Finding a proper traditional guachinche in Tenerife isn’t always as easy as it used to be.
Some have grown into large restaurants, while others have disappeared altogether. But every now and then you come across somewhere that still feels authentic, serving homemade Canarian food without trying to reinvent the wheel.
Casa Berta, in the neighbourhood of Las Rosas, near La Esperanza in the municipality of El Rosario, is one of those places.
Traditional recipes done properly
Tucked away on the ground floor of a family home, Casa Berta has built a loyal following by sticking to what it does best.
The menu is packed with classic Canarian dishes made using local ingredients, including favourites such as queso asado, garbanzas, ropa vieja, potaje canario and homemade croquettes.
It’s proper comfort food rather than fancy presentation, which is exactly what many people are looking for.
The solomillo everyone talks about
Although there are plenty of traditional dishes on the menu, one has become something of a signature.
The solomillo with mango and mustard sauce is regularly mentioned by diners and has earned a reputation as the dish to order if it’s your first visit.
It might not sound like the most traditional combination at first, but it seems to work remarkably well.
Don’t skip dessert
If you’ve still got room afterwards, the homemade desserts are worth considering too.
The Polvito Uruguayo and arroz con leche are two of the favourites and provide a fitting end to a meal that’s known for offering excellent value for money.
Worth adding to your list
Casa Berta has become a popular choice with both local residents and visitors looking to experience genuine Canarian cooking in a relaxed, family-run setting.
With a 4.7-star rating on Google, it’s clearly doing something right.
You’ll find Casa Berta on Calle Preventorio, 13, Las Rosas, and it’s open Wednesday to Sunday for lunch from 12.30pm until 5pm. The restaurant is closed on Mondays and Tuesdays.
If you’re exploring the area around La Esperanza and fancy a proper Canarian lunch, this might just be one to seek out.