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La Cueva
Chinamada
Must-try dishes
Chickpeas
Gofio Escaldon
goat meat
Located in the hamlet of Chinamada, within the Anaga Rural Park, Restaurante LaCueva is a must-visit. Its interior dining room is nestled within a cave carved into the rock—hence its name—and it also boasts an outdoor terrace in the courtyard, making it a welcoming spot after a walk along the surrounding trails.
The menu focuses on authentic Canarian cuisine: starters such as potaje (a type of stew), garbanzas (chickpea stew), escaldón de gofio (a gofio-based dish), ensaladilla rusa (Russian salad), and croquettes; and main courses like goat meat, carne fiesta (a traditional Canarian meat dish), tuna in sauce, and puchero (a hearty stew). They also offer renowned homemade desserts—quesillo (a type of flan) and gofio mousse—and house wine served by the glass, sourced from winegrowers in northern Tenerife.
The atmosphere is relaxed and authentic, with friendly service and prices that visitors appreciate as reasonable for the quality and quantity offered. Diners are typically hikers in the park or locals looking for a meal that captures the essence of the countryside. Reservations are recommended as space is limited and the place fills up quickly, especially after hikes.
What sets LaCueva apart is its combination of rural surroundings, authentic cuisine, and a unique location: being in Chinamada, in Anaga, is already part of the experience. You're not in a conventional restaurant, but in a corner where food, rock, and forest blend together. If you're looking for a meal with Canarian flavor, in a genuine and characterful setting, you'll love this place.
🎫 Card payment available
♿ Accessible to people with reduced mobility
🅿️ Parking available
🚻 No accessible restroom
🐶 Pets allowed on the terrace
⏰ Open Wednesday to Sunday, 10:00 AM to 7:00 PM
🛵 Takeaway available
📅 Reservations accepted
📍Calle Chinamada, 14A, 38294 Santa Cruz de Tenerife
☎️ +34 922 69 00 76
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Nightlife
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