← All restaurants in Los Cristianos
As of August 2026 (updated regularly)
Los Cristianos is part of the municipality of Arona on the south-west coast of Tenerife and is home to 25 cafés. Ferries depart from the harbour for La Gomera, La Palma and El Hierro, and whilst waiting for their departure, travellers can order a cortado on the Paseo Marítimo. Panaria bakes its own pastries on the premises, whilst Café 5 is situated closer to the water. Behind the old fishing harbour, locals enjoy their morning coffee at Morales. The 12 best cafés in Los Cristianos range from Caffetteria Pasticceria Dana to Churrería y cafetería Plaza Venezuela.
Los Cristianos: Coffee with a real harbour atmosphere
Before 9 am, there’s not much choice, but after that the cafés along the seafront promenade open. In the side streets, a café con leche costs around 1.50 euros, whilst at the tourist spots it’s three times that. Small cafés in the harbour area, such as Chope 2018 on Av. Juan Alfonso Batista, prefer to be paid in cash. If you try your hand at Spanish, you’ll find the staff at Marullo buen rollito are more accommodating. The Bananas Cafetería has its terrace facing the sea, as does Café 5, and at peak times it gets quite crowded at both places.
Tips for your visit
In the morning, guests watch the ferries heading for La Gomera from the terrace of the Bananas Cafetería. From the Panaria, the scent of fresh pastries wafts through the alleyways behind the fishing harbour. Further down, closer to the sandy beaches, is Café 5.
Behind the Paseo Marítimo, nine Italian restaurants hold their own, with the aroma of espresso wafting out of their doors onto the pavements. The Caffetteria Pasticceria Dana stands out as a café in its own right amongst the town’s 41 bars, whilst the Marullo focuses on ‚buen rollito‘ served in small portions. As soon as the afternoon sun moves across the coast, the tables beneath the sun sails fill up.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can you get by speaking German in restaurants in Los Cristianos?
German is spoken in many of Los Cristianos‘ 56 restaurants, as international tourism has shaped the town for years. Menus are often available in several languages, and knowing English is also helpful. Away from the seafront promenade, German is spoken noticeably less.
Do you need to book in advance at cafés in Los Cristianos?
At the 25 cafés in Los Cristianos, bookings are generally not required; walking in is the norm. During the peak season and right on the promenade, seats by the sea can get tight at times. For smaller groups, turning up without a booking is usually sufficient.
What vegetarian options do cafés in Los Cristianos offer?
Cafés in Los Cristianos often serve tostadas, bocadillos with cheese or vegetables, salads and meat-free pastries. These are complemented by tapas such as papas arrugadas with mojo or tortilla. Fresh fruit and smoothies round off the vegetarian selection at several venues.
Opening hours and other details are subject to change; please check before visiting.
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