Plaza Churrería Bocatería — Restaurant in Yaiza

I am always happy to spend money at a place that offers such great service as Plaza Churrería Bocatería. We were lucky to arrive when the place was not too busy, and we had time to chat with the owner, Zuzana, and her son.

There is a beautiful story behind this family-run business. They ran a bocatería for years before starting Churrería Plaza. They strived for perfection from the very start, hiring a professional from the Canary Islands to teach them how to make the best churros/porras for their customers.

Zuzana passionately explained how important it is to have properly risen yeast dough and the exact oil temperature to make churros/porras both crunchy and spongy. Their attention to detail is part of their personality. They moved their business only 20 meters because Zuzana thought the new location was just a little bit better.

We learned a lot more, but I will keep some things for you to discover. One thing we missed was trying their meat. Zuzana recommended it to us, but they were already closing, so we will definitely go for it the next time we are...

I went here while I had time for my bus transfer to the airport. I didn't realise it was cash only and only had my card. I told the owner I'd have to run back (3 minutes walk) to collect cash from my partner. He expressed it was no problem, and I could take them for free. Or pay tomorrow or even on my next visit to lanzarote.... this kindness is missed in today's society. I made sure I made it back to him with his money and a tip. The coffee was fantastic, too. "Mucho...

If you’re in Playa Blanca and craving specialty coffee, Churrería is the place to go. While most cafés here serve standard brews, this spot stands out with an exceptional espresso that rivals any specialty coffee shop. The churros are simply extraordinary—crispy, fresh, and perfectly paired with your drink. The service is warm and attentive, making every visit a pleasure. Come here and you won’t be...