The Southern Andes and Lake Titicaca Restaurants

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  • 1. Café Bar

    $ | Café

    This laid-back café-bar is the only thing keeping La Casa del Corregidor alive these days. It offers some of the best international food and bar snacks you can find in Puno, as well as a wide variety of craft beers and great coffee drinks. Teas, cocktails, and smoothies—along with sweet treats like cakes and pies—round out the menu. After 9 pm, there's more of a bar scene, with savory food choices like tapas.

    La Casa del Corregidor, Deustua 576, Puno, Puno, Peru
    051-351–921

    Known For

    • Chill ambiance
    • Snacks
    • Garden seating
    • Chill ambience
  • 2. Chicha

    $$$ | Peruvian

    With a covered courtyard that evokes images of a traditional yet upscale outdoor picantería, the offerings at celeb-chef Gastón Acurio's stylish bistro provide delicious gourmet twists on typical regional fare. Unlike many restaurants offering fusion menus, the plate sizes here are ample. Be sure to begin your dining experience with one of the their unique pisco cocktails. Reservations are a good idea.

    Santa Catalina 210, Arequipa, Arequipa, Peru
    054-287–360

    Known For

    • Regionally inspired gourmet dishes
    • Traditional yet upscale
    • Decent portion sizes
  • 3. Fory Fay Cevicheria

    $ | Seafood

    Ask any arequipeño to name their favorite fish joint, and Fory Fay tops the list. For more than two decades, the laid-back, rustic lunch spot has served some of the freshest cebiche (fresh raw fish cured in fresh citrus juices) around, including of erizo (sea urchin). Personable owner Alex Aller grew up in the coastal port of Mollendo and travels there often to check on the catch. Fishing bric-a-brac and photos of New York, where Aller once lived, line the walls.

    Alvarez Thomas 221, Arequipa, Arequipa, Peru
    054-242–400

    Known For

    • Well-established local favorite
    • Fresh, carefully selected seafood
    • Eclectic decor

    Restaurant Details

    Rate Includes: No dinner
  • 4. La Granja del Colca

    $$ | Peruvian

    Set along the highway to Cabanaconde near Cruz del Condor and surrounded by ample fields, the hotel Kunturwassi is best known for its excellent organic restauran. All the food, including meats, is sourced or raised locally. You can go hiking or take a horseback riding tour after your meal.

    Km. 9.5, Carretera Cruz del Condor, Chivay, Arequipa, Peru
    54-233–120

    Known For

    • Organic foods
    • Farm-to-plate philosophy
    • Surrounded by nature
  • 5. La Nueva Palomino

    $$ | Yanahuara | Peruvian

    Chef Mònica Huertas is one of the great promoters of arequipeña cuisine, and, to many, this is the most authentic restaurant in town. She uses many of the same classic recipes—some more than a century old—that her mother and grandmother used, and her preparations of regional standards such as rocoto relleno, adobo, lechón al horno (oven-roasted pork), chupe de camarones, and queso helado (ice cream) have become the definitive recipes. This sprawling picantería with a maze of pleasant patios and dining rooms is a great place to come on the weekend and spend the entire day eating, drinking, and listening to live music.

    Pje. Leoncio Prado 122, Arequipa, Arequipa, Peru
    054-252–393

    Known For

    • Legendary recipes
    • Authentic local dishes
    • Sprawling grounds and gardens

    Restaurant Details

    Rate Includes: Closed Tues. No dinner
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  • 6. La Table Del'Inca

    $$ | French

    This chic, French-Peruvian restaurant, one of the best bets in town for a nice meal, is set in a beautifully renovated colonial building, where the walls are adorned with paintings by a local surrealist. Although you can order dishes à la carte, it's better to opt for the prix-fixe menu, which will allow you to try more dishes for a lower price. The menu is small but varied, and the servings are abundant and well-choreographed: in particular, try the cebiche tipo tartare and the yummy muslo de cuy, the local guinea pig, glazed in honey and garlic.

    Jr. Ancash 239, Puno, Puno, Peru
    994-659–357

    Known For

    • Delicious fusion food
    • Reasonable prix-fixe menu
    • Great atmosphere

    Restaurant Details

    Rate Includes: Closed Sun.
  • 7. Mojsa

    $$ | Peruvian

    Located in a beautiful colonial building, there are a couple of intimate tables on the balcony overlooking the Plaza de Armas, while the more lively interior rooms make it seem like THE place to eat for both Peruvians and travelers. Mojsa, which means "delicious" in the Aymara language, serves reasonably priced Novo Andino cuisine, fused with fresh traditional and criollo flavors in an elegant space with wood floors and a long bar.

    Lima 635, Plaza de Armas, Puno, Puno, Peru
    051-363–182

    Known For

    • Beautiful building
    • Reasonable prices
    • Attentive service
  • 8. Salamanto

    $$$$ | Peruvian

    Reconstructing rich ancestral dishes in a modern way, Salamanto prepares locally sourced meats and fish, together with native corn, papas andinas, and algae and mushrooms from El Valle Sagrado, with centuries-old methods and modern spices and sauces. Try a seven- or ten-course tasting menu, accompanied by carefully selected local wines. This is bucket-list dining, worthy of a special occasion. Reserve ahead.

    Cl. San Francisco 211, Arequipa, Arequipa, Peru
    054-577–061

    Known For

    • Ancient-made-contemporary Peruvian
    • Immersive experience
    • Curated, local wine list
  • 9. Zig Zag Restaurant

    $$ | French

    Everything here—from its grand iron spiral staircase and sillar stone walls to its Novo Andino cuisine, extensive wine list, and decadent desserts—is done with exquisite detail and attention. See that spiral staircase? It was built by Gustave Eiffel. The menu, using a fusion of gourmet techniques from the Alps and Andes, is a harmonious mix of fresh local foods. Try the quinoa potato gnocchi (served with your own choice of mushroom or meat sauce), the meat fondue, or the notable Trios, a prime cut of three meats: alpaca, ostrich, and beef, slow-cooked and served on a hot stone with three dipping sauces. You'll want to make reservations, especially for dinner and, if you book ahead of time, you can reserve one of the romantic balcony nooks.

    Zela 210, Arequipa, Arequipa, Peru
    054-206–020

    Known For

    • Delicious fusion cuisine
    • Elegant architecture
    • Fabulous service
  • 10. Alma Bar Restaurante

    $$ | International

    With its placement in the gorgeous Casa Andina Premium hotel, a historic monument, this gourmet restaurant is worth a visit for the setting alone. The menu is quite varied, using local ingredients to create international dishes as well as give a new flair to traditional Peruvian ones, like rocoto relleno con pastel de papa(stuffed red peppers) or carpaccio de lomo(beef carpaccio). The bar has some tasty craft beers and a popular happy hour from 6 to 8.

    Casa Andina Premium Arequipa, Calle Ugarte 403, Arequipa, Arequipa, Peru
    054-226–907

    Known For

    • Historic setting
    • Nice atmosphere
    • Inventive cuisine
  • 11. Alma Cocina Viva

    $$ | International

    Inside the Casa Andina Premium Puno hotel, this contemporary eatery with cozy fireplaces is one of the few upscale options in the city. The lake views alone are worth the visit, and prices are quite similar to the town's lesser alternatives, but it's the menu that's most enticing. It offers an eclectic choice, the highlight being their modern takes on regional ingredients like trout, lamb, quinoa, and local herbs. You'll also have the option of international dishes, including sandwiches and salads.

    Av. Sesquicentenario 1970–72, Puno, Puno, Peru
    51-513–63992

    Known For

    • Views
    • Modern takes on regional ingredients
    • International food
  • 12. Balcones de Puno

    $$ | Peruvian

    Come to this upscale tavern, tucked on the first floor of a heritage building hemmed with wooden balconies, to try a range of alpaca- and quinoa-based dishes, all served with zest and creativity. The wood-fired pizzas are also recommended. One of the real highlights here are the daily traditional dance and music shows organized to entertain guests starting at 7:30 pm.

    Libertad 354, Puno, Puno, Peru
    051-365–300

    Known For

    • Inventive alpaca-based options
    • Good wood-fired pizza
    • Traditional dance and music shows
  • 13. Crepisimo

    $ | French

    With an extensive variety of sweet and savory crepes, as well as quality espresso, pisco sours, and craft beers, you could easily spend the day in this artistic, Euro-styled restaurant, little sister to the Zig Zag restaurant on Calle Zela. Check out the terrace for great views of the Monasterio de Santa Catalina and volcanoes. Crepisimo also offers prix-fixe menus for 30 or 35 soles.

    Santa Catalina 208, Arequipa, Arequipa, Peru
    054-206–020

    Known For

    • Variety of crepes
    • Great service
    • Lively atmosphere
  • 14. Helados Artika

    $ | Café

    The small, retro-style helados (ice-cream) café next to La Compañía is the perfect stop after shopping around town. We recommend the famous arequipeño queso helado, translating erroniously to cheese ice cream—it's made with sweet milk, cinnamon, and a dash of coconut. If you're in for a fruitier treat, go for a scoop of the guanábana (soursop). Open from 8 am until 10 pm.

    Morán 120, Arequipa, Arequipa, Peru
    054-284–915

    Known For

    • Flavor varieties
  • 15. Incafe Restaurant

    $ | Pizza

    Expect a good mix of inexpensive Peruvian and North American staple dishes, including thin-crust pizzas, at this restaurant-bar on the main square. It makes a stop in Yanque all the more pleasant.

    Main Plaza, Yanque, Arequipa, Peru
    51-996–472–853

    Known For

    • Coffee and pizzas
    • Bright and friendly atmosphere
    • Central location
  • 16. InnKas Resto Bar

    $ | Peruvian

    This long-standing Peruvian restaurant, tucked on a corner of Chivay's Plaza de Armas, serves reliable and tasty alpaca, chicken, and beef mains that include lomo saltado and pollo chimichurri (grilled chicken with piquant sauce), as well as a choice of pastas to quell comfort-food cravings. Excellent and inexpensive espressos pair up with crepes and a variety of cakes. This is a great place to linger prior to visiting Cruz del Condor.

    Plaza de Armas 705, Chivay, Arequipa, Peru
    51-952–354–443

    Known For

    • Lively yet intimate setting
    • Delicious cakes
    • Excellent coffee
  • 17. La Lucila

    $ | Sachaca | Peruvian

    Rivaling La Nueva Palomino for Arequipa's favorite picantería, La Lucila has been in operation for more than 70 years. Although its beloved namesake owner passed away in 2012, her recipes—iconic regional dishes that have been passed down through generations—live on, as does the simple, rustic atmosphere. Come here for classic rocoto relleno, cuy chactado, or chupe de camarones (spicy shrimp chowder). It's outside of town, and though you'll spend about S/10–S/15 on a taxi, the prices here make up for it. Daytime only.

    Cl. Grau 147, Arequipa, Arequipa, Peru
    054-205–348

    Known For

    • Traditional regional food
    • Historic location
    • Chupe de camarones (spicy shrimp chowder)

    Restaurant Details

    Rate Includes: No dinner
  • 18. La Trattoria del Monasterio

    $$ | Italian

    This intimate restaurant serves some of the best Italian food in southern Peru, and if you're not sure you want Italian food in Peru, its special location in the Monasterio de Santa Catalina (the entrance is outside the compound, though windows look in) is enough to merit a visit and a meal. A fusion menu featuring homemade pastas (try the delicious cannelloni with lomo saltado), gnocchi, and risottos—paired with seafood, meats, and creative, savory sauces—is offered, and although there are Novo Andino options, you can find them elsewhere, so stick with the excellent Italian fare here. There's also an extensive wine list. It usually gets pretty packed at lunchtime, so book ahead, or come for dinner instead.

    Cl. Santa Catalina 309, Arequipa, Arequipa, Peru
    054-204–062

    Known For

    • Excellent Italian food
    • Homemade pasta
    • Extensive wine menu

    Restaurant Details

    Rate Includes: No dinner Sun.
  • 19. Las Gringas

    $ | Pizza

    With interesting and fresh organic ingredients topping its delicious pizzas and focaccias, this courtyard restaurant is a fun and relaxing place to have dinner or just get an espresso and a quick bite to eat. It also offers gluten-free and vegan options, as well as a wide variety of craft beers.

    Cl. Santa Catalina 204, Arequipa, Arequipa, Peru
    054-234–572

    Known For

    • Great pizza with unusual toppings
    • Vegan and gluten-free options
    • Craft beers
  • 20. Lazos and Zingaro

    $$ | Steak House

    Rubbing walls with each other, these two restaurants are part of the same franchise and are a good choice for a fine parrilla (Lazos) or fusion Peruvian-European dishes and wines (Zingaro). Lazos is one of Arequipa's best steak houses, so meat is what you come for—and there is plenty of it, including delicious cuts of beef, alpaca, and sausage; Zingaro, on the other hand, adds a local twist to international plates like pastas and has an extensive fish menu. The beautiful, narrow, arched dining rooms with white sillar walls makes you question whether you should be paying more for the environment. The wine list is quite global, though you'll find better values if you stick with Argentina and Chile.

    San Francisco 309 & 313, Arequipa, Arequipa, Peru
    054-215–729

    Known For

    • Grilled meats
    • Extensive wine list
    • Expensive-feeling setting

    Restaurant Details

    Rate Includes: No dinner Sun.

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