Boardwalk Eats and Daily Life
If you’re picturing life in Bahía de Caráquez, these are two must-try spots right on the boardwalk that really capture what day-to-day living here feels like. Luisito Resto Bar and El Paseo Espresso Bar both offer great locations, relaxed atmosphere, and some of the best people-watching in town—all with the beach and river as your backdrop.
Luisito Resto Bar
Luisito Resto Bar gets lively on weekends, especially for lunch and dinner, and it’s an easy place to settle in and watch the town go by. The prices are hard to beat: $3.50 lunch specials that include soup, and $4.50 dinner specials that feel like a steal for the location. It’s also right next to the observation tower overlooking the Río Chone and the beach, which makes it a perfect stop before or after a walk along the malecón.
El Paseo Espresso Bar
Just a short walk away is El Paseo Espresso Bar, ideal for an evening coffee while the sun drops and the boardwalk comes alive. You’ll see people jogging the path, couples out for a stroll, and neighbors walking their dogs as the breeze comes off the water. It’s calm, social, and easy—exactly the kind of scene that makes Bahía feel less like a vacation spot and more like a place you’d actually want to call home. And the best part? You can enjoy all of it without breaking the bank.
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Last modified: January 29, 2026
