Club Líbano Venezolano (Av. Rio de Oro, Prados del Este, Caracas) – this is technically a private club – dedicated to the (Christian) Lebanese community that formed in Caracas during the early 20th century (similar to such migrations from Turkish-occupied Lebanon into other Latin countries – from Dominican Republic to Brazil). Non-members are allowed to […]
Catabar (Pampatar, Margarita Island) – the meals served here have a heavy French influence. The front is its dining area (which has a wine section nearby). Further into the restaurant is a lounge area, for late night socializing. Among the dishes served there are white fish fillet sautéed in a light cream sauce (moist and […]
Hajillo’s (Calle Miranda, Centro Comercial Doña Auroral, Local 4, El Hatillo, Caracas) – this brightly-lit restaurant, located 20 minutes southeast of downtown Caracas in El Hatillo district, received accolades from various Venezuelan media outlet and critics for its fusion Asian-Venezuelan food — serving dishes that stand out from other eateries like mango rice, and curried […]
El Rancho de Pablo (Av. Raúl Leoni, Polamar, Margarita Island) – given its seaside location, seafood is a no-brainer here. Grilled lobster, halibut, mussels with lemon & garlic, and other seafood dishes, along with paella (including portions served with shrimp) are typically served here.
El Pacífico (Boulevard Turístico, Playa El Agua, Margarita Island) – located along the beautiful 3-mile beach known as Playa El Agua, this seaside restaurant serves seafood dishes such as pescado ahumado (smokes fish), langostinos al parchita (jumbo shrimp in passion fruit sauce), fresh grilled snapper, and other specialties. For those who want some other than […]
Cucina Simpatica (Av. Francisco Esteban Gómez, Porlamar, Margarita Island) – this restaurant serves a variety of Italian-influenced dishes, such as Tortelloni Queso de Cabra, Risotto Misto Mare, Ricotta & spinach ravioli with sauteed mushrooms, and other high quality delicacies & desserts (such as tiramisu).
Chirú (Av. Segunda entre 4ta y 5ta Transversal, Centro Comercial Las Cúpulas – Los Palos Grandes Caracas) – the meals served here are a fusion of Japanese and Peruvian influences. The ceviche served here is considered the best in Caracas.
Casa Caranta (Casco Histórico de Pampatar, Pampatar, Margarita Island) – tourists rave about this restaurant, which serves meals with both Italian and Venezuelan influences. The ambiance alone is a crowd-pleaser (and is attractively decorated with local artwork). There’s often live music during the evenings.
360o Roofbar (Av. Luís Roche de Altamira, 1a Transversal de los Palos Grandes, Caracas) — On top of a five-star hotel building (Hotel Altamira Suites) in the upscale district of Altamira, the 360 Roof Bar serves its patrons light snacks like pizzas, sushi and cocktails. The Altamira Suites’ penthouse has a three-level bar with a […]
Beach Bar (Calle El Cristo, Pampatar, Margarita Island) – this bar is another destination for partygoers visiting Margarita Island. Even though it’s called a “bar”, it actually has a large beachside dancefloor – where daytime parties are often held. Along with cocktails and other drinks, light food is also served there.