Seafood
OY
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4.9$$Seafood
View RestaurantNazca Esencia Restaurant
This highly-rated establishment, boasting a 4.9 out of 5 stars, offers a truly remarkable culinary journey. Located in the heart of the islands, it provides an intimate and welcoming atmosphere perfect for any occasion. Diners consistently praise the exceptional quality and presentation of every dish, from delectable breakfast creations to expertly crafted cocktails and captivating desserts. The attention to detail by the chef is evident, ensuring a burst of flavor and visual delight with each bite. It's a favorite for those seeking an outstanding dining experience that complements the natural beauty of the Galápagos.
Caribbean & Latin · Seafood•$$•4.9(276)•Galápagos Islands
This highly-rated establishment, boasting a 4.9 out of 5 stars, offers a truly remarkable culinary journey. Located in the heart of the islands, it provides an intimate and welcoming atmosphere perfect for any occasion. Diners consistently praise the exceptional quality and presentation of every dish, from delectable breakfast creations to expertly crafted cocktails and captivating desserts. The attention to detail by the chef is evident, ensuring a burst of flavor and visual delight with each bite. It's a favorite for those seeking an outstanding dining experience that complements the natural beauty of the Galápagos.
About Nazca Esencia Restaurant
This highly-rated establishment, boasting a 4.9 out of 5 stars, offers a truly remarkable culinary journey. Located in the heart of the islands, it provides an intimate and welcoming atmosphere perfect for any occasion. Diners consistently praise the exceptional quality and presentation of every dish, from delectable breakfast creations to expertly crafted cocktails and captivating desserts. The attention to detail by the chef is evident, ensuring a burst of flavor and visual delight with each bite. It's a favorite for those seeking an outstanding dining experience that complements the natural beauty of the Galápagos.
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Restaurant Analysis
Restaurant Characteristics
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💰Price Range
Moderate
Price Range (Moderate)
Moderate pricing ($$) - Mid-range restaurants with good value
🕐Meal Time
dinner
Meal Time (dinner)
This restaurant primarily serves dinner. Based on opening hours.
👥Group Size
Groups Welcome
Group Size (Groups Welcome)
Welcomes large groups and families. Great for group dining.
🎭Atmosphere
Casual
Atmosphere (Casual)
Relaxed and laid-back atmosphere
🍽️Dining Style
Flexible
Dining Style (Flexible)
Flexible options. Reservations available but not required.
✨Features & Amenities
Cocktails
Beer
Wine
Coffee
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Features & Amenities
This restaurant offers: Cocktails, Beer, Wine, Coffee, Family Friendly, Groups Welcome, Reservations
Why Travelers Love Nazca Esencia
Sourced from recent guest feedback and verified reviews.
4.9 / 5.0(276 reviews)
Absolutely Outstanding Dining Experience! We were blown away by this restaurant from the moment we walked in! Every single dish we tried was incredible — from breakfast to dinner to cocktails, everything was bursting with flavor and beautifully presented. You can really tell the chef is detail-oriented and takes great pride in both the taste and presentation of every plate. The Galapagos coffee was also amazing — rich, smooth, and perfectly brewed. Pairs well with all of their desserts. The service was just as impressive as the food. A special shout-out to Mauricio, who went above and beyond to make sure we had an excellent experience. The atmosphere is warm, welcoming, and family-friendly, which made our meals even more enjoyable. We loved it so much that we ended up coming back for every meal during the two days we stayed in town! Highly recommend this restaurant — it’s a true gem and an absolute must-visit if you’re in the area. Fabulous place with charming staff and delicious peruvian cuisine. We shared ceviche, tender beef skewers and some other tradiotional raw fish with avocado and leche de tigre. Everything was delicious, pisco sour was one of the best in Galapagos, and the views from the restaurant were lovely. Def a must visit when in Perto Ayora! Incredible lunch specials - seafood pasta and catch of the day. All the seafood was cooked to perfection and we really enjoyed both dishes. It included a juice and dessert too which was excellent value for money. Staff were very attentive and friendly. The interior is gorgeous with a great atmosphere too!
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Where to Find Them
Ave Charles Darwin, Puerto Ayora 200102, Ecuador
+593 099 535 3327
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Opening Hours
Closed Now
Monday7:00 AM – 9:00 PM
Tuesday7:00 AM – 9:00 PM
Wednesday7:00 AM – 9:00 PM
Thursday7:00 AM – 9:00 PM
Friday7:00 AM – 9:00 PM
Saturday7:00 AM – 9:00 PM
SundayClosed
Recent Reviews
Grisselle A.
October 26, 2025
Absolutely Outstanding Dining Experience! We were blown away by this restaurant from the moment we walked in! Every single dish we tried was incredible — from breakfast to dinner to cocktails, everything was bursting with flavor and beautifully presented. You can really tell the chef is detail-oriented and takes great pride in both the taste and presentation of every plate. The Galapagos coffee was also amazing — rich, smooth, and perfectly brewed. Pairs well with all of their desserts. The service was just as impressive as the food. A special shout-out to Mauricio, who went above and beyond to make sure we had an excellent experience. The atmosphere is warm, welcoming, and family-friendly, which made our meals even more enjoyable. We loved it so much that we ended up coming back for every meal during the two days we stayed in town! Highly recommend this restaurant — it’s a true gem and an absolute must-visit if you’re in the area.
Gabriela G.
November 19, 2025
Fabulous place with charming staff and delicious peruvian cuisine. We shared ceviche, tender beef skewers and some other tradiotional raw fish with avocado and leche de tigre. Everything was delicious, pisco sour was one of the best in Galapagos, and the views from the restaurant were lovely. Def a must visit when in Perto Ayora!
Sierra T.
October 31, 2025
Incredible lunch specials - seafood pasta and catch of the day. All the seafood was cooked to perfection and we really enjoyed both dishes. It included a juice and dessert too which was excellent value for money. Staff were very attentive and friendly. The interior is gorgeous with a great atmosphere too!
Patrick G.
October 15, 2025
Best restaurant we found. We ended up going here four times. We came for breakfast lunch and dinner and the food was amazingly delicious every time. We tried about ten restaurants and this one was the best one by a landslide.
Mariel R.
September 15, 2025
The food was very flavorful, and the service and atmosphere were excellent. However, I feel that the relationship between the price and portion sizes could be improved. On the island, there are restaurants that offer equally delicious dishes but with more reasonable prices and larger portions. We’re not talking about a three-Michelin-star restaurant, where smaller portions might be justified
What to Expect
Features and amenities that make Nazca Esencia special
Cocktails
Beer
Wine
Coffee
Family Friendly
Groups Welcome
Reservations
Practical Information
Everything you need to know before you visit
Payment Options
Credit Cards
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