The North Coast and Northern Highlands Restaurants
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1. Don Cuy
$ | |To experience the Andean delicacies that huarasinos eat on special occasions, take a 10-minute taxi ride outside downtown to this excellent restaurante campestre (country restaurant beneath a trellised arbor). Here you'll find pachamanca (meats and vegetables cooked over coals in a pit), pork cooked in a cylindrical box, and yes, cuy, or guinea pig (it's actually scrumptious). The decor and service are hospitality personified, and the grilling is some of the most exquisite in the city.
Av. Centenario 2621, Huaraz, Ancash, Peru043-232–472Known For
- Grilled meats
- Andean delicacies
- Great service
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2. Fiesta Gourmet
$$ | |This exquisite eatery is one of Peru's not-to-be-missed culinary experiences. In 1983, the Solis family began serving modern interpretations of comida norteña (northern Peruvian cuisine) out of their home. The business exploded, leading to a chain of top-shelf restaurants all over Peru. Here, under the aegis of renowned chef Hector Solis, you can try a sumptuous cabrito (kid goat) and arroz con pato (duck with rice), as well as dozens of other local specialties and a long list of trendy pisco-based cocktails.
Salaverry 1820, Chiclayo, Lambayeque, Peru074-201–970Known For
- Northern Peruvian cooking raised to an art form
- Classic surroundings
- Attentive service
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3. Fiesta Gourmet
$$ | | PeruvianBorn in Chiclayo decades ago, the Fiesta group is widely considered the preeminent dining choice for those looking for modern interpretations of Peru's northern coastal cuisine such as arroz con pato (duck with rice) or suckling goat. This location, a sleek multilevel modern bistro in Vista Alegre, has become the city's top choice for fine dining. Try the creative dishes like grouper cebiche, served hot, and innovative cocktails, nearly all of which utilize pisco. This place is highly recommended.
Av. Larco 954, Trujillo, La Libertad, Peru044-421–572Known For
- Dishes that set the benchmark for northern cooking
- Polished, attentive service
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4. Jama
$ | |With this intimate, five-table bistro, Peruvian cocina del autor comes to Huaraz. Young chef Junior Reymundo doesn't just provide exquisite takes on Peruvian classics: he tells stories. The first chapter might be a cebiche de mango, followed by washga gora, a soup of Andean vegetables. Or the narrative might start with an ají de gallina (nutty chicken stew) like none you've ever had before, with a denouement of exotic mountain fruits. The menu rotates, so you can enjoy this gifted cuisinier's culinary poems every day. It's simply exquisite.
Psje. Guzman Arenas, Huaraz, Ancash, Peru964-307–503Known For
- Innovative, ever-changing menu
- Personal attention from one of Peru's top chefs
- Haute cuisine for ridiculously low prices
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5. La Sirena D'Juan
$$ | |Chef Juan Seminario rides his motorcycle to local markets every day to find the fish and produce that make this narrow restaurant the rival of many top eateries in Lima. This means Mediterranean and Asian elements find their way into dishes such as a Nikkei-style tiradito (sashimi-style fish with a spicy sauce) and house-made pastas.
Av. Piura 316, Máncora, Piura, Peru073-258–173Known For
- Asian-fusion cuisine
- Top-notch ingredients
- Delicious cocktails
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6. Picanteria La Santitos
$ | |Ask anyone in Piura the best place in town to go for typical dishes, and they'll tell you to come here. Two dining rooms—one air-conditioned, one not—with cracked white walls and waitresses in flowing peasant dresses form the backdrop for regional dishes like tamales verdes (green tamales) and seco de chavelo (fried green bananas and pork). Wash everything down with algarrobina, a pisco-based cocktail flavored with the syrup from the area's algarrobo trees.
La Libertad 1001, Piura, Piura, Peru074-309–475Known For
- Offbeat regional food
- Countrified atmosphere
- Consistently high quality
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7. Restaurant Romano Rincón Criollo
$$ | |There's a reason why this criollo eatery is consistently mobbed by hungry locals at lunchtime: its innovative cooking is some of the best in northern Peru. From shellfish and goat to duck and causas (stuffed mashed-potato-sandwiches), the menu just goes on and on. Locals swear by the meat-and-rice norteño staples, but you'd be hard-pressed to find a weak spot here. Come hungry.
Cl. Estados Unidos 162, Trujillo, La Libertad, Peru044-244–207Known For
- Unusual cebiches
- Encyclopedic menu
- Massive portions
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8. Taberna Calixto
$ | |Sandwiches are among the lesser-known glories of Peruvian cuisine, but if folks continue to throng this sunny patio café like they do now, it's only a matter of time before word gets out. Burgers here are among Peru's best, but even tastier is the sandwich de lechón al cilindro, made from pork slow-roasted inside a barrel. Added plus: the owners are northern hospitality incarnate.
Jr. Pizarro 552, Trujillo, La Libertad, Peru933-557–989Known For
- Outdoor seating
- Scrumptious sandwiches, especially with pork
- Salads and vegetarian small plates
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9. Bottega Capuccino
$ | |This attractive restaurant has an extensive international menu offering traditional rice and meat dishes, as well European-inspired salads, sandwiches, and entrées mixing local and imported ingredients. Whether you choose the Thai salad or lomo saltado (stir-fried beef and potatoes), expect to savor your meal. Relax in the serene dining room, and don't miss dessert—along with, well, a cappuccino.
Cl. San Miguel 298, Piura, Piura, Peru074-301–111Known For
- Alternatives to Peruvian cuisine
- Yummy desserts
- Café fare
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10. El Batán del Tayta
$$ | |Chachapoyas's trendiest eatery tends to elicit sharply polarized reactions: for those in the "love it" camp, local chef David Sancón's innovative take on Amazonian cuisine is a foodie's dream, with imaginative presentations (think guinea pig on a clothesline and ant-studded cocktails), hip jungle decor, and a level of culinary imagination unavailable elsewhere in Chachapoyas. For those in the "hate it" faction, it's all style and no substance. That said, a local puts the case well: "Whatever your final opinion, you can't leave town without trying El Batán."
Jr. La Merced 604, Chachapoyas, Amazonas, Peru982-777–219Known For
- Imaginative jungle decor
- Bold fusion takes on Amazonian cuisine
- A culinary philosophy where presentation is as important as flavor
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11. El Mochica
$$ | |Half a century's worth of tradition has gone into this Trujillo standby. Bustling at lunch- and dinnertime, it's a fun place to eat that specializes in regional cuisine—and does it well. Start with an industrial-size portion of spicy cebiche de lenguado (sole marinated in citrus), followed by rice smothered with camarones (shrimp) or mariscos (shellfish). There are additional locations near the Huacas del Sol y de la Luna in the village of Moche, as well as in Huanchaco.
Bolívar 462, Trujillo, La Libertad, Peru044-370–1524Known For
- Fresh takes on seafood classics
- Elegant setting close to the plaza
- Leisurely service
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12. Hebrón
$ | |A friendly staff serves a wide range of Peruvian and international specialties from 7 am to midnight daily at this centrally located eatery. Pollo a la brasa, sandwiches, grilled meats, arroz con pato (duck with rice): it's all there. There's also an excellent breakfast menu, free Wi-Fi, big corner windows for people-watching, and a playground, Hebrónlandia, in the back. With all the kids' options on the menu, families could easily spend half a day here.
Av. Balta 605, Chiclayo, Lambayeque, Peru074-222–709Known For
- Kid-friendly environment
- Grilled chicken
- Breakfast
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13. La Chanita
$ | |In one corner of the Mercado Central, amid stalls selling charqui (dehydrated meat) and rainbow-colored displays of quinoa, you'll find a lunchtime crowd of people lining up for cebiche frito, a locally famous fried version of cebiche. The fish here comes battered and topped with a spicy mayo, along with leche de tigre and all the usual cebiche fixings. Patience here is key: remember that authentic local traditions are sometimes worth the wait.
Jr. Apurimac and Jr. Amazonas, Cajamarca, Cajamarca, PeruNo phoneKnown For
- Imaginative take on a Peruvian classic
- Bustling market setting
- Opportunity to dine with real Cajamarcans
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14. La Parra
$ | |Despite the bland decor, this restaurant serves delicious grilled meats, and specializes in parrilladas, with an extensive menu that includes every imaginable part of the cow. The anticuchos and ubre are well-prepared house specials. If this sounds unappetizing, you can always get grilled steak or head to the chifa (Chinese) restaurant next door, run by the same people.
Manuel María Izaga 752, Chiclayo, Lambayeque, Peru074-227–471Known For
- Sizzling mixed grills
- Relaxed, casual vibe
- Service can be slow
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15. Mistura Urco
$ | |This jungle-themed restaurante popular specializes in seafood, but its versions of Amazonian specialties and the usual Peruvian standbys are more than creditable. If you're really hungry, try one of the unusual combos, many featuring cebiche, which will have you as sated as an anaconda after feeding time. The outside terraces are nice for lounging after lunch.
Jr. Puno 325, Chachapoyas, Amazonas, Peru978-121–875Known For
- Unusual combo plates
- Fresh seafood
- Colorful murals and relaxed atmosphere
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16. Paprika
$$ | |Situated in the Wyndham Costa del Sol Hotel, this graceful, white-tablecloth affair serves up better-than-average versions of Peruvian and international classics. The menu rotates, but the quality of the pastas, seafood, and desserts is reliably consistent. Try the anticuchos or arroz con pato.
Jr. Cruz de Piedra 707, Cajamarca, Cajamarca, Peru076-362–472Known For
- Breakfast buffet
- Broad views of main square
- Variety of tasty piqueos
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17. Restaurante Doña Peta
$ | |Seco de cabrito is the star of the menu at this wildly popular institution among Trujillo locals, and no wonder: the version here is among the best you'll find. Colorfully woven decorations and marinera music add to the atmosphere. There are also excellent cebiches and tiraditos, but if you're a night owl, beware: they only serve lunch.
Alcides Carrion 354, Trujillo, La Libertad, Peru949-328–282Known For
- Stick-to-your-ribs goat stews
- Festive atmosphere
- Duck with tacu-tacu
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18. Restaurante Tarawasi
$$ | |This homey seafood joint has a lounge that looks like your grandma's living room, with lots of local crafts hanging from the walls. Portions are huge, and prices reasonable: try the arroz con mariscos (seafood with rice), and enjoy the views of the bay as you linger afterward. Even if you're not interested in the beach at Tortugas, this makes a nice refueling stop en route to Trujillo or Chiclayo.
Malecón Grau, Playa Tortuga, Ancash, Peru977-256–859Known For
- All types of seafood
- Owners also rent rooms
- Nice vistas of the ocean
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19. Sabores Peruanos
$$ | |Locals in the know come to this rustic, bamboo-accented eatery for some of the best seafood in town, including marvellous cebiches and sudados (fish stews). There are also a few fusion-style entrees, including risottos, and a long list of mixed appetizers for those who like to sample. Prices are very reasonable for the belly-filling portions.
Av. Los Incas 136, Chiclayo, Lambayeque, Peru979-779–741Known For
- A variety of seafood specialties
- Seco de cabrito
- Massive portions
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20. Salas
$ | |On the Plaza de Armas, this is the place to get no-frills, typical food from the region. The menu includes authentic regional specialties such as cuy, perico (a lake fish), and Spanish-style tortillas. There's also an extensive selection of piscos, top-shelf liquors, and wines. Although the furnishings and staff look like they have been there since the restaurant opened in 1947, the food is fresh and delicious.
Av. Puga 637, Cajamarca, Cajamarca, Peru076-362–867Known For
- Cheap daily specials
- Lively, social atmosphere
- Local color and tradition
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Rate Includes: Credit cards accepted
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