Eat in Lanzarote like a local
where to eat in lanzarote
Lanzarote traditional dishes
Before we tell you about the local venues and which are our recommendations, we’d like to introduce you to Lanzarote’s most traditional dishes.
- 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.
- Malvasía wine – Lanzarote’s unique volcanic wines, especially the white Malvasía from La Geria.
Our recommendations
Discover the authentic flavors of Lanzarote through the places where locals gather.
From family-run restaurants to cozy cafés and seaside bars, here are our handpicked recommendations to help you savor the island like one of us.
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
Puerto Calero
- La Taberna del Puerto, where you can enjoy everything from delicious paella to vegetarian and vegan options by the sea.
- 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.
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.
Small towns venues
In Lanzarote’s small villages lies the island’s true gastronomic essence.
- Cervecería Malpeis – in Tinajo and Masdache, the place to enjoy craft beer and homemade food.
- El Fomento – Tao’s traditional teleclub, offering homemade dishes and a warm, familiar atmosphere.
- Grill La Corona – in the village of Ye (near the Mirador del Río), famous for its grilled meat specialties.
- La Sede – on Calle Mayor in Playa Honda, a must for wine lovers and good food enthusiasts.
- Casa Satorno – in Tinguatón, a steakhouse set in a very peaceful environment, perfect after your hikes around El Cuervo or Caldera Blanca.
- Casa Emiliano – 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
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.
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