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Bambuddha restaurant, located on the San Juan Road is one the most famous and best-loved Ibiza restaurants. In fact, I admit that when Ibiza Spotlight heard that they had redesigned the interior and the menu, we were a bit nervous. After all, why reinvent the wheel? Off we went curiously to investigate!

Parking in the large car-park provided, I entered what has always been one of my favourite Ibiza restaurants. Walking into the restaurant for the first time is a classic Ibiza experience. You could be forgiven for thinking you had somehow been teleported to a temple in Goa. Statues of exotic deities gaze serenely upon you as you walk past incredibly beautiful people lounging around in opulent VIP sections decked out in ruby red silk and plush, gold cushions. Erotic artefacts bestow a sensual, decadent ambience beneath the tropical bamboo canopy that shelter diners from the elements whilst allowing for al fresco dining.

The cocktail bar was buzzing. My presence was acknowledged immediately by the smiling bartenders and in no time at all, I was sipping an Erotic blend of cachaa, basil, balsamic, lime, cinnamon and strawberry. Simply delectable.

5 minutes later and our table was ready. Our drinks were carried for us. The menu was handed to us, already open, in the correct language, on the correct page. We were immediately brought water and a gorgeous selection of prawn crackers, olive bread, black olive tapenade and creamy hummus whilst we perused their sumptuous MediterrAsian fusion menu, unique amongst Ibiza restaurants.

Our extremely knowledgeable waiter discussed the menu with us, answering all our questions with easy expertise. Not only could she describe each dish in detail, she even knew the origin of all the produce used and the methods of cooking and preparation. Where was the black Angus steak sourced? In the U.S., from one of the finest black Angus farms in the world. How was it cooked? On a volcanic stone grill using only the finest, Ibiza cherry tree branches, because of the unsurpassed taste it infuses into the meat. Of course.

After great deliberation my companion chose the 24 hours slow roasted lamb and for me, sizzling tiger prawns served on a bed of vegetables in Thai sauce with jasmine rice.

Dazzled by the impressive wine-list, their resident Sommelier came over to discuss our options. Enquiring politely as to our choices for mains, he recommended a soft, mellow red that would compliment both our meals. This wine was chosen for the Oscar ceremonies last year, he informed us proudly. Bambuddha, as you may have begun to realize, is one of the finest Ibiza restaurants there is.

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Review: Bambuddha Restaurant, Ibiza - Ibiza Spotlight