Masaya & Los Pueblos Blancos
A more formal option than most of Nindirí's fritanga (home-style Nicaraguan food) joints, this is a beloved local restaurant that serves the likes of…
Must-see restaurants in Nicaragua
Northern Highlands
A very surprising discovery just a couple of blocks from the Parque Central, this gleaming temple to coffee serves up a range of breakfasts as well as…
Isla de Ometepe
One of the better-looking restaurants in town, with open walls, thatched roofs and a pressed-dirt floor. The menu’s your fairly standard range of meat,…
Southwestern Nicaragua
An easygoing (and affordable) bar-restaurant on the road to the beach, this is a good place to be for mojitos with an ocean view at sunset, or a…
Matagalpa
The best-loved steam table in Matagalpa. Take your pick from dozens of options, including chorizo and eggs in the morning and perfectly caramelized…
Caribbean Coast
Serves big plates of fried fish and typical dishes in an open-air dining area. Many sailing boat captains hang out here between voyages, and so it's a…
Southwestern Nicaragua
Enjoy your grilled fish with garlic sauce, ceviche, sopa de mariscos (seafood soup) and grilled chicken at this basic beachfront joint that overlooks the…
Caribbean Coast
One of Rama's best steam-table buffets, Comedor Siu serves a mean bistek en salsa jalapeño (beef in jalapeño sauce) and good breakfasts too. Be punctual…
Granada
A few steps from the loudest stretch of Calle La Calzada, this adorable cafe does good salads, freshly grilled fish, and a few international dishes such…
Estelí
Every Friday morning farmers from the surrounding hills come down to Estelí and set up stalls on the north side of the park to sell fresh organic…
Little Corn Island
This humble comedor on the trail between the Village and Iguana Beach is a fine spot for breakfast and has vegetarian pastas and coconut curries, as well…
León
In ‘Backpacker Alley,' this no-frills Nica joint gets a predictable mix of locals and travelers. The typical Nica breakfast involving huevos rancheros and…
Northern Highlands
This bar-restaurant feels like something from the Wild West, but the food is actually pretty good. Choose from fish, chicken or beef in a variety of…
Little Corn Island
Delicious and moist banana, ginger and coconut breads are just some of the highlights of this super-simple local bakery. It's a great option for a cheap…
Southwestern Nicaragua
In town, there’s a great fritanga (grill) that sets up in the kiosk in the Parque Central – satisfying your barbecued-chicken and people-watching cravings…
San Juan Del Sur
Four words for you: paella on the beach. One of the more upscale beachfront restaurants, this Spanish place also does good tapas and seafood dishes, but…
Granada
A refreshingly simple little cafe serving up good American and Nica breakfasts, some spicy huevos rancheros, pancakes, burgers and sandwiches, under a…
Masaya & Los Pueblos Blancos
Half a block southwest of the main square, this Parisian-inspired cafe specializes in coffee drinks and freshly baked pastries. Breakfast and light meals…
Little Corn Island
A simple sand-floored comedor surrounded by greenery, El Bosque serves up good breakfasts and filling portions of local specialties to hungry travelers.
Southwestern Nicaragua
Nicaraguan take on Cantonese food, right on the plaza. The seafood selection is the best in town and the noodle dishes make a change from typical Nica…
Caribbean Coast
This modern, spacious dining room is known for its generous cuts of export-quality beef and seafood dishes, including lobster prepared in nine different…
Matagalpa
A great Matagalpa steam-table buffet with all your Nica favorites and excellent frescos (fruit juices). High turnover means it is always fresh.
Southwestern Nicaragua
Rancho Marsella serves simple meals and cool drinks on the beachfront, next to the estuary. Try the sopa de mariscos (seafood stew).
Managua
Come here for a big breakfast with fluffy pancakes, fabulous fresh juices and a good lunch buffet, too – it's a local tradition.
Granada
This friendly pizzeria offers outdoor seating – a great vantage for people watching – and a wide selection of Italian faves.
Granada
This expat favorite takes you on a tour of the Mediterranean and the Middle East, featuring lamb stews, falafel and hummus.
León
A good supermarket for stocking up on supplies; there's also a small cafeteria offering prepared foods, and a juice bar.
Southwestern Nicaragua
A breezy, shady taco restaurant overlooking the beach, serving passable tacos and a smattering of decent fish dishes.
Masaya & Los Pueblos Blancos
A block and a half north of Parque Central's northwest corner, this basic place serves up typical Nicaraguan dishes.
The Río San Juan & Islas Solentiname
The most popular of the row of restaurants at the bus terminal serves filling lunches to travelers and locals alike.
Isla de Ometepe
This corner restaurant is a traveler favourite for lasagna, fajitas, savoury crepes and other international fare.
Estelí
A local institution that sells delicious cookies, cakes, donuts or local pastries stuffed with fruit and cream.
Isla de Ometepe
Moyogalpa's favorite pizzeria, right on the main drag, offers a wide menu of pies, pastas and seafood dishes.
San Juan Del Sur
The cheapest Nicaraguan dishes in town are served in and around this compact mercado (market).
Matagalpa
This excellent bakery serves tasty fresh pastries and excellent local coffee to a dedicated clientele.
Northern Highlands
This humble comedor by the market serves cheap, filling Nica meals from a steam-table buffet.
León
León's large produce market is surrounded by simple comedores (eateries) and food stands.
The Río San Juan & Islas Solentiname
This small pizzeria in the center of town does passable pizzas, which you can design yourself.
León & Northwestern Nicaragua
A simple dining option on the waterfront, with open-air seating and fresh fish specials.
