There are still places in the south of Tenerife where a sandwich isn’t some delicate little affair that leaves you hungry again half an hour later.
Bar Avenida, in San Isidro, has built a following around big, filling bocadillos, plenty of choice and prices that don’t require a second mortgage.
The Avenida sandwich
The house speciality is, unsurprisingly, the bocadillo Avenida.
The basic version comes with tomato, cheese, egg and bacon, with various extras available depending on how hungry you are feeling.
One of the popular combinations is to add chicken or pork loin, turning an already substantial sandwich into something that could probably qualify as lunch and dinner at the same time.
Plenty of choice
The Avenida isn’t the only option on the menu.
The bar offers a wide range of bocadillos with different combinations of fillings, with customers particularly mentioning the generous size and the amount of filling.
They also serve fresh juices and natural smoothies, making the place suitable for breakfast, lunch or one of those moments when you realise you were supposed to have eaten three hours ago.
Where to find Bar Avenida
Bar Avenida is located on Avenida Santa Cruz in San Isidro, making it a convenient stop for anyone looking for a substantial breakfast or lunch in the area.
The bar currently has a 4.5-star rating on Google, based on reviews from customers who have visited for the sandwiches and other items on the menu.
Opening hours are:
Monday to Friday: 07:00 to 22:30
Saturday and Sunday: Closed
If you’re after a small snack, this might not be the place.
If you’re after a big Tenerife bocadillo that actually fills you up, Bar Avenida looks rather more promising.