The Latin America For Less Quality Control Team’s Top Pick for August: Picas Bar in Lima
Picas Bar, Lima, Peru
Located underneath the famous limeño landmark “Puente de los Suspiros” (Bridge of Sighs) is the new happening Lima haunt, Picas Bar. The entrance greets us with an illuminated door that reflects the venue’s brightly-lit interiors. Once inside, it is easy to see why this bar has become one of the most visited in town. Not only does it have a distinctly hip and interesting vibe, but the views from here are spectacular with the bar facing the Barranco slope that leads towards the sea. If you happen to visit Lima during the placid summer days on your Peru vacation, you might want to enjoy your drinks in the terrace where you have a perfect view of the colonial churches around Barranco and of course the famous bridge that makes this area one of the most popular with young lovers and romantics.
Regarding food and drink, Picas bar offers a wide selection of Peruvian appetizers and snacks that make for a perfect accompaniment to your drink. As for drinks, Picas has a cocktail selection that any modern bar can boast about. However, out of personal experience, I can say that Picas offers an awesome and very Peruvian Pisco sour in its different varieties. You might also want to try the mean Kir Royale that the staff at this bar has concocted. So, if you’re looking for a nice place to have a drink in the heart of bohemian Barranco, escape from your Peru hotel and visit Picas, the place to be.
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