← All restaurants in Las Palmas De Gran Canaria
As of August 2026 (updated regularly)
Las Palmas de Gran Canaria is home to 186 Spanish restaurants, many of which rely on the local clientele rather than tourism. The city, with a population of 380,000, serves Castilian cuisine alongside Canarian specialities and Latin American influences. Tasca Gallega Las Meigas has 202 reviews and stands out for its distinctive character. The best Spanish restaurants in Las Palmas de Gran Canaria offer far more than just tapas. When you dine here, you’ll find yourself sitting amongst regulars who visit the restaurant every day, rather than just passing visitors.
Eating Spanish food like a Palmero
Lunchtime is all about the Menú del día: a three-course meal including a drink for between ten and 14 euros, a firm fixture in Vegueta and Triana. In the evening, kitchens don’t open until 9 pm; those arriving early will find the doors still closed. Quite a few restaurants, including La Taberna El Rocío, have menus in Spanish only. In smaller establishments, customers pay in cash, even though cards are accepted everywhere. The Restaurante Jardín Canario is tucked away in the Tafira Baja neighbourhood, whilst Tasca La Lonja caters to the harbour crowd.
Tips for your visit
In the cobbled alleyways of Vegueta, around Santa Ana Cathedral, the houses are packed close together, and at lunchtime the waiters bring tapas out to the outdoor tables. Near Playa de Las Canteras, the menus feature fresh fish caught in the Atlantic. Papas arrugadas with mojo feature on menus in the old town alongside dishes from the mainland, as at La Taberna de El Monje.
Along the Puerto de la Luz, the harbour finds its way onto the menus, for example at Taberna Chica on Playa de Las Canteras. Sixteen bars serve local wine, accompanied by small portions of grilled goat’s cheese. Between the beach promenade and the city centre, seventeen snack bars offer their bocadillos to passers-by.
Frequently Asked Questions
What’s the best way to get to the Spanish restaurants in Las Palmas de Gran Canaria?
The Spanish restaurants are spread across the city, with many of them in Vegueta and around Playa de Las Canteras. Both areas are easily accessible on foot, by the city’s Guagua bus services or by taxi. In Vegueta, there are multi-storey car parks near Santa Ana Cathedral.
Are there any Spanish restaurants in Las Palmas de Gran Canaria with outdoor terraces or sea views?
Many of the 186 restaurants have outdoor terraces, particularly along the promenade at Playa de Las Canteras, offering direct views of the Atlantic. In Vegueta, the terraces are situated along the cobbled streets and squares of the old town. Restaurants on the Paseo de Las Canteras and near the harbour at Puerto de la Luz in particular offer sea views.
Which Spanish restaurants in Las Palmas de Gran Canaria are frequented by locals?
Locals tend to frequent traditional eateries in Vegueta and in residential neighbourhoods away from the beach promenade, where fish and papas arrugadas are served. The tascas around the Mercado de Vegueta also attract a regular clientele. The 16 bars and 17 snack bars are ideal for a quick local bite.
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All restaurant profiles for the Canary Islands can be found at www.Kanaren-Kleinanzeigen.com.