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La Picantería

The spicy restaurant tradition is reborn amidst the bustling streets of Surquillo. The era of casual dining, where restaurants were scarcely acknowledged, makes a comeback, now finding refuge in impromptu dining rooms within private residences.
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Recommended by Shannon Bennett
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Sta. Rosa 386, Lima 15047, Peru
Lima
All it takes is a simple knock on the door, waiting for it to swing open, and inquiring about the availability of a meal. Typically, it's a communal dish, a hearty stew or a flavorful spicy concoction, served alongside chicha, fostering lively conversations among friends. What started as a simple inquiry transforms into a culinary affair, where these humble kitchens don their finest attire, transforming into vibrant hubs of communal dining and conviviality.
Chef Recommendations
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Shannon Bennett

"Communal dining at its best, open lunch only in an up and coming district of Surquillo. It will take 20 minutes in a taxi from Mira Flores."