Caracas
This charming, Spanish-owned tasca features low, wood-beamed ceilings extending out from an atmospheric central bar, the whole surroundings of which are…
Caracas
This charming, Spanish-owned tasca features low, wood-beamed ceilings extending out from an atmospheric central bar, the whole surroundings of which are…
Venezuela
In a candlelit backyard enclosed by a bamboo fence, this gourmet surprise is a travel memory in culinary form. Never mind the confusing ordering system,…
Venezuela
This classic Spanish restaurant sits in the heart of Barrio Obrero and offers a good mixture of steak, chicken and pasta dishes, as well as a good wine…
Venezuela
This brand new cevichería, fish and seafood restaurant is perhaps the smartest in town. Try one of various ceviches to start, followed by dishes such as…
Caracas
A dash of formality marks this all-but-hidden place as an oasis of old-world calm amid the chaos of downtown. Tuxedo-sporting waiters and a classic…
Venezuela
Down an unlikely side street parallel to Av Bermúdez, this little air-conditioned oasis comes complete with a religious shrine. The dishes on offer form a…
Venezuela
The mounted head of a bull flanked by two calves is the charmingly shameless centerpiece of this tasca restaurant's decor. Dark wood furniture, an old…
Caracas
Caraqueños bowed down to Chef Carlos Garcia’s bold cuisine and decor from the moment the doors opened in 2007: Alto became an instant culinary icon. Local…
Caracas
The incredible range of house-roasted beans at this friendly and immensely popular cafe is discernible up and down the block. The Moorish-accented…
Venezuela
The restaurant of the Hotel Apure is also one of the best in town, serving up local specialties including river fish in Amazon curry, and buñuelos …
Venezuela
The name doesn’t do this trendy cafe justice. There are 40 types of coffee, but this beautiful patio fills up with pretty people for good wine and an…
Venezuela
Located near the port right on the beach where the catch of the day is brought in, this fantastic place will serve you up a sublime lunch of freshly…
Venezuela
Despite being by far Coro's most sophisticated dining spot, Ginger & Basil is also surprisingly great value. The menu is streets ahead of most in…
Venezuela
Serving up some of the best pizza in the country, Positano is an Italian restaurant that offers a full menu of pasta, meat dishes and multiple delicious…
Caracas
A block west and half a block north of the plaza, this small chef-managed restaurant offers some adventurous culinary hybrids of Venezuelan and Asian fare…
Caracas
Much of Caracas’ high society has left the country or disappeared under the radar during the Chávez era – this is one of the spots you’ll find them. The…
Venezuela
Set at the foot of the giant Monumento a San Fernando, this stylish spot sports waiters in peach shirts and ties and brightly colored tablecloths. It…
Venezuela
This beautifully designed and exceptionally good French restaurant has its diners discreetly spread out over a shaded patio around a small water garden…
Caracas
This wildly popular all-hours arepera (restaurant selling arepas – small, thick corn pancakes) near the Centro San Ignacio is a perfect spot for your…
Caracas
This chain has caught on like a California wildfire in Caracas, but here lies its beginnings. Sophisticated wraps, burgers, sandwiches and salads are…
Caracas
For a taste of Los Llanos in the capital, this rooftop party terrace has breezy views over the Asemblea Nacional and serious llanero cuisine, such as…
Venezuela
By far the best place to eat in town, this smart, friendly and excellent Mediterranean-fusion restaurant has a sumptuous and innovative menu and the…
Venezuela
This is the only revolving restaurant in the country – an entire circle takes about two hours and the floor-to-ceiling windows provide for great views –…
Caracas
One of several restaurants in the culinary mall known as the Cuadra Gastronómica, Catar has aggressively eclectic food, with a funky, mismatched decor to…
Caracas
Next door to Nobu, this popular spot with terrace seating does eclectic Chinese-Peruvian, or Chirú cuisine, and a damn fine job at that. The degustación…
Venezuela
Stick around long enough and La Chuchera is where you'll meet most people on the island at some point. The food may not be cheap, but it's cheap for Los…
Venezuela
This tasca (Spanish-style bar-restaurant) has a huge curvaceous bar, large seating areas and a sophisticated atmosphere that comes alive in the evening…
Venezuela
Que? You wanted Mexican food and Venezuelan mixed together? No hay problema – here, traditional Mexican dishes like chalupas and tamales all get served on…
Venezuela
The chosen spot for sundown drinks and world-famous the island over for its piña coladas, Bora la Mar is a simple place run by a sweet Spanish woman. The…
Venezuela
It hasn’t got a menu, it hasn’t got air-con – heck, it doesn’t even have four walls – but this massively popular spot cranks out the asado, fresh off the…
Caracas
This deli has an amazing array of products, luxury goods, chocolates and much more on sale to anyone who can afford the prices, which are high by local…
Venezuela
A large and relatively formal place by local standards, this locally famous steakhouse features waiters in tuxedos and a bullfighting theme on the walls…
Caracas
Expertly fusing Mediterranean and Caribbean elements in a upscale, jungly setting, Mokambo offer scrumptious and surprising dishes, such as duck risotto…
Venezuela
Indigenous-themed photos line the wall of this German-owned establishment, chock-a-block full of simple fare including German sausage and meatballs,…
Venezuela
Perhaps the best restaurant in town, Alfredo’s has an unusually long menu, with fantastic pasta, thick steaks and fine pizzas from its wood-burning oven…
Caracas
After 50 years of successfully pulling in the customers, they must be doing something right. This is a venerated vegetarian spot, renowned for its filling…
Venezuela
This seafront spot boasts opera on the radio and an Italian owner frantically switching between La Liga and Serie A on the DirecTV. It ain’t Napoli, but…
Venezuela
Ever wonder what it’s like to attend P Diddy’s White Party? In the same complex as El Riacho, this all-white club (collared shirt or some sort of jacket…
Venezuela
Sip on a ‘Ton Collins’ or ‘Fruyt Ponch’ at this old-school local favorite, designed with the beef-, shrimp- and chicken-lover in mind. The black-vested…
Caracas
Sparkling air-conditioned premises with a chessboard floor and lots of light set this new cafe apart from the crowd. Given its central location around…