Hiked up here and the view alone made it worth it. Desserts were fresh, really good. Service was solid too. Place gets busy but that&rsquo;s fine.

Came back the next day for lunch after the pizza the night before. Dough&#39;s got that proper chew, sauce actually tastes like tomatoes. Not one of those places that nukes stuff in the back. Second visit held up fine.

Stopped by for a late lunch. The cheese fondue was rich, exactly what I needed on a cold day. Gets a bit heavy toward the end, so maybe share it. Upstairs terrace is nice if you want some air. Prices run a bit high for this area, but the portion is decent. Service was quick, no complaints.

Stopped by after hiking all day and honestly it hit the spot. Got the pizza, crust was decent and toppings tasted fresh. Price was fair for what you get. Solid option if you&#39;re in Ba&ntilde;os and don&#39;t want anything fancy.

The risotto was cooked just right, really well seasoned. I wasn&#39;t expecting much but it surprised me. The interior is pretty stylish too, like they actually put thought into the space. Even though it was a quiet hour, the staff left me alone which I appreciated. Just wish the portions were a bit bigger for the price, but overall a decent spot.

The margaritas are fresh lime, no mix. Chimichangas were solid, and the three salsas had good balance. Prices match other places downtown, but the quality is a step up.

Burgers are decent but kinda small for the price. Fries though, really good&mdash;crispy, salty, just right. I grabbed a craft beer too, felt a bit steep honestly. Place was busy when I stopped by, but service moved quick. Fine spot if you&#39;re in the area and want a solid bite without fuss. Not my first time, won&#39;t be my last.

Solid breakfast spot, pancakes were crispy on the outside and super fluffy inside. Portions are generous for the price. Good place to catch up with friends over coffee.

The owner was super friendly and even let us try the punch before ordering. It&rsquo;s a family recipe and honestly the best part. Portion sizes are decent for what you pay.

The passionfruit cheesecake hit the spot. Tart and creamy, not too sweet. Coffee was solid too, properly brewed. Sat by the window looking at the garden, but honestly I was just focused on the plate. Would come back just for that cake again.

The Vegana arepa was solid&mdash;one of the better vegan versions I&#39;ve tried. Sauces on the side added a nice kick. Good spot if you&#39;re plant-based and in the area.

Chai latte was homemade and actually pretty good. Got the avocado toast too, bread was fresh. Prices run a bit higher than other places around but you&#39;re paying for the chill vibe. Service is slow if you&#39;re rushing.

The veggie menu del dia was solid and the falafel plate had a good portion for the price. Hummus and pita were a nice touch. Happy I found this spot in Ecuador.

The chocolate picante was the reason I stopped in&mdash;hot chocolate with chile, and yeah, it&rsquo;s got a nice kick without killing the chocolate flavor. Grabbed a few bars to take home too. The crepes with dulce de leche were solid, plenty of filling, not stingy at all. Price felt fair for what you get, especially the portions.

The fireplace really makes this place feel special. Lasagna was solid, burrito too. Staff clearly cares about what they serve.

Staff handled early check-in and bag storage smoothly. Also booked us a paragliding tour at a fair price.

Stopped by for a quick pizza fix and honestly it hit the spot. Crust was thin, toppings generous, and the whole thing came out fast. Probably the best slice I had in Ba&ntilde;os. Nothing fancy, just solid food and friendly service. Wish I had room to try another one.

The fries here have this really distinct texture, not like your usual fast food at all. I liked that they give you plenty of topping choices to mix things up. My order came out quick and hot, which I appreciated. Just wish the seating area was a bit bigger, felt a little cramped during the lunch rush. Still, solid spot for a quick bite.

Tried the tenderloin and lasagna here&mdash;both were pretty solid. The meat was cooked well, and the lasagna had that homemade feel. Salmon was out when we stopped by, so menu can be a bit hit or miss. Also had to wait a little, but the free garlic bread kept us busy. Nice little spot if you&#39;re into hearty food.

Menu&rsquo;s got a ton of options and everything we ordered was solid. The juices are really good, prices fair for what you get. Quick bite, no complaints.

The mutton masala was spot on&mdash;super tender and rich. They even toned down the spice for my dad since he&rsquo;s new to Indian food. Thoughtful touch.

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