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A cheap painted sign over a metal door leads into the less-than-salubrious interior of the restaurant. But once you get over the decor (or lack of) you’ll notice that the place is packed with locals – a sure sign that the food is what matters there. And it does.

Scallops, crab, the freshest of fish, Pisco, and the ceviche...a hidden treasure.]]> http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/10859 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/8464
Once place to try is Aventuras Marinas. They are one of the few cheapy local places that stay open until 9pm-ish. Especially good is the Ceviche Mixto, and the Aquaditas, a heady soup made with coriander and mixed seafood.

One more recommendation is the most perfect little lunch place at 180 Alcoflores (parallel to Av La Paz). It has no name, just a menu outside with 4 starters and 6 main courses at 6 Sol for the full meal, plus complementary lemongrass drink (the name escapes me). The food tastes like home cooking, and they use real stock for their soups and sauces. Dishes change daily, but don’t change much, so expect soups as starters and chicken, rice, and bean dishes for mains.

This is a gem of a place that is always packed by 1:30pm, so get there just after 12 if you can.]]> http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/8464 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/4818 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/4818