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What to order
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Steak
Most frequently recommended item; reviewers repeatedly praise it as delicious, cooked to perfection, with great charcoal smokiness and excellent sides.
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Desserts
Recommended multiple times for being very good and awesome, making them a standout part of the meal.
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Prawns
Specifically mentioned as delicious, and part of a meal that reviewers described very positively overall.
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4
Seafood
Praised as part of the restaurant’s great food selection, with reviewers highlighting it alongside steak and local cuisine.
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5
Local Cuisine
Mentioned as part of the restaurant’s strong food offerings, with reviewers noting the food was great and flavorful.
Details
Hours
| Monday | 6 AM to 10 PM |
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| Tuesday | 6 AM to 10 PM |
| Wednesday | 6 AM to 10 PM |
| Thursday | 6 AM to 10 PM |
| Friday | 6 AM to 10 PM |
| Saturday | 6 AM to 10 PM |
| Sunday | 7 AM to 9 PM |
About La Estancia
La Estancia is a restaurant in Guatemala City, Guatemala, known for steak, carne asada, and other cuts of meat. Reviewers consistently praise the well-cooked beef, especially the charcoal-smoky steak and puyazo, along with generous portions and attentive service. The atmosphere is described as cozy, quiet, and pleasant, and the restaurant is used for lunch, dinner, and solo dining. Desserts also come up often in reviews, especially cakes and other sweets.
Amenities
Service options
- No-contact delivery
- Delivery
- Takeout
- Dine-in
Highlights
- Great beer selection
- Great cocktails
- Great coffee
- Great dessert
- Great tea selection
- Great wine list
- Sports
Popular for
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Solo dining
Accessibility
- Wheelchair accessible entrance
- Wheelchair accessible parking lot
- Wheelchair accessible restroom
- Wheelchair accessible seating
Offerings
- Alcohol
- Beer
- Cocktails
- Coffee
- Happy hour food
- Hard liquor
- Private dining room
- Quick bite
- Small plates
- Wine
Dining options
- Breakfast
- Brunch
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Catering
- Dessert
- Seating
- Table service
Amenities
- Restroom
Atmosphere
- Cozy
- Quiet
- Trendy
Crowd
- Groups
- Tourists
Planning
- Accepts reservations
Payments
- Credit cards
- Debit cards
- NFC mobile payments
Children
- Good for kids
- Has changing table(s)
- High chairs
- Kids' menu
Parking
- Free parking lot
- Usually somewhat difficult to find a space
Frequently asked
What is La Estancia known for?
La Estancia is best known for steak and carne asada, especially steaks cooked with a charcoal smokiness and served in generous portions. Reviewers also mention puyazo and other cuts of meat, along with a cozy setting and attentive service.
What dishes are most recommended at La Estancia?
Reviewers most often highlight steak, carne asada, puyazo, and seafood like prawns. Desserts are also a recurring recommendation, with cakes and other sweets getting strong praise after the meal.
What is the atmosphere like at La Estancia?
The atmosphere is described as cozy, quiet, and pleasant, with a relaxed feel that still works for business lunches or a meal with a group. Reviewers also mention that it suits solo diners well, and the dining room feels spacious rather than cramped.
Is La Estancia good value, and what is the price range?
The restaurant is described as reasonably priced, with reviews saying the prices are okay and the portions are ample. That combination makes it feel like solid value for meat-focused meals in Guatemala City, especially given the quality of the steak and sides.
Where is La Estancia located, and is it easy to get to?
One review places La Estancia on Avenida Reforma next to the U.S. Embassy in Guatemala City, and another notes it is in the center of everything, within walking distance of shops and a mall. Parking is available in a free lot, though reviewers note it can be somewhat difficult to find a space.
Is parking available at La Estancia?
Yes. Free parking lot, Usually somewhat difficult to find a space is available.
Is La Estancia kid-friendly?
Yes, La Estancia is good for kids.
