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Lima

Mayta Restaurante

Restaurant · Peruvian

Why we point you here

Lima's most ambitious kitchen, where Peruvian biodiversity meets refined technique and genuine culinary vision.

Peru's remarkable biodiversity becomes the foundation for cooking that's both deeply rooted and elegantly modern. The approach here is serious but never stiff—expect indigenous ingredients handled with precision, tasting menus that reveal the country's ecosystems course by course, and flavors that feel both familiar and revelatory. Charted on the global stage and holding dual recognition from the world's leading culinary honors, it's worth the detour for anyone serious about understanding contemporary Peruvian cuisine.

Accolades

  • 2024No. 41
  • 2023No. 47
  • 2022No. 32

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Charted by Best Chef Awards · La Liste · Latin America's 50 Best Restaurants · OAD Top Restaurants · World's 50 Best Restaurants· Last verified 2026-07-11