What and Where to Eat in Cuenca, Ecuador, Cuenca, Ecuador

Ecuador may not be considered a top gastronomic hot spot, but we were pleasantly surprised to find the food to be not only affordable but also really good!

During our time living the heart of聽Cuenca, we enjoyed eating out for聽almuerzos,聽a set lunch of the day. For as little as $2.50, you can get fresh juice, soup, entree, and sometimes a small dessert. We then made most of our own breakfasts and dinners with fresh produce from the markets.

This is an overview of our top recommendations for what and where to eat in Cuenca. There are certainly more high-end options available out there, which you can find through Trip Advisor. A majority, though not all, of the restaurants we list here will be more budget-traveler-friendly.

1. Almuerzos聽鈥� This refers to a set lunch menu of the day. Often three courses for a very reasonable price. Some restaurants also have the same concept for breakfast,聽desayunos,聽or in the evening, called聽meriendas.

3. Tropical fruit聽鈥� Mangos, papaya, pineapple, banana, plantains, avocado,聽guanabana,聽maracuya聽(passion fruit). ...... (follow the instructions below for accessing the rest of this article).

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Guide Name: What and Where to Eat in Cuenca, Ecuador
Guide Location: Ecuador » Cuenca
Guide Type: Self-guided Walking Tour (Article (B))
Author: Michelle Chang
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