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Restaurant in Santiago del Teide, Santa Cruz de Tenerife
What should I order at La Paella Rústica?
What to order
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Seafood Paella
Repeatedly highlighted as especially tasty, with reviews calling it gorgeous, absolutely delicious, and full of rich flavors. It was also praised for having lots of seafood and being perfectly cooked.
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Black Rice
Directly singled out as amazing and strongly recommended by one reviewer, who also noted the restaurant’s consistently good food quality and generous portions.
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Creamy Rice
Recommended as one of the best seafood dishes the reviewers had ever had, suggesting it is a particularly memorable and highly satisfying rice dish.
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Fillet Steak
Described as the best fillet steak one reviewer had ever experienced, praised for being consistently excellent and served by knowledgeable staff.
Details
Location
C. Pob. Marinero, 2, Santiago del Teide, Santa Cruz de Tenerife, 38683, ES
Open in Google MapsHours
| Monday | 1 to 5 PM, 6 to 9 PM |
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| Tuesday | 1 to 5 PM, 6 to 9 PM |
| Wednesday | 1 to 5 PM, 6 to 9 PM |
| Thursday | 1 to 5 PM, 6 to 9 PM |
| Friday | 1 to 5 PM, 6 to 9 PM |
| Saturday | 1 to 5 PM, 6 to 9 PM |
| Sunday | Closed |
About La Paella Rústica
La Paella Rústica is a restaurant in Santiago del Teide, Santa Cruz de Tenerife, with Spanish, Mediterranean, tapas, lunch, wine bar, lounge bar, and beer store categories. Reviewers consistently praise the paella, especially fish and seafood paella, along with seafood dishes like octopus, grilled squid, and creamy shrimp. The restaurant is also known for its harbour setting near Los Gigantes, with views of the port, cliffs, and mountains. Guests repeatedly mention friendly service, generous portions, and reasonable prices.
Amenities
Accessibility
- Wheelchair accessible entrance
- Wheelchair accessible restroom
- Wheelchair accessible seating
Frequently asked
What is La Paella Rústica known for?
It is best known for paella, especially fish and seafood paella and other seafood-heavy rice dishes. Reviewers also call out grilled octopus, creamy rice, and black rice, with many saying the portions are generous and the seafood is plentiful.
What dishes are most recommended at La Paella Rústica?
The most frequently recommended dishes are fish and seafood paella, black rice, grilled octopus, and creamy shrimp or creamy tempura shrimp. Reviewers also mention fried squid, shrimp starters with warm bread, and steak with peppercorn sauce as standout options.
What is the atmosphere like at La Paella Rústica?
The setting is a harbourfront terrace in Los Gigantes with views of the port, cliffs, and mountains, and some reviews mention sunset dining and indoor-outdoor seating. The vibe is relaxed but polished, which works well for couples, groups sharing tapas, or anyone coming for a scenic meal.
Is La Paella Rústica good value, and what is the price range?
Reviewers repeatedly describe the prices as reasonable or good value, especially for the amount of food served. A seafood plate is said to be enough for 2 hungry people, and several guests mention leaving full after paella, tapas, and drinks like house wine or sangria.
When is the best time to visit La Paella Rústica?
Dinner around sunset is specifically mentioned as a strong time to go, since the harbour views are part of the experience. Reviewers also note that service is often fast even when the restaurant is busy, so it works well for a scenic meal without a long wait.
