The gluten-free crepes are the real deal&mdash;butter chicken one was delicious. Nice to see they actually take hygiene seriously too.

The chicken had that nice smoky char, and the yellow aj&iacute; sauce was the star for me. The hierba buena limonada was refreshing, though the seating felt a bit cramped.

Stopped by for a quick bite and honestly the Arequipa sausage sandwich hit the spot. Coffee was solid too. Wi-Fi worked fine and there were outlets everywhere, which is a plus. Place was a bit busy around noon but I got my food fast enough. Good spot if you just need something quick.

The biryani was solid&mdash;good spice level, even at medium it had a proper kick. Portions are generous, no doubt. I ordered a mango lassi on the side, which balanced the heat nicely. Staff were friendly enough. Only thing, the place got a bit loud as it filled up. Still, decent spot if you&#39;re craving something with flavor.

The piqueo Arequipa was solid. Big plate, plenty to share. The rocoto relleno had a real kick, and the chicharr&oacute;n stayed crispy. Service dragged a bit, but I didn&#39;t care. The food did the talking. I&#39;d order that starter again.

Relaxed vibe, indoor and outdoor seating. Service was on point, friendly without hovering. Good spot for a quick bite.

Trout was fried just right, tasted like something my grandma would make. Place was packed with locals, always a good sign. Quick service too, in and out in 30 mins.

Came for lunch on a weekday, terrace was nice and quiet. Ramen broth had real depth, not the usual watery stuff. Sushi was decent but honestly the portion felt a bit small for the price. Left still a little hungry, which rarely happens to me. Would go back for the ramen though, just maybe order an extra roll next time.

Stopped by for a quick lunch and grabbed the chocolate workshop instead. Andres kept it moving, 3 hours felt like nothing. Got to mess with the beans myself, which was cool. Left with my own little batch. Not the fastest bite I&#39;ve ever had, but worth the time. 👍

The adobo arequipe&ntilde;o was hearty and hit the spot, perfect for dipping bread. The guinea pig taco was a wild, creative touch.

The piqueo Arequipe&ntilde;o was the reason I came and it didn&rsquo;t disappoint. Fried cheese had that nice crunch, pork was soft. Ossobuco main was good too, meat just came off the bone. Place itself is pretty simple, wooden tables, not fancy but comfortable enough to stay for a while. Maybe a bit warm inside but fine.

Stopped by for breakfast with some coworkers. Service was quick, even when we asked for extra stuff. Food did the job, nothing fancy but solid. I had a coffee that paired better with the eggs than I expected, honestly. Place gets busy but they keep things moving. Fine if you&#39;re nearby and need something reliable.

Stopped by for a drink and somehow stayed way longer than planned. The wings were the highlight&mdash;crispy, saucy, gone in minutes. Staff was friendly without hovering, which I appreciate. Beer list had a good range, nothing crazy but solid picks. Only thing is it got a bit loud later in the evening, but that&#39;s on us for lingering.

The coffee mojito was such a fun twist, and they&rsquo;ve got tons of brewing options. Took a bit longer to get it since they were busy, but the place is clean and chill.

The lomo saltado was solid&mdash;flavor was there, maybe a touch greasy for my taste. Place itself felt comfortable enough, though the decor&rsquo;s seen better days. Didn&rsquo;t mind it though, I&rsquo;d probably come back if I&rsquo;m craving that quick fix.

The coffee was spot on and the cake too, honestly. Sat by the window watching the plaza go by, felt really nice. Service was warm, not pushy. Prices fair for the spot. Just wish the chairs were a bit comfier, my back started to ache after a while. Still, a solid little cafe to just exist in for an hour.

The steak was cooked just right, and honestly the price felt fair for what you got. I liked that the place wasn&#39;t too fancy, just comfortable. Service was fine, no complaints. Solid spot if you&#39;re in Arequipa and want a decent meal without overthinking it.

Came for dinner and the stone walls really give it that old-town vibe. Place was packed, so yeah, book ahead. We ordered the lomo saltado and the portion was decent for the price. Not the cheapest spot in the area, but you&#39;re paying for the setting. Service was quick enough, no complaints there.

The cheese wheel amatriciana was fun to watch and tasted solid. Portion was decent for the price, though nothing crazy. Service kept things moving.

The pizza was solid, and the pasta was good too. What I appreciated most was how friendly the staff were&mdash;they didn&rsquo;t rush us at all. We sat by the window and just took our time. Only tiny thing, the place got a bit noisy later on. But I&rsquo;d come back for the relaxed vibe.

The classic kebab was filling and only 10 soles, which is fair for the area. The meat was decent but could&#39;ve used a little more seasoning. Solid spot if you&#39;re watching your budget.

Stopped by for lunch and got a free pisco sour with the meal. That alone won me over. Had the alpaca off the hot stone&mdash;came out sizzling, tender, real good flavor. Place was busy but service kept up fine. Solid spot if you want honest Peruvian food without the tourist markup.

The vegetarian rocoto relleno was solid. Owner came over to help us order, which was nice since I had no clue what to pick. That homemade picante sauce on the side? Good stuff. Quick bite for lunch, no fuss. Place was a bit busy but food came out fast enough. Would grab it again if I&#39;m in the area.

Solid menu, short and to the point. Alpaca carpaccio was the standout. Place looks great inside, high ceilings. Service was fine.

The lemonade and fresh juices were really good, and the staff didn&#39;t rush us at all. I ordered the lomo saltado and the portion was decent for the price. Not the cheapest spot in Miraflores, but you&#39;re paying for the quality. Would come back if I&#39;m in the area again.

Bigger and calmer than the other Capriccios I&#39;ve been to. Service actually felt more on point too. Solid spot to just chill for a bit.

This is my usual place in Arequipa. The choripan sandwich and ranchero burrito are solid, and the hot chocolate with almond milk is a nice touch. Owners are friendly. Gets a bit busy sometimes, but it&#39;s worth it.

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The best restaurants in Arequipa

Crepisimo

El Pollo Real

Kafi Wasi Coffee House

India Indian Cuisine

La Trattoria del Monasterio

Lazos - Parrilla de Zingaro

Xarza MORA

Espacio Lagom

Chaqchao Chocolates

Chicha por Gaston Acurio

Zingaro

Istanbul Previas

Sama Restaurante Café

Chelawasi Public House

Palacios Coffee

Mazara Come Seguro

Ticani

El Fuego de San Antonio

Zig Zag

Pasta Canteen

Dobre's - Restaurant Pizzeria

El Turko I

Chira Dulce

Jayari

Restaurante Ary Quepay

Dimas

Banawa

Alma Restaurant & Bar

Capriccio Gourmet

El Veggie