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What to order
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Trio Carne
One of the most frequently praised items, recommended as a must-try for its excellent mix of meats and strong flavor.
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Alpaca Steak
Mentioned repeatedly as a standout choice, loved for its taste, tenderness, and being a great way to try a local specialty.
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Lamb Rack
Highlighted for being especially phenomenal and very well cooked, with several reviewers calling the meat superb.
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Soup
Described multiple times as one of the best soups reviewers had ever eaten, making it a highly recommended starter.
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Volcano Plate
Recommended for the unique hot volcanic rock cooking experience and the flavorful meat, especially beef, alpaca, and lamb.
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Trio Especial
Praised for its flavorful combination of beef, lamb, and alpaca, with the meat and presentation standing out.
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Roesti
Recommended for its rich flavor, generous portions, and well-cooked meat, fish, or mushroom toppings served with sauce.
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Truchas Con Kiwicha
Mentioned as a delicious starter and one of the more memorable dishes for its flavor and quality.
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Brownie With Chocolate Ice Cream
Suggested as a tasty dessert, especially when paired with chocolate ice cream, and praised for its rich flavor.
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Alpaca Meatballs
Noted positively as a dish that was enjoyed and loved, adding to the restaurant’s strong alpaca offerings.
Details
Hours
| Monday | 12 to 10 PM |
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| Tuesday | 12 to 10 PM |
| Wednesday | 12 to 10 PM |
| Thursday | 12 to 10 PM |
| Friday | 12 to 10 PM |
| Saturday | 12 to 10 PM |
| Sunday | 12 to 10 PM |
About Zig Zag
Zig Zag is a restaurant in Cercado De Arequipa, Peru, known for Peruvian food with Swiss fusion influences. Reviewers consistently praise the lamb, trout, alpaca, and other meats cooked on volcanic stone, along with generous portions and attentive service. The restaurant is described as cozy, quiet, romantic, trendy, and upscale, and it is popular for lunch, dinner, and solo dining. Prices are in the PEN 60 to 120 range, and diners often mention good value for the quality and presentation.
Amenities
Service options
- Onsite services
- Dine-in
Highlights
- Great beer selection
- Great cocktails
- Great coffee
- Great dessert
- Great tea selection
- Great wine list
Popular for
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Solo dining
Accessibility
- Wheelchair accessible seating
Offerings
- Alcohol
- Beer
- Cocktails
- Coffee
- Hard liquor
- Organic dishes
- Private dining room
- Salad bar
- Small plates
- Vegan options
- Vegetarian options
- Wine
Dining options
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Dessert
- Seating
- Table service
Amenities
- Bar onsite
- Restroom
- Wi-Fi
- Free Wi-Fi
Atmosphere
- Cozy
- Quiet
- Romantic
- Trendy
- Upscale
Crowd
- Groups
- Tourists
Planning
- Lunch reservations recommended
- Dinner reservations recommended
- Accepts reservations
Payments
- Credit cards
- Debit cards
- NFC mobile payments
Children
- Has changing table(s)
- High chairs
- Kids' menu
Parking
- Free street parking
- Usually somewhat difficult to find a space
Frequently asked
What is Zig Zag known for?
Zig Zag is best known for its meats cooked on volcanic stone, especially lamb, alpaca, beef, and the trio carne or trio of meats. Reviewers also repeatedly mention the trout and say the hot-rock preparation makes the meat flavorful and memorable.
What dishes are most recommended at Zig Zag?
The most recommended dishes include the trio carne, ramilletes de 4 lomitos with chicken, beef, lamb, and alpaca, the lamb rack, alpaca steak or alpaca filet, and the trout. Reviewers also call out the soup, alpaca meatballs, and the rosti-style mains served with meat, fish, or mushrooms.
What is the atmosphere like at Zig Zag?
The atmosphere is described as cozy, quiet, romantic, trendy, and upscale, with table service and a bar onsite. It suits couples, groups, and solo diners who want a more polished dinner setting rather than a casual grab-and-go meal.
Is Zig Zag good value, and what is the price range?
Zig Zag is listed at PEN 60 to 120, and reviewers often say the prices are reasonable or great value for the quality. Many mention generous portions, well-prepared meats, and complete meals with starters, mains, dessert, and wine feeling worth the cost.
Do you need a reservation at Zig Zag?
Reservations are recommended for both lunch and dinner because reviewers say it gets busy, even though some people were able to get a table without booking. If you want a smoother visit, booking ahead is the safer choice, especially for peak dinner times.
Is parking available at Zig Zag?
Yes. Free street parking, Usually somewhat difficult to find a space is available.
Does Zig Zag have vegetarian options?
Yes, Zig Zag offers vegan options.
Is Zig Zag kid-friendly?
Yes, Zig Zag is good for kids.
