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Three Peruvian Restaurants Stand Out in the World's 50 Best List

At The 50 Best 2026 event, several Peruvian restaurants were recognized for their culinary innovation and diversity.

5 November 2026Tagblick Newsdesk

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Chefs from various parts of the world gathered in Lima for the annual event The 50 Best 2026, which revealed the list of the best restaurants globally. This eagerly awaited event in the culinary community showcases the diversity and creativity in global cuisine.

Three restaurants from Lima stood out on the list: Kjolle, Mérito, and Mayta. Kjolle, led by chef Pía León, secured a spot among the seven best restaurants in the world, rising from its ninth place in 2025.

The restaurant Mérito, headed by Juan Luis Martínez, claimed the 13th spot, demonstrating a remarkable improvement from the 26th position it achieved the previous year. Meanwhile, Mayta, run by Jaime Pesaque, positioned itself among the 45 best in the world, recognized for its culinary proposal utilizing ingredients from the Amazon's biodiversity.

In addition to the Peruvian restaurants, the event highlighted Quintonil from Mexico, which stood out as the best restaurant in Latin America by reaching the fourth spot globally. This restaurant, led by Jorge Vallejo and Alejandra Flores, leads the Latin American representation on the list.

The ranking was topped by Asador Etxebarri, followed by Gaggan and Alchemist. This event celebrated not only the restaurants but also the culinary innovations from various countries, maintaining a focus on international haute cuisine.

The recognition for these Peruvian restaurants marks a highlight for the country's gastronomy, showcasing its innovation and the quality of its proposals on the global stage.

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