Rojo Tomate - Pizzeria Lajares

Rojo Tomate is a pizzeria and Italian restaurant on C. la Cancela in Lajares, offering an evening setting for handmade-style food and relaxed dining in Fuerteventura. The venue combines the familiar character of a neighbourhood pizzeria with an interest in traditional cooking, fresh seasonal produce and culinary experimentation.

Pizza forms the centre of the menu, with classic combinations alongside more indulgent options and a choice of bases. The listed flour selection includes standard, wholemeal and turmeric varieties, giving diners different ways to approach the dough. Vegan cheese is also available, and the kitchen includes vegan dishes for plant-based diners. The menu extends beyond pizza into other Italian foods, starters and changing specials.

The restaurant has a bright, quirky character and a welcoming atmosphere. Its style is informal and sociable, with a setting suited to a casual dinner, a relaxed meal with friends or an easy stop for Italian food in Lajares. Italian craft beer is part of the drinks offering, while house wine provides another straightforward pairing for pizza and other dishes.

Rojo Tomate also caters for meals away from the restaurant. Diners can call ahead to arrange takeaway, allowing orders to be collected at a chosen time, and the venue also presents a home delivery service. Table reservations are available by telephone or WhatsApp, which can be useful during the evening service.

The venue’s focus on fresh ingredients, alternative flours and vegan cheese gives the menu a broader range than a standard pizzeria, while its emphasis remains on handmade Italian-style comfort food. Rojo Tomate suits diners looking for pizza with a choice of dietary-friendly additions, as well as those interested in seasonal dishes and a relaxed local restaurant atmosphere.