As of: July 2026 (updated regularly)
In Teror’s 24 restaurants, the island cooks for itself, not for coach tours. ‚Cómo como 15‘ has garnered 1,245 reviews and leads the field with 4.7 stars, closely followed by ‚Restaurante El Encuentro de Teror‘ with 1,041 reviews. The 12 best restaurants in Teror serve the ‚Menú del día‘, a dish that local grandmothers have been cooking here for decades. Alongside the Basilica of Nuestra Señora del Pino and the spreadable Chorizo de Teror, this cuisine is what defines this pilgrimage destination in the mountainous interior. This is what sets Teror apart from other villages on Gran Canaria.
Teror’s restaurants: local, authentic, unpretentious
Teror gets its busiest between 2 pm and 4 pm. The ‚menú del día‘ costs between 10 and 12 euros – less than in Las Palmas and prepared with more care than in the south of Gran Canaria. The menus are usually only available in Spanish, so a basic knowledge of the language is helpful. Make sure you carry cash, as not all six cafés in the town accept cards. Tables are usually available during the week, but at the weekend it’s worth calling ahead. The Sunday market also draws visitors to the old town with its wooden balconies from the Canary Islands.
Tips for your visit
Among the 24 restaurants, Cómo como 15 stands out with 1,245 reviews and a 4.7-star rating. Restaurante La Alacena, with 814 reviews, also serves Canary Islands home-style cooking, as does El Encuentro de Teror.
Restaurants are clustered around the basilica and the old town. El Pórtico scores 4.7 stars there, whilst El Sabrosito scores 4.6. Topping the ratings is Cafetería Pabeli with 4.8 stars, albeit with only 97 reviews.
There are three pizzerias in the town. El Secuestro Asador Pizzería combines barbecue and pizza and has 665 reviews. Casa Mateo appears twice in the listings, as a restaurant and as a bar, with 316 votes each.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can you get by speaking German in restaurants in Teror?
German isn’t part of everyday life in Teror, as the town thrives on local visitors and pilgrims, not on holiday resorts. Menus are usually only in Spanish. Simple orders can often be placed in English at El Encuentro or Cómo como 15.
Do you need to book in advance at restaurants in Teror?
In December, at Easter and in August, it’s worth booking a table for the evening, for example at La Alacena or El Secuestro. At lunchtime and in simpler establishments, tables are usually available during the week, so you can simply turn up.
What vegetarian options do restaurants in Teror offer?
The range of vegetarian options is growing, though it remains limited in traditional establishments such as Casa Mateo. Papas arrugadas, salads and cheese dishes feature on the menu almost everywhere, and the three pizzerias also offer meat-free dishes.
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.