← All restaurants in La Restinga
Last updated: September 2026 (updated regularly)
La Restinga is situated on the southern tip of El Hierro, the southernmost town in the Canary Islands, and six restaurants line the harbour here. The morning’s catch from the Atlantic is already on the plates by midday. If you’re looking for the best restaurants in La Restinga, you’ll find them along the quay wall, not in a dedicated dining area. Restaurante El Refugio on Calle la Lapa tops the list with 4.5 stars from 1,933 reviews. Grilled Vieja and Cherne are served with papas arrugadas. Mar de las Calmas sources its seafood straight from the coast.
Today’s catch, lapas and prices to make your jaw drop
La Restinga eats later than the rest of the archipelago. Between 2 pm and 4 pm, the divers return from the Mar de las Calmas, and the kitchens are in full swing. Grilled catch of the day, grilled lapas and papas arrugadas are inexpensive, with many dishes costing less than 15 euros. In the smaller establishments, cash is preferred to cards. The menus are almost exclusively in Spanish. Guests who don’t speak the language can take their cue from the plates on neighbouring tables – it’s hard to go wrong with this fish.
Tips for your visit
The terraces line the quay wall, facing the waters of the Mar de las Calmas. The Restaurante Casa Juan at 33 C. Juan Gutiérrez Monteverde has a 4.3-star rating from 948 reviews; a few doors down, at number 47, El Rincón serves up dishes with a 4.4-star rating. Tasca La Restingolita on Avenida Marítima serves grilled fish, often pargo, accompanied by salty papas arrugadas.
Away from the promenade, the two bars fill up in the evenings with fishermen and divers from the marine reserve. Canarian wine is served there alongside ‚Barraquito‘, accompanied by small portions of fried squid. Vieja Pandorga at C. el Rancho 3 has a rating of 4.1 stars based on 1,136 reviews. The salt from the Atlantic breeze hangs in the air above the tables in the southernmost town of the Canary Islands.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much do restaurants in La Restinga cost on average?
The six restaurants in La Restinga are mid-range in terms of price. Fresh fish and seafood from the Mar de las Calmas determine the price. Main courses usually cost between 10 and 20 euros, whilst freshly caught fish is often charged by weight.
Are restaurants in La Restinga suitable for families with children?
The restaurants in La Restinga are well suited to families. The quiet fishing village and the tables by the harbour are child-friendly. The menus feature simple dishes, and the small size of the village means short distances between the restaurants.
Can you get by speaking German in restaurants in La Restinga?
German is rarely spoken in La Restinga, as this remote village on El Hierro attracts few international tourists. A basic knowledge of Spanish or English will help. In the two bars and six restaurants, you can usually make yourself understood even with gestures and body language.
Opening hours and other details are subject to change; please check before visiting.
All restaurant profiles for the Canary Islands can be found at www.Kanaren-Kleinanzeigen.com.