About this spot
El Chanchito is one of the best spots in Centro Historico, Lima. Lima is one of the world's great food cities, and Peruvian cuisine is having a well-deserved moment.
💡 Tips before you go
- Ceviche is for lunch only — order it midday when the fish is freshest
- The menú del día (set lunch) is the best deal — full meal for $2-5
- Pisco sour is the national cocktail — try it everywhere
- Aji (chili pepper) sauces are on every table — aji amarillo is the gateway
Common Questions
Where is El Chanchito?
It's in Centro Historico, Lima.
Do I need reservations?
Top Lima restaurants: book weeks ahead. Cevicherías: walk in for lunch. Cusco: mostly walk-in.
About this page
Restaurant: El Chanchito
Cuisine: Restaurant
Location: Centro Historico, Lima, Peru
Source: Curated from local review platforms