Cobán
Cobán's dining scene has improved dramatically over the years and this is part of the finer dining scene. The surrounds are refined yet relaxed, the menu…
Must-see restaurants in Central & Eastern Guatemala
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Caribbean Coast
The town's most enjoyable restaurant is on a thatch-roofed, open-air platform right over the water about 1km north of the town center. Locals and visitors…
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Caribbean Coast
Down a laneway opposite the Litegua bus office (200m up the main street past the end of the bridge), this open-air riverfront bar-restaurant makes…
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Cobán
The perfect place to take a breather or while away a whole afternoon, this beautiful, artsy little cafe has a lush garden out back. Some interesting…
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Caribbean Coast
This cafe/hotel offers very tasty coffee and espresso drinks, plus passable croissants. While its crepes might not quite pass muster at a bistro on the…
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Cobán
This restaurant, complete with orchids and a koi pond, offers authentic Italian and other European-style dishes served in an attractive oasis of…
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Cobán
The widest menu in town is at this chic place, which is in a location so new even the geckos haven't found it yet. Billing itself as 'fusion' food, it…
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Central & Eastern Guatemala
Offers refreshingly tasty coffee and nice comida tipica (regional food). Service is friendly and some staff speak excellent English. Its decor is simple,…
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Central & Eastern Guatemala
This chic, black-and-red restaurant has the look of a sushi shop but serves a variety of local Guatemalan dishes as well as the requisite pizzas, pastas…
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Central & Eastern Guatemala
Opposite Rutas Orientales bus station, this is a round building with chairs arranged around a circular open-air counter under a big awning. It's a…
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Cobán
Guarded by the 'iron friar,' Cobán's best steakhouse is set in a lovely colonial-era monastery a few blocks from the park. If you're not in the mood for…
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Central & Eastern Guatemala
This main-street Chinese eatery does all the standard dishes, plus steaks and a good range of licuados (milkshakes). Home delivery is available, and it…
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Caribbean Coast
A good, wide selection of Cuban classics (including ropa vieja – a shredded beef stew) and some straightforward sandwiches. Also has a good bar if you're…
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Cobán
Probably Cobán's finest stand-alone restaurant, El Peñascal has plenty of regional specialties, Guatemalan classics, mixed-meat platters, seafood and…
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Caribbean Coast
A simple, no frills (except the parquet floor) kind of place, serving a variety of tasty Mexican dishes as well as hot dogs, sandwiches and the like…
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Cobán
Set in a lovely old house, Casa Chavez offers an ample, if uninspired, menu. Still, the location is great, and breakfast out back overlooking the garden…
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Central & Eastern Guatemala
Typical of many restaurants here, this big eating-barn turns out cheap meals for the pilgrims. It has a wide menu, florescent lighting and lots of…
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Central & Eastern Guatemala
The best steakhouse in town (featuring some of the best steaks for miles around) also serves up some decent seafood and pasta dishes. The pizza is worth a…
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Central & Eastern Guatemala
Like a little oasis alongside the hectic market area, this air-con haven has good coffee, some decent breakfasts and the widest menu in town.
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Caribbean Coast
A hip coffee shop in Puerto Barrios? Who would have guessed! The coffee and the breezy deck overlooking the park are both excellent.
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Caribbean Coast
Located right on the water. The nearby mangrove trees and views are lovely. Service is friendly, but the food is slow to arrive, and the menu is mainly so…
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Central & Eastern Guatemala
Chiquimula option with a wide menu featuring pasta, pizza, seafood and steaks, all served up amid chilly air-con, with relaxed and friendly service.
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