Some places just have magic in them. A gastronomic destination in the heart of W Ibiza, La Llama is an ingenious combination of sophistication and exceptional dining. It is an elevated night-time experience, marked by thrilling inspiring moments and intense flavours.
As the name suggest (‘La Llama’ is the Spanish term for ‘the flame’) the restaurant pays a tribute to fire as an element of transformation. Fire ignites our passions and fuels our desires; it takes us back to our primitive origins. The restaurants’ exciting cuisine triggers a positive emotional response using the power of fire and the fragrance of smoke.
La Llama feels like a mysterious hideaway that you will only discover through an immersive journey. The experience begins at The Bridge Bar where the rituals commence to the satisfying sound of the tinkle of the ice in cocktails. Allow yourself to submerge into the anticipation of the evening with sensuous pre-dinner cocktails, then follow The Bridge Bar runway to the sliding wooden doors and enter the vibrant interior of La Llama.
The enveloping atmosphere of the interior sets the perfect tone for an exhilarating evening which will captivate your senses with its inviting energy. You will be greeted by uplifting beats from mixing decks as the chefs showcase their culinary talents at the open kitchen between flames and smoking aromatics setting a tantalizing scene. Characterised by sleek and contemporary design, the dining room is sumptuously decorated with velvet seating, glistening wall and ceiling panelling, and plenty of texture and flames presenting an atmospheric space. A top tip is to request a seat at the chef’s table for the à la carte or tasting menu allowing you to satisfy your curiosity and observe the chef as he enhances the flavours of a uniquely intense and bespoke dining experience.
Here the focus is on local produce, largely organic and with distinct Middle Eastern notes, select seafood and the most exclusive and finest world-cuts of meat selected by the nomadic team. La Llama is a place to gather and celebrate. It is an encounter of old and new cooking techniques, from the traditional clay Taboon oven to a modern open flame grill.
Savour the experience as the theatrics go on in the kitchen with a welcoming aperitif – non and low alcohol cocktails are just as serious here – and a glance at the menu which includes starters such as the beautifully crafted white fish ceviche with red leche de tigre or, for a moment between starters and mains, choose an ‘in-between’ dish from the selection. The Caviar Ocietra potato tortello with Parmigiano Reggiano and taboon roasted leek is a marvellous meatless signature dish.
For mains, get a taste of local Galician Blond or Michifuku Chile Wagyu. The intense aromas and rose buttery marbling will transport you to remote mountains and fields stretching into the distance. Hot and earthy spices tantalize the taste buds. An indulgent way to round off the meal could feature vanilla profiteroles with wine-poached pears or get a taste of the East with a golden and crispy Knafeh. The whole experience includes multiple tableside preparations to keep you in awe. As you dine you will hear the story behind exotic and less explored ingredients as well as the inspirations and origins of the culinary creativity at La Llama.
It is no surprise that La Llama boasts one of the largest wine cellars on the island where rare vintages share space with the most iconic bottles as well as those undiscovered ones which will fulfill the desires of the most discerning of palates.
La Llama, the new meeting-point on the island attracts a sophisticated, good-time crowd seeking a flavourful experience enlivened by dj beats featuring various artists. The restaurant is a hotspot for grown-up gatherings, and it’s easy to see why.
More secrets await after the meal… One-of-a-kind evenings and legendary nights, La Llama is where the essence of contemporary Ibizan dining is right now.