Must-see restaurants in Central Highlands

The upstairs plaza-facing balcony has the best views in Ayacucho to accompany your meal of Peruvian-European fusion cuisine, made from ethically sourced,…

This rustic outdoor restaurant where the road hits the river in idyllic little Obrajillo entices droves of weekending Lima residents, who go crazy over…

With one stylish opening, Daylo has whirled Tarma's eating scene from the culinary-wasteland category up into refined dining. Food in this intimately…

The quintessential eating experience in Huánuco. Dishes remain true to the Peruvian Andes, prices remain fairly down to earth and portions pose challenges…

This haunt is popular with locals and travelers alike for its relaxed ambience, hearty food and tasty pisco sours (grape brandy cocktails). When you’re…

The coziest, friendliest pizzeria you ever did see. Chunky wood tables, heavenly pizza served on boards, and pictures of the department (province) of…

There are two large parts to this plaza-facing restaurant – separated by the kitchen – and at lunchtime every inch of space is needed, as seemingly all of…

This classy establishment is the local eatery of choice in El Tambo district, where Real becomes Castilla northwest of town. A flower-filled courtyard and…

This well-run, attractively presented place exudes a woody, warm feeling and has garnered plenty of regular patrons with its broad menu: a flight of steps…

Effortlessly combining common-people’s cafeteria with upscale restaurant, this joint is so Huancayo, right down to the model train in the central dining…

This modern bakery/coffee shop is a contender for the best breakfast stop in the Central Andes, serving tasty sandwiches, pastries, empanadas, real…

If you're tempted to try ceviche in the Andes just once (many advise against it, because with the fish coming from the coast it is not as fresh) make it…

Not all of the culinary stars that shine in Ayacucho shine in the center. This pizzeria twinkles in a galaxy all of its own out on Av del Ejercito …

This bustling and stylish hangout advertises Peruvian food but what it serves is almost fusion cuisine. Get ready for the likes of the house lomo saltado …

Simply the best for local grub, whether that is trucha (trout) from a local lake or pachamanca (various meats and tubers cooked with hot stones in the…

This courtyard restaurant serves divine homemade Peruvian-German food that you can enjoy in a peaceful farm setting. Serves breakfast, lunch and dinner,…

The closest central outlet stocking the delicious CREAM'Z ice creams and really unusual hard candies. Doesn't look much from outside, but let your taste…

The best coffee and cakes in town. Sometimes also open in the morning on Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays.

Cuy, cuy and more cuy (guinea pig): let's hope you like it if you're eating here. It mostly comes fried with various accompaniments. Fried trucha (river…

With the chilled vibe you’d hope from the name, this is a lively venue with a wrap-around mezzanine level to oversee the action below. It favors Nirvana…