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El Maizal
Buffet
Most frequently recommended for its wide variety, generous portions, and good value. Multiple reviews mention that the buffet is tasty, filling, and offers many options, including vegetables, salads, and desserts.
Menu del día
Recommended as a better-value alternative to the full buffet, with a large portion, good variety, and included drink and dessert on weekdays.
Roast chicken
Specifically praised as 'good roast chicken,' standing out as a well-prepared meat option among the dishes mentioned.
Pollo al maní
Mentioned as especially delicious and memorable, with one reviewer saying it had a pleasant homemade flavor and was the first time they tried it there.
Vegetarian options
Frequently praised for being tasty and filling, especially the quinoa, rice, salad, sautéed vegetables, and other plant-based choices that reviewers found satisfying.
Hours
| Monday | 12 to 7 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 12 to 7 PM |
| Wednesday | 12 to 7 PM |
| Thursday | 12 to 5 PM |
| Friday | 12 to 7 PM |
| Saturday | 7 AM to 7 PM |
| Sunday | 7 AM to 5 PM |
About El Maizal
El Maizal is a restaurant in Urubamba, Peru, serving Peruvian food with buffet and menu del día options. Reviews consistently praise the variety of food, the buffet, and dishes like ceviche, roast chicken, and vegetarian options. Guests also mention the live music, pleasant atmosphere, and fair value. The restaurant offers breakfast, brunch, lunch, and dinner, with dine-in, delivery, and outdoor seating available.
Amenities & services
Service options
- Outdoor seating
- No-contact delivery
- Delivery
- Dine-in
Highlights
- Great beer selection
- Great cocktails
- Great coffee
- Great dessert
- Great tea selection
- Live music
Popular for
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Solo dining
Accessibility
- Wheelchair accessible entrance
- Wheelchair accessible restroom
- Wheelchair accessible seating
Offerings
- Alcohol
- All you can eat
- Beer
- Cocktails
- Coffee
- Hard liquor
- Private dining room
- Quick bite
- Small plates
- Vegetarian options
- Wine
Dining options
- Breakfast
- Brunch
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Dessert
- Seating
- Table service
Amenities
- Bar onsite
- Restroom
Atmosphere
- Cozy
- Quiet
- Trendy
Crowd
- Groups
- Tourists
Planning
- Brunch reservations recommended
- Lunch reservations recommended
- Accepts reservations
Payments
- Credit cards
- Debit cards
- NFC mobile payments
Children
- Good for kids
- High chairs
Parking
- Free parking lot
- Free street parking
- Usually plenty of parking
Pets
- Dogs allowed
Frequently asked questions
What is El Maizal known for?
El Maizal is best known for its Peruvian buffet, especially the broad selection of dishes and the variety of vegetables, rice, salads, and warm tea included in some lunch offerings. Reviewers also mention ceviche, roast chicken, and vegetarian plates as part of what makes the buffet stand out in Urubamba.
What dishes are most recommended at El Maizal?
Reviewers specifically highlight ceviche, roast chicken, quinoa with rice and salad, sautéed vegetables, and a vegan aubergine dish made to accommodate dietary needs. The menu del día is also recommended because it still comes in a large portion with good variety.
What is the atmosphere like at El Maizal?
The atmosphere is described as cozy, quiet, and trendy, with live Inka music, relaxing music, and decorations with plants and flowers. It seems to suit groups and tourists, but solo diners are also listed as a common crowd.
Is El Maizal good value?
Yes, many reviewers describe it as fair price and great value, and one review specifically mentions the menu del día for 15 soles as a better value than the full buffet. The posted price range is PEN 1 to 80, and the buffet includes substantial portions with plenty of variety.
Do you need a reservation at El Maizal?
Reservations are accepted, and brunch and lunch reservations are recommended. That makes sense for a place known for buffet lunch service and tour groups, especially when visitors want to avoid waiting during busy meal times.
Is parking available at El Maizal?
Yes. Free parking lot, Free street parking, Usually plenty of parking is available.
Does El Maizal have vegetarian options?
Yes, El Maizal offers vegetarian options.
Is El Maizal kid-friendly?
Yes, El Maizal is good for kids.
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