Grupo Tripicotea

One family story, several ways to eat in northern Tenerife

Grupo Tripicotea is less a single restaurant than a family of dining rooms with different personalities. Founded by brothers Mario and Fabián Torres, whose father was a chef and winemaker, the group includes El Calderito de la Abuela, La Bodeguita de Enfrente, and Donde Mario in Santa Úrsula. Their concepts offer a useful range for travelers exploring Tenerife’s north: home-style Canarian cooking, informal wine and small plates, and a more intimate, creative menu.

The group’s identity is tied to local ingredients and a sense of place. Its kitchens work with producers from Tenerife and the surrounding region, while an in-house garden supplies some herbs and vegetables. The family also maintains a connection to wine through its own Bodega Burchard Canarias label. Rather than making every venue feel alike, the group uses those shared values as a foundation for restaurants that suit different moods and occasions.

Choosing the right table

El Calderito de la Abuela is the clearest choice for a meal grounded in Canarian tradition; La Bodeguita de Enfrente leans toward relaxed grazing with wine; Donde Mario offers a more personal, contemporary experience. Together, they make Santa Úrsula a worthwhile food stop beyond the island’s main resort areas. The group’s own website lists current concepts and menus, so visitors can match the restaurant to the kind of meal they want before making the drive.