The Bistro

A lovely little restaurant. I chose The Bistro because of the very good reviews. Unfortunately they didn’t have what I wanted but what I then chose was very nice. A chicken burger, fries and coleslaw. I rarely order chicken burgers as I find them to be dry but this one wasn’t. It was very flavourful, had plenty of salad and just the right amount of mayonnaise. The service was excellent, Mark was very attentive, he offered other suggestions of what to choose on the menu and later he found time to stop and have a nice conversation with me. A very nice spot with reasonably priced great food and excellent service. It’s a little difficult to see the sign as it’s set back from the road but it’s directly in between Sa Wad Dee and El Saloon.

We went to The Bistro as a group of four — two couples — after it was picked by our Londoner friends on a mission to find real, quality food on the island. And honestly? For us locals living in Gran Canaria, it turned out to be a beautiful surprise. Tucked slightly off the main tourist paths, this place might not catch your eye immediately — but the reviews speak volumes. And now we can confirm: they’re absolutely right. The atmosphere is exactly what you hope for during a chill meal out — dim lighting, soft sea breeze, cozy-chic decor, and just the right level of background buzz. The staff is incredibly warm, and the owner is the kind of host who makes you feel like you're in his home, not just his restaurant. We didn’t mind the short wait — food this good clearly gets made with care. And it showed. Let’s talk about that food. Two of us went for the brunch tower — that gorgeous mix of sweet and savory you’ll probably see in the photos. It’s as good as it looks (maybe better). We also had the savory pancakes with crispy, real bacon — rich, flavorful, perfectly done. The smashed burger was massive and satisfying, and even the fries deserve a mention: golden, crunchy, addictive. We ended up lingering well past closing time, completely caught up in conversation and good vibes. The owner didn’t say a word — just let us enjoy. Naturally, we left a generous tip out of pure gratitude. This place is a must if you want to escape the usual Playa del Inglés tourist chaos and treat yourself to a laid-back, quality experience with real food and genuine hospitality. We’ll definitely be back to try more from the menu. Recommended for: Brunch lovers (those towers are no joke), foodies seeking hidden gems with soul, anyone tired of overpriced, underwhelming tourist traps, people who appreciate small gestures and slow, beautiful meals

Arrived at 10am on a Saturday morning and we were first in the queue. Had 3 veggie and 1 English breakfast. Delicious and good quality food. Had lovely smoothies . Very busy which makes a great atmosphere and we were in no hurry. A gem

Such a beautiful place for brunch! Both the service and food are consistently incredible. Mark is an absolute delight and so lovely to interact with, would go back just to see him!! But the food was also amazing!!! The scrambled eggs are beautiful and everything was tasty. The coffees/smoothies are also fab. We went 3 times in a week and every time everything was cooked and presented perfectly. Would highly recommend to anyone in/visiting the area.

Great place! Great staff (thank you Marco for your awesome hospitality) and last but not least, the food is awesome. I recommend to have Egg Benedict with Salmon! The croissants were also very fresh and warm. Loved it! 5 stars from me. NOTE: I forgot to take the photo of the egg Benedict but as far as I can see here in the reviews, there is plenty of them

Fantastic chef James. Mark customer service and humour amazing. 5 stars all round

The best pancakes ever! So good, we came back twice on our holiday! Proper chill vibes, lovely shaded area to sit outside. Staff super friendly and service amazing. Would deffo recommend as a place to visit for breakfast/brunch

The Bistro – 5 stars ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Came in on a Saturday morning and there was a stream of people waiting at the door. Despite how busy they clearly were, the service was nothing short of impeccable. Our server was attentive, warm, and somehow made us feel like we were the only table in the room. Drinks arrived quickly, orders were spot-on. The food? Flawless. Everything came out hot, seasoned to perfection and delicious. In an era where “busy” often becomes an excuse for mediocre service, The Bistro somehow rises above it all and delivers an outstanding experience from start to finish. My only regret, is I didn’t take a photo of my food … which I’ll add to this review tomorrow! Highly, highly recommend. I’ll be back tomorrow, in fact for the rest of my stay – and I suggest you book ahead, because this place deserves to stay this busy!