This little sleeper of a restaurant is not about trendiness, thankfully. Instead, Las Canteras introduces diners to the delights of Peruvian culture in the form of food, drinks, and atmosphere. Chef/co-owner Eddy Ancasi is from southern Peru and has decorated his intimate dining room and downstairs bar with photographs of scenes from modern Peru and with colorful handcrafts of local Peruvian artisans. His menu spans both traditional and contemporary Peruvian cuisine, but I’d recommend you go the traditional route: a pisco sour cocktail to start, followed by cebiche (fresh white fish marinated in citrus, and garnished with sweet potatoes, roasted corn, and red onions) and lomo saltado (morsels of beef wok-fried in soy sauce and served with garlic rice and French fries). Try happy hour Tuesday through Friday 5 to 7:30pm or the three-course $24 early-bird special Tuesday through Thursday 5 to 7pm for best value.
Washington, D.C.› Restaurant
Las Canteras
2307 18th St. NW (at Kalorama Rd.)
Our Rating
Neighborhood
Adams Morgan
Hours
Tues–Thurs 5–10pm; Fri 5–11pm; Sat–noon–11pm; Sun noon–10pm
Transportation
Metro: Woodley Park–Zoo, with a walk, or take the DC Circulator
Phone
202/265-1780
Prices
Main courses $12–$26
Cuisine Type
Latin American/Peruvian
Web site
Las Canteras
Other
Reservations accepted

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2307 18th St. NW Washington, D.C.Note: This information was accurate when it was published, but can change without notice. Please be sure to confirm all rates and details directly with the companies in question before planning your trip.