Oruro is not necessarily known as a culinary capital, but there are a couple of gems to be found. Try one of the eateries around Plaza Principal, most of which offer decent prices and window views of the passers-by. The market is also a great spot to find typical fare like api orureño (a warm breakfast drink made from purple corn flour and cinnamon) alongside hardworking locals. It's especially good for breakfast, as it’s by far the cheapest option and is a cultural experience all in itself.
A self-professed city girl, sassy staff writer Margaret Rode hails from Chicago where she received Bachelor degrees in English Literature and Spanish...
Vida Sana is an extremely welcoming, somewhat haphazardly run, small restaurant right in the bustling heart of Oruru. Although the staff may forget to mention until serving your friends that the dish you ordered is not currently available, the extremely low prices and extensive (predominately...
One thing is for sure, you'll have no problem finding Bravo's Pizza; once you get within half a block the huge red lettering of their sign (at night it glows!) will guide you towards this pizzeria. The large selection of pizzas take up only a small section of the menu which includes sandwiches,...
This veggie restaurant in Oruro serves up massive almuerzos for an ridiculously cheap price ($1.50 / 10 Bs.). Set meals include soup and small salad, an entree, dessert, and a drink--enough to stuff you or the rest of the day. Specialty plates, mate and...
To cool down on a sunny Oruro afternoon for just a dollar or two, swing by Tip Top Ice Cream. There’s a full menu of juices, but the real reason to go is the tantalizing homemade ice cream that comes in cups or cones and with your choice of the varied toppings. The owners are very friendly, and...
On the northeast corner of Plaza 10 de Febrero, the Confeteria Center is marked with a Huari sign and large glass windows. This cafe has a short menu of sandwiches and meat plates (like churrasco and lomo), as well as juice, tea and a few random liquors. The restaurant, owned by a sassy...