From inexpensive comedores (eateries) to upscale restaurants, there are endless opportunities to indulge in local cuisine in Cobán. The most typical Cobanero dish has to be the kak-Ik (sometimes written as ‘cack-Ik’). A rich turkey stew cooked with spices, it is always...
The budget traveler hungry for a taste of local flavor will find eating here a genuine experience. Sit with the locals, have some home cooked food and enjoy the ranchero (folklore) music. Set lunch includes meat, rice and tortilla, and costs $2. The menu is limited though, with only two platters to...
This restaurant serves up juicy and meticulously-prepared grilled meat at unbelievably economical prices. Entering the restaurant, a humble and upbeat atmosphere engulfs you. Many flock to this locals’ favorite haunt for late-night supper. Perfect for meat lovers, this restaurant serves up a...
Known as the ‘home of kak-ik’, this simple restaurant provides a cheaper alternative for the otherwise pricey dish. Serving other distinctive platters such as tiú (turkey in thick rice broth) and sak-ik (specialty of San Cristóbal Verapaz), its menu is distinct. The huge...
This cheapie has the lowest prices in town, suitable for budget travelers looking for nothing more than tummy fillers. It is located right across the road from the Monja Blanca bus terminal. There are very limited choices, with only hamburgers and pizzas on the menu. With beef...