Eating well in Lanzarote is not about chasing trends or long lists of “must-try” restaurants. It is about understanding how, where and when people eat on the island, and choosing places that fit your pace and the area where you are staying.
This page brings together local recommendations, simple and honest places, and restaurants where food is closely linked to the landscape and everyday life.
Some are perfect for a relaxed lunch, others for a quiet dinner, and many are best enjoyed without rushing.
Before moving on to specific recommendations, it helps to understand what you are likely to find on a menu in Lanzarote. Knowing a few traditional dishes will make it easier to recognise local food and choose with confidence.
- Papas arrugadas with mojo – small wrinkled potatoes boiled in sea salt, served with the island’s famous red and green mojo sauces.
- Gofio – a roasted corn or wheat flour, used in soups, desserts, or simply mixed with milk.
- Sancocho canario – a traditional fish stew, usually made with salted fish, potatoes, sweet potatoes, and gofio.
- Grilled limpets (lapas) – fresh from the ocean, often served with green mojo.
- Cherne (wreckfish) – one of the island’s favorite fishes, usually grilled or baked.
- Goat meat – slow-cooked, tender and full of local flavor.
- Bienmesabe – a sweet almond-based dessert, often served with ice cream.
- Lanzarote wine – Lanzarote’s unique volcanic wines, especially the white Malvasía from La Geria.
El Golfo
- Restaurante El Bogavante, ideal for enjoying seafood by the sea in a relaxed and serene atmosphere.
- Restaurante El Pescador, specializing in fresh fish and seafood, set back from the seafront but offering good service in a peaceful environment.
- Bar Cafetería Siroco: avoid going to Siroco when there are many buses parked, as the place gets crowded and loses its charm.
La Santa
The cuisine of La Santa reflects its connection to the sea.
- Almas Tapas
- El Barquillo
- Ana Viciosa
The carabineros prawns from La Santa are a culinary treasure, caught in the nearby deep waters, known for their intense flavor and bright red color.
Puerto Calero
- For sushi lovers, Sushi Bar Minato offers an authentic experience with fresh ingredients and a cozy atmosphere.
- Café de La Plaza, a perfect british corner to enjoy tea and homemade cakes in a relaxed setting. These spots not only provide culinary delights but also offer stunning views and a service that will make you feel right at home.
Playa Blanca
- Casa Carlos – located in Marina Rubicón, renowned for its meat specialties.
- El Buen Café – a charming little café in the Las Coloradas area.
- Brisa Marina (Juan El Majorero) – a historic seafront restaurant with views of Fuerteventura.
- Chiringuito Tropical, by the lighthouse area, right in front of the sea. Good place for paella or just having a drink at sunset
Puerto Del Carmen
- Café La Ola – on Avenida de las Playas, right by the sea, the perfect spot to enjoy charming sunsets.
- La Cascada – near El Varadero (Old Harbour), a beloved steakhouse highly appreciated by the locals
Costa Teguise
- La Forgia – located in Pueblo Marinero, an Italian restaurant that uses local products to create unique dishes.
- La Bohemia – the perfect place to enjoy a quality meat-based meal.
- El Bocadito – ideal for burger lovers.
Arrecife
- La Miñoca – a historic restaurant, much loved by locals, right in the heart of Charco San Ginés.
- Blue17 – a bar & café on the 17th floor of the Arrecife Gran Hotel.
- Que Muac – inside the Castillo de San José, offering views over the city’s harbor.
Arrieta
- El Amanecer – where you can enjoy a delicious fish-based meal with views over the Atlantic.
- La Casa de la Playa – near La Garita beach, known for its warm service and good food.
Punta Mujeres
- El Lago – not far from the natural pools area, ideal for a meal after a refreshing swim.
Small venues around the island
- In Tinajo and Masdache, the place to enjoy craft beer and homemade food is Cervecería Malpeis
- Tao: El Fomento, its traditional teleclub, offering homemade dishes and a warm, familiar atmosphere.
- In the village of Ye (near the Mirador del Río), famous for its grilled meat specialties, Grill La Corona.
- On Calle Mayor in Playa Honda, a must for wine lovers and good food enthusiasts, La Sede.
- In Tinguatón, a steakhouse set in a very peaceful environment, perfect after your hikes around El Cuervo or Caldera Blanca, Casa Satorno.
- In Femés, the place to taste authentic goat meat in a warm and familiar setting.
- Los Roferos – in Maguez, ideal for a tapas stop during your route through the north of Lanzarote.
- Munsoo – in Soo, a chill out venue not too far from the most famous Famara