Phayawi Restaurante
Experience genuine Bolivian home cooking, celebrated for its authentic flavors and warm, welcoming atmosphere.
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Phayawi Restaurante
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Must-see attractions
Experience genuine Bolivian home cooking, celebrated for its authentic flavors and warm, welcoming atmosphere.
"This place is a gem. Food is fantastic authentic Bolivian food. With a great service. Highly recommended!"
Reserve Your Table
Book in advance, especially for weekends, to secure your spot at this popular restaurant.
Explore Appetizers
Try appetizers like anticuchos along with signature dishes for a fuller taste of Bolivia.
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Cuisine
Bolivian
Price
Mid-range
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Authentic Bolivian Grandma's Cooking
Experience traditional Bolivian recipes as prepared by grandmothers, honoring rich flavors and heritage.
Must-Try Peanut Soup
A creamy and rich peanut soup that diners rave about, a true culinary gem of Bolivian cuisine.
Warm Hospitality & Service
Friendly and helpful staff, including attentive owners, create a welcoming and memorable dining experience.
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Reserve Your Table
Book in advance, especially for weekends, to secure your spot at this popular restaurant.
Explore Appetizers
Try appetizers like anticuchos along with signature dishes for a fuller taste of Bolivia.
Don't Miss the Drinks
Be sure to sample their unique drinks, with llajua being a highly recommended spicy accompaniment.
Spice Level Guidance
Ask to taste the spice level before ordering if you're unsure, ensuring your perfect dish.
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Reserve Your Table
Book in advance, especially for weekends, to secure your spot at this popular restaurant.
Explore Appetizers
Try appetizers like anticuchos along with signature dishes for a fuller taste of Bolivia.
Don't Miss the Drinks
Be sure to sample their unique drinks, with llajua being a highly recommended spicy accompaniment.
Spice Level Guidance
Ask to taste the spice level before ordering if you're unsure, ensuring your perfect dish.
What Travellers Say
Reviews Summary
Phayawi Restaurante is lauded for its authentic Bolivian cuisine, with many guests highlighting the traditional recipes and excellent service that makes them feel right at home. The peanut soup and the mini pork shoulder sandwich are frequently mentioned as standout dishes. While most reviews are overwhelmingly positive, one diner reported a negative experience related to food safety.
"I loved the atmosphere, I happy to see more places like this in La Paz. Service was great and of course food was excellent, you have to try the sautéed onions in the Lomo and those ispis."
Erick von Borries
"We visited during a sort of festival celebrating La Paz’s anniversary, so the menu was a special edition. Overall, the food was good, but nothing particularly memorable — except for the starter: a Mini Pork Shoulder Sandwich. That was absolutely sensational! I’d go back just to eat that 100 times.
The service was outstanding — polite, attentive, and very professional. Everything was explained clearly, and all of our questions were answered.
If that sandwich is still on the menu when you go, order several and enjoy every bite!"
Paulo Gomes
"Nice restaurant with nice food, nice drinks and nice staffs. The owner is specially friendly and helpful. Highly recommended!"
Takki To
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Frequently Asked Questions
Phayawi is celebrated for its authentic Bolivian cuisine, prepared with traditional recipes, and its exceptionally friendly service.
Yes, making reservations in advance is advisable, especially for weekends, to ensure you get a table.
The peanut soup and the mini pork shoulder sandwich have been highly praised. 'Ranga' and 'Fricasé' are also recommended.
Yes, they have a selection of drinks. The 'llajua' is a notable spicy accompaniment worth trying.
If you are unsure about spice levels, you can ask to taste the broth or sauces before ordering to make your decision.
Yes, the restaurant has spaces and a menu that can accommodate children, making it a family-friendly option.
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In La Paz, Bolivia, a New Slate of Restaurants Draw on the Country's Natural Bounty
Marsia Taha, Gustu's former head chef (Latin America's 2024 best female chef, according to World's 50 Best), opened the three-floor Arami in the buzzy Achumani neighborhood, near the four-year-old Phayawi. Meaning “piece of heaven” in the Guarani language, Arami focuses on the rainforest. Freshwater fish such as paiche and palometa are the menu's stars, along with lagarto (yacare caiman), the product of a collaboration with Indigenous hunters.
In La Paz, Bolivia, a New Slate of Restaurants Draw on the Country's Natural Bounty
Marsia Taha, Gustu’s former head chef (Latin America’s 2024 best female chef, according to World’s 50 Best), opened the three-floor Arami in the buzzy Achumani neighborhood, near the four-year-old Phayawi. Meaning “piece of heaven” in the Guarani language, Arami focuses on the rainforest. Freshwater fish such as paiche and palometa are the menu’s stars, along with lagarto (yacare caiman), the product of a collaboration with Indigenous hunters.
Chef Marsia Taha’s guide to La Paz, Bolivia
For a traditional lunch, I love Phayawi, a restaurant in the southern zone that offers food according to its slogan “just like my grandma used to make it” in a well-illuminated space with an indoor market where you can also buy high-quality handmade Bolivian wares.
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