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Last updated: September 2026 (updated regularly)
El Golfo has a population of 172, yet still attracts food lovers from all over Lanzarote to the west coast. Casa Rafa Restaurante De Mar grills the catch of the day by the Atlantic on Avenida Marítima and boasts over 5,000 reviews with an average rating of 4.8 stars. Anyone looking for the 11 best restaurants in El Golfo will find authentic seafood cuisine rather than frills. Vieja, sama and cherne are served fresh from the grill. El Pescador Casa Barriguita has ‚fish‘ right in its name. Right next door lies the green crater lake, Charco de los Clicos.
Fresh fish right by the Atlantic
Lunchtime is the best time to visit El Golfo, often after a visit to the Green Lake. It’s quieter on weekdays, whilst at the weekend day-trippers fill the Avenida Marítima. The ‚menú del día‘ costs around 10 to 14 euros at lunchtime and includes three courses plus a drink. Plates are laden with lapas and mariscos alongside the day’s grilled fish. The fish pairs perfectly with Malvasía from the vineyards on volcanic soil – a talking point across the whole island. Restaurante El Caleton at number 66 has been awarded 4.5 stars based on more than 2,800 reviews.
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Ten restaurants are lined up side by side along the seafront promenade, their terraces nestled close to the black lava rocks. El Pescador casa barriguita at Av. Marítima 2 specialises in the catch of the day, along with sea bass and squid from the waters off the west coast. This seafood restaurant has a rating of 4.7 stars based on more than 3,600 reviews, narrowly edging out Casa Rafa for the top spot.
Restaurante Casa Torano at number 24B is the only bar in the village and serves Lanzarote wine and coffee from the Canary Islands. Grilled fish is served with papas arrugadas and mojo. The Charco de los Clicos is just a few minutes‘ walk from the tables and takes on a green hue due to the minerals deposited in the water.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can you get by speaking German in restaurants in El Golfo?
The restaurants on Avenida Marítima cater for international guests, so the staff at many of the ten establishments have at least a basic knowledge of German or English. Menus are often available in several languages, so communication is usually straightforward.
Do you need to book in advance at restaurants in El Golfo?
At lunchtime and at weekends, it’s worth booking a table, as the nearby Charco de los Clicos means the few restaurants here get very busy. Outside these peak times, guests can usually find a table on the spot at any of the ten restaurants along the Avenida Marítima.
What vegetarian options do restaurants in El Golfo offer?
El Golfo thrives on fresh fish and seafood, so the selection of meat-free dishes is correspondingly limited. The menus feature Canary Islands classics such as papas arrugadas with mojo, mixed salads and vegetable side dishes. A few restaurants also offer grilled vegetables or tortilla.