Alausí does not have a great deal of quality restaurants. However, finding somewhere to eat is not a problem as the main street is lined with inexpensive eateries. The cafés and restaurants nearest the station tend to be a little more tourist focused and therefore a little more expensive.
While Alausi is not packed full of quality restaurants, the Pekin Chifa is a good choice and is one of the only places open on a Sunday night. The restaurant is on the main street in the same pink building that houses Hotel Europa. Pekin Chifa serves standard Chinese food in giant portions....
Cafeteria La Higuera offers more or less typical Ecuadorian fare. However, its quality seems to be a bit better than most. The portions are large, and the food flavorful. It is in particular a good place to catch breakfast before a ride on the train. They have many breakfast special options; the...
Conveniently located near the train station, Llovy Burger is the one place in town offering American food. If you can just not stand another dinner of rice and chicken, stop in for a hamburger or hot dog and fries. The food is not amazing, but is acceptable, about the grade of any American fast...
If you are in the mood for a little snack, perhaps something to bring along with you on the train, Traigo Pan is the place to go. This Panaderia, or bakery, offers a variety of baked goods, including empanadas, rolls and cakes. They also take orders for specialized baked goods, such as a birthday...