When it comes to eating, there is a wide variety of options to suit different tastes and pockets. We’ll make it simple and arrange it by neighbourhoods and types of food.
LA GARITA BEACH
Just a few metres from the La Garita buffet we find the beach that gives it its name, here we have many places where we can satisfy our hunger.
For breakfast or a quick bite:
- You can have breakfast almost anywhere, but we definitely recommend La Panera, with a wide variety of sandwiches, sweets and cakes. It may be a little small, but it’s ideal for a quick bite to eat or a quick pick-me-up.
- Another option is the bakery La Fuente, not as glamorous as the first one, but very filling. Here you can have churros for breakfast, a good bocadillo de pata and even the famous calamares y papas (squid and potatoes) in the evenings.
- La Esquinita de La Garita is another interesting option, with two menus depending on whether it is breakfast or lunch, we recommend the toast with avocado, honey and walnuts.
More focused on lunch and dinner:
- Pizzería Da Ivan has quickly become a local gathering spot, located in the space of the iconic Ca´Minguin. Incredible Italian-style pizzas, with a crispy crust and high-quality ingredients. Currently one of the best options in La Garita.
- Staying with Italian cuisine, in a shopping gallery where the Post Office is located, you’ll find La Sessana, serving signature pasta and pizzas in a cozy setting. Don’t miss the mortadella and pistachio pizza. Mamma mia!
- Puerto Madera might be the most trendy place lately. Its location is privileged, almost on the beach, with an excellent menu featuring Canarian and international cuisine. On weekends, they have live music and a lively atmosphere. Ideal for dining and having a drink.
- While we wait for the opening of C.C. El Barco, which will expand La Garita’s gastronomic offer, a new restaurant has recently opened in the former La Tartataruga location: Bochinche Los Alisios. Mixing traditional Canarian «bochinche» cuisine with a modern touch, it promises to be a hotspot this year. They offer live music and have a large terrace to enjoy beach afternoons.
- The latest addition, but rapidly gaining popularity with its squid cones and innovative concept, is the restaurant Nixie, located where La Góndola used to be. It offers a fresh concept that fits perfectly with the beach vibe. For example, they have a pizza topped with nachos and guacamole—definitely an interesting idea.
Hoya Pozuelo-Playa del Hombre
This is a very residential area, with very few options but the ones that exist are quite interesting.
- For fish lovers, Perico Junior brings us the best of the coast. Heir to a legendary restaurant in Telde, he maintains the quality of the fish and seafood. It is located in the lower part of the previous premises.
- In recent days, another great option for fish lovers has opened just above the previous spot, with the special feature that their entire menu is grilled. Grilled fish has always been a part of Canarian gastronomy, and the Bufaero restaurant brings quality and only seasonal fish to the table.
Taliarte
Here the king is the Cofradía de Pescadores de Taliarte, its fish is fresh and depending on the day you can find one or the other. It has very good seafood and is famous for its paellas.
Melenara beach
There are many options for eating by the sea. At weekends it is very busy and it is advisable to book in advance.
- The restaurant El Mago Karlin, is an Italian restaurant with many options of pizzas and pastas. The menu is very varied. Practically on the sand.
- For tapas and to enjoy the beach, we have Sabores del Mar Melenara. Croquettes, chips, fried octopus… You won’t be disappointed.
- Pizzería Venecia one of the classics of the coast of Telde, of course their pizzas are excellent, but also their fish, squid and salads.
- The best known in the area is the restaurant La Rubia, many years offering a varied menu, where the squid, gofio and octopus are a delight. It is excellent value for money.
- A little further away from the beach but with very homemade food is the Guachinche El Novelero. Typical food from the island of Tenerife, such as ribs and potatoes.
SALINETAS BEACH
We are almost at the end. Salinetas Beach is a fantastic place to have a drink after a good swim.
- For breakfast you can’t go wrong if you go to La Madera, which is famous for its pastries and cakes.
- La Gabarra Restaurant is a classic in Salinetas, right on the beach avenue with a large terrace. The menu is very varied, but with a special dedication to fish. An ideal place to have a beer while watching the sunset.
- A mythical place, but which has lost a lot of steam is Salinetas Hot Dog. Their hot dogs were a big event on the gastronomic scene and their long queues at weekends were an event. Takeaway and picnic on the beach is still a great idea.
- A great hidden gem is Bar Capiton, fish, squid and croquettes are king here. Very popular with locals.
- American Coffe is one of the latest to open in the area. There have been several businesses in this place but they can’t seem to get it right. For something quick and without great aspirations.
- Lastly, Pizzeria La Esquinita is gaining popularity for its varied and quality menu.
SURROUNDINGS
If you have already enjoyed the beach and you take the car, a few kilometres away you have a shopping centre with large chains such as McDonald’s and Burger King. You can also find the quintessential Canarian fast-food restaurant, Pepe Chiringo, a legendary place for Gran Canarian people.
Finally, one of the most characteristic places in Gran Canaria is the Yazmina, this mythical place where you can only eat one sandwich, the roast leg of pork, with cheese or aioli. Without a doubt, this is the place we recommend for a Canarian experience.