Ca'n Joan de s'Aigo
Ca'n Joan de s'Aigo
Historic café and pastry house on Carrer de Can Sanç in Palma's old town, operating since the 18th century ("since 1700" per its own site). Known for handmade ensaimadas, almond ice cream, thick hot chocolate and traditional cakes, served in a room decorated with antique lamps and marble tables.
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About Ca'n Joan de s'Aigo
The Story
Ca'n Joan de s'Aigo is a historic Mallorcan café and pastry house operating since the 18th century, per its own site ("since 1700"). Its original Can Sanç location sits in Palma's old town, just steps from the church of Santa Eulàlia. The house is known for its ensaimadas, homemade ice creams (including its traditional almond ice cream), thick hot chocolate, quarto cakes and cremadillos. The business now also runs locations at Carrer del Sindicat 74 and Carrer del Baró de Santa Maria del Sepulcre 5 in Palma.
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Ca'n Joan de s'Aigo Ratings & Reviews
Diner Ratings
4.6
approx. 7,600 reviews
TripAdvisor
4.4
1,652 reviews
The Can Sanç location rates 4.4/5 on TripAdvisor from 1,652 reviews.
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Ca'n Joan de s'Aigo Dining Experience
The venue's own site describes antique lamps and marble tables inside a room where, in its words, "history blends with the calm of Palma's historic center." It is one of the city's oldest continuously operating cafés, a few steps from the church of Santa Eulàlia near Plaça de Cort.
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Ca'n Joan de s'Aigo Location & Neighbourhood
Address
Carrer de Can Sanç, 10, 07001 Palma de Mallorca, Illes Balears, Spain
Getting There
Ca'n Joan de s'Aigo's original Can Sanç café sits in the heart of Palma's old town, a few steps from the church of Santa Eulàlia and close to Plaça de Cort, an easy walk from the cathedral. A quick taxi or drive from Palma de Mallorca Airport; no car needed once in town.
Nearby
Palma is Mallorca's capital, its old town clustered inside medieval walls around the Gothic La Seu cathedral on the seafront. A long promenade runs along the harbour, while the centre's narrow streets hold markets and historic buildings across the old town and surrounding neighbourhoods. Ca'n Joan de s'Aigo sits on Carrer de Can Sanç.
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Ca'n Joan de s'Aigo Reservations, Hours & Contact
Opening Hours
| Day | Hours |
|---|---|
| Monday | 8:00–21:00 |
| Tuesday | 8:00–21:00 |
| Wednesday | 8:00–21:00 |
| Thursday | 8:00–21:00 |
| Friday | 8:00–21:00 |
| Saturday | 8:00–21:00 |
| Sunday | 8:00–21:00 |
Ca'n Joan de s'Aigo hours verified 2026-07-20. Contact the restaurant to confirm.
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Questions
Ca'n Joan de s'Aigo FAQ
What are Ca'n Joan de s'Aigo's opening hours?
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The Can Sanç location is open every day from 8:00am to 9:00pm, per the venue's own site, making it easy to drop in any time of day.
Where is Ca'n Joan de s'Aigo?
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The original Can Sanç café is at Carrer de Can Sanç, 10, in Palma's old town, a few steps from the church of Santa Eulàlia near Plaça de Cort.
What does Ca'n Joan de s'Aigo serve?
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Ca'n Joan de s'Aigo is a historic pastry and ice-cream house known for handmade ensaimadas, traditional almond ice cream, thick hot chocolate, quarto cake and cremadillos.
How long has Ca'n Joan de s'Aigo been open?
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It has been operating since the 18th century, "since 1700" per its own site, making it one of Palma's oldest continuously running cafés, still known for its ensaimadas and hot chocolate.
Can I order ensaimadas ahead at Ca'n Joan de s'Aigo?
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Yes, ensaimadas can be reserved, but the venue's own site asks that orders be placed at least two days in advance, so plan ahead if you want one to go.