As of: July 2026 (updated regularly)
Los Llanos’s best spots are tucked away on Calle Calvario and Calle del Medio. There you’ll find La Espiral, with a rating of 4.9 stars from 110 reviews, and just a few steps further on, the Elvis Bar, with 94 reviews. The 12 best bars on La Palma are rarely found in tourist centres, but rather in villages such as El Tablado and Barlovento. At Bar La Garza, ‚Ron miel‘ – rum with real palm honey – is served at the bar. The coffee is roasted on the island itself. The tables are occupied almost exclusively by locals.
Bars on La Palma: prices, opening hours and insider tips
The real action takes place at lunchtime between 2 pm and 4 pm; in the evenings, bars often don’t open until 9 pm. In smaller bars outside Los Llanos, cash remains essential, as not all of them accept cards. Menus are often displayed in Spanish only, so knowing a few key words makes ordering easier. Nobody expects a tip, but saying ‚quédese con el cambio‘ goes a long way. For the peak season in August, as well as at Christmas and Easter, it’s worth making a quick enquiry in advance. In Barlovento, Bar Elumar has 57 reviews with an average rating of 4.8 stars.
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El Canal in Los Sauces has racked up 1,627 reviews – more than any of the island’s other 48 bars. Casa Osmunda in Breña Alta has even managed 2,497 reviews, situated right on the approach to the Mirador de la Concepción. Wine from the island’s own winery is served alongside a plate of papas arrugadas with mojo.
Tijarafe boasts two excellent spots in the El Jesús district and on the Camino Bellido: the Cervecería Isla Verde and La Vinoteca de Vega Norte. The island’s cheeses are displayed in the glass-fronted cabinets, whilst a steaming ‚barraquito‘ is served at the bar. All around, banana trees stretch to the very edges of the villages, with the Caldera de Taburiente rising up behind them.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can you get by speaking German in restaurants on La Palma?
In La Palma’s 195 restaurants, waiting staff often understand some German, particularly in tourist hotspots such as Los Cancajos or Puerto Naos. In smaller establishments further inland, Spanish is the main language, so a basic knowledge of Spanish or the ability to communicate in English is still helpful.
Do you need to book in advance at bars in La Palma?
La Palma’s 48 bars generally welcome guests without a booking, as they mainly cater for walk-ins and people having a drink at the bar. However, for larger groups or at weekends in Santa Cruz de La Palma, it is still advisable to enquire in advance.
What vegetarian options do bars on La Palma offer?
Bars on La Palma serve vegetarian classics such as papas arrugadas with mojo, local cheese, as well as salads and roasted peppers. In addition, you’ll find tortilla, pickled olives and bread with local cheese as meat-free tapas.
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.