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Cafe Mosaico
Itchimbia Cuisines: European, GreekAbout
Set in an old house high up on a hill overlooking Old Town, Mosaico is run by an Ecuadorean-Greek-American family. The view is beyond belief -- the entire city stretched at your feet. Settle at your beautiful table inlaid with hand-painted mosaic tiles, and take in the view. Many people come here only for cocktails or dessert and coffee, but the food is surprisingly good. The Greek moussaka is delicious, as is the souvlaki. The vegetarian lasagna is divine, and there's a good selection of delicious sandwiches, including a turkey club. Reservations are not accepted, and this place fills up fast; be prepared to wait for a table. The best time to come here is late afternoon during the week, before the after-work crowd arrives. That way you'll score a table fast, get to see the place during the day, and also take in the incredible view as the city lights up after dark. The restaurant offers free Wi-Fi and a large telescope for stargazing at night and downtown spying during the day. A taxi here should cost under $5 (£3.35) -- just tell the driver to take you to Itchimbía.
