Achiote
Discover refined Ecuadorian cuisine at Achiote in Quito. Enjoy a 4.6-star dining experience with delicious traditional dishes and excellent service. Book your table!
About Achiote
This charming restaurant in Quito offers a truly memorable dining experience, consistently earning a strong 4.6 out of 5 stars from its patrons. Diners frequently highlight the phenomenal food and attentive service, noting how staff gracefully guide them through the menu and describe each dish. It's a place where traditional Ecuadorian flavors are presented with refinement and clean, rich tastes, with even adventurous options like cuy available. The comfortable interior, coupled with the delicious and well-prepared food, makes it a standout choice for those looking to sample authentic local cuisine. With vegetarian and gluten-free options clearly marked, it caters to a variety of preferences, all within a $$ price range.
Restaurant Analysis
Restaurant Characteristics
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Price Range (Moderate)
Moderate pricing ($$) - Mid-range restaurants with good value
Meal Time (dinner)
This restaurant primarily serves dinner. Based on opening hours.
Group Size (Groups Welcome)
Welcomes large groups and families. Great for group dining.
Atmosphere (Casual)
Relaxed and laid-back atmosphere
Dining Style (Flexible)
Flexible options. Reservations available but not required.
Features & Amenities
This restaurant offers: Cocktails, Beer, Wine, Coffee, Family Friendly, Dog Friendly, Groups Welcome, Reservations
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Why Travelers Love Achiote
Sourced from recent guest feedback and verified reviews.
What a gem! The food and service was phenomenal. Veronica answered all of our questions when we ordered and when the food came out, she described the dishes we had ordered. Delicious traditional Ecuadorian dishes, including cuy! Gluten free and vegetarian options easily labeled on the menu. Comfortable interior, delicious food, and wonderful service. What else do you need? The food here is refined Ecuador dishes with clean and rich flavors. Give it a try. You will enjoy it! Absolutely incredible experience! The food was the best I've had in Ecuador so far. A special thank you to the waiter, Veronica, who was fantastic. Her recommendations were perfect and she explained everything with such great detail. Five stars! Highly recommend!
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Recent Reviews
Shelly
October 7, 2025
What a gem! The food and service was phenomenal. Veronica answered all of our questions when we ordered and when the food came out, she described the dishes we had ordered. Delicious traditional Ecuadorian dishes, including cuy! Gluten free and vegetarian options easily labeled on the menu.
Justin C.
November 15, 2025
Comfortable interior, delicious food, and wonderful service. What else do you need? The food here is refined Ecuador dishes with clean and rich flavors. Give it a try. You will enjoy it!
Feodor B.
September 7, 2025
Absolutely incredible experience! The food was the best I've had in Ecuador so far. A special thank you to the waiter, Veronica, who was fantastic. Her recommendations were perfect and she explained everything with such great detail. Five stars! Highly recommend!
Timothy N.
October 4, 2025
Achiote was such an incredible experience for my coworker and I who were in Ecuador for a work trip. We wanted authentic Ecuadorian cuisine and this is truly the place. It’s family run, and is also their family home that they turned into a stunning restaurant. Andres is the chef, and he personally came out to speak with us about the food we ordered. Cannot recommend this place enough!
Q N.
October 13, 2025
This is not an inexpensive restaurant on any standard. However, food was good. Wine is also good but was very expensive considering being in Quito. Service was great.
What to Expect
Features and amenities that make Achiote special
Cocktails
Beer
Wine
Coffee
Family Friendly
Dog Friendly
Groups Welcome
Reservations
Practical Information
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Payment Options
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