El Tamal Lojano

Loja


The almuerzos (set lunches) are good, but the real reason to come is for the delicious quimbolitos, humitas, empanadas de verde and tamales lojanos – all Loja region's foodie classics. Don't miss the tigrillos amid the scrumptious breakfast options: smashed plantains with pork scratchings and mozzarella. Order at the counter.

El Tamal Lojano is on the edge of Parque Simón Bolivar.


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