Luīze Beča
Source: Google Maps
3 months ago
Amazing! croquetas were superb and everything else was amazing, best service , super sweet people running the place, come here if you want an authentic experience!
Local Spanish tasca
4.6 (5)Santa Cruz de Tenerife20-30 €


Tasca La Cueva De Madera Leo y Montse is a small informal tasca for homemade food away from the crowds. Croquettes and grilled cod come through as strong orders, and staff bridge English and Spanish kindly enough to make visitors feel comfortable.
Prices are fair, and dishes can sometimes be adjusted when possible. Do not expect a formal dining room; the strength is authentic, simple cooking in a local-feeling space, with service that makes repeat visits feel natural.
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Guest review summary
Commonly mentioned by visitors.
Croquettes and grilled cod come through as strong orders.
Homemade food feels authentic without tourist polish.
Kind service and fair prices make repeat visits easy.
Small informal format; not a formal dining room.
Recommended reviews
Luīze Beča
Source: Google Maps
3 months ago
Amazing! croquetas were superb and everything else was amazing, best service , super sweet people running the place, come here if you want an authentic experience!
AndreeaBeatrice Ungureanu
Source: Google Maps
4 months ago
Very good food and service
Lucy Ferris
Source: Google Maps
4 years ago
A wonderful restaurant, I highly recommend ! I came here for a meal in March. We were immediately greeted by a lovely and friendly server who was very helpful in assisting us through English and Spanish! She was thoroughly attentive all night and nothing was too much trouble. All food was delicious, I had the grilled cod - photo attached - and was cooked exactly to taste. Lots of care and attention was provided and I will definitely return!
ali web
Source: Google Maps
4 years ago
Amazing food and lovely service. The restaurant is removed from the busy tourist attractions and offers authentic Spanish food mixed with some English classics. The menu is in Spanish but the staff are incredibly accommodating and will alter dishes to meet your personal preferences if they can.
Danuta Jolly
Source: Google Maps
7 years ago
Wonderful food and not expensive. I highly recommend it. We've been there twice and Will definitely go again when we come back to Tenerife. Staff and service exceptional. If you want something to eat that is a little bit different try Tasca La Cueva.
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