Somos Ecuador Restaurante, Quito, Ecuador

On Valentine’s Day, while traveling in Ecuador, my group stopped at Somos Ecuador Restaurant to enjoy the globally inspired cuisine of Chef Alejandra Espinoza.

After working in France with several Michelin-starred chefs, Chef Alejandra moved to Quito in 2018 with her husband, Signo Uddenberg, to establish SOMOS alongside her brother, Alonso Espinoza.

The restaurant features colorful murals by Ecuadorian artist Apitatan, with every detail carefully designed to foster an atmosphere that emphasizes “food, conversation and human connection.”

Her food is not only delicious but also beautifully presented and served.

Chef Alejandra Espinoza has recently opened a new location in Miami—Cotoa (address: 12475 NE 6th Ct, North Miami, FL 33161)—which I have added to my travel list to try during my next visit.

I highly recommend

Somos Ecuador Restaurante
Av. Eloy Alfaro N34-421
Quito 170504, Ecuador
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Somos Ecuador Restaurante, Quito, Ecuador