Mexican Restaurants in Las Palmas, Gran Canaria: Where to Eat (2026)

Las Palmas de Gran Canaria is one of the most popular winter-sun destinations for British travellers, and the city has quietly built up a genuinely good Mexican dining scene to match. Whether you are staying near Las Canteras beach, exploring the historic quarters of Triana and Vegueta, or shopping around Mesa y Lopez, there is a proper taco within easy reach. This guide rounds up the real Mexican restaurants and taquerias in the city so you can skip the guesswork and eat well.

All of the places below are working restaurants in Las Palmas de Gran Canaria. We have grouped them by the sort of experience they offer, so you can pick what suits your evening.

Street-food taquerias for a quick, authentic taco

If you want the real deal, no frills, and a plate of tacos that would not look out of place on a Mexico City corner, start here. These are the spots locals rate for value and flavour.

Tiki Taco Sagasta

Tiki Taco specialises in Mexican street-style tacos and is one of the most popular taqueria brands on the island, with more than one location. The Sagasta branch, on Calle Sagasta near the beach, is a reliable choice for classic tacos done properly at an accessible price. Perfect for a casual lunch after a morning on Las Canteras.

Tiki Taco Galicia

The second Tiki Taco location sits on Calle Galicia, also close to Las Canteras. Same Mexican street-food approach and the same wallet-friendly prices, so if one branch is busy you have a ready alternative just a few streets away.

Maldito Taco

Tucked inside the Sotavento shopping centre, Maldito Taco serves authentic tacos with the flexibility of eating in, taking away, or grabbing an outdoor terrace table. Handy if you are already in the area and fancy something quick but properly made.

Sit-down Mexican restaurants for a longer meal

When you want to settle in, order a few plates to share and maybe a mezcal or a margarita, these are the restaurants to book.

La Picantina

A charming Mexican restaurant known for an authentic culinary experience, using fresh produce from the central market prepared daily. It holds a strong 4.6/5 on Google across more than 1,400 reviews, which makes it one of the most consistently praised Mexican spots in the city. A safe bet if you want quality without gambling.

Gallo Negro

Set in the historic Triana district, Gallo Negro is a favourite for lovers of Mexican cooking, with Day of the Dead murals and a warm, family-friendly atmosphere. It is a lovely choice if you want the food alongside a bit of Mexican character and colour.

De Mala Madre Gastromex

This gastronomic corner pays daily homage to Mexican cooking under chef Jorge Villarino, with tacos al pastor and other authentic dishes. If you care about who is in the kitchen and want cooking with a personal stamp, put this one on your list.

Mancha Mantel

An authentic Mexican restaurant with an exceptional mezcal selection that is genuinely hard to find elsewhere on the island, backed by attentive service. It moved to a new home on Calle Juan Rejon in 2025, so it is worth a visit for the drinks list alone.

Ay Carmela

Located inside the Mercado del Puerto, Ay Carmela is known for soft, delicious tacos, excellent Mexican margaritas and Bloody Marys, all served with warm hospitality. The covered market setting makes it a fun, buzzy spot to graze and drink.

Cantinas with a broad, crowd-pleasing menu

If you are dining with a mixed group, and especially with children or anyone new to Mexican food, a cantina with a wide menu keeps everyone happy.

Chiwawa Cantina Mesa y Lopez

A Mexican cantina in the Mesa y Lopez shopping area with an extensive menu of tacos, burritos, fajitas and cocktails. The generous choice makes it an easy option when tastes around the table differ.

Chiwawa Cantina Vegueta

The Chiwawa branch in the historic Vegueta quarter offers the same Mexican menu of tacos, burritos and cocktails in a more tourist-friendly, atmospheric part of town. Convenient if you are already wandering Vegueta's old streets.

Practical tips for eating Mexican in Las Palmas

• Where to base yourself: Many of these restaurants cluster around the Mesa y Lopez and beach areas (Sagasta, Galicia, Secretario Artiles) and in the historic quarters of Triana and Vegueta. If you are staying near Las Canteras, you will have several taquerias within walking distance.
• Booking: The sit-down restaurants can get busy in the evenings, particularly at weekends and in the peak winter season, so it is worth reserving a table where you can.
• Ordering to share: Mexican food is built for sharing. Order a spread of tacos and a couple of larger plates for the table rather than a dish each.
• Drinks: Look out for proper margaritas and, at spots like Mancha Mantel, a serious mezcal list if you want to explore agave spirits beyond tequila.

Fancy making it at home?

If a trip to Las Palmas leaves you craving Mexican food back home, one of the most rewarding dishes to try is tacos al pastor, the marinated pork tacos you will spot on menus across the city. Follow our step-by-step tacos al pastor recipe to recreate that flavour in your own kitchen.

Ready to plan your meals? Browse the full list of Mexican restaurants to find more real spots across Spain and beyond.