El Delirio
Set in a colonial mansion where Bolívar stayed in 1822, known for its courtyard, fireplaces, and candlelit atmosphere.
This restaurant occupies a colonial-era mansion at Primera Constituyente 28-16, where Simón Bolívar spent a night in 1822. Legend says his poem 'My Delirium on Chimborazo' was inspired by this courtyard with its fountain, and the restaurant takes its name from it. Lonely Planet recommends it as a top local choice for its fireplaces, wooden partitions, antiques, and walls covered in paintings. Live music plays on weekend evenings. The menu features traditional Ecuadorian dishes and international fare, including chicken soup, corn tamales, lime-marinated shrimp and seafood, and steak. Service can be slow, and reviews are mixed. The lunch set menu costs about US$8–10, and main courses cost about US$8–14.
Opening hours
Tue–Sun about 12:00–22:00; closed Mondays (sources vary slightly)
Nearby sights
- Museo de Arte Religioso de la Concepción
- Mercado La Merced
- Riobamba Historic Center & Parque Maldonado
- Riobamba Cathedral
- Guano
- Balbanera Church
- Laguna de Colta
- Chimborazo Fauna Production Reserve