Cabos Restaurante del Puerto
Seafood by the port, right in front of the Real Felipe fortress.
- Address: Av. Jorge Chavez 120, Callao
- District: Callao (Callao Monumental)
- Cuisine: Seafood, Peruvian-Argentine
Part of the Callao Monumental gastronomic route, Cabos sits by the historic port with views toward the Real Felipe fortress and the marina from its dining room windows. The kitchen blends traditional Buenos Aires-style seasoning with Peruvian and international seafood cooking, working with the freshest catch from the port itself, alongside grilled meats and cuts for guests who prefer land over sea. It's rated the top restaurant in Callao on Tripadvisor and makes a natural lunch stop when combining a visit to the fortress with the Callao Monumental murals and galleries. It sits steps from Muelle Grau and the Naval Museum, right beside the Abtao submarine, and has its own private pier, where speedboats leave for the islands of Callao.
Why we chose it
- Rated #1 of restaurants in Callao on Tripadvisor (4.7/5) -- not just a novelty stop for the fortress visit.
- One of very few sit-down restaurants directly on the Callao Monumental route, with real harbor views rather than a photo-op facade.
- The Buenos Aires-Peruvian seasoning cross gives it a distinct angle other seafood houses in Lima don't offer.
Highlights
- Right in front of the Real Felipe fortress, steps from Muelle Grau and the Naval Museum
- Private pier with speedboat departures to the islands of Callao
- Buenos Aires seasoning meets Peruvian seafood
- Fresh, port-caught fish and shellfish
Ideal for
- pairing with a visit to the Real Felipe fortress or Callao Monumental
- a seafood lunch away from the Miraflores/Barranco circuit
Practical information
- Hours
- Roughly noon-6pm daily -- confirm current days/hours before planning, as some sources show limited weekly days
- Price
- $25-40 per person
- Reservations
- Recommended -- call or email reservas@cabosrestaurante.com
- Payment
- Major credit cards accepted
- Tips
- Pair lunch here with a walk through Callao Monumental's murals and the Real Felipe fortress, both a short walk away.
Frequently asked questions
Is Cabos good for a seafood lunch near the Real Felipe fortress?
Yes -- it's rated the top restaurant in Callao on Tripadvisor, sits right on the Callao Monumental route, and works well as a lunch stop before or after visiting the fortress.
What makes Cabos' menu different from other Lima seafood restaurants?
It blends traditional Buenos Aires-style seasoning with Peruvian seafood cooking, plus grilled meats and cuts for guests who want a non-seafood option.
Does Cabos have a harbor view?
Yes -- the dining room and private room look out over the Callao marina and boats, with the Real Felipe fortress visible nearby.