Cravings on Caminos del Inca Avenue: 5 proposals that you should try if you are in Surco

At first glance it may not seem like it, but the busy Av. Caminos del Inca hides multiple and delicious spaces where you can sit at the table. Cebicherias, sangucherías, huariques, Nikkei and Spanish cuisine, pizzas, desserts and a long etcetera are part of that list to visit. On this occasion, Provecho presents a brief gastronomic route of this avenue in Surco: from delicious anticuchos to Spanish-inspired cuisine. Let us be surprised.

The dream of Brandon Altamirano, named the best anticuchero in Peru after his time on a reality show, was to open his own store and set up a franchise. Little by little he is achieving it. In Surco, he opened his third location where he keeps the grill on along with his obsession with the good taste of anticuchos (classic, chicken and pork). On his menu we also find corn with cheese, anticucheras sweetbreads, Bran snack (includes mixed choncholí, pancita, rachi, anticuchos and parboiled potatoes) and desserts such as cookie cake or flipped cream. A special point are their huancopa, rocoto and huacatay chili sauces (how delicious they are spicy!).

Address: Av. Caminos del Inca 2504, Surco. IG: @anticuchos.bran.oficial

Spanish seasoning is the common thread of this space that resurfaced in 2020. Paella is undoubtedly the star dish and perfect to share (at least) between two people. Keep in mind that there is a 40-minute wait, but that will be the opportunity to try other dishes such as Galician-style octopus, Spanish tortilla, garlic chicken, Madrid-style tripe, Segovian-style suckling pig and much more. Be careful, the gastronomic repertoire also makes room for more fusion touches such as a lomo saltado fideuá. Ask about the wines by the glass, there will always be something special to toast.

Address: Av. Caminos del Inca 1005, Surco. IG: @dondefelipe

Its roots are not found in Italy, but in Arequipa where it was founded more than 20 years ago. In 2014, it arrived in Lima with this large establishment that stands out for being the first free pizza bar. It includes 30 flavors of wood-fired pizzas such as rocoto arequipeño, lomo saltado, jungle and vegetarian, among others, as well as wings, waffles, crepes and drinks (non-alcoholic) that can be enjoyed unlimitedly. The price is S/. 69.90 (per person). From 5 to 8 years old they pay S/. 39.90 (children under 5 years old do not pay). “It is a wood-fired pizza in an artisanal oven. As for the dough, it is thin and crispy on the outside,” said Paul Bonet, manager of the Piazza Corporation.

Address: Av. Caminos del Inca 1573, Surco. IG: @Piazza_Surco.

They are the masters of lomo saltado. They found the right spot to obtain juicy meat, along with crispy chips and onions. In addition, they went one step further and revamped the dish, giving birth to delicious combinations such as causa or chaufa with loin. To start the meal there are baos, makis, gyozas and tequeños. In the background, the classic saltado – choose between rump, chicken, flat iron or veggie – is always among the top 3 favorites. Enjoy a good meal in this place that has a large and comfortable terrace.

Address: Av. Caminos del Inca 1418, Surco. IG: @doomosalted

For over 40 years, they’ve been offering the best (and biggest) pancakes in Lima. It is almost a spectacle to see how it arrives at the table and the waiters bend it so that it has the perfect shape to eat it. With more than 50 combinations on its menu, between sweet and savory, which can also be personalized. Among the savory ones, one of the favorites is the one that combines chicken, mushrooms and cheese. For sweets, be a kid again with a combination of Nutella, strawberries and glazed pecans.

Say: Av. Caminos del Inca 467, Surco. IG: @palachinkeperu.