Venezuela » Dining in Caracas

Caracas has one of the most varied restaurant scenes in Latin America , from the linen-covered tables of fine French restaurants to the counters at fast-food joints. Although dining out in Caracas is more expensive than in the rest of the country, the variety of restaurants is remarkable.

 

 

In Venezuela many ancient traditions are combined to please the guest with a delicious variety of food. Because of the vast variety of restaurants, offering the most striking national and international cuisine, Caracas is considered the gastronomic capital of Latin America. Typical Venezuelan food is characterized by its simplicity and pleasant taste.

Having a good meal in Caracas is an pleasant experience. It can be a memorable adventure. The immense variety of national and international meals is promising: from the Pabellon Criollo; Venezuela 's traditional dish consisting of shredded meat, black beans on rice and fried plantain.

 

 

 

 

In Caracas you can have typical Venezuelan, Spanish, Italian, Chinese, Lebanese, Indian, French and Japanese cuisine, and even seafood. It is all here, you can choose from more than 700 restaurants across the city.

 

There are several good local beers, mineral waters and brands of coffee. The rum is quite excellent, whatever kind you choose.

Many of the best restaurants can be found in Altamira , La Castellana, Los Palos Grandes and Las Mercedes, of which the most recommended are:

• Aventino; considered the city's best restaurant, with more than 35 years of tradition.
• Toninos Cafe & Bistro; specialist in Mediterranean food, salads
• El Tinajero de los Helechos; for all those who like grilled meats
• Il Romantaccio; with strictly Italian cooks, this is a place where good dining is always guaranteed
• Hatsuhana; an excellent Japanese restaurant.