Top Things to do in Cuenca
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Writers and poets have long flourished in arts-oriented Cuenca, the country's third-largest city and the capital of the Azuay province. Cafes and galleries are tucked among the narrow cobblestone streets. The main plaza hosts both the old cathedral, started in 1557, the year the city was founded, and the blue-domed Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception, dating to 1885. Locally made Panama hats get top billing at the markets, with centrally located Casa de la Mujer a shopping standout.
Restaurants in Cuenca
1. La Mesa Salsa y Son
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 1 reviews
The only Salsoteca in Cuenca since 1997. La Mesa moves to the rhythm of salsa and Son Cubano. On Wednesdays and Fridays we offer free Salsa classes on site for groups and all guests Visit us @lamesasalsayson Facebook and Instagram
2. BM Tours Cuenca
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5.0 based on 4 reviews
BM Tours Cuenca is a tourism company that offers ground services, hotel accommodation, daily tours, packages and circuits in Cuenca, Ecuador. We are committed to give you the highest quality of service and the best experiences for your visit.
3. Jazz Society Cafe
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 55 reviews
Live jazz 4 nights a week (Wed. - Sat.) 7pm - 10pm 2nd floor of La Vina Italian Restaurant Ecuador's only jazz club! The Jazz Society Café is the performance venue of The Jazz Society of Ecuador in Cuenca, Ecuador. The Café is located on the 2nd floor (upstairs) of La Viña Italian Restaurant. La Viña provides the food & beverages using the same menu and prices as downstairs, and has an excellent reputation for serving authentic Italian cuisine and pizza.
Reviewed By MagyarNC - Cuenca, Ecuador
The Jazz Society Cafe has reopened! For anyone looking for it in El Centro, please look towards the west side of Cuenca at Ramona Cordero y León 3-71. It is the "home" of Mother and Son Family Kitchen. The owner and talented jazz musician, Jim Gala, had to move because the restaurant below his venue closed because of the pandemic. At its new place, one is literally in the living room, which is like a small theater that can hold 20 to 25 people. It is a very cozy and intimate place with not a bad seat in the house. The setting is so personal that one can almost touch the musicians from their table. To get back into the groove, the jazz venue is open only one day per week, on Saturday afternoons. There are several gourmet food offerings and drinks to accompany the great live jazz. My wife and I went with another couple to this lovely music venue. We all started with their famous house salad. Three of us had it with balsamic vinaigrette while I chose their creamy garlic dressing. If you are a garlic lover, you will be in heaven with this dressing! The vegetables were very fresh, and it included an unique sweet and tart fruit from Ecuador that resembles a smaller grape tomato. What a perfect complement to the salad. For our entrées, two of us chose "Garlic Prawn Pasta in White Wine Tomato Sauce," served with linguine. Everything was very fresh and tasty! One of our friends had "Crispy-Skin Salmon with Dill Chili Mango Sauce." It came with two sides of your choice. He wasted no time with the excellent salmon. For my dinner, I went with the "Garlic Butter Mushroom Stuffed Chicken Breast," served with linguine. As soon as my wife had a taste of my entrée, she exclaimed that next time she was getting this very good dish. I totally understand. Our server stated that they have excellent desserts. We were all too full to even try one. But! Next time we shall certainly make sure to have room. Jim was spot on when he told my wife and me, “Jazz at its best can be very intimate. It’s very unpretentious and it can be very profound. It’s like a good book; it can change the way you think. You leave the place a different person.” Trust me... You definitely will!
4. Pecado Morlaco
5. Cafe La Joyapa
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 7 reviews
It is a place where we can accommodate comfortably 30 people, we are located at the 2nd floor of El Doblón Restaurant that offers Italian and South American food which is served while you enjoy the concert, we have Latin American music concerts every night from Tuesday thru Saturday, we strive to bring the best musicians for you, the show starts at 7:30pm - 10pm.
6. Paris Bar & Lounge
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4.5 based on 18 reviews
We are located in one of the most emblematic neighborhoods of Cuenca, "El Vado". A small place where you can feel at the streets of Paris. Here you can enjoy a quiet and intimate atmosphere where the "happy hour" lasts all night with very affordable prices. In addition, Paris Bar & Lounge is perfect for sharing in couple accompanied by music, wine and cheese.
7. Restaurant Indigo
8. Discoteca Nidia Fuzzion Party Cuenca Ecuador
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3.5 based on 9 reviews
9. LOLA'S
The most exclusive club in the city, where you can enjoy a unique party atmosphere, together with the most beautiful women. If you travel to Cuenca, do not hesitate to visit us you will live new experiences.
10. Erika Alvear
My name is Erika I am Ecuadorian, I have 8 years of Professional Experience as a National Tourism Guide, I like to share my knowledge and experiences in the most beautiful, interesting and beautiful places of Cuenca and all of Ecuador. I am also a Certified International Guide in Adventure Tourism for the activities of. Canyoning, hiking, caving, via ferrata, rock climbing. I also offer public and private transportation on my tours, and I have knowledge in birdwatching, and much more ...
