Fuerteventura - Eating
Unsurprisingly, fish is predominant in most of the island’s restaurants, especially those on the coast with swordfish, sea bass, octopus and limpets as some of the more favoured delicacies. Inland, the ingredients favour more pastoral palettes with goat, rabbit, gofio (roasted corn meal) and the famous Maxorata cheese on the menu. Most main dishes are served with the ubiquitous accompaniments of fiery red mojo sauce and wrinkled potatoes (papas arrugadas).
Bahia De Cata (better Known As Nestor’s
Friendly, all-you-can-eat barbecue at the weekend, with a good variety of international dishes with a Caribbean twist served weekdays. Renowned for its ribs.
Casa Princess Arminda
Family-run eatery hiding behind the old church in Betancuria. Choice of alfresco dining in the courtyard or inside seating in rustic surroundings.
Marisma Restaurant
Very popular fish restaurant owned and run by three brothers who take it in turns to head out unto the briny and haul in the day’s catch.
El Patio De Lajares
Elegant ‘silverware’ restaurant in Lajares, decorated with antiques and oil paintings. Celebrated for its extensive wine cellar.
