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Titolo 4
Ravelo el Canario
El Sauzal
Must-try dishes
Canarian stew
Goat meat
Escaldón
The trip up to Ravelo to eat at El Canario is well worth it if you're looking for authentic Canarian cuisine, without any frills or forced modern touches. Here, everything revolves around traditional dishes, those that taste like home and the countryside. Escaldón and puchero canario are two of their great classics, but the menu is extensive and very well-balanced: fabada (Asturian bean stew), chickpeas, goat meat, carne fiesta (a type of Canarian stew), rabbit, cuttlefish, salted fish, Iberian pork shoulder, or chops, always accompanied by potatoes and well-made mojo sauces.
The portions are truly generous, and the quality-price ratio is one of its strong points. Eating well, with plenty of food, and without surprises on the bill is part of the experience. Many dishes are served exactly as they've always been cooked, without any frills, and that's much appreciated. Even the warm bread with butter and the homemade desserts—especially the quesillo (a type of Canarian custard)—reinforce that feeling of honest cooking.
The atmosphere is very welcoming, with friendly and professional service from the staff. Javier, the owner, is usually attentive and conveys that bar-restaurant atmosphere that's becoming increasingly rare. It's a popular spot for both locals and those who come specifically to eat here, so it's not unusual to find a queue.
If you're looking for typical Canarian food, well-prepared, reasonably priced, and away from the tourist crowds, El Canario is a sure bet. You don't come here to experiment; you come to eat well.
🎫 Card payment available
♿ Accessible for people with reduced mobility
🅿️ No on-site parking
🚻 Accessible restroom
🐶 No pets allowed
⏰ Monday: Closed
Tuesday: Closed
Wednesday: 9:30 - 16:30
Thursday: 9:30 - 16:30
Friday: 9:30 - 16:30
Saturday: 9:30 - 16:30
Sunday: 9:30 - 16:30
🛵 Takeaway available
📅 Reservations recommended
📍 C. Real Orotava, 44, 38359 El Sauzal, Santa Cruz de Tenerife
☎️ +34 637 84 34 86
Frequented by:
Tourists: ✅
Locals: ✅✅✅✅✅
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