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As of: July 2026 (updated regularly)
In the Barranco de Guayadeque, cave restaurants carve their dining rooms deep into the rock and serve goat and roast pork. Ingenio is situated in the east of Gran Canaria, not far from the airport, and, in culinary terms, stays well clear of the mainstream tourist trail. The Asador Tierra en llamas tops the list of the 12 best restaurants in Ingenio with 4.9 stars from 266 reviews. In Carrizal, Esquinita Iberica has garnered 495 votes. Diners here will find authentic local cuisine rather than a tourist menu. The cave restaurants in the Guayadeque Valley rarely see German guests.
Cave restaurants, goats and authentic island cuisine
Lunch is the highlight of the local cuisine. A ‚menú del día‘ usually costs between 10 and 13 euros and includes three courses plus a drink. At lunchtime, the local establishments fill up, whilst in the evenings it remains quieter than in the southern towns. Menus are often displayed in Spanish only. In the rustic cave restaurants of the Guayadeque Valley, card machines are often not available, so it’s best to carry cash. Smaller establishments also prefer to be paid in cash. The mild temperatures in the east of the island mean that the terraces remain open almost all year round.
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The 27 restaurants stretch from the coastal area up to the higher-lying neighbourhoods on the agricultural slopes. Around the historic centre, where sugar cane mills once dominated the local economy, Canary Islands dishes feature on the menus. La Taskita Casa Rivero, rated 4.5 stars, specialises in grilled meat and local goat’s cheese. In Carrizal, LA TABERNA DE TINTÍN serves Spanish cuisine and has a 4.5-star rating based on 332 reviews.
Six cafés line the streets in the centre, close to the embroidery and calados workshops. Bar Cafetería El Cumbrero has 228 reviews and brings the neighbourhood together in the evenings. Among the four pizzerias, Restaurante Pizzeria Los Critters stands out with a 4.2-star rating. ADDIO MARE in Carrizal really stands out, with 1,385 reviews.
Frequently Asked Questions
Are there any restaurants in Ingenio with outdoor terraces or sea views?
Several of the 27 restaurants have outdoor terraces, thanks to the mild temperatures in the east of Gran Canaria. The restaurants in coastal areas, such as around Carrizal, offer sea views. Further up, the restaurants on the hillsides overlook the agricultural terraces and the ravines of the Barranco de Guayadeque.
Which restaurants in Ingenio are popular with locals?
Many of the 27 restaurants cater to a local clientele, serving papas arrugadas, fresh fish and goat’s cheese. La Taskita Casa Rivero, with 141 reviews, and the family-run establishments away from the main thoroughfares attract mainly local residents. The Asador Tierra en llamas, with 266 reviews, also relies heavily on regulars from the village.
How much do restaurants in Ingenio cost on average?
Prices remain in the mid-range. A simple main course often costs between 8 and 15 euros. The ‚menú del día‘ at local eateries costs around 10 to 15 euros. This means that Ingenio is more affordable than the tourist centres in the south of the island, which is particularly noticeable at lunchtime.