Travel Reference
In-Depth Information
Food
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El Fariseo
Atahualpa between 27 de Febrero and General Villamil
$
A small, basic cafe boasting the best coffee in town. The
postres
(desserts) are definitely
something to write home about.
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La Carihuela
Alberto Zambrano street, about 100 yards from the bus terminal
$-$$
Locals and tourists alike love the barbecue at La Carihuela. Definitely the most satisfying
place in town if you're not a vegetarian and
very
hungry.
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El Jardín Restaurante
Paseo Turístico del Río Puyo (across the swinging footbridge)
$$
Probably Puyo's best option if you're looking for a healthy diversity of dishes in a more
refined setting yet still want to feel like you're at the Amazon's doorstep. El Jardín's res-
taurant specializes in the traditional Amazonian chicken plate '
Pollo al Ishpingo
' which
comes with a cinnamon-infused sauce.
Accommodations
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Finca Argentina
1.5 miles (3 km) on the Tena road from Puyo
Makipanga@yahoo.es
This family home just outside Puyo owns 50 acres (20 h) where they grow Guayabas,
Guavas and other endemic fruits and rent out 2 cabins (8 people max) and camping space
from $3/night. Facilities are basic: electricity, shower and kitchen are available in the
main house. Ask about guided tours and long-term stays.
