Montañita
In the epicenter of town, Montañita's best restaurant has an eclectic menu of global dishes (fajitas, falafels, homemade burgers, sesame-crusted shrimp,…
Must-see restaurants in Ruta Spondylus
Ruta Spondylus
In Salango, it's worth stopping in at the under-the-sea-themed Delfin Mágico, which serves outstanding seafood. Order everything from cherna and grouper…
Montañita
For an upscale dining experience that won't break the bank, head to Pigro for homemade creamy risottos, tasty seafood pastas, hearty lasagna and other…
Puerto López
The patio dining is a good people-watching spot at this popular Ecuadorian restaurant on the malecón. It serves well-priced fish dishes plus ceviches,…
Montañita
Always packed with locals, this cafe has zero atmosphere (it's very basic with simple tables and chairs), but is the place to get a satisfying and…
Puerto López
You won't stumble upon this delightful spot hidden in a backstreet, but you should seek it out for its high-quality Italian cooking in a romantic, garden…
Puerto López
A beachfront bar and organic cafe with a shaded veranda and wooden tables. Order crepes, ice cream, coffee, fruit smoothies, sandwiches, omelets and…
Montañita
Tasty Colombian-style cookies, pastries and cakes – try the dulce de leche–filled pastry cones.
Montañita
For a quick and cheap snack, head to this hippy-vibe cafe with informal inside and outside seating. It sells coffees, beers, slices of handmade pizza (the…
Puerto López
This friendly eatery, nothing more than a few outdoor tables, serves delicious Colombian specialties such as arepas (maize pancakes) and its namesake dish…
Puerto López
If your idea of raw fish isn't ceviche, this hipster hangout for New Yorkers, Argentinians and – oh yes, Ecuadorians – offers a decent selection of rolls,…
Montañita
A prime people-watching spot is Karukera, a small open-sided cafe serving pasta, lasagna, breaded shrimp, cakes and coffees. Note: it's only open in high…
Montañita
You’ll find Tex-Mex, Ecuadorian, seafood, paella and an excellent variety of sweet and savory crepes at Papillon. It's got a rustic feel with chunky…
Montañita
A handy smattering of sandwiches, burgers and pizzas with a prime beachfront location, away from the closeness of downtown. Friendly staff and occasional…
Puerto López
Cubbyhole cafe with coffee, cheesecake, and crepes along the Champs Esmeraldas (ie the malecón).
