Travel Reference
In-Depth Information
Food
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Café Tortuga
Federico de Orellana on the Malecón
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This expat-owned café is a popular backpacker hangout spot routinely teeming with for-
eigners entering the jungle or just getting out. They have some of the best coffee in town
served with fresh, generous breakfasts, but are also great for lounging during lunchtime
with a book when the sun is at its peak.
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Chuquitos
45 García Moreno street on the main plaza
$-$$
Chuquitos is a pleasant spot nestled between the central plaza and the breezy banks where
both the Napo and Tena Rivers meet. Their extensive menu features traditional Ecuadori-
an fare, from coastal staples to Andean dishes and fresh fish caught from the waters just
feet away. The elegant atmosphere, great food and first-class service make it popular with
Ecuadorians and foreigners alike.
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Marquis Grille
Amazonas 251
$$-$$$
The Marquis has been considered Tena's best fine dining option, but that's because it's
Tena's
only
fine dining option. However, the food speaks the loudest and if you're looking
for crisp salads, perfectly-cooked steaks and the best wine list for miles, Marquis is a no-
brainer. Wait times are long, even though the place is hardly ever full. Unfortunately, I
couldn't get the story behind the sloth, who sleeps in the restaurant pretty much all day.
Accommodations
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Hostal Limoncocha
Sangay street 533 off Chofer Avenue
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