Magaly Heredia (Mercado Nro 1 de Surquillo)
Surquillo
4.8 / 5
The absolute gold standard in Lima. The texture is perfectly viscous without being gummy, and the spice balance is masterfully executed.
Local LegendHidden GemAuthenticBudget-Friendly
Dulcería La Ollita
Jesús María
4.6 / 5
A temple for traditional Limeñan sweets. Their mazamorra is consistently warm, thick, and loaded with generous portions of dried apricots and prunes.
ClassicLocal LegendTraditionalMust-Visit
Antigua Taberna Queirolo
Pueblo Libre
4.5 / 5
While famous for their pisco and sandwiches, their mazamorra is a sleeper hit. Eating it in this 1880s tavern is a spiritual experience.
HistoricClassicInstagrammableAtmospheric
El Puntito Dulce
Jesús María
4.7 / 5
They use a specific variety of dried purple corn from Cajamarca that gives the pudding an incredible depth of color and a natural sweetness.
Hidden GemArtisanalLocal Favorite