ARCHIPELAGOES - Menorca

Es Castell

Situated a short distance from Mahon, is the town of Es Castell, with it's two inlets, Calas Fons and Calas Corb, the most easterly town in Spain. The town has a long military history, which can still be seen today in its architecture. The most obvious is the central square, which was the main parade ground. Now its a park for children and has in the centre a very friendly bar where you can sit sipping on one of the local specialities. It was originally named Georgetown by the English who built it, and later renamed Real Villa de San Carlos (Villacarlos) when the island was under Spanish rule. lt is now known as Es Castell, The Castle, because of its proximity to the Fort of San Felip. Es Castell has at the end of July it's own "Fiesta deSan Jaume", a must if you are lucky enough to be here when it's on.

Es Castell, has plenty to offer its visitors; shopping, restaurants and nightlife. There are market days twice a week, and the Fiesta de San Juame, at the end of July. Most of the bars and restaurants are situated around the two coves, Calas Fons and Calas Corb, It is said that Calas Corb is so named because the bodies of the escapees from the quarantine island in the harbour were sometimes washed up here.

Calas Fons.

Is the main place to head for, it has something to suit all pockets and all tastes, Many of the shops and restaurants are built into caves in the walls around the harbour, with a wide range of items from ceramics to the hand made Menorquin sandals on sale, all in a relaxing setting. At night the harbour comes to life and is a good place to go for an evening meal and drink.
Just off the roundabout outside Es Castell is the prehistoric village of Trepuco here can be found a large taylot. The village has been excavated and can be seen in the next field to the west, part of it dates back to the first or second millennium BC, it is well worth a visit.

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Eating

Bar Espania A must for all visitors to the island. A family run Spanish restaurant with excellent menu, service and price. Well known as a fish restaurant, highly recommended. On carrer Victori just off the main square
The Espania exceeded the report in the “recommended restaurants”. On 27/10/2000, the “menu del dia” gave a choice of three starters, three main courses and four sweets. WE had paella, veal in a sauce and creme caramel. The two meals cost 1950 pts (£7.20) and that included 50cl of house wine and a bottle of water

Lalola Pizzeria Situated in the small harbour family run with a excellent menu. Each day a menu of the day is displayed both lunch and evening time and this is very good value e.g. three course with bread and wine [not just a glass ether]

Hotel Hamilton This is the sister hotel to the Pueblo. The same style buffet menu, again payment at the desk before you enter excellent views of the port of Mahon from the dining room. (More suitable for adults).

CanDelio Lunch was about £5 for three courses including a very respectable wine. We had gazpacho, tuna salad and sardines and they were phenomenal - so fresh! The meal we had one evening was just as good - more pricey but beautiful scenery and a real buzz about the place. Superb food and friendly staff.

Club Nautico Villa Carlos Calas Fons, Es Castell
tel 362542

If you walk right to the end of Es Castell harbour there's a door marked Es Castell Yacht Club.' If you go up the stairs you come out onto a lovely terrace with a wonderful view of Es Castell. Go for lunch - it's wonderful. £5 for three courses including wine. We had paella and scallops with cheese and leek to start, Cuttlefish and a massive piece of lamb for main and lovely menorcan ice cream for pud. Good wine too. The staff don't speak much English but they're really nice and don't mind playing 'dinner give us a clue' What a find!!!!

Bar Irene just above the harbour at Cala Fons, Es Castell excellent value at 1,750 ptas [2000] for 3 courses, wine, water and bread. This year they have extended out onto the pavement at the front.

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Facilities

Place	Contact	Address	Information

Lodging




Eating
Bar Espania			A must for all visitors to the island. A family run Spanish restaurant with excellent menu, service and price. Well known as a fish restaurant, highly recommended. On carrer Victori just off the main square The Espania exceeded the report in the “recommended restaurants”. On 27/10/2000, the “menu del dia” gave a choice of three starters, three main courses and four sweets. WE had paella, veal in a sauce and creme caramel. The two meals cost 1950 pts (£7.20) and that included 50cl of house wine and a bottle of water
Lalola Pizzeria		Situated in the small harbour	family run with a excellent menu. Each day a menu of the day is displayed both lunch and evening time and this is very good value e.g. three course with bread and wine [not just a glass ether]
Hotel Hamilton			This is the sister hotel to the Pueblo. The same style buffet menu, again payment at the desk before you enter excellent views of the port of Mahon from the dining room. (More suitable for adults).
CanDelio			Lunch was about £5 for three courses including a very respectable wine. We had gazpacho, tuna salad and sardines and they were phenomenal - so fresh! The meal we had one evening was just as good - more pricey but beautiful scenery and a real buzz about the place. Superb food and friendly staff.
Club Nautico Villa Carlos		Calas Fons, Es Castell tel 362542	If you walk right to the end of Es Castell harbour there's a door marked Es Castell Yacht Club.' If you go up the stairs you come out onto a lovely terrace with a wonderful view of Es Castell. Go for lunch - it's wonderful. £5 for three courses including wine. We had paella and scallops with cheese and leek to start, Cuttlefish and a massive piece of lamb for main and lovely menorcan ice cream for pud. Good wine too. The staff don't speak much English but they're really nice and don't mind playing 'dinner give us a clue' What a find!!!!
Bar Irene		just above the harbour at Cala Fons, Es Castell	excellent value at 1,750 ptas [2000] for 3 courses, wine, water and bread. This year they have extended out onto the pavement at the front.

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