La Pequeña Habana
La Pequeña Habana
La Pequeña Habana (Calle Fernando Guanarteme, Las Palmas) – patrons come to this venue to be transported to Cuban nightlife. The atmosphere at La Pequena Habana spills of the dreamy Caribbean, the sense of hearing filled with salsa and rumba beats that are often played live during concerts by top Cuban salsa bands.
The club is frequented mainly by Latin Americans who are more than willing to show off their authentic Latin moves. La Pequeña Habana also offers dance lessons for those without any experience of dancing to the Latin rhythms, as well as more advanced classes for those who want to brush up on their moves. Al this makes this nightspot a popular “salsoteca”.
El Gallinero Café Arte
El Gallinero Café Arte
El Gallinero Café Arte (Calle Fernando Guanarteme, Las Palmas) – this is a popular lounge, where an artsy casually-dressed crowd of locals and expats hang out (especially those 30 and above). A range of entertainment can be found here – from lives bands, to a magic show, and even experimental theater productions. Sometimes, the crowd here does their own campfire-style sing-along sessions.
El Kopa
El Kopa
El Kopa (Lugar Muelle Santa Catalina, Las Palmas) – this is another venue that does the “day club” concept (partying during the day). Located near La Palma’s harbor, the club has a beautiful interior design and is in an open air. There is a dress code – with flip flops and shorts you won’t be allowed to enter. Of course, the club is open at night, and live entertainment is often booked there. The environment and the people are more sophisticated and normally 25-50 years old.
Discoteca The Latin Palace
Discoteca The Latin Palace
Discoteca The Latin Palace (Calle Secretario Artiles 48, Las Palmas) – formerly known as Área, this nightspot is centered right at the core of Las Palma’s nightlife, and is typically overflowing with a Salsa-loving Latin clientele from the moment it opens its doors to the end of the night.
A fun, friendly, slightly chaotic venue, there is no particular age group that dominates Area. It is a universally appealing place with plenty of feel-good music and a relaxed atmosphere that makes for great evenings out. Live Latin bands are often booked here. The bar is enormous and can sit up to 300 people. Whether visiting alone or with friends, Area is sure to throw up lots of surprises and good times during the night.
Cuasquías
Cuasquías
Cuasquías (Calle San Pedro 2, Las Palmas) – this bar offers a variety of live music on the weekend – from jazz to punk, reggae, and even swing music. The bar has a small dance floor, a stage and many seating opportunities. Further, when guests walk towards the restrooms, a long stretched and comfortable lounge area is being offered to the guests to hang out. This lounge is equipped with a bar and many tables and chairs which allows guests to chill out and talk about the live acts in a less loud place. Also, this room offers a small “Africa-shop” where one can buy African wood craft and wristbands.
Zoe Food Las Palmas
Zoe Food Las Palmas
Zoe Food Las Palmas (Calle Domingo Navarro 35, Las Palmas) — Zoe Food is a sales point of organic products, and a restaurant. They use non-treated natural organic foods, and minimize the use of meat — ensuring a healthy diet. Its menu respects a wide range of food intolerances, and specializes in vegan plates. At Zoe everybody eats: taste, pleasure, and satisfaction for everyone.
Wapa Tapa
Wapa Tapa
Wapa Tapa (Yumbo Centrum, Playa del Inglés, Maspalomas) — Located in the center of Las Palmas and Playa del Ingles, Wapa Tapa specializes in Spanish and international tapas. Besides the great variety of food, Wapa Tapa also has a wine cellar that offers a great selection of Spanish wines at reasonable prices. Some of the dishes include Spanish cheeses, chorizo and chicken skewers. However, try the ‘Chef’s Menu’ – a tapas selection chosen by the chef depending on his mood and inspiration on the day. The menu here offers plenty of meals for vegetarians too, so no one will be left behind.
Pruebe Mesón Gran Canaria
Pruebe Mesón Gran Canaria
Taste Mesón Gran Canaria (Paseo Des Las Marañuelas 1, Arguineguin, Las Palmas) – this restaurant offers tasty tapas-style dishes alongside their extensive wine list. Many wines are served by the glass – perfect for sampling. What’s more, there’s a spacious seating area overlooking the water.
Que Tal by Stena
Que Tal by Stena
Que Tal by Stena (Urbanización Puerto de Mogán, local 101, Mogán) – this is a contemporary restaurant which is open for dinner time only. But, if you will spare some time to visit Que Tal, that dinner promises to be unforgettable. The interior has a bohemian feel, with many artworks by modern painters dotted on the walls, and white tablecloths with flower arrangements. The chef’s team strives to achieve perfection while presenting a unique mixture of international flavors. The restaurant serves a five course menu that changes on a regular basis. Different wines accompany each course and the taste reaches the standard of Michelin star cooking. Your meal’s preparation becomes a captivating entertaining as the chefs prepare the food in an open kitchen, right in front of the customers’ eyes. Dinner in Que Tal will be an outstanding experience from the first glass of wine to the desert.
N’enoteca
N’enoteca
N’enoteca (Urb. Puerto de Mogán, local 380/381, Puerto de Mogán) – this restaurant was launched by two Canarians of Italian descent — Greta and Neno — who have managed to create an authentic Italian atmosphere and cuisine away from Italy. The starters from N’enoteca’s menu, like the aubergine with rocket and Parmesan, have received outstanding reviews for their quality and flavor.
The main dishes include delicious carpaccio, pasta with lemon sauce and lamb chops. N’enoteca specializes in traditional Italian pasta and offers more than 20 different types, all made from the best fresh produce. The wine list has a great variety of Italian wines, available by the glass or in bottles. N’enoteca is located in a secluded place, which is an ideal romantic escape from the bustle of the city.
