Peruvian cuisine has achieved international fame, which is why today we suggest the 5 best restaurants in Cusco that you cannot miss. In Cusco you will find different and varied restaurant options, which is why this article will be the first, recommending some good options.
Keep in mind that traveling to a destination is not just about seeing places, but about interacting with the local population, learning about their customs and stories, and getting involved in their day-to-day life. And the kitchen is one of the best tools.
A dish has passed through many hands, has traveled a long journey, is full of stories and anecdotes. That is why there is nothing better than visiting a restaurant where you find a good sample of the local cuisine.
The best restaurants in Cusco that you cannot miss (first part)
Le Soleil: It should not be thought that because it is an iconic destination in Peru, we will only find typical food restaurants. There are also very good international food options and we want to start by mentioning one of them. This restaurant is one of the most recognized because it offers traditional French food in a very romantic and elegant place. In fact, the 7-course menu is a good option if you want to taste several dishes in one visit. Are you surprised that there is such a good restaurant in such a typical and representative place in Peru?
Chicha: As perhaps you answered yes, we bring you an emblematic and very Peruvian restaurant as a suggestion. Chicha belongs to what is perhaps the greatest representative of Peruvian gastronomy, Gastón Acurio. The place is named after one of the most traditional drinks of Peruvian cuisine. It offers sophisticated dishes and very traditional Andean recipes with a “modern” touch that will pleasantly surprise you. The place is located 5 minutes from the Plaza de Armas.
Pirka: In the place where the convent of San Agustín stood, today is the Pirka restaurant. Its architecture of the colonial monastery of the 16th century is surprising. It is the restaurant of the prestigious JW Marriott hotel and offers Peruvian food nuanced with modern touches. For their dishes, ingredients from the region are used, such as native potatoes, quinoa or trout, among other ingredients. The elegance and renovations of the place make it very cozy, an ideal spot for a night with friends or with your partner.
Yaku Cocina de Altura: It is an ingenious culinary proposal that offers you innovative dishes from Peruvian cuisine. Many of them with ingredients as traditional as they are delicious. This place stands out for dishes as simple as they are elaborate, including quinoa salad, tender bacon or a delicious chocolate cake. Accompany them with fresh fruit juices and enjoy the excellent and warm atmosphere of the place.
Green Point: It is an excellent option for those who want to enjoy a good vegetarian meal. And since Cusco is full of travelers from all over the world, it was necessary to have a culinary option like this. It is a vegan food restaurant, with very well prepared dishes in which the creativity of the recipes and the richness and quality of the ingredients used stand out. At Green Point, it is proven that food that does not include animal inputs is fun and delicious.
Now that you know some options about the best restaurants in Cusco that you cannot miss, do you dare to travel with Colibri Experience?