Bruselas Steakhouse – reliable steaks in Palma

When you suddenly crave a proper steak in Palma, Bruselas is one of those reliable places to keep in mind. The restaurant is run by José Luis and Andrea and is only a few steps from Passeig del Born — convenient after a shopping trip when the bags are heavy and the appetite bigger. The rooms are in an old town house; you go down a few steps and immediately feel a little removed from the hustle and bustle. The menu includes grass-fed beef from Argentina, Galicia and the USA; there are also some Kobe options, a few creative burgers and daily dishes like the menú del día, which is often offered at around €13 at lunchtime. I like the restaurant's small, straightforward character: staff who speak several languages, a compact wine list with a helpful overview, and dishes that don't try to be more complicated than they are. Especially on cooler evenings the atmosphere is cosy; in summer the indoor spaces are a blessing when the old town gets narrower and fuller. In short: solid steaks, pleasant prices and a touch of family behind the stove.