Gastronomic Guide to Quito’s Historic Center

It offers one of the best panoramic views of Quito, with a full view of the Historic Center and modern Quito, featuring a combination of international and traditional flavors so you can be adventurous with your food while maintaining quality in every bite. It also offers vegetarian and vegan options.

Open since 1858, it offers its guests tradition and history. They’ve been delighting locals and tourists alike with their delicious dishes for 168 years, but the must-try items here are their Paila Ice Cream and Traditional Sweets, which transport you back in time with every bite. It is located on the corner of Guayaquil and Chile streets, 400 meters from the Rincón Familiar Hotel Boutique.

Renowned for its incredible terrace overlooking the historic center, it is located in the Itchimbía neighborhood at 8-169 Manuel de Samaniego Street and Antepara, offering a panoramic view of the Historic Center. The menu offers a variety of dishes such as Mariscos al Fuego, or if you prefer something more traditional, they have Fritada and Seco de Chivo. You can also enjoy live music if you visit on Friday or Saturday nights.

Open since 2003 in Itchimbía, it offers visitors Ecuadorian and international cuisine, including vegan and vegetarian options. You can enjoy main courses or drinks like the traditional Canelazo or mulled wine on the terrace while watching the sunset. Plus, the venue is pet-friendly.

Located next to Plaza de San Francisco on Simón Bolívar Street, a 5-minute walk from the Rincón Familiar Hotel Boutique. It offers its customers high-quality craft beers, as well as other beverages such as cocktails, wines, specialty coffee, and small plates to share.

Located near the Rincón Familiar Hotel Boutique, on the corner of Venezuela and Rocafuerte streets, it offers a dining experience to sample Ecuadorian cuisine at its best. But what you can’t miss are their cooking classes, where they’ll teach you how to prepare a delicious national dish. 

Located at the corner of Simón Bolívar and Cuenca, it offers a memorable dining experience with the authentic flavors of the city. Its menu features a variety of local dishes such as Locro Quiteño, Mote Pillo, and Mote Sucio, as well as desserts like the traditional Dulce de Higo con Queso. Among its beverage offerings is Ecuadorian wine from Bodega Dos Hemisferios. 

Located on Calle Chile between Guayaquil and Flores, this is a cozy spot with a vintage atmosphere. It features a bakery section and a restaurant offering a wide variety of dishes, including breakfast, pizza, sandwiches, and homemade ice cream, among others. It’s undoubtedly a photogenic and delicious spot you won’t want to miss during your visit to the city. This spot is just 250 meters north of the Rincón Familiar Hotel Boutique.

It serves traditional Quito cuisine in a colonial setting; here you’ll find locals enjoying their daily lives while savoring set meals featuring dishes from Ecuador’s highlands and coast.

Located in the heart of the historic center in the Archbishop’s Palace next to the Plaza Grande, here they transform gastronomy into art, taking it to another level. They offer national and international options as well as signature desserts, and you can enjoy wonderful cocktails from their balconies overlooking the historic center. The best part is that it’s just a 10-minute walk from the Rincón Familiar Hotel Boutique.