To speak of gastronomy in Lanzarote, is to speak of the Canary Island gastronomy. On these islands in Spain, the world famous "mojo picon" and fish should be savoured. It is the heart of the canary diet.

In Lanzarote it's gastronomy is mostly based on fresh fish. The fact that it's an island with a great volcanic surface and not very fertile lands, historically looking at the sea, is the reason for it basing it's dishes on fruits from the sea.
The most typical dish in Lanzarote is boiled fish with the famous mojo picon sauce. This dish is called Sancocho and is absolutely delicious. Besides the traditional Canary Islands, Spain cuisine, there are also many other international restuarants for those of you who enjoy a cosmpolitan offer when choosing your restaurant. In this next section we offer you a list of great restaurants to have lunch or dinner at!