
What to Eat in Cusco
In recent years, Peruvian cuisine has gained popularity in the world’s culinary landscape, but for the freshest (and most authentic) specialty dishes, Cusco will not disappoint. Most Peruvian dishes carry big flavor not seen in other Latin and South American fare. You may have already tried popular dishes like ceviche (a cold dish of fresh raw fish with spicy citrus flavors) or lomo saltado (stir fried beef with fries). If you’re feeling a bit more adventurous, try cuy (roasted guinea pig – yes, the American household pet) or charbroiled alpaca (also known as llama). Other delicious traditional dishes include adobo (a pork stew with corn beer), tamales, choclo con queso (boiled corn with local cheese) and the vegetarian stew capchi de setas. As far as vegetables go, Peru produces more than 4,000 varieties of potato, so you’ll find many dishes centered on them like papas a la huancaina (boiled potatoes with a spicy cheese sauce) and causa (a potato casserole with a variety of meat). Other staple veggies include corn and avocados. If your mouth isn't watering yet, check your pulse.
For a taste of traditional dishes, head to Pachapapa or the award-winning Chicha (visitors and locals recommend getting reservations well in advance). Peruvian cuisine often mingles with Asian influences, inspired by the culture brought by indentured servants and immigrants who came to Peru dating back to the original Spanish rule in the country. For a sampling of the Asian/Peruvian fusion cuisine, visit LIMO. If you're really looking to splurge on a fine dining experience, try MAP Cafe. Located in the courtyard of the Pre-Columbian Art Museum in a glass shipping container, the fare is more contemporary Peruvian cuisine. You can also kick-start your day with coffee and breakfast at Jack's Cafe, which serves breakfast all day. Many of the most popular restaurants are centrally located near Plaza de Armas.
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- #1Yaku#1 of 1,011 Places to Eat in Cusco
Tripadvisor (894)$ - $$ | Peruvian, Latin, HealthyCalle Huaynapata S/N De subida al mirador de San Cristóbal, Cusco 08002 PeruRead More » - #2Organika#2 of 1,011 Places to Eat in Cusco
Tripadvisor (3322)$ | Fusion, PeruvianCalle Ataud N_ 154 - Centro Historico Frente del colegio San Francisco de Borja, costado del museo inca, Cusco 084 PeruRead More » - #3Rucula#3 of 1,011 Places to Eat in Cusco
Tripadvisor (909)$ - $$ | Peruvian, Latin, Fusion, HealthyCalle Ataud 266 Costado Museo Inka, Cusco 08002 PeruRead More » - #4Avocado Toast & More#4 of 1,011 Places to Eat in Cusco
Tripadvisor (501)$ - $$ | CafeCalle Santa Catalina Ancha 366, Cusco 08002 PeruRead More » - #5Hanz Craft Beer & Restaurant#5 of 1,011 Places to Eat in Cusco
Tripadvisor (1520)$ - $$ | Peruvian, BarPortal de carnes 216 nivel 2, Cusco 08000 PeruRead More » - #6Chakruna Native Burgers#6 of 1,011 Places to Eat in Cusco
Tripadvisor (1123)$ | Peruvian, Fast FoodPlazoleta San Blas 699, Cusco 08003 PeruRead More » - #7Inkazuela Restaurant#7 of 1,011 Places to Eat in Cusco
Tripadvisor (2537)$ - $$ | Latin, Fusion, SoupsPlazoleta Nazarenas 167 2nd Floor, Cusco 08001 PeruRead More » - #8Mama Jama#8 of 1,011 Places to Eat in Cusco
Tripadvisor (109)$ - $$ | Peruvian, LatinAvenida Pardo 1079 Pizzeria, Cusco 08002 PeruRead More » - #9Indigo Bar Restaurant#9 of 1,011 Places to Eat in Cusco
Tripadvisor (997)$ - $$ | Peruvian, Bar, Thai, PubCalle Tecsecocha # 415 First Floor, Cusco 08002 PeruRead More » - #10Republica Del Pisco#10 of 1,011 Places to Eat in Cusco
Tripadvisor (2261)$ - $$ | Peruvian, Bar, LatinCalle Plateros 354, Cusco 5184 PeruRead More » - #11Chia Vegan Kitchen#11 of 1,011 Places to Eat in Cusco
Tripadvisor (917)$ | Pizza, Soups, FusionCalle Tecsecocha 466 A Unos Pasos De Calle Tigre, Cusco 08002 PeruRead More » - #12ViewHouse Restobar#12 of 1,011 Places to Eat in Cusco
Tripadvisor (385)$ - $$ | Bar, PubCalle Kiskapata N_ 100 Al Costado del Mirador de San Blas, Cusco 08000 PeruRead More » - #13Parada 168#13 of 1,011 Places to Eat in Cusco
Tripadvisor (156)$ | Bar, Brew Pub, Street FoodCalle Inticahuarina 168 A una cuadra de Limacpampa, subida hacia Awaqpinta, Cusco 08002 PeruRead More » - #14Beers & Burgers#14 of 1,011 Places to Eat in Cusco
Tripadvisor (251)$ - $$ | Bar, Fast FoodCalle Cuesta San Blas 591, Cusco 08003 PeruRead More » - #15La Huerta del TaTa#15 of 1,011 Places to Eat in Cusco
Tripadvisor (119)$ | Peruvian, Latin, Healthy, ContemporaryCalle Suecia 380 Cruze con Waynapata, Cusco 08002 PeruRead More » - #16Hankay#16 of 1,011 Places to Eat in Cusco
Tripadvisor (218)$ | PeruvianSacred valley km76 Urubamba -yanahuara, Cusco 08655 PeruRead More » - #17Ethnika Restaurant#17 of 1,011 Places to Eat in Cusco
Tripadvisor (168)$ - $$ | Peruvian, Fusion, South AmericanCalle Carmen Alto 120, Cusco 08003 PeruRead More » - #18Mama Seledonia#18 of 1,011 Places to Eat in Cusco
Tripadvisor (686)$ | Peruvian, Latin, GrillCalle ruinas 415 Facing Marriot Hotel, Cusco 08000 PeruRead More » - #1Full House Peruvian Cuisine#1 of 138 Places to Eat in Aguas Calientes
Tripadvisor (4551)$ - $$ | Bar, Peruvian, Pizza, Healthy, FusionAvenida Imperio de los Inca 620 av. imperio de los incas Nro 620 a lado del hotel casa andina cerca al estación del tren y el bus, Aguas Calientes, Machu Picchu 08681 PeruRead More » - #19Uchu Peruvian Steakhouse#19 of 1,011 Places to Eat in Cusco
Tripadvisor (2993)$ - $$ | Steakhouse, Peruvian, Latin, ContemporaryCalle Palacio 135 A poco metros de la Plaza Nazarenas, Cusco PeruRead More »
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