One of the questions guests ask me most often is where to find good food in Lanzarote. The answer is always the same: try to avoid places designed solely for tourists and opt for the restaurants where we locals go.
Here are some of my favorite spots in the north of the island. They aren’t luxury restaurants, nor do they try to dazzle with gimmicks. They are places with character—where the quality of the ingredients matters, the service is personal, and you can still get a real taste of how we locals eat.

El Barquillo · La Santa
If you’re staying at Garage La Santa, this will likely be the restaurant you visit most often. Located right by the fishing harbor, fresh fish is the star of the show here. It’s a simple, unpretentious spot where you can enjoy the kind of meal that has been a staple in this fishing village for generations. If you want to experience the true essence of La Santa, this is a great place to start.

Majo Picón · Tinajo
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I love recommending Majo Picón to anyone looking for Canarian cuisine with a creative twist. They do a fantastic job with local ingredients, reinventing traditional dishes without losing their authentic identity. It’s one of those places I like to go when I want a relaxed dinner.

Casa Morelino · Tiagua
Instagram: @casamorelino
People are often surprised when I tell them that one of my favorite pizzas is found in Lanzarote. Casa Morelino never disappoints. The dough is spectacular, the ingredients are top-notch, and the atmosphere is always great. Just be sure to book ahead, as it tends to fill up quickly.

Casa Ignacio · Tinajo
If you’re looking for hearty, uncomplicated home-style cooking, this place is a classic. The menu changes daily, and it’s always worth saving room for the cheesecake—in my opinion, one of the best on the island.

Teleclub de Mancha Blanca
“Teleclubs” are an integral part of village culture in the Canary Islands, and I always recommend visiting one during your trip. The one in Mancha Blanca serves traditional cuisine made with excellent ingredients and retains that authentic atmosphere that is becoming increasingly rare to find. After your meal, you can stick around for a game of *bola canaria* with the locals.

Finca Vega Costa · Tinajo
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A recently opened family-run restaurant. It is an organic farm that grows much of its own produce to offer traditional Canarian cuisine in a unique setting, surrounded by nature and boasting spectacular views.

La Mar Café · Famara
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You don’t always have to sit down for a full meal. Often, after a swim or watching the sunset in Famara, I like to stop here for a beer. The atmosphere is always laid-back—you’ll usually find surfers, good music, and one of the best terraces on the beach. It’s the perfect spot for a drink after a day of surfing.

La Puerta Verde · Haría
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When I’m in the north of the island and want a great meal, I usually end up here. It is a restaurant serving high-quality Spanish cuisine in a very peaceful setting, surrounded by some of Lanzarote’s most beautiful scenery. It’s the perfect place to eat if you are visiting the Casa de Manrique in Haría or the Mirador del Río.