Fabiolita - Quito

The woman working the counter was very friendly and spoke English very well, though I was prepared to try my Spanish. She recommended that I try the seco de chivo (a lamb stew I was told, but I think it's actually goat). I'm glad I tried it, as well as their hot sauce which also had a really nice flavor and texture. The seco de chivo, a bottle of sparkling water and an espresso set me back $7.50. There might be cheaper options, but the food was good, the service was excellent, and the staff were attentive and friendly. Plus, it's right in La Plaza Grande so the opportunity to eat, relax, and people watch definitely made this place worth visiting in my opinion.

Our first day in Quito. The food was lovely the service was great. Thank you for letting us shelter until the thunderstorm passed. The Scots who visited in Oct.

Ham sandwich was great! Will go back and try the lamb stew. Fruit juices were delicious!

Super fast service even when the restaurant was packed. It’s a great spot to sit and enjoy people watching on the busy square. I really enjoyed my simple Sándwich de Pernil; super tasty! The Mote with crispy pork was some of the best I’ve had on my journey!

Great service, great food, and great beer! While the cafes on Plaza Grande look the same from the outside, Fabiolita really stands out once you try it. The Sanduce de Pernil is fantastic, along with the roasted pork lunch. They brew their own beer, which is some of the best I've had in Ecuador (and I tried a lot! . In addition, the service was super friendly and even gave some great recommendations for other parts of town. We can't wait to come back!