Must-see restaurants in Caracas

  • El Mundo del Pollo

    Caracas

    Puts other South American pollerías to shame: the rotisserie chicken served here, in a clean, well-to-do carnivore’s temple, is transcendent!

  • Casa Farruco

    Caracas

    Decorated with beautiful tile work and ship models, this atmospheric locale offers tranquil dining upstairs and a boisterous bar downstairs.

  • Restaurant Vegetariano Sabas Nieves

    Caracas

    A tranquil spot in a hectic neighborhood, its rotating fixed-price lunches can keep vegetarians entertained for the length of their stay.

  • Restaurant Real Past

    Caracas

    Catering to students and other cash-strapped types, Real Past prides itself on house-made pasta and excellent pizza at dirt-cheap prices.

  • Chef Woo

    Caracas

    This lively, neighborhood Chinese restaurant is popular for its tasty Szechuan fare and even more so in the evening for its cheap beer.

  • Kafta

    Caracas

    This Middle Eastern eatery situated above a busy street market serves fresh and filling platters, including great veggie combos.

  • Espetería

    Caracas

    Madeira-style kebabs are grilled – and served – on swords at this stone-walled eatery opposite the Hannsi crafts store.

  • Pasteleria Noyer Deli

    Caracas

    This particularly appealing cafe-bakery near the Plaza Bolívar has fantastic apple strudel and other decadent treats.

  • La Casa del Llano

    Caracas

    A no-nonsense all-night diner, with arepas, parrilla (grilled meat) and other Venezuelan standards.

  • Tasca La Carabela

    Caracas

    Time stands still in this animated spot by the plaza, where an entire wall is dominated by a wooden ship relief.

  • Brisas del Mar

    Caracas

    The go-to spot in Macuto, this lively restaurant does a little bit of everything, including pizza and pasta.

  • Helados 4D

    Caracas

    The only thing Venezuelans love more than cheap gas is this Italian-style ice cream. Get in line. Enjoy!

  • Tasca Mallorca

    Caracas

    This small, cozy place has just a few tables alongside the bar.

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