There are plenty of places in Tenerife where you can eat traditional Canarian food, but Bodegón El Primero in Santa Úrsula is one for anyone who enjoys a good plate of goat meat.
Located in the north of the island, this popular restaurant keeps things fairly straightforward, with classic local dishes, grilled meats and sensible prices.
Goat meat is the star of the show
The menu includes plenty of familiar Canarian favourites, including garbanzas, huevos a la estampida, stuffed mushrooms, escaldón, fish churros, grilled cheese and papas arrugadas.
But if you’re going to Bodegón El Primero, the goat meat is the dish to look out for.
There’s also a good selection from the grill, including bichillo, chops, steak, secreto and chicken.
And if meat isn’t your thing, the seafood selection includes octopus, cod with onions and cuttlefish.
Save room for dessert
The restaurant serves local white and red wine by the glass, which works nicely with the traditional dishes.
For dessert, there are homemade options including quesillo and gofio mousse.
Nothing too fancy. Just the sort of food you’d expect from a traditional Tenerife restaurant.
Good food without the silly prices
Customers regularly mention the friendly service and good value for money, and Bodegón El Primero currently has a 4.5-star rating on Google.
You’ll find it at 10 Calle Malpaís, Santa Úrsula.
Opening hours are:
- Monday: 12:00 to 16:30
- Tuesday to Saturday: 19:30 to 22:15
- Sunday: Closed
So, if you fancy trying traditional Canarian food and goat meat while exploring the north of Tenerife, this one is worth putting on the list.