Where to Find the Best Octopus in Las Palmas de Gran Canaria
If you’ve ever wandered around Las Palmas de Gran Canaria craving the perfect pulpo dish, you’ll know it’s not always easy to find. Some menus overcook it, others drown it in sauce, and a few just miss the mark completely. But don’t worry — we’ve done the legwork (and the leg chewing) to round up three spots that get octopus right. Whether you’re here for a few days or call this city home, here’s where to go when the octopus urge hits.
🐙 Ñoño El Chico (Near La Cicer)
Tucked just off the southern end of Playa de Las Canteras, Ñoño El Chico is one of those places that doesn’t shout for attention — it just delivers. The vibe is casual but cosy, the menu is full of flavour, and yes, their octopus is the kind that makes you close your eyes and nod approvingly after each bite. Perfectly grilled, tender without being mushy, and seasoned like someone’s abuela is back there doing the honours. It’s a great place to unwind after a surf or a long beach walk.
📍 Address: Close to La Cicer, Las Palmas de Gran Canaria
🕐 Ideal for: the full local experience
🐟 Tasca La Lonja (Just Off the Beachfront)
If you like your seafood with a sea breeze, Tasca La Lonja should be on your list. It’s just a short stroll from the beach, and the setting strikes that sweet spot between relaxed and refined. Their octopus is a thing of beauty — crispy edges, tender centre, and often served with papas arrugadas or a mellow mojo that doesn’t steal the show. It’s the kind of place you’ll want to return to before your trip’s even over.
📍 Address: One block inland from Playa de Las Canteras
🕐 Ideal for: A seaside lunch or sunset dinner
💬 Nikki says: “Tasca La Lonja has great octopus!”
🍽️ El Corazón de Cuba (Mercado del Puerto)
Now, if you prefer your octopus a little more low-key (but no less delicious), head straight to El Corazón de Cuba at the Mercado del Puerto. It’s a no-frills Cuban bar that serves surprisingly epic grilled octopus. Seriously — it’s smoky, juicy, and made with love. Pull up a stool, grab a drink, and enjoy the laid-back atmosphere of one of the city’s best casual eats.
📍 Address: Mercado del Puerto, Calle Albareda 76, Las Palmas de Gran Canaria
🕐 Ideal for: Chill dinners, impromptu meetups, or solo foodie moments
💬 Alfred says: “It looks like a casual bar — it is a casual bar — but the octopus and the service are top.”
🐾 Final Bite
Las Palmas de Gran Canaria might not market itself as a seafood capital, but these three spots prove that great octopus is absolutely on the menu — if you know where to look. From beachside bites to casual market gems, you’ve got options that’ll satisfy even the most tentacle-obsessed palate. So go ahead, order the pulpo, and thank us later (preferably with a photo of your plate).
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