When it comes to experiencing authentic Canarian food, few places capture the island’s culinary traditions quite like a guachinche. From hearty home-style recipes to grilled meats cooked over charcoal, these traditional eateries remain a favourite with both locals and visitors.
One of them is Guachinche Como en Casa, located in Guamasa, which recently welcomed a special guest. Tenerife-born footballer Pedro Rodríguez, better known as Pedrito, visited the restaurant over the weekend, with the team sharing a photo on social media and thanking him for choosing to dine there.
Traditional Canarian favourites
Guachinche Como en Casa specialises in classic Canarian dishes served in a relaxed and welcoming setting.
Popular menu items include:
- Cheese with gofio and honey
- Goat meat
- Escaldón
- Squid in sauce
- Ropa Vieja
- Carne Fiesta
- Huevos a la Estampida
- Mushrooms stuffed with almogrote
The restaurant is also well known for its charcoal-grilled meats, including sirloin, T-bone steak, ribeye and mixed grills. Premium cuts are also available depending on availability.
For those looking for something different, the menu also features a selection of fresh fish, seafood and rice dishes.
A visit from a Tenerife football star
Sharing the visit on social media, the restaurant wrote:
“This weekend we had the honour of welcoming Pedro Rodríguez to Como en Casa.”
They also thanked the former Spain international for his visit, adding that it is always a pleasure when well-known sporting figures choose to spend time around their table.
Where to find it
Guachinche Como en Casa is located on TF-235, 131, Cruz Chica, Guamasa, in the municipality of San Cristóbal de La Laguna.
The restaurant also offers a terrace, a chill-out area and is pet-friendly, making it a popular choice for families and groups looking to enjoy traditional Canarian food in a relaxed atmosphere.
It is open Sunday to Thursday from 12:30pm to 11:00pm, while Friday and Saturday opening is extended until midnight.