MIL Centro
World-renowned chef Virgilio Martinez of Central fame has done it again with this menu–style restaurant that allows you to sample Andean culture in a very personal way. Locally grown products that have been used in the Andes mountains for millennia are crafted into gourmet dishes that should be on any gastronomic tour of Peru. Be sure to opt for the pairing option, with or without alcohol.
Huacatay
One of the best restaurants in the Cusco region was serving Peruvian fusion before it became trendy, perfecting the art of combining flavors in a way that each one can be savored. You’ll need some time to decide between all the enticing options on the menu; the cuts of meat are amazingly tender, and there are some interesting vegetarian choices as well, not to mention an array of delicious appetizers that might tempt you to just order a medley.
Chuncho
An idea from someone born and raised in Ollantaytambo has resulted in a must-visit restaurant experience. A special treat where you can savor traditional ancestral foods made with the freshest of local ingredients and prepared to appeal to the foreign palate. The all-wood décor makes for a warm and rustic yet chic atmosphere, with Peruvian accents sprinkled throughout. If you like cocktails, you must try one using Destilería Andina’s artisanal hooch produced, like Chuncho, by the El Albergue family.
Cervecería del Valle Sagrado
Beer is food, right? Cervecería del Valle Sagrado is not a restaurant, but rather a brewery where you can complement your craft beer with a bite to eat. Several beers are on tap although you can also order the homemade soda. Roja con Ayrampo and Dali and Chocolate Factory (made with cocoa paste) are just some of the brews, which are constantly changing at this Sacred Valley brewery.
Alma Bar Restaurant
Alma is located in the Hotel Casa Andina Premium Valle Sagrado Hotel & Villas, close to Urubamba. This spacious restaurant knows how to combine the modern atmosphere and the Andean style. The floor-to-ceiling windows will allow you to enjoy views of the mountains and gardens during the day while enjoying the taste of a Pisco Sour. During the evening, enjoy the folkloric sounds of Andean music. Andean flute players, singers and even a blind harpist will give the place a Peruvian atmosphere. Meals includes various classic Peruvian dishes such as lomo saltado and ají de gallina, as well as offering various international cuisine options. We recommend trying the dishes that include trout, ravioli, and salads. Smoked trout and cheese tequeños are a mandatory appetizer to share with friends.
Alhambra
The buffet restaurants of the Sacred Valley have reinvented themselves to offer a unique gastronomic experience, while also innovating with national and international flavors. Alhambra is one of those buffet restaurants with an extensive selection of Andean and interantional dishes, a wide range of flavors intended to please everyone’s palates.
Wayra Restaurant at Hotel Sol y Luna
Hotel Sol y Luna, one of only a handful of Relais & Chateaux properties in Peru, has two restaurants run by chefs who were trained by Peruvian celebrity chef Pedro Miguel Schiaffino of the acclaimed Malabar restaurant in Lima. Wayra is open to guests and to the public and is a offers Peruvian favorites including the incredible Pachamanca (meat and vegetables cooked underground.
Tawa in Yucay
The town of Yucay got its first serious restaurant in 2016 when Milagros and Rene Rodriquez opened Tawa on Manco II Plaza. The Peruvian couple has spent decades working in restaurants (including the restaurant at the Sol y Luna hotel, see above) and they brought all of that experience to Tawa. The couple spent two years developing the menu before opening Tawa which means four in the Quechua language–a nod to the number of members of their family.
Ulrikes Cafe
Run by a German expat, Ulrikes cafe has to be the pick of the bunch for Pisaq. The funky cafe has everything from breakfasts to hearty lunches and vegetarian options, such as homemade lasagna, omelettes, salads, and great desserts such as Ulrike’s famous strudel or a number of different delectable cheesecakes.
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