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Freiduría / Abacería La Mar
Candelaria
Must-try dishes
Fried foods and preserves
La Mar Grocery Store, located on Obispo Pérez Cáceres Street in Candelaria, is an establishment that skillfully blends the charm of seafood cuisine with the warmth of a traditional shop. The term "abacería" (grocery store) refers to those old neighborhood shops where the shopkeeper offered basic, artisanal groceries and essential goods—today, this space maintains that essence by offering tapas, high-quality preserves, and fried seafood.
In this establishment, you'll experience Andalusian flavors that transport you: crispy fried fish, marinated dogfish, squid, cuttlefish, smoked anchovies, platters of Payoyo cheese, and even exquisite semi-preserved fish. These are the kinds of products that resonate with quality, freshness, and that distinctive Cadiz identity that you can feel in every bite. The service is warm, friendly, and attentive; the atmosphere is welcoming and bright, with bar tables and family seating that invite you to sit and enjoy at your leisure.
Its location, right on a key pedestrian street in the historic center, makes it an almost unavoidable stop for those strolling towards the basilica. It's also accessible, family-friendly, and highly rated by locals and visitors alike—many highlight its excellent value and friendly service. Freiduría / Abacería La Mar combines tradition, authentic flavor, and that old-fashioned charm of a corner shop, reinvented with a contemporary, nautical twist.
🎫 Card payment available
♿ Accessible for people with reduced mobility
🅿️ No on-site parking
🚻 Accessible restroom available
🐶 Pets welcome on the terrace
⏰ Open Monday to Thursday from 12:30 PM to 10:30 PM. Friday and Saturday from 9:30 AM to 11:30 PM and Sundays from 9:30 AM to 10:30 PM
🛵 Takeaway available
📅 Reservations not accepted
📍 C. Obispo Pérez Cáceres, 37, 38530 Candelaria, Santa Cruz de Tenerife
☎️ +34 922 29 97 50
Frequented by:
Tourists: ✅✅✅
Locals: ✅✅✅✅✅
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What to see
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Activities
Parque Recreativo Los Brezos
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Beaches
Playa de la Nea
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Nightlife
Shopping
Gin Macaronesian
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Sports
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Trekking
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