Cafe Rilke - Lima

A real find, and a superb alternative to the average hotel breakfast. 5 Minutes walk from Larcomar in Miraflores. Good furnishings, good decor, a comfortable ra... read more A real find, and a superb alternative to the average hotel breakfast. 5 Minutes walk from Larcomar in Miraflores. Good furnishings, good decor, a comfortable range of rooms, a garden. and first class breakfasts, ranging from fresh fruit to a full fry-up. Very highly recommended.

Side street venue just a few short blocks from Larco Mar Center on the coast. Serves entrees but is great for tapas, sandwiches, quiche and just sitting around... read more Side street venue just a few short blocks from Larco Mar Center on the coast. Serves entrees but is great for tapas, sandwiches, quiche and just sitting around with drinks and good conversation. Very comfortable decor.

This is a charming, relaxed place to have tea and light snacks or desserts over conversation. They have a couple of interesting Japanese green teas on the menu.... read more This is a charming, relaxed place to have tea and light snacks or desserts over conversation. They have a couple of interesting Japanese green teas on the menu. I especially like the library room with its wing-backed chair and couches. However, service is slow, and needs to improve: the servers have that typical Limeño "spaced out" look on their faces as if they have never waited tables before, and they consistently missed every possible detail when I visited.

Cafe Rilke is a great cafe in Miraflores, located on a quiet side street. There's plenty of space to sit, from tables to arm chairs and even a few spots in the... read more Cafe Rilke is a great cafe in Miraflores, located on a quiet side street. There's plenty of space to sit, from tables to arm chairs and even a few spots in the garden. The food is a bit hit or miss. A caprese sandwich I tried on one visit was lackluster, but the quinoa salad I tried on another was absolutely delicious. The service is relatively attentive, particularly by Peruvian standards.