Location: Guayaquil
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Where to eat Ecuadorean food in Guayaquil: The Best Restaurants and Bars
Find out what Ecuadorean restaurants to try in Guayaquil. Founded in the 1530s, Ecuador's largest city and main port is the top access point for Galapagos cruises and home to a bustling import-export business. Tourism is on the rise as well, thanks to a new international airport and urban renewal projects along the River Guayas promenade and in the historic neighborhood of Las Peñas. The 465-step climb to the top of Santa Ana Hill provides sweeping views and a chance to stand on the site of the city's birthplace.
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10. Red Crab
Overall Ratings
4 based on 264 reviews
Reviewed By fizzy1991
When everything on the menu (including appetizers) is $13-17 you know you are in an expensive restaurant. We took a cab to this restaurant on the recommendation of trip advisor and while I was not disappointed in the meal itself, I was a bit shocked at the prices. Also, I agree with another reviewer who said to get the crabs simply boiled and no sauce, which I did not do and ordered the garlic sauce. Wish I hadn't because it was just way too over powering. Still the whole experience was a good one (and the service was excellent) but I think I would try another place next time.
9. La Pizarra
Overall Ratings
4 based on 172 reviews
Contemporary ecuadorian cuisine restaurant with a casual environment and seasonal dishes located at one of the most beautiful places of the city.
Reviewed By charlieo122
We enjoyed tapas in this restaurant. Staff were friendly and helpful. They patiently answered our questions regarding the menu. All dishes were perfectly prepared. We enjoyed the stone crab claw in coconut sauce, hamburger sliders, chicken empanada, pork belly sliders and crab claw with rice coconut. Portions were just right for two. Cocktails were well balanced. They offer indoor and outdoor seating. We chose to sit outside to enjoy the nice breeze and views of the plaza. Service was excellent. Staff were attentive and did their very best to accommodate us.
8. La Canoa
Overall Ratings
4 based on 1859 reviews
âLa Canoaâ has become an icon for tourist and locals alike who wish to sample and discover the best of the authentic local fare, Ecuadorian food at its finest. We receive an average of 48 thousand visitors each year; this year we will have awarded 11,315
Reviewed By jimusarmy
This place is way over priced for the food they serve, nothing special about food you can get anywhere in Guayaquil for 1/4 of the price... I've ate in far more exclusive places in Guayaquil ate a lot more and paid the same or even less for a much better meal... just step out the door of this restaurant and you will find the same food for a lot lessThe Canoa is valued for the consistency, during 44 years, in the flavors of its preparations; for being the best interpreter of traditional Ecuadorian traditional food; and, for your service cuts and agile. It is exactly what the investments and care we have, make the dishes consumed here maintain a price very similar to hotels of the same quality as ours. It was a pleasure for us to serve you. We hope that soon we can visit again, when your possibilities can take you.
7. Lo Nuestro Cafe - Restaurant
Overall Ratings
4 based on 423 reviews
Reviewed By boutzie
Our hotel recommended this restaurant for seafood. The food was delicious. We actually ordered too much! The seafood soup was one of the best we have had. It was a large bowl full of seafood and delicious broth. The ceviche âlo nuestroâ was served in two large shells and was delicious as well. We also enjoyed the quinoa salad and another dish with rice and seafood. We ended the meal with a slice of chocolate cake. At first the service was a bit slow (there was a large birthday group) but our waiter was experienced and very nice. This place is a gem for seafood!
6. Casa Julian
Overall Ratings
4 based on 147 reviews
Housed within a nearby, restored nineteenth-century building overlooking the waterfront, Casa Julian offers the finest sophisticated Ecuadorian dining and local signature cuisine. The regularly-updated menu bursts with rich seafood, fresh from the nearby
Reviewed By 416janec
This restaurant has a lovely atmosphere. We had appetizers so canât speak to the main dishes. My ceviche was different and not as enjoyable as what my cousin made me so I didnât finish. It had a passion fruit base so I should have tried a more traditional one which I really enjoy. The empanada was original with fig and blue cheese. I enjoyed it. My husband and son got a beef brisket app which was amazing!! my daughter had the octopus which was also stellar.The wait staff is very attentive!! 5 stars for them!!Dear customerWe love your comment, we really appreciate these lines and we greatly appreciate your visit to our Casa Julián Restaurant, we hope to see you very soon again.we send you a very warm greeting.
5. Caracol Azul
Overall Ratings
4 based on 567 reviews
Reviewed By Rosemommy1955
Fantastic restaurant with superb service. All of our meals were excellent. Started off with banana chips with sauces. The very best banana chips I have ever tasted. We had the small salad and it was very unique with a tasty dressing. I ordered the lomo saltado estilo peruano. Tasted just like the lomo saltado in Peru but maybe even better. The flan was the best flan I have ever tasted. It had a coconut crust. I highly recommend this restaurant you will not be disappointed.
4. Mercado del Rio
Overall Ratings
4 based on 171 reviews
Un mercado gastronómico que recogió el sabor, la vista y el encuentro a la orilla del rÃo. Mas de 600 platos de cocina tradicional ecuatoriana, nueva cocina ecuatoriana y la de los paÃses que fueron nuestra influencia culinaria
Reviewed By Angelecuador
At the â Bahiaâthe best place to buy whatever you want... you can walk to blocks and you will be at the river front of the Guayas River; there is an unmissable place to visit and enjoy food : Mercado Del RÃo try the Cevicheâs, the sea food grill fest and a cold beer! To remember Guayaquil and Ecuadorian food for a long time!
3. Marrecife Marisqueria
Overall Ratings
4 based on 456 reviews
Reviewed By Lokeana
We were taken to this restaurant by our local friends. It was great to see a menu in English and Spanish. I was disappointed because I wanted a garlic dish with crab and shrimp. Was told they did not currently have crab. Had the shrimp, it did not disappoint. The rice was really tasty too! Yes it is croweded and noisy. The food however was worth it! The wait staff took good care of us.
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2. Casa Julian
Overall Ratings
4 based on 147 reviews
Housed within a nearby, restored nineteenth-century building overlooking the waterfront, Casa Julian offers the finest sophisticated Ecuadorian dining and local signature cuisine. The regularly-updated menu bursts with rich seafood, fresh from the nearby
Reviewed By 416janec
This restaurant has a lovely atmosphere. We had appetizers so canât speak to the main dishes. My ceviche was different and not as enjoyable as what my cousin made me so I didnât finish. It had a passion fruit base so I should have tried a more traditional one which I really enjoy. The empanada was original with fig and blue cheese. I enjoyed it. My husband and son got a beef brisket app which was amazing!! my daughter had the octopus which was also stellar.The wait staff is very attentive!! 5 stars for them!!Dear customerWe love your comment, we really appreciate these lines and we greatly appreciate your visit to our Casa Julián Restaurant, we hope to see you very soon again.we send you a very warm greeting.
1. ZOLLER-RACLETTE The Melted Cheese Restaurant
Somos el Restaurante del Queso Derretido. Contamos con un variado menú donde la estrella es el Queso Derretido.
Reviewed By foodreviewsec
* Es el lugar ideal para celebraciones y festejos como cumpleaños, aniversarios, graduaciones y muchas más ocasiones especiales. * Tiene un ambiente tranquilo con la mejor atención.* Está muy bien ubicado, amplio parqueo para estar seguro. Sobre la comida:Entrada: * Tartine, es una clase de sándwich que se elabore con una sola rebanada de pan. ¿Qué tiene? Como base tiene verduras, carne y tiene al aguacate como cobertura. Por supuesto el ingrediente principal es el queso derretido Platos fuertes: Moro parrillero lomo fino: Este plato es completo, contiene una ensalada con aguacate , lechuga y tomate . El lomo fino lo pedimos 3/4 pero ustedes pueden pedirlo en su término preferido, el moro es muy rico, viene con bastante queso , e incluye papas fritas. Triple Cheese Burger: Es una mega hamburguesa y es sensacional se llevó el show esta hamburguesa no solo por todos los ingredientes que lleva, sino también por el ingrediente adicional que es muy especial: queso derretido .Viene además con papas fritas Postre: * Pedimos un cremoso de nutella * Y nos llevamos la sorpresa de encontrar nuestro nombre en el postre, pueden leer âfoodreviewsâ ¡Que gran detalle! ⨠* Si ustedes son #chocolatelovers como nosotros les va a encantar este postre eso si tengan una botella de agua a la mano por si se empalagan rápidoBebidas: * Limonada de Frutilla* Limonada de Jengibre: Nos encanta que de una especie con sabor y olor fuerte puedan hacer una bebida tan refrescante y deliciosa como está limonada ¡Muy recomendada!
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