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This charming upstairs restaurant refreshes palates with generous plates from around Asia – Chinese dumplings, Indonesia satay, pad thai, Vietnamese…
Must-see restaurants in Western Highlands
Western Highlands
As much a cultural center as a cafe, the home of historian-gourmet Rolando Gutiérrez has an interesting library and a collection of old clocks, radios and…
Quetzaltenango
This simple but cheerful dining hall is a good place to savor Xela home cooking, with daily specials like jocón (stew with tomatillo and cilantro) and…
Quetzaltenango
Authentic south Indian fare is whipped up here by a fellow from Kerala. Servings are huge; the thalis – platters of curried veggies, chicken or beef – are…
Quetzaltenango
An alternative cultural center focusing on the economic reintegration of returning migrants, La Red Kat also provides grants for young chefs in training,…
Quetzaltenango
This cute bistro just off the central plaza is liberally decorated with printing paraphernalia – the owner's great-grandfather ran Xela's first printing…
Quetzaltenango
For breakfast and lunch on weekdays, la nicaragüense owner has a simple setup with a sunny patio and alternative vibe. You'll find creative variations on…
Quetzaltenango
This centrally located branch of the city-wide bakery chain is worth stopping into just to admire the fancy pastries on display, or to grab a bag of fresh…
Quetzaltenango
A good recipe for any restaurant is to do one or two things, and do them well. Panque Waffles nails it with, um, waffles, as well as brilliant burgers…
Quetzaltenango
Part of a hostel/arts center in the Pasaje Enríquez, Café Nativos is an inviting place with good natural fare, espresso, French toast for breakfast,…
Western Highlands
This pretty wood and stone cabin cafe is tucked just below the mirador (viewpoint), allowing you to enjoy a coffee, beer or light meal served alongside…
Quetzaltenango
Drop into this little bakery for a glimpse of old-fashioned Xela, especially around 5pm when locals gather for hot chocolate and such pastries as pan de…
Western Highlands
Chiantla's best restaurant, this charming spot with a pleasant dining terrace at the rear bills itself as a pizzeria (and the pizzas are certainly good),…
Quetzaltenango
Burrito lovers need go no further than Tacorazon to fill their boots. Conveniently tucked into a corner across from the main park, this bright place does…
Western Highlands
About 20m up from the Parque Principal is this bright and cheerful dining hall where in the morning you can have fresh tamales with delicious salsas, as…
Western Highlands
Popular Las Palmeras features a breezy upper level with views over the Parque Central. The caldo de pollo criollo (Q30) is a must, brimming with chicken,…
Quetzaltenango
A 10-minute hike up the hill at the south end of town with views over Xela worthy of its name, Panorama makes a romantic spot for that special night out…
Quetzaltenango
Crepes and wood-fired pizzas are the main attractions at this upscale dining hall, which also prepares exceptionally zesty salads. Popular with both…
Quetzaltenango
One of various snack stalls on the lower level of the central market, Doña Cristy cheerfully serves atol de elote (a hot maize beverage), empanadas and…
Western Highlands
This humble dining hall on the central plaza fills quickly with families and friends, all digging into abundant portions of home-cooked stews served with…
Quetzaltenango
This lively pub/snack bar grills up long bologna-and-cheese sandwiches, brought to the table with squeeze bottles of green sauce and icy pitchers of Xela…
Western Highlands
A restaurant at Fuentes Georginas serves great grilled steaks, sausage and papas.
Western Highlands
Inside this often busy eatery you'll find the menu scrawled on a styrofoam board. At lunchtime it serves such traditional fare as pepián de pollo (chicken…
Quetzaltenango
With checkered tablecloths and hundreds of wine bottles hanging from the rafters, this place feels like it was lifted from the Mediterranean, and indeed…
Western Highlands
This popular eating hall is tricky to spot initially – the entrance is on the side street next to a car park, but it serves up good, hearty plates of…
Western Highlands
The place for Huehue's night owls and early risers, the red-and-white fronted La Fonda serves varied Guatemalan and international fare including good…
Western Highlands
Totonicapán's most conventional restaurant (as opposed to a comedor) is a meat-and-tortillas sort of establishment, where bow-tied waitstaff deliver…
Western Highlands
This bright, clean and lively spot just up from Barillas' main square won't win any awards for originality, but makes a mean huevos a la ranchera, served…
Western Highlands
Women in traditional garb attend to great vats bubbling over glowing embers at this rustic cook shack just above the central plaza. There are tables on a…
Western Highlands
This old-fashioned establishment just off the plaza has an array of cheesecake, eclairs, plum pie and other tantalizing pastries, plus all the espresso…
Quetzaltenango
Plenty of típica Xela fare on offer at this locally popular dining hall – try the quichom, a spicy chicken concoction. Lunch comes with soup and a freshly…
Western Highlands
This modern, airy dining hall has a varied menu, including sandwiches, pizza and seafood. Live music (marimbas, folk) attracts a lively crowd nightly from…
