Tenerife is the best-known Canary Island and more than 10 million tourists flock to the beautiful beaches every year.
There are more than enough amazing attractions to keep the whole family entertained.
From stunning natural landscapes and luxury resorts, to exciting markets and vibrant bars, let’s take a look at how to dine like a Royal in Tenerife!
Los Roques
Los Roques
Having opened in 2005, this is one of Tenerife’s newer restaurants, and it’s also a top destination for food lovers on the island, tourist or local.
With fantastic views of the Los Abrigos harbour and evening sunsets to rival any on the planet, Los Roques offers a selection of great wines and even better Mediterranean dishes.
Regulo
Perfect for the romantics visiting Tenerife, Regulo is great for a spot for lunch, take away snacks, evening meals and even private functions.
With attentive staff, a traditional Mediterranean menu and a bar serving local wines, Regulo is a fantastic restaurant with a rustic feel.
Harley’s
If you’re looking for some top-notch American food and a restaurant with a 1950s theme, then head on down to Harley’s.
Offering a global menu and specialising in steaks and burgers, make sure you come here with an appetite!
Sama Sama
Great for groups and even better for families, Sama Sama is one of Tenerife’s most talked about restaurants when it comes to Italian cuisine.
With a chill-out lounge overlooking the beautiful sands of Arona, and pasta dishes that can’t be missed, Sama Sama gives diners that authentic Italian dining experience away from home.
El Rincon de Juan Carlos
El Rincon de Juan Carlos
Diners at El Rincon de Juan Carlos regularly comment on the Michelin-star type service, and although this restaurant is a far cry from a luxury place to eat, it remains the most popular restaurant for contemporary food on the island.
Great for couples and children-friendly, El Rincon de Juan Carlos is a must visit!
La Vieja
You can’t mention seafood without talking about La Vieja, Tenerife’s most famous fish restaurant.
From salmon to Viejas, lubina to octopus, there’s a wealth of marine life on this diner’s menu, and with a great selection of wines behind the bar too, La Vieja will certainly be a night to remember!
La Nonna
La Nonna is traditional Mediterranean dining at its best, and prices are pretty cheap too.
Whether you’re looking for freshly caught fish, tasty salads (the duck confit cannelloni is a particular highlight), there’s nothing but excellent food to be found at La Nonna.
Watermelon
Great for BBQ and even better for Mediterranean food, Watermelon is a romantic restaurant that’s popular with locals as well as tourists.
The chefs here are very creative when it comes to their sauces, and be sure to try out the grilled fish menu too!
Terrazas del Sauzal
Terrazas del Sauzal
Home of international cuisine in Tenerife, Terrazas del Sauzal offers a view of the island like no other.
With the pasta dishes, steaks and handmade deserts being a particular highlight, be sure take a walk around the local village before or after your meal, as there are some historic sights that you won’t want to miss.
(Featured image: Cortto)
