La Hierbita
A family-run restaurant in a 19th-century house in Santa Cruz's old town, specializing in Canarian home cooking.
Housed in a 19th-century historic building on Calle Clavel in Santa Cruz, this family-run restaurant offers around 65 indoor seats and a small terrace. The menu features classic Canarian home-cooked dishes, including papas arrugadas with mojo sauce, grilled Palmero cheese, almogrote, and puchero (beef stew), alongside vegetarian options. Reviews praise the generous portions and reasonable prices, though some diners feel it has become somewhat tourist-oriented. Opening hours vary across platforms, so calling ahead to confirm is recommended. It is within walking distance of the city center, making it a great spot for your first taste of local cuisine.
Opening hours
Most sources indicate daily lunch from around 12:00 and dinner from around 19:00; hours vary across platforms, so calling to confirm is recommended
Nearby sights
- Museo de la Naturaleza y Arqueología (MUNA)
- Mercado de Nuestra Señora de África
- Auditorio de Tenerife
- Palmetum of Santa Cruz de Tenerife
- San Cristóbal de La Laguna
- Anaga Rural Park
- Playa de Las Teresitas
- Playa de Benijo