Charki Restaurant
Charki Resto Novoandino
A budget-friendly new Andean eatery on the edge of town, where the fried guinea pig and trout recommended by locals are done the authentic way.
Located on Sol de Sacsayhuaman Street in the northwest of Chivay, about a 5-minute drive from the plaza, this small family-run restaurant specializes in cuy chactado, guinea pig flattened and deep-fried. Other dishes include fried trout, roast pork ribs, chicharron (crispy pork and chicken) and quinoa tabbouleh salad. Drinks include cactus fruit juice, chicha and pisco sour. Prices are reasonable, at about 25-40 soles per person. It is closed on Mondays, and hours vary by day, so check before you go.
Opening hours
Tuesday to Sunday about 10:30-20:00 (until 22:00 on Wednesdays and Thursdays, until 15:00 on Saturdays); closed Mondays