Restaurante Lorena

South Coast


It's a bit of a walk out of the center but this local institution is the best place in town to enjoy traditional dishes. It knocks out good ceviches and the like but is famed for its rich criollo flavors. Try the carapulcra (mixed meats with Andean potatoes and chili), seco de rez (beef in a reduced sauce) or arroz con pato (rice with duck).


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