Must-see restaurants in Managua

  • Terraza Peruana

    Managua

    Set on a cool front balcony overlooking a leafy side street, refined Terraza's authentic Peruvian menu takes you from coastal ceviches (marinated seafood)…

  • Asados Doña Tania

    Managua

    Come evening, Managuans make their way to this fritanga temple where Doña Tania has perfected her craft over 20 years. There is only one thing worth…

  • Don Cándido

    Managua

    All heavy wooden beams, exposed brick walls and contemporary art, this smart steakhouse means business. Choose from a sizable list of cuts of meat – from…

  • De Muerte Lenta

    Managua

    This diminutive ice-cream stall kills you softly with its 12 flavors of ice cream on a stick. It's some of the best ice cream you'll ever have; we're…

  • Ola Verde

    Managua

    In affluent Las Colinas, Ola Verde falls squarely into the 'hipster eatery' category but without flogging you with the concept of wellness in a tiresome…

  • Cafe Las Marias

    Managua

    At this bang-on-trend cafe you can peruse the map of Nicaragua's coffee-growing regions while deciding which way you want your superlative brew: chemex,…

  • Intermezzo del Bosque

    Managua

    Light years away from the bustle of downtown Managua, this verdant hillside terrace, strung with gently twinkling lights, seems to recall a mythologized…

  • Marea Alta

    Managua

    One of the more highly respected seafood restaurants in town, with white linen service and a chance to hobnob with well-heeled Managuans. Some of the…

  • Doña Pilar

    Managua

    Doña Pilar’s been here for years, and this popular evening fritanga is a neighborhood institution, both for its juicy, crispy BBQ chicken and the range of…

  • Casa del Café

    Managua

    One of the main locations of Nicaragua's popular coffee chain. Grab a table on the spacious and airy upstairs balcony and you’ll find it hard to leave…

  • Cocina Doña Haydee

    Managua

    This traditional Nicaraguan eatery does classic dishes, well presented and carefully prepared, from gallo pinto (rice and beans) and guiso de chilote …

  • Casa de Los Nogueras

    Managua

    One of the most elegant restaurants in town, this cozy European bistro has delightful art, a wonderful garden out back for alfresco eating and top-notch…

  • La Ventecita

    Managua

    During the week this is a mom-and-pop grocery store, but from Thursday to Sunday, this is where Managua's student population comes for one thing: the city…

  • Predio Food Park

    Managua

    Las Colinas' latest hip hangout is this outdoor space decked out with fairy lights, where food trucks entice passersby with gourmet burgers, shawarma,…

  • Licuados Ananda

    Managua

    Enjoy freshly prepared vegetarian plates and a wide range of licuados (fruit and veggie juices and smoothies) on this spacious patio overlooking lush…

  • La Hora del Taco

    Managua

    This sprawling Mexican bar and restaurant has a wide-ranging menu that includes standards like nachos and fajitas, plus a few southern Mexican favorites…

  • La Marseillaise

    Managua

    The gold standard in Nicaraguan fine dining has tastefully art-bedecked walls, outstanding wine pairings and authentic French cuisine. Dress nicely and…

  • Panadería Cafetín Tonalli

    Managua

    If you’re jonesing for some pan integral (wholewheat bread), this simple bakery and cafe, run by a women’s co-op, is the place to be. The fresh-baked…

  • Cafetín Mirna

    Managua

    Come here for a big breakfast with fluffy pancakes, fabulous fresh juices and a good lunch buffet, too – it's a local tradition.

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