Arequipa is one of the most beautiful cities in Peru. If you go to the “Ciudad Blanca” you should not only know its impressive tourist attractions, but you should also try its delicious gastronomy.
Therefore, in this article, we leave you the list of the best restaurants in Arequipa, and be sure to try its delicious dishes. Let’s start!
If you are thinking of traveling to the Ciudad Blanca and still have not planned what to do: Here you have a guide of what to do in Arequipa.
Best Restaurants in Arequipa
1.- Hatunpa
Hatunpa is one of the best restaurants in Arequipa. It is located at 207 Ugarte Street, a few minutes from the Plaza de Armas of the city.
Most of their dishes are accompanied by their delicious potatoes. Here you can taste their traditional cuy al horno and cuy chactado. Besides, the kind of treatment will make you come back more than once. The place is beautiful, the facilities are very nice and the food is undoubtedly delicious.
Location: 207 Ugarte Street – 208 – Cercado, Arequipa, Peru
Facebook: Hatunpa
2.- Trattoria del Monasterio
La Trattoria del Monasterio is located inside the architectural complex of the famous Santa Catalina Monastery.
The delicious dishes offered by this restaurant are of Italian influence, it is a place you must visit and try their pizzas, pasta, or shrimp chupe.
Location: Santa Catalina 309, Arequipa
Facebook: @latrattoriadelmonasterio
3.- El buda Profano
The Profane Buddha is one of the city’s favorite vegan restaurants. You can also enjoy Japanese food.
In this beautiful restaurant, you can try a wide variety of vegan makis and traditional Japanese soups such as miso soup or empanaditas gozas.
Location: Victoria, Canada, British Columbia, Arequipa
Facebook: El buda Profano
4.- Chicha by Gastón Acurio
This restaurant is owned by the famous chef Gaston Acurio and is one of the busiest in the city. Here, you cannot only taste Arequipa’s traditional dishes, but this place offers a variety of delicious desserts. It is one of the best restaurants in Arequipa.
It is located at 207 Santa Catalina Street, in the city’s center.
Location: Calle Santa Catalina 210, Arequipa
Facebook: Chicha
5.- Zingaro
The Zingaro restaurant has a very pleasant atmosphere, it is located in a building of white volcanic ashlar and glass windows. If you are a romantic person, Zingaro is the ideal place for you. Here you can come in the company of your partner and have a pleasant moment, there is a pianist who will accompany you all the time.
It is a great option to eat meat or fish such as trout or Amazonian paiche. In addition, you can taste the variety of wines they have.
Location: San Francisco 309, Arequipa, Peru
Facebook: Zingaro Restaurante
6.- Sambambaia´s
Sambambaia’s restaurant is a classic and elegant establishment that offers Andean and Italian food, and is considered one of the best restaurants in Arequipa.
If you go on Thursdays, you can enjoy its delicious buffet.
Location: Luna Pizarro 304, Vallecito, Arequipa, Peru
Facebook: Sambambaia’s
7.- La Nueva Palomino
La nueva Palomino is one of the best picanterias in the city of Arequipa. It is located 2 kilometers from the Plaza de Armas and is a traditional place where you will eat their delicious dishes.
If you go to La Nueva Palomino, we recommend you try their delicious shrimp chupe, stuffed rocoto, fried malaya and accompany them with their rich classic chicha or black corn beer.
Location: Leoncio Prado 122, Yanahuara
Facebook: La Nueva Palomino
If you travel to Arequipa we recommend you to take a tour and taste the delicious dishes of each of the best restaurants in Arequipa.
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