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Last updated: September 2026 (updated regularly)
Arrecife has become a hub for speciality coffee. At ANTIPØDA Specialty COFFEE on Calle Hermanos Zerolo, baristas brew their espresso with precision; 391 reviews confirm its reputation. Just a few streets away, the Cafetería el Pingüi on Calle Tinamala scores top marks. The 12 best cafés on Lanzarote are spread far and wide across the island, not just in the holiday resorts. In San Bartolomé, the bar La Plaza makes café con leche according to an old recipe. The volcanic soil, which gives the Malvasía from La Geria its distinctive character, also shapes the owners‘ identity.
Café culture in Lanzarote: What you need to know
From early morning until around 1 pm, the place belongs to the regulars; then the churros come fresh from the fryer, for example at Plaza Churrería Bocatería in Playa Blanca. Breakfast with coffee costs between 3 and 5 euros in local cafeterías. In Arrecife and San Bartolomé, menus and service are often only available in Spanish, so knowing a few basic words will help. Small establishments such as Santa Barbara Coffee And Bar in Costa Teguise often do not accept cards, so it’s a good idea to carry small notes in your wallet.
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Cafés are clustered along Arrecife’s waterfront; 68 of the island’s cafés are crammed together here, serving coffee with milk against a backdrop of black lava. The cortado is served in a small glass, often with a slice of bienmesabe made from ground almonds. ANTIPØDA Specialty COFFEE stands out with its 4.9-star rating. The terrace floors are paved with black basalt, which extends beneath the chairs.
Among the island’s 213 bars, the cafés are tucked away behind whitewashed façades with green shutters, a legacy of César Manrique’s architectural style. Knela Café in San Bartolomé serves freshly squeezed orange juice alongside gofio biscuits on the counter. In the inland villages, the courtyards remain shaded, whilst outside the trade winds sweep across the lava fields.
Frequently Asked Questions
Are cafés in Lanzarote suitable for families with children?
The 68 cafés on Lanzarote are very welcoming to families with children. Establishments in Arrecife and the coastal towns, such as Eureka Café on Av. de Papagayo in Playa Blanca, have outdoor terraces with space for pushchairs. Cakes, milky drinks and simple snacks are available everywhere.
Can you get by speaking German in restaurants in Lanzarote?
In the 575 restaurants on Lanzarote, staff in Puerto del Carmen and other holiday resorts often speak German. Inland and in smaller towns, Spanish and English are the main languages spoken. Menus there are often available in several languages.
Do you need to book in advance at cafés in Lanzarote?
You don’t normally need to book at the 68 cafés on Lanzarote; you can usually find a free table at short notice. At lunchtime and in busy areas of Arrecife, there may be short waiting times, for example outside the popular Bar La Plaza in San Bartolomé, which has 692 reviews.