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Ecuadorian restaurant in Banos
What should I order at Mestizart Ecuadorian Restaurant?
What to order
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Locro De Papa
Recommended multiple times as amazing and delicious, with reviewers specifically calling it out as a standout dish.
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Chicken
Mentioned as amazing and seasoned well, with reviewers also praising the passionfruit pork and chicken as especially good.
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Juices
Praised for being perfect and consistently good, with reviews mentioning the juice as part of a great meal.
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Salad
Described as fresh and delicious, and included in several well-liked meal specials.
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Pork Chop
Included in the lunch special and described as delicious and flavorful.
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Steak
Also offered in the lunch special and reviewed as part of a delicious, flavorful meal.
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Quimbolito
Called uniquely delicious, with one reviewer suggesting extra jam because the dish itself was especially enjoyable.
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Ecuadorian Chorizo With Tortillas
Specifically recommended as a must-try dish, praised for its flavor.
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Pollo Mestizart
Directly described as delicious by a reviewer who also praised the restaurant's locro de papa.
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Andeña
Mentioned as delicious in a breakfast review, making it another highlighted item worth trying.
Details
Hours
| Monday | 8 AM to 4 PM, 6 to 10 PM |
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| Tuesday | 8 AM to 4 PM, 6 to 10 PM |
| Wednesday | 8 AM to 4 PM, 6 to 10 PM |
| Thursday | 8 AM to 4 PM, 6 to 10 PM |
| Friday | 8 AM to 4 PM, 6 to 10 PM |
| Saturday | 8 AM to 4 PM, 6 to 10 PM |
| Sunday | 8 AM to 4 PM, 6 to 10 PM |
About Mestizart Ecuadorian Restaurant
Mestizart Ecuadorian Restaurant is an Ecuadorian restaurant and breakfast spot in Baños, Ecuador. Reviewers consistently praise the locro de papa, llapingachos, chorizo plate, menu del dia, and other traditional dishes, along with the friendly service. The restaurant is on the second floor near the central park and plaza, with balcony and rooftop seating that looks out over the town, mountains, and nearby park. Prices are often described as very good value, with reviews mentioning meals around $3.50 and $7.50.
Frequently asked
What is Mestizart Ecuadorian Restaurant known for?
It is especially known for Ecuadorian comfort food like locro de papa, llapingachos, and the chorizo plate with tortillas. Reviewers also mention the menu del dia and breakfast plates as standouts, often noting that the food is flavorful and the portions are generous for the price.
What dishes are most recommended at Mestizart Ecuadorian Restaurant?
The most frequently recommended items are locro de papa, llapingachos, chorizo with tortillas, and guinea pig, with humita and quimbolito also mentioned as traditional choices. Reviewers also call out the passionfruit pork, chicken, pollo mestizart, and breakfast items like the Andeña.
What is the atmosphere like at Mestizart Ecuadorian Restaurant?
The restaurant has a second-floor setting with indoor and outdoor balcony seating, plus a rooftop bar area, so people mention views over the park, plaza, mountains, and city. The vibe is lively and popular with Ecuadorians, and it works well for lunch, relaxed meals, and people watching.
Is Mestizart Ecuadorian Restaurant good value?
Yes, reviewers repeatedly describe it as excellent value, with meals mentioned at about $3.50 and $7.50 and the menu del dia called one of the best deals. The low prices are paired with soup, main dish, juice, and dessert in some lunch specials, which makes the value especially clear.
When is the best time to visit Mestizart Ecuadorian Restaurant?
Lunch is a strong time to go, since reviewers mention fast service and popular almuerzo specials, though some note that certain items can sell out later in the day. Breakfast is also recommended, especially for the breakfast plates and coffee, and the rooftop bar is mentioned as a good option later in the day.
