Finding a restaurant that serves quality fresh fish at reasonable prices is not always easy. However, in the north of Tenerife, one local restaurant has built a loyal following thanks to its daily selection of fresh seafood and traditional Canarian dishes.
Restaurante La Pimienta, located in La Matanza de Acentejo, has become a popular choice for both locals and visitors looking to enjoy fresh fish without paying premium prices.
Choose your own fresh fish
One of the restaurant’s biggest attractions is its fresh fish display, allowing diners to choose exactly which fish they would like cooked. Seeing the daily catch before ordering gives customers confidence in the freshness and quality of the produce.
Alongside its selection of fresh fish, the menu also features seafood favourites including limpets (lapas), octopus and king prawns, making it an ideal destination for anyone who enjoys seafood.
Traditional Canarian dishes also on the menu
Although seafood is the main attraction, La Pimienta also serves several classic Canarian dishes that are perfect for sharing.
Popular options include:
- Escaldón de gofio
- Canarian cheeses
- Chocos (cuttlefish)
To finish the meal, diners can choose from a selection of homemade desserts, including quesillo, chocolate mousse and seasonal fruit for those looking for a lighter option.
Where to find it
Restaurante La Pimienta is located at Carretera San Antonio, 70, La Matanza de Acentejo. It has built an excellent reputation, holding 4.7 stars on Google, with customers regularly praising both the quality of the food and the value for money.
The restaurant is open Wednesday to Sunday from 12:30pm until 4:30pm, serving lunch only. It closes on Mondays and Tuesdays.
Its popularity is particularly noticeable at weekends, when the dining room regularly fills up and it’s common for customers to wait for a table, reflecting its growing reputation as one of the north of Tenerife’s favourite places to enjoy fresh fish at sensible prices.
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