Garage near Santa Eulalia are the next contenders to throw their hats into the best burger ring.
By smoking the meat on their custom cooker - a very impressive piece of kit - they give every meaty masterpiece a signature ‘Can Garage’ flavour. One that really can't be replicated anywhere else.
One of our favourites, the Tipsy Texan, with its slow-cooked pulled pork and lashings of BBQ sauce. Take a deep breath of those aromas as you not only try to work out how they cram that all into the bun, but how you’ll fit it all in your mouth.
Luckily, the usual dining etiquette goes out the window when it comes to these towering burgers. So put your knife and fork down and get stuck right in. No judgment here.
Maneki
Cala Llonga, not far from the beach
Successfully attaining a perfect balance between Asian-inspired cuisine and succulent burgers, Maneki is a vibrant and vibey restaurant in Cala Llonga, with an uber-cool attitude to boot.
Easy to spot, the brightly coloured decor is as much fun as the lovely staff who look after you. Always helpful, you can ask for their suggestions, but there’s one burger we would like to personally recommend.
The Canibal Lecter is as intimidating as it sounds. Comprising of an 180g Angus beef patty, with cheddar cheese, caramelised onion, crispy bacon, and a grilled egg. Then to top it off, the special homemade sauce. Yum.
Wild Beets
Santa Gertrudis village
Right in the centre of Ibiza, Wild Beets is a vegan’s paradise. Its plant-based menu focuses on seasonal, organic and fresh produce, making every meal burst with nutrition and flavour.
The Green Burger is this summer's hot vegetarian contender. Made with chickpeas, peas and herbs and topped off with roasted aubergine, tahini, pickles, and a side of potatoes.
Handmade by attentive staff who ensure the restaurant's ethos and energy are crafted into every delicious plate.
Bambuddha
On the road from Ibiza to San Juan
Before we go, we've one small but important secret to share. While you will likely know Bambuddha and its signature ‘MediterrAsian’ menu, you may not have considered that a burger would feature on it, or get the shoutout we are about to give.
Despite being of the mini variety, the Wagyu burger is unbelievably big on taste. Light and airy, the bun is like a cloud that holds the rich, buttery and exquisite-tasting meat between it. The added pickled cucumber and sticky, sweet and spicy Zhong sauce turned this into a clear winner.
What a delicious delight.
So that's your island burger low-down. But if you are hungry for a little more variety, check out our restaurant guide to fulfil all your food desires.
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