South Coast
One of our favorite places to eat on the entire coast, this breezy spot on the far side of the bay is a working scallop farm with a handful of tables…
Must-see restaurants in South Coast
South Coast
Widely regarded as Tacna's best restaurant, this bustling open-air seafood affair fulfills the hype. It gets crowded with Chilean visitors on weekends who…
South Coast
There’s a Euro-feel to the food and decor in this wood-paneled domain where well-dressed waitstaff give out Mona Lisa smiles along with menus that…
South Coast
Widely considered Pisco's best restaurant, the plush As de Oro serves up spicy mashed potato with octopus, plaice with butter and capers, and grilled…
South Coast
It's a bit of a walk out of the center but this local institution is the best place in town to enjoy traditional dishes. It knocks out good ceviches and…
South Coast
Set in a refurbished old house, this modern bistro is about as chic as it gets in Moquegua. It combines one of the most diverse menus in town with a…
Nazca & Around
One of the best eateries on the main strip, La Kasa Rustika has a wide menu of Peruvian flavors and international dishes served on an inviting open…
South Coast
Tacna’s stab at novoandina (Peruvian nouvelle cuisine) avoids too many pretensions, if you can get past the (admittedly photogenic) photos of the food on…
South Coast
Tucked away in a secluded cove framed by rocky mountains just north of town, Charlie's is the local go-to place for a long lunch followed by a couple of…
Huacachina
The menu might have been ripped off from anywhere else on the banana-pancake trail, but the cafe restaurant at the front of the hostel of the same name…
Ica
It's worth the short taxi ride from the center to dine at this modern Peruvian bistro which specializes in seafood but has a wide-ranging menu. It's very…
Nazca & Around
Fed with a regular diet of Nazca Lines tour groups, this rambling place might be a bit lonely for single diners, but it's well worth visting both for the…
South Coast
On the southern edge of town, this unpretentious place with tables on its covered porch prepares quality Peruvian cuisine at fair prices. Locals…
Ica
Stop in at this shop half a block from the plaza that is famed around the country for its chocolates and traditional sweets. Try the tejas (caramel…
South Coast
A local institution, this atmospheric eatery is famed as the birthplace of the Tacna sour – a cocktail made of apricot wine and lemon juice – and is a…
Nazca & Around
Head upstairs to take advantage of bird's-eye views of the street below at this international-traveler-set favorite. The food is quite good, and prepared…
South Coast
Restaurante Jhony is considered the best of the cluster of waterfront restaurants; try the tortillita de camarones (a thick tasty omelet full of prawns…
South Coast
In the suburb of Pocollay, La Huerta is a pleasant outdoor place with uproarious birdsong and a terrace with vine-covered trellising and live music some…
Nazca & Around
It’s a hole-in-the-wall place, and the scribbles covering every inch of wall are a testament to its popularity. Try the spicy fish topped with sauce and…
South Coast
The prime shorefront position pretty much guarantees fresh seafood including local favorite, pulpo al olvia (octopus in olive oil), a cold appetizer. It's…
South Coast
Juanito, located to the south of the pier, is the pick of Cerro Azul's beachfront seafood restaurants, in terms of both ambience and quality. It has a…
South Coast
This long thin restaurant does a good job of emmulating traditional architecture, with a high cane ceiling, wrought iron grills and clay urns dotted about…
Ica
In a new location fronting a small suburban park a short walk from the Plaza de Armas, this popular family-run Italian restaurant is a good option once…
Nazca & Around
A top spot on the ‘Boulevard’ (Bolognesi), La Encantada sparkles in Nazca’s dusty center with bright and modern dining areas, great coffee, and courteous…
South Coast
There are several cevicherias (restaurants serving ceviche) on the waterfront but Malecón is the best offering great-value, fresher-than-fresh ceviche and…
South Coast
Settle in at a table in the thatched-roof dining area or in the garden out the back and enjoy a wide selection of well-prepared traditional plates at this…
Huacachina
Towards the end of the boulevard on the far side of the oasis, this tranquil little spot serves decent Peruvian fare and a wide selection of cocktails on…
South Coast
One of the best pisco-biased restaurants on the main square where you can dilute the local ‘rocket fuel’ with typical food from the area, including…
South Coast
This little cafe and eatery scores big on ambience, with classic old-time styling and a few modern touches. The seafood dishes are direct, unpretentious…
South Coast
A little more chic than your average pizza joint, Vissios has bright red walls, crisply uniformed waiters and classic photo prints on display. The roaring…
Ica
Your quick stop on the main square backs up homespun lomo saltado (strips of beef stir-fried with onions, tomatoes, potatoes and chili) with more…
Nazca & Around
A local lunchtime phenomenon, this very cheap, very crowded polleria (roast chicken) joint offers some good barbecued meat cuts in addition to standard…
South Coast
This little Italian joint is a great place to sip a glass of vino de chacra (local table wine) over one of the menu’s classic pizzas and pastas; try the…
South Coast
One of the original restaurants in town, El Chorito remains one of the better dining options although there's not a great deal of variety on the menu,…
South Coast
Grab your eggs, granola, yogurt and fruit salad in this salubrious breakfast place with casual seating. It also does great juices, sandwiches and…
South Coast
Verdi’s an old-school cafe with baked goods and desserts, as well as affordable fixed lunches served at perennially busy tables. Half the clientele looks…
South Coast
This long running restaurant has a prime shorefront position with tables that afford great views of the fishermen at the port across the way, but you may…
Nazca & Around
This long-standing spot has a coal grill with a rustic wood-and-bamboo mezzanine seating area overlooking the Plaza de Armas – barbecued meats dominate…
Nazca & Around
This well-run Peruvian and international eatery is known for especially delicious soups and salads, as well as tasty vegetarian options.
South Coast
Coffee and chocolate brownies hit the spot at this open-all-day cafe that remains lively after most other places have closed.
