10 Best Local Restaurants in Lanzarote

Cofradia de Pescadores Restaurante is one of the best Mediterranean-style restaurants in Lanzarote. It's located right by the ferry port in Playa Blanca, making it a convenient choice for those waiting for their boat.

The restaurant is most well-known for its fresh seafood. You can expect generous portion sizes and large plates of local fish, calamari, mussels, and prawns. While the restaurant’s exterior is not overly glamorous, regular customers agree that the delicious food and friendly staff make it one of the most underrated lunch spots on the island.

La Casa de La Playa is a casual local restaurant on Playa de la Garita. It offers diners an incredible view of the ocean from an outdoor patio. You can enjoy a wide range of BBQ meals, with local meat and fresh seafood being popular choices from the menu.

The laidback restaurant is busiest in the afternoon when beachgoers head in for lunch and drinks. La Casa de La Playa also offers an extensive drinks list, with plenty of local beers and wine to choose from. The friendly staff are happy to translate the menu for foreigners and those who can’t read Spanish.

El Barquillo is a lovely bar and grill in La Santa. The local restaurant lies on the quieter side of the island in a local fishing village, offering an authentic dining experience. The no-frills dining place is known for delicious and fresh seafood, including prawns, octopi, and a range of fish. Some regular diners believe that it's also home to one of the best mojo sauces on the island.

Located just a street back from the sea, El Barquillo has a very simple interior, but the highlight is the quality food and friendly staff. While it’s usually filled with locals rather than travellers, the atmosphere is welcoming to all.

Mercado Municipal de Abastos de Haria is an indoor market in Haria. Its dining area is well-known among locals and travellers as one of Lanzarote's best places to enjoy some local cuisine. The small market hosts a range of shops and local artisans, including a tapas bar, fishmonger, butcher, patisserie, groceries, and a cafe.

Mercado Municipal de Abastos de Haria has plenty of indoor seating if you want to dine in. You can also opt for takeaways if you want to enjoy your meal on the go. It's a popular place for lunch, with fast service and very reasonable prices. You can find plenty of local seafood, desserts, authentic mojo sauces, and artisan cheeses for sale.

El Fondeadero is a local Spanish restaurant just northwest of Playa de la Caleta. It’s a no-frills place with very laidback dining, making it a great spot for a relaxing lunch with some locals. The highlight of its affordable menu is fresh seafood, with generous portions and good value for money compared to Las Palmas’ higher-end options.

El Fondeadero has a bar serving local wines, beers, and spirits from lunchtime onwards. The friendly staff are happy to decipher the menu for non-Spanish speakers. The popular menu del dia (menu of the day) usually consists of multiple courses, including fresh seafood.

El Tenique is a traditional restaurant in the small town of Tiagua. It has both indoor and outdoor seating, with a sunny terrace for warm weather. The menu features local artisan cheeses, goat meat stew, ceviche, and grilled seafood. The restaurant also has a bar serving local wine, liqueurs, and beer.

While pricier than other local restaurants, El Tenique is known for serving high-quality and authentic Canarian food. The surrounding rural setting makes the dining experience much more relaxing compared to many other coastal towns in Lanzarote.

Taberno de Nino is a popular Spanish restaurant near Playa Blanca in Puerto del Carmen. Despite being located among plenty of other restaurants in the town centre, this particular spot stands out with its incredible tapas and traditional desserts.

Taberno de Nino offers an intimate dining affair, featuring a wonderful display of local dishes with plenty of vegan and vegetarian options to cater to different dietary requirements. Its friendly staff are welcoming to all visitors. We recommend booking a table as the small place is very popular during peak lunch and dinner hours.

Centro Cultural La Tegala is a traditional restaurant in Haria, towards the northern part of Lanzarote. It serves traditional Canarian food with a Spanish twist. Standouts include goat stew and grilled octopus with local mojo sauce. You can also try traditional desserts like gofio mousse, which is made from ground and toasted cereals.

Centro Cultural La Tegala is a relaxing spot for lunch. It’s located at the end of a pedestrian road, right next to an old church. It has outdoor dining under umbrellas for when the sun is out in Lanzarote. While it’s still a hidden gem, regular diners often consider it to be one of the best local restaurants in the northern half of the island. 

Simple & Natural is a local cafe in Centro Comercial El Pueblo, just northeast of Playa Blanca. The trendy cafe has vintage-style chairs, along with plenty of greenery and plants decorating the walls. While the menu features classic European meals like pizza, bruschetta, and burgers, it’s a very popular hangout spot for locals and travellers alike.

The cafe is both a busy brunch and lunch spot, offering a range of delicious cakes and coffee in the morning and an afternoon menu filled with filling meals. The friendly atmosphere means people tend to linger longer than usual, especially on the outdoor patio during a warm day.

Bar Cafeteria El Pisquito is a popular seafood restaurant right on the coast of Arrieta. The oceanfront eatery offers beautiful sea views from its outdoor patio dining area. While the view is undoubtedly the highlight, its fresh seafood dishes also get rave reviews from satisfied diners.

The menu features grilled seafood, including octopus and a variety of freshly caught fish. You can enjoy traditional Canarian dishes, served with mojo sauce. Its bar serves local wines and beers, as well as spirits like gin and rum.