← All restaurants in El Cotillo
Last updated: September 2026 (updated regularly)
In El Cotillo, the catch from the harbour boats goes straight into the kitchens of the 34 restaurants. This fishing village in the north-west of Fuerteventura does without the chain restaurants found in Corralejo. The 12 best restaurants in El Cotillo grill Atlantic fish and serve Canary Islands classics. Santa Ana del Cotillo has 1,562 reviews with an average rating of 4.9 stars, whilst Olivo Corso on Calle Mallorquin has a staggering 3,058. Pez Gordo Fuerteventura on Calle Requena keeps pace with a 4.9-star rating based on 934 reviews. Freshly caught sea bream and papas arrugadas are standard fare here.
Fish, seafood and Canary Islands cuisine right by the harbour
The lunchtime slot between 2 pm and 4 pm offers the best value for money. The ‚menú del día‘ costs between 10 and 14 euros and includes a three-course meal with a drink, often featuring the day’s catch. In the evening, prices rise significantly. Smaller establishments prefer to be paid in cash, and a knowledge of Spanish comes in handy away from the tourist hotspots. At weekends, the tables at the harbour fill up early. Nestled between the sheltered lagoons and the bright sandy beaches, stopping for a bite to eat is the perfect way to round off a day at the beach on the Atlantic coast.
Tips for your visit
The Muelle de los Pescadores is home to the top spots. Tsunami is at number 3 and has a rating of 4.8 stars from 638 reviews. A few steps further on, at number 40, Aqui Risto Lounge Bar holds its own. The terraces face the water, and grilled sea bream arrive at the tables fresh from the boats. In the evening, seven bars open, offering views of the sunset behind the Torre del Toston.
In the town centre, other styles take centre stage. La Casa de las Paellas on C. de la Constitución specialises in paellas, whilst Amarillo Restaurante Contemporáneo on C. El Águila serves contemporary cuisine with a 4.7-star rating. What’s Cooking Marie at 12 C. Santiago Hierro tops the rankings with a perfect 5.0 stars, albeit based on just 17 reviews. Three pizzerias fill the air with the aroma of dough fresh from the oven, whilst five cafés serve barraquito and pastries from the Canary Islands.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do you need to book in advance at restaurants in El Cotillo?
It’s worth booking at the seafood restaurants around the harbour, especially during the high season and at weekends. Santa Ana del Cotillo, with its 1,562 reviews, and Olivo Corso at C. Mallorquin 34 tend to fill up early. In the low season, guests can usually find a table at the 34 restaurants without booking.
What vegetarian options do restaurants in El Cotillo offer?
As well as Atlantic fish, menus in El Cotillo feature papas arrugadas with mojo, grilled vegetables, salads and tortillas. Amarillo Restaurante Contemporáneo on Calle El Águila takes a contemporary approach and also serves meat-free dishes. The local Canarian cuisine thus offers alternatives to the freshly caught fish dishes.
When is the best time to visit the restaurants in El Cotillo?
At sunset, the restaurants on the Muelle de los Pescadores offer unobstructed views of the Atlantic; Tsunami and Aqui Risto Lounge Bar are ideally situated for this. Lunchtime, after a day spent at the lagoons, is the perfect time to stop off for some freshly caught fish, especially as the ‚menú del día‘ costs between 10 and 14 euros at that time.