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As of: July 2026 (updated regularly)
El Moral Restaurant has 1,904 reviews, demonstrating just how seriously La Oliva takes its food. This colonial town in the north of Fuerteventura boasts the highest density of cafés and restaurants per capita on the island. Anyone looking for the 12 best restaurants in La Oliva will find authentic Canary Islands cuisine, free from tourist trappings, centred around the Casa de los Coroneles. The dishes feature fresh Majorero goat’s cheese from the region. It is not in spite of its tranquillity, but because of it, that La Oliva ranks among the most interesting destinations for gourmets in the north of the island.
Enjoy Canary Islands cuisine amidst colonial architecture
The best value for money is to be found in the ‚menú del día‘ between 2 pm and 4 pm: a three-course meal with a drink for between 10 and 14 euros. Prices rise in the evening. In small eateries such as El Arco on Calle Coronel González del Yerro, simply turning up is usually enough. A knowledge of Spanish helps, as menus are often displayed in Spanish only. In June, the restaurants join forces for the annual Tapas Route, a village event celebrated by locals but rarely known to tourists. La Oliva was the administrative headquarters of the island’s military commanders in the 18th and 19th centuries.
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Eleven restaurants are scattered throughout the streets of La Oliva, several of them near the parish church of Nuestra Señora de la Candelaria. Calle la Cancela is home to no fewer than three eateries: the KRAKEN, with a perfect 5.0-star rating; Kikere Pollos al Carbón, with its charcoal-grilled chicken; and the Pizzeria Rojo Tomate. The menus feature Majorero goat’s cheese, grilled goat’s meat and papas arrugadas.
The OÚM on Calle Majanicho tops the ratings, with 1,781 guests awarding it 4.9 stars. In the afternoon, the counters of the two bars in the town centre fill up. A café serves coffee and small sweet treats, within sight of the historic Casa de los Coroneles, the former residence of the island’s colonels.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can you get by in German in restaurants in La Oliva?
In La Oliva’s eleven restaurants, staff speak Spanish and English, and German less frequently. Guests are best served by speaking English or having a basic knowledge of Spanish. A translation aid for the menu provides extra reassurance, as menus are often displayed in Spanish only.
Do you need to book in advance at restaurants in La Oliva?
In small establishments such as El Arco, turning up on the spur of the moment is usually sufficient, as La Oliva is situated away from the major tourist centres in the north of Fuerteventura. At weekends and during the high season, however, it’s worth booking in advance. For larger groups, booking by telephone will ensure you get a table, for example at the popular Don Pepe, which has 2,706 reviews.
What vegetarian options do restaurants in La Oliva offer?
Restaurants in La Oliva serve papas arrugadas with mojo, accompanied by grilled vegetables, salads and cheese platters featuring the regional Majorero goat’s cheese. This cheese has a Protected Designation of Origin and is particularly suitable for vegetarian guests. Strictly vegan alternatives are less common and should be enquired about in advance.
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