Central

3.5 / 5
Virgilio Martínez

The Verdict

And finally Central. The flagship restaurant of legendary Peruvian Chef Virgilio Martínez. The restaurant is known for its contemporary interpretation of Peruvian cuisine using modern techniques. Each dish represents a specific Peruvian ecosystem, defined by altitude, ranging from below sea level to the high Andes. Central was crowned the world’s best restaurant for many years. The tasting menu typically features 12 courses. The dishes were “academic”; beautifully crafted but not always memorable in flavour cohesiveness. The experience is experimental with lot of effort in carving visually appealing dishes but the final outcome is confusing. One leaves without understanding what food did he have. The dining room is bright, minimalist, and open, with stone tables, floor-to-ceiling windows, and an open kitchen

The Location
SOL
1650
Average PPP
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About this Restaurant

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Redefining Peruvian cuisine by introducing little-known indigenous ingredients from Peru’s coastal region, the Andes highlands, and the Amazon rainforest. 

At a glance
Peru, Lima
Fine Dining
Price per Person SOL 1650

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