Twelve snack bars in La Laguna where locals eat for under 5 euros

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As of: July 2026 (updated regularly)

La Laguna has never ceased to surprise me as a gastronomic destination, particularly when it comes to quick, good food. What sets the 12 best snack bars in La Laguna apart from those in the south of the island is that they don’t cater to tourists, but to students, lecturers and locals who pop in every day. Prices are fair as a result, and the quality is under pressure – anyone who fails to impress here loses their regular clientele. That’s precisely what makes this selection so reliable.

Snack bars in La Laguna: a student town, genuine quality

If you’re looking for a bite to eat in La Laguna, it’s worth knowing the local mealtimes: the busiest time is at lunchtime between 2 pm and 4 pm, when students and office workers flock to the streets around Calle Herradores. Many stalls and small bars offer the best value for money at this time, with some meals costing less than five euros. In the evening, the town only really comes to life from 8 pm onwards. Important: some small eateries prefer cash payments; card payments aren’t always accepted. Knowing some Spanish helps, as menus are often only available in Spanish.

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1. La Hormiga: A snack bar in La Laguna, Tenerife

4.8★★★★★★★★★★685 reviews

📍 C. Anchieta, 7, 38201 La Laguna, Santa Cruz de Tenerife, Spain

📞 822 04 09 19

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2. Caballo Blanco: Snack bar in La Laguna, Tenerife

4.0★★★★★★★★★★1,488 reviews

📍 Plaza del Dr. Olivera, 7, 38202 La Laguna, Santa Cruz de Tenerife, Spain

📞 922 63 05 98

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3. Perritos calientes la Concepción (Avenida Trinidad): Snack bar in La Laguna, Tenerife

📞 679 48 70 91

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4. Bar La Garita: Snack bar in La Laguna, Tenerife

📞 622 03 21 26

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5. Campus Café: A snack bar in La Laguna, Tenerife

📞 69804210

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6. Bar Restaurante Lucerna: A snack bar in La Laguna, Tenerife

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7. Tasca Asador El Campesino: Takeaway in La Laguna, Tenerife

📞 922 18 69 06

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8. Bar-restaurant Hermanos Cairos: A snack bar in La Laguna, Tenerife

📞 922 63 64 11

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9. El Marrero: Takeaway in La Laguna, Tenerife

📞 822 04 34 66

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10. Bar Benidorm: Snack bar in La Laguna, Tenerife

📞 965 86 93 00

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11. Restaurante Padilla: A takeaway in La Laguna, Tenerife

📞 952 23 49 41

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12. foodies‘: Imbiss in La Laguna auf Tenerife

📞 99529738

Tips for your visit

Along the grid-like layout of San Cristóbal de La Laguna’s old town, 65 snack bars line the streets between colonial façades and cobbled pavements. At lunchtime, university students sit at narrow counters, spooning up papas arrugadas with mojo. The aroma of fried meat wafts through the narrow alleys near the cathedral.

Small stalls sell bocadillos with Serrano ham to passers-by in a hurry. Wine harvested in the fertile surrounding countryside accompanies many a portion of tapas in shady corners. Around the squares, 132 bars mingle with the quick-service eateries, keeping the culinary buzz of the island’s former capital alive.

Frequently Asked Questions

What vegetarian options do snack bars in La Laguna offer?

The 65 snack bars in La Laguna often serve vegetarian dishes such as papas arrugadas with mojo, stuffed empanadas, falafel or bocadillos with cheese and grilled vegetables. They use produce grown in the fertile surroundings of the plateau.

When is the best time to visit the snack bars in La Laguna?

It’s particularly worth a visit at lunchtime and in the early evening, when university students and office workers pop in for a quick snack. The snack bars also offer a simple bite to eat after a stroll through the historic old town.

When are the snack bars in La Laguna open?

Many of the snack bars in La Laguna open in the late morning, around 11 am, and stay open until the evening. Around the university and the cathedral, opening hours are largely geared towards student and visitor footfall.