As of: July 2026 (updated regularly)
The south of Tenerife is home to the island’s Indian cuisine. In Costa Adeje, the New Star Indian Restaurant serves up delicious food and has a rating of 4.8 stars from 240 reviews – a score that hardly any other local restaurant can match. British holidaymakers treat chicken tikka masala as a staple here, whilst German guests find the spiciness a welcome change from papas arrugadas with mojo. The 12 best Indian restaurants on Tenerife are located in Playa de las Américas, Los Cristianos and Costa Adeje, where a thriving scene centred around tandoori ovens and naan has developed.
Eating Indian food in Tenerife: What visitors need to know
Restaurants open early, often from 6 pm, whilst local diners don’t sit down to eat until around 9 pm. At lunchtime, some restaurants offer a ‚menú del día‘ for between 10 and 14 euros. Card payments are accepted without any problems in almost every restaurant. Over Christmas, at Easter and in August, the popular restaurants in the south fill up quickly, so it’s a good idea to book in advance. The Indian restaurant Jai Mata Di on Calle de Zamora in Puerto de la Cruz has a 4.4-star rating from 253 reviews and is one of the established names on the north coast.
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Among the island’s 1,099 restaurants, the Indian eateries are often tucked away in the second row behind the beaches. They are particularly concentrated in Los Cristianos, with Kohinoor11, the Tandoori Hut and Little India Tenerife all clustered together in a small area. The scent of cardamom and cumin wafts from the tandoori ovens into the narrow streets, accompanied by freshly baked naan served at the table.
In Santiago del Teide, Delhi Darbar and Bombay Babu on Playa La Arena serve dishes based on North Indian recipes from the Punjab. Dotted amongst the restaurants, 480 bars serve Canary Islands wine from the volcanic slopes. The menus feature vegetarian lentil dishes and rice with saffron; in Costa Adeje, for example, at Mantra Tikkas n Tacos and at Bobby’s III.
Frequently Asked Questions
Are Indian restaurants in Tenerife suitable for families with children?
Indian restaurants on Tenerife are well suited to families with children, as the spiciness of the dishes can be adjusted on request and many dishes are served mild. Larger restaurants in Costa Adeje and Playa de las Américas provide high chairs and are flexible with portion sizes.
Can you get by speaking German in restaurants on Tenerife?
In the south of the island, German-speaking guests will have no trouble getting by, as staff in the tourist hotspots often speak German or English. In Santa Cruz de Tenerife and in more rural areas, a knowledge of Spanish or English will be helpful.
Do you need to book in advance at Indian restaurants on Tenerife?
A booking is usually not strictly necessary at Indian restaurants on Tenerife. At weekends and during the peak season, however, the popular spots in the south fill up quickly, so it’s worth booking in advance. This applies to larger groups in any case.
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.