As of August 2026 (updated regularly)
Artenara lies at an altitude of around 1,270 metres, making it the highest-altitude municipality on Gran Canaria. Restaurante La Majada leads the way with 4.7 stars from 733 reviews – a rating that hardly any other restaurant on the south coast can match. There are six restaurants scattered throughout the village, each with a concise menu featuring Canary Islands specialities. Those seeking the best restaurants in Artenara will find mountain cuisine rather than mass-produced fare. Papas arrugadas and grilled rabbit are served here without the touristy overtones found in other areas, high up in the volcanic interior of the island.
Mountain cuisine with a view of the Caldera: Artenara on your plate
At lunchtime, Artenara is at its busiest; in the evenings, some restaurants close earlier than in Las Palmas. The ‚menú del día‘ usually costs between 10 and 13 euros. Paying in cash makes things easier, and knowing some Spanish helps even more. At weekends, day-trippers come up from the capital, so it’s worth booking a table. The Restaurante Cumbres de Artenara has a 4.1-star rating based on 53 reviews and serves the region’s mountain cuisine. Rancho Canario and hearty stews are often on the menus of restaurants in the island’s interior.
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The Restaurante Cueva del Molino and the Restaurante La Cilla specialise in Canary Islands cuisine, ranging from rabbit in salmorejo to mountain stew. A Spanish restaurant expands the choice with dishes from the mainland. Several terraces overlook the Caldera de Tejeda.
Near the Virgen de la Cuevita chapel, carved into the rock, stands a French restaurant whose menu stands out clearly from the rest of the village. Amidst the inhabited cave dwellings, a single bar serves as a meeting place. At Restaurante La Majada, it quickly becomes clear why the 733 guests have rated it so highly.
Frequently Asked Questions
Are there any restaurants in Artenara with outdoor terraces or sea views?
Situated at an altitude of around 1,270 metres in the island’s interior, Artenara lacks sea views, but the views across the surrounding gorges and mountains more than make up for it. Several of the six restaurants have outdoor terraces that offer precisely these views of the volcanic mountainous landscape.
Which restaurants in Artenara are also frequented by locals?
Artenara is a long way from the coast, so the restaurants are mainly frequented by people from the local community and the surrounding mountain villages. The Spanish restaurant and the village’s only bar are among the local population’s regular meeting places.
How much do restaurants in Artenara cost on average?
The six restaurants in Artenara are mostly in the mid-range to budget category, as is typical away from the coastal cities. A main course usually costs between 10 and 15 euros. The French restaurant tends to be slightly more expensive.
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.