Looking for a cheap quick meal? Then go where the locals go. Located next to the bus station, El Jardín de los Andes serves traditional Ecuadorian fare in an outdoor food court-like setting. "The Garden" is not a single restaurant, but rather a line of a dozen or so individual, order-at-the-counter mini restaurants. This is where to go to fill up on local favorites like grilled chicken, fried fish, ceviche, or the carne colorada (steak cooked in a natural red seasoning), a regional specialty. For dessert, grab some fresh fruit across the street at the Cotacachi's Mercado de Los Andes. With tasty food at a great price, plus a bustling atmosphere, El Jardín is the place to go if you're a hungry, budget-conscious traveler.

Location:
On 10 de Agosto, next to the bus station
Cotacachi, Ecuador

Restaurant

Regulations: No

Dress Code: Casual

Reservation: Not necessary

Park Options: No

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