This is the kind of thing that actually matters more than awards from a panel.
The Ruta de la Tapa in Northeast Tenerife has wrapped up… and the winners were decided by the people who actually went out, tried them, and voted.
Over 700 ratings in total… so not exactly a quiet turnout.
The Winners
No overcomplicated scoring… just results:
🥇 Tapa de Oro – Tasca Los Corazones (543 points)
🥈 Tapa de Plata – Bar Restaurante El Fogón (434 points)
🥉 Tapa de Bronce – Cafetería Vanely (357 points)
Spread across Tejina, Valle de Guerra, Punta del Hidalgo and Bajamar… so it wasn’t all centred in one spot.
Why This Works
Simple really.
People trust other people more than critics.
If a place wins something like this, it usually means it’s actually good… not just well presented or trendy.
More Than Just Tapas
These routes aren’t just about food.
They get people moving around different parts of the island… trying places they probably wouldn’t normally visit.
And that’s where local businesses benefit most.
The Bigger Picture
It’s also pushing local produce without making a big song and dance about it.
Restaurants use what’s on the island… people try it… everyone wins.
Worth Checking Out?
If you’re near any of these places… yes.
Even if you’re not, it’s a good excuse for a short drive and a few stops along the way.
Just don’t expect to stop at one… that’s never how it goes.