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What to order
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Empanadas
Recommended multiple times for being very good, delicious, filling, and available in several flavors including beef, chicken, and cheese.
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Coffee
Frequently praised as excellent, non-bitter, and among the best coffee the reviewers had during their travels.
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Club Sandwich
Mentioned as amazing and delicious, with reviewers also noting that it pairs well with the cafe's good coffee.
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Banana Bread
Highly recommended as a yummy item that was worth preordering and was specifically singled out by one reviewer.
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Chocolate Cake
Described as perfect and part of the cafe's well-liked dessert options.
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Juice
Praised as refreshing and good, often mentioned as a nice accompaniment to breakfast or snacks.
Details
Hours
| Monday | 8 AM to 9 PM |
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| Tuesday | 8 AM to 9 PM |
| Wednesday | 8 AM to 9 PM |
| Thursday | 8 AM to 9 PM |
| Friday | 8 AM to 9 PM |
| Saturday | 8 AM to 8 PM |
| Sunday | 10 AM to 6 PM |
About Mom's Cafe
Mom's Cafe is a cafe, breakfast restaurant, brunch restaurant, dessert restaurant, internet cafe, and lunch restaurant in Nazca, Peru. Reviewers consistently praise the empanadas, coffee, juice, and quick service, and many mention it as a convenient stop near the bus station or bus terminals. The menu includes breakfast, sandwiches, small plates, desserts, and drinks, with a cozy, quiet atmosphere that works well for solo dining or working on a laptop. Prices are described as normal for a tourist town, with breakfast often around PEN 20.
Amenities
Service options
- Delivery
- Onsite services
- Takeout
- Dine-in
Highlights
- Great coffee
- Great dessert
- Great tea selection
Popular for
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Solo dining
- Good for working on laptop
Accessibility
- Wheelchair accessible seating
Offerings
- Alcohol
- Beer
- Coffee
- Quick bite
- Small plates
- Vegetarian options
Dining options
- Breakfast
- Brunch
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Dessert
- Seating
- Table service
Amenities
- Restroom
Atmosphere
- Cozy
- Quiet
- Trendy
Crowd
- College students
- Groups
- Tourists
Payments
- Credit cards
- Debit cards
- NFC mobile payments
Children
- Good for kids
Parking
- Free parking lot
- Free street parking
- Usually somewhat difficult to find a space
Pets
- Dogs allowed outside
Frequently asked
What is Mom's Cafe known for?
Mom's Cafe is best known for its empanadas, especially the beef, chicken, and cheese versions that reviewers call very good, filling, and worth returning for. Coffee and juice are also frequent standouts, and several travelers mention it as a reliable stop near the bus station in Nazca.
What dishes are most recommended at Mom's Cafe?
The most recommended items are the empanadas, croissant, chocolate cake, club sandwich, and hamburger especial. Reviewers also highlight the veggie omelette with toast, coffee or tea, and juice, plus banana bread, waffles, and apple crumble with vanilla ice cream.
What is the atmosphere like at Mom's Cafe?
The atmosphere is described as cozy, quiet, clean, and trendy, with a deli-like feel rather than a casual grab-and-go spot. It suits solo diners, travelers waiting for buses, and small groups looking for breakfast, coffee, or a laptop-friendly place with free wifi.
Is Mom's Cafe good value, and what is the price range?
Yes, reviewers describe the prices as normal for a tourist town and say breakfast can be around PEN 20. The value comes up in comments about filling empanadas, breakfast sets with coffee or tea and juice, and fast service close to the bus terminals.
How convenient is Mom's Cafe for travelers?
It is especially convenient for bus travelers because reviewers say it is right by or very close to the bus station and bus terminals. Several people mention quick stops during Peru Hop or overnight bus transfers, and preordering online helped get food ready fast.
Is parking available at Mom's Cafe?
Yes. Free parking lot, Free street parking, Usually somewhat difficult to find a space is available.
Does Mom's Cafe have vegetarian options?
Yes, Mom's Cafe offers vegetarian options.
Is Mom's Cafe kid-friendly?
Yes, Mom's Cafe is good for kids.
