Fried Bananas

Quito


For innovative Ecuadorian food at a reasonable price close to Mariscal Sucre, check out this atmospheric restaurant where the namesake bananas help shape dishes such as delectable shrimps with fried bananas and vodka, and flambéed bananas with honey and cinnamon. The pastas and salads are good, too.


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