Where can I try Andean specialties in Lima?

I'll be in the Peruvian capital soon (Surco neighbourhood to be exact) but won't have time to go to the mountains. From what I understand, cuy (guinea pig) is an Andean and not a coastal specialty, so are Llamas and Alpacas.

Can one easily find highland specialties in the capital ? If so, where am I most likely to find them ? (special markets, neighbourhoods...). I heard cuy is now a delicacy in more upscale restaurant in Lima, but I'm not very interested in fancy venues.

Best Answer

I live in Lima, Peru and you can easily find any kind of specialties in Lima from the Andes and also from the jungle.

I would suggest you ask in your hotel and emphasize the fact that you are looking for a normal restaurant and not a top one, also you can go to markets that are on the street where they sell menus for a really cheap price however I doubt you will find cuy in one of those...