If the walls of Ca n’Eduardo could talk, they would tell stories of a Palma that many barely remember. Since our opening in 1943, we have witnessed the city’s growth, the transformation of its port, and the evolution of La Lonja over time. Eight decades have passed, and although everything around us has changed, we are still here, gazing at the sea, a silent witness to history.
A restaurant with history
This is one of the old photographs we cherish—a group of regular customers who frequently dined at the restaurant. We also keep portraits of our past kitchen team in the middle of service, an image that captures the artisanal work of traditional cooking.
Back then, Ca n’Eduardo was still called Casa Eduardo and operated as a humble eatery where sailors, fishermen, and travelers gathered to share zarzuelas, bouillabaisses, and seafood rice dishes. It was simple cuisine, with recipes that still evoke the essence of the island today.
Outside, Palma has changed too. Where once llaüts (traditional Mallorcan boats) were moored along the docks of La Lonja, modern yachts and leisure boats now dominate the scene. The port, once merely a starting point for fishermen, has become a vibrant space, filled with life, tourists, and locals enjoying the waterfront.
Yet despite this growth, the essence of the port remains. Fresh fish still arrives every day, just as it did eighty years ago. La Lonja, with its imposing Gothic architecture, remains a symbol of the city’s maritime history, and from our terrace, we continue to watch the boats come and go—just as we always have.
A place frozen in time
Much has changed over these eight decades, but at Ca n’Eduardo, we continue to uphold the same spirit with which we began. Our menu, though evolved, still pays tribute to the dishes we served when Palma was a different place. The large windows have replaced the small ones of the past, but the tables are still filled with diners coming to enjoy the flavors of tradition.
Because, even as the city’s landscape continues to transform, some places endure the passage of time. And here, with views of the bay and the port, we remain a part of Palma’s history. If you want to be part of it too, book your table.
