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Balalaika restaurant, Russian & international cuisine in Las Canteras

28/05/2021 Por Local Guide Gran Canaria

Balalaika restaurant is a classic in the city of Las Palmas de Gran Canaria. And it has been serving Russian and international cuisine for residents and visitors of the capital for decades. In the following lines we will tell you a little more to encourage you to try it. And what is a balalaika? In case you did not know, it is the most popular Russian instrument. Very similar to a lute.

Russian salad, Balalaika restaurant
Russian salad, Balalaika restaurant

Balalaika restaurant

The Balalaika is also in an idyllic place. This is, on the beachfront of Las Canteras beach. Its restaurant is divided into three zones: terrace next to the sand, covered terrace with awning and interior dining room.

Views from the terrace of Balalaika Restaurant
Views from the terrace of Balalaika Restaurant

Concerning their cuisine and menu, they are specialized in Russian cuisine, although they have many international dishes. Among its Russian star dishes, stand out the marinated herring and the Coeur de Filet Catarine for at least two people. They also have Russian salad, but it’s nothing special.

Marinated herring, Balalaika Las Canteras  
Marinated herring, Balalaika Las Canteras  
Coeur de Filet Caterina, Balalaika restaurant specialty
Coeur de Filet Caterina, Balalaika restaurant specialty

Its menu is quite extensive and has international dishes as typical as the escalope that they prepare so delicious. In addition, it comes with natural fries and fried egg. Never has such a simple dish been so good.

Escalope with natural french fries and egg
Escalope with natural french fries and egg  

Price Balalaika restaurant

Regarding the price, it can be said that it is normal. The good service, the location on the front line and the quality of the food must be paid. Therefore, we are talking about € 20-25 per person, depending on whether you order wine.

Contact and reservations

As we mentioned, Balalaika is located on the promenade of Las Canteras beach, at No. 7. They are open every day from 12:00 am to 12:00 pm. Although the restaurant is quite large, if you are going to go on the weekend, we recommend you to book by calling +34928464515.

Terraza Balalaika Las Canteras
Covered terrace in Balalaika

If you want to know more places like this, do not miss our guide of restaurants in Gran Canaria with more than 80 places to eat on the island. Here you will find restaurants and cafes that residents frequent throughout the island for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Find them out by clicking on the following image.

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Filed Under: INTERNATIONAL, PLACES TO EAT

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