Restaurante La Marisma de Mariquita Hierro

Restaurante La Marisma de Mariquita Hierro

Looking for the best seafood restaurant in El Cotillo, Fuerteventura?
Locals and visitors alike recommend Restaurante La Marisma de Mariquita Hierro — a family-run spot serving sea-to-table dishes right on the shoreline.

🌊 Why Is Restaurante La Marisma So Popular?

• Oceanfront views — dine with a full view of turquoise Atlantic waters.

• Daily fresh catch — fish is caught each morning by the owner's family.

• Authentic Canarian cooking — family recipes passed down for generations.

🐟 What Are the Must-Try Dishes?

Top menu highlights include:

• 🐙 Grilled octopus with smoked paprika

• 🐟 Seared mero (grouper) with crispy skin

• 🍚 Arroz negro with pulpo – squid ink rice with octopus, lemon, and alioli

• 🍲 Caldo de pescado – rich Canarian fish soup with saffron broth

• 🥘 Seafood paella – clams, mussels, prawns, and squid

• 🥗 Grilled seasonal vegetables (vegetarian-friendly)

• 🍮 Bienmesabe – sweet almond custard dessert from the original 1970s recipe

👨‍👩‍👧 Who Runs the Restaurant?

The restaurant is run by three generations of the Mariquita family, who live and breathe Canarian culinary tradition:

• Paco — catches fish at dawn

• María — greets guests with warm hospitality

• Mariquita — the founder, still in the kitchen sharing stories and recipes

🍷 What’s the Wine Like?

Pair your meal with:

• Crisp white wines from Lanzarote

• Robust reds from the mainland

• Unique Canarian blends with Listán Negro grapes

• Plus, a free shot of ron miel (Canary Islands honey rum) to end your night right

📍 Where Is It and How Do I Get There?

Restaurante La Marisma de Mariquita Hierro
📍 Located in El Cotillo, on the northwest coast of Fuerteventura
🌅 Perfect for sunset dining by the sea
✅ Casual, romantic, and family-friendly

🧑‍🍳 Want to Learn Canarian Cooking Yourself?

Interested in learning how to make authentic dishes like arroz negro, paella, or bienmesabe?

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🏝️ Final Word: Is It Worth a Visit?

Yes, absolutely.
Whether you’re a foodie, a traveler searching for the real Fuerteventura, or just someone who loves fresh seafood by the sea — La Marisma is a can’t-miss experience.