Among the little streets that lead down to the northern coast of Tenerife, there is a small white house that has managed to preserve the soul of traditional eateries.
On its whitewashed façade, with no flamboyance or neon lights, only the sound of the sea and the aroma of fresh fish reveal what happens inside: generous dishes, a friendly atmosphere, and the pride of cooking what the land and the ocean provide.
In this hidden corner, even famous faces let their guard down. One of them wanted to leave a mark, not for glamour or marketing, but for the love of it. The restaurant itself shared the moment on its social media, with a smiling picture and a simple message that well summarises its philosophy: “Before the colours, there’s the person.”
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Casa Mi Madre
That place is called Casa Mi Madre, and it is located in Las Aguas, a coastal area belonging to the municipality of San Juan de La Rambla.
According to reviews on platforms like TripAdvisor (4.5 out of 5) or GastroRanking (8.6 out of 10), this restaurant is the highest-rated in the area.
It was here that Oriol Romeu, midfielder for F.C. Barcelona, was spotted. The establishment celebrated his visit with humility and warmth: “Thank you for your friendliness and for being open to recommendations for your lunch.”
Beyond the gesture, what’s interesting is that these types of diners don’t come for show; rather, they come on recommendation and return.
Fish and more
Although fresh fish is the star of the house, the menu also includes popular starters such as limpets, octopus, chickpeas with shrimp, bonito salad, or homemade croquettes, which customers readily commend.
Everything is served in a relaxed environment, without haste, as if returning to grandmother’s dining room. The small, traditional house features two terraces: one at street level and another on the roof, from which the Tenerife coastline can be admired.
At lunchtime, the Atlantic complements the flavours with unbeatable views.
A restaurant with soul
Casa Mi Madre aims to be nothing more than what it is: a charming seaside tavern where local produce reigns and attentive service elevates everything.
And if someone like Oriol Romeu has been charmed, it’s no coincidence.
