Chinese Restaurants in Fuerteventura

Chinese food isn’t the first thing you think of in Fuerteventura, but there are actually a few solid spots scattered around if you know where to look.

In Corralejo, you’ll find places like ‘Mandarin House’ that mix the usual sweet and sour offerings with some local twists. It’s casual but gets busy on weekends – locals and tourists alike flock there, so try to go early or be ready to wait. Then there’s La Lajita, where a small, family-run joint serves up good, no-fuss dishes like egg fried rice and dumplings that really hit the spot after a day at the dunes.

One thing I’ve learned living here is that these restaurants rarely stick strictly to traditional recipes. Instead, they mix in Canarian ingredients like locally grown peppers or fresh fish from the coast, so you get something unique. My tip: if they have ‘hot and sour soup’ on the menu, order it , it’s surprisingly flavorful and not just the watery version you find elsewhere.

Oh, and keep in mind, many Chinese spots around Fuerteventura close early, especially outside the main tourist areas, so plan accordingly. It’s not all buffet and heavy sauces here, some places lean more toward fresh and light flavors, which I appreciate after days of heavy tapas and seafood.