La Cochinera

Guachinche La Cochinera, located in the Valle Grande area of ​​María Jiménez (Santa Cruz de Tenerife), is one of those places that surprises you from the moment you arrive. It's literally in the middle of nowhere, surrounded by nature, animals, and a rural setting that immediately hints at a unique experience.

It's not a conventional restaurant, nor does it pretend to be. It's an authentic guachinche, with a simple, family-friendly, and very welcoming atmosphere. It's common to see horses, roosters roaming freely on the property, something perfectly normal in this environment and part of its charm. In fact, they used to even raise their own pigs, which reinforces the feeling of a lived-in, real place.

One of the guachinche's main attractions is its interior, carved into caves, where several tables are arranged. Dining inside a cave in Tenerife is a special, intimate experience, quite different from any urban restaurant. The space is rustic, simple, and warm, designed for leisurely enjoyment.

The atmosphere is warm and welcoming, with friendly and direct service, very typical of traditional guachinches. It's a popular spot for both locals and visitors looking for something authentic and off the beaten path.

It's important to understand that this isn't a luxury establishment, nor does it present itself as such. What matters here is the experience, the setting, and the authenticity. That's precisely what makes La Cochinera one of the island's most hidden and surprising guachinches: a place where eating becomes a simple, rural, and truly Canarian experience.

🎫 No card reader
♿ Accessible for people with reduced mobility
🅿️ Parking available
🚻 Accessible restroom
🐶 Pets allowed on the terrace
⏰ Monday: Closed
Tuesday: Closed
Wednesday: Closed
Thursday: 1:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Friday: 1:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Saturday: 1:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Sunday: 1:00 PM - 6:00 PM
🛵 Takeaway available
📅 Reservations recommended
📍 Cam. Valle Grande, 10, 38180 Santa Cruz de Tenerife
☎️ +34 610 93 87 10

Frequented by:
Tourists: ✅
Locals: ✅✅✅✅✅