LUWAK — Restaurant in Las Palmas de Gran Canaria

I recently paid a visit to this specialty coffee café, and I was pleasantly surprised by the unique and delicious food options they offer. While the coffee was decent and well-prepared, it was the food that truly left a lasting impression on me. The café's motto, "El lugar donde poder disfrutar de una experiencia orgánica, vegana, vegetariana, artesana y sobre todo saborear en especial uno de los mejores cafés de la isla," perfectly captures the essence of the place.

We tried the kimchi sandwich and the pumpkin sandwich, and both were absolutely scrumptious! 🤤 The flavors were bold and inventive, blending beautifully with the artisan bread and fresh ingredients. It's evident that the café takes pride in creating healthy, organic, and tasty dishes that cater to various dietary preferences.

The atmosphere was relaxed and inviting, with a touch of warmth that made me feel right at home. The staff were friendly and knowledgeable about their menu, helping us make informed choices about our meal.

If you're looking for a café that not only serves decent coffee but also excels in creating unique and delicious food, I highly recommend giving this place a try. The combination of vegan, vegetarian, and artisan options, coupled with a cozy atmosphere, makes it a delightful spot for a memorable café experience. I'll definitely be back to try more of their...

I was severely disappointed.

When I went in, there was only one other table that was occupied. The sole waitress was talking to a person (could be a supplier or a potential customer, but it doesn't matter). She did well, she came and left me the menus. But she went back to the person and I was left unattended for quite a while.

I came to try their French toast, but it wasn't on the menu. I asked if there was a separate breakfast menu. There wasn't. The choice was limited.

The food was not to be faulted, but the price, my goodness. A plain "café con leche" was priced at €2.20! So I opted for a cappuccino, which costs 30 cents more. I don't know what "special" coffee they use, but it certainly wasn't Luwak, not that I would expect it. But a good organic coffee in a better café can be got for half that price. Oh, and the cappuccino was an ordinary white coffee to me.

And the avocado toast was one single slice of bread, with a little avocado spread on it. I had a poached egg with it, and all that was €8!

When I arrived home I had to have another breakfast. Seriously. And I am not a big eater.

Not going back is...

Just wow! So special, interesting combinations, no regular boring food. I could feel the bitterness (taste that I am afraid of experimenting with) in the salad balanced so mastery with other ingredients that it gave me a playful feeling on my tongue. And chocolate and mushrooms?! Never thought it was such a good combination! Homemade burgers, feeling yeast from the bread, every vegetable green and fresh, soft coffee with orange juice - just a great adventure with food, very surprising and joyful. And very nice guys there. I think someone is really making this with a heart and this place and everything has just such a dynamic soul. Thank you, I definitely want to come...