Must-see restaurants in Northern Highlands

  • Querubino

    Cajamarca

    The once-experimental Querubino seems to have shifted its menu from upscale Peruvian cuisine to reasonable renditions of Italian standards. There's not a…

  • El Matador

    Northern Highlands

    Great little upscale (for Moyobamba) steakhouse serving chicken and just five slabs of carne (meat) on the parrilla (grill): sirloin, tri-tip, beefsteak,…

  • Mr Grill

    Cajamarca

    It only takes a step into this low-key dining room to be seduced by the smell of roast chicken and choice cuts of meat. A table for five could easily get…

  • Dulcería Santa Elena

    Northern Highlands

    The crotchety old man here serves the town’s best pastries and cakes; if he likes you, he might throw something in for free. It's under a dentist's clinic…

  • Pio's Chicken

    Northern Highlands

    Pio's serves up Cajabamba's best barbecue chicken marinated with a wonderful mix of herbs, as well as arroz chaufa (mixed fried rice) and other typical…

  • New York Pizza

    Cajamarca

    In a city that's seen a recent burgeoning of pizza provision, the NY has lagged behind. Average pies at best, though the prices are good. Also does a…

  • El Quinde Shopping Center

    Cajamarca

    This shopping center has the closest supermarket to town (Metro), about 2.5km north of the Plaza de Armas.

  • Lucybell

    Northern Highlands

    On the plaza, Lucybell does one of the better menús in town and attracts roast-chicken lovers.

  • Antojitos Grill

    Northern Highlands

    A cozy eatery offering big portions of grilled meats. Also serves filling traditional breakfasts.

  • Virgen de Chuquichaca

    Northern Highlands

    Your best bet for a filling meal in Pedro Ruíz. Manage your expectations.

  • Real Grill

    Tarapoto

    An institution right on the Plaza de Armas, this place has (noisy) outdoor tables and serves middle-of-the-road pastas, Chinese meals, local dishes, meat,…

  • Bananas Burger

    Tarapoto

    Tarapoto's signature fast-food joint near the main square.