As of: July 2026 (updated regularly)
Eleven restaurants are clustered together in La Oliva, the former administrative headquarters of the military high command in the north of Fuerteventura. The OÚM on Calle Majanicho has received 1,781 reviews with an average rating of 4.9 stars, whilst El Moral on Ctra. del Centro has received as many as 1,904. Anyone looking for the 11 best restaurants in La Oliva will find, alongside the Casa de los Coroneles, eateries serving fried Majorero. The KRAKEN on Calle la Cancela boasts 5.0 stars. Colonial façades, with grilled goat meat behind them. Such a concentration of top-class establishments is rarely found elsewhere in the north of the island.
Colonial charm meets Canary Islands cuisine at La Oliva
Restaurants in La Oliva open late. Lunch starts around 2 pm, and dinner is rarely served before 9 pm. Lunch offers the best value for money; the ‚menú del día‘ usually costs between 10 and 13 euros for a three-course meal including a drink. Menus, such as those at Restaurante Casa Pablo on Calle Drago, are often only available in Spanish. Make sure you carry cash. Every June, the local restaurants join forces for the Tapas Route, a village festival without any tourist gimmicks.
Tips for your visit
The most popular spots are all within walking distance of each other, centred around the parish church of Nuestra Señora de la Candelaria. Don Pepe on the FV-1 has 2,706 reviews, more than any other establishment in the town. The Majorero, with its Protected Designation of Origin, features on the menus as a roast dish, whilst grilled goat’s meat is a staple. At 40 Calle la Cancela, KRAKEN and Kikere Pollos al Carbón share the same house number.
Two bars are situated away from the main road and serve wine from the Canary Islands. A single pizzeria, the ‚Pizzería entre 2‘ on Avenida Tababaire, adds a touch of the south to the offering. El Arco on Calle Coronel Glez del Yerro has 936 reviews and a rating of 4.6 stars. Near the Casa de los Coroneles stands the town’s only café, which serves as a place to rest after visiting the landmark.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which restaurants in La Oliva do the locals frequent?
Locals tend to favour the eleven restaurants that serve Canary Islands cuisine featuring Majorero goat’s cheese and goat’s meat. El Moral on the Ctra. del Centro and Don Pepe on the FV-1 attract guests from all over the north of Fuerteventura thanks to their high ratings. The restaurants around the parish church of Nuestra Señora de la Candelaria are particularly busy at lunchtime.
How much do restaurants in La Oliva cost on average?
Prices are in the mid-range; a main course usually costs between 10 and 18 euros. The two bars and the one café are slightly cheaper, whilst restaurants specialising in regional dishes such as roast Majorero charge a little more. At lunchtime, the ‚Menú del día‘ offers the best value for money.
Are restaurants in La Oliva suitable for families with children?
The eleven restaurants and the ‚Pizzería entre 2‘ on Avenida Tababaire are well suited to families with children, as the menus feature simple dishes and larger portions. The quiet, local atmosphere away from the major tourist centres also makes visits with children easier.
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.