Glifos
Located inside the Hotel Marina, This restaurant offers some of the most complete cuisine in Copan Ruinas, the variety includes several old family recipes, as well as pepitos (open faced steak sandwich), plato tipico & sandwiches. Full bar. Moderately priced to expensive. Breakfast, lunch and dinner. Groups welcome.

Carnitas Nia Lola
The best typical restaurant in Copan Ruinas with a friendly atmosphere and delicious typical foods prepared on the open grill (fragua). House specialties include the famous shish kebab (pinchos), very tender grilled beef and "gringas" as well as a traditional local favorite of fondue style pots of beans and cheese. Open for breakfast, lunch and dinner from 7:00 a.m. till 10:00 p.m. daily. Their menu includes special plates that regular clients specially request and they have made available to all! Don't forget your camera, waitresses provide a great show by bringing your food on their heads! The second level offers a spectacular view over the Copan River Valley. Without a doubt one of your best options for eating out in Copan! Good music. Very reasonable prices. Book exchange. Credit cards accepted. Ask about their happy hour.

Casa Villamil
Located in a lovely building, one block north of Central Park, this deli restaurant offers gourmet coffee, fresh fruit smoothies and a variety of sweets. In addition, healthy breakfasts and daily specials are also available. Open daily from 6:00 a.m till 10:00 p.m. Bar service is also available. Make sure you venture up to the terrace offering great views of town. A great option for early breakfast or an early evening snack!

Pizza Copan
Open air, European Cafe style seating, serving some of the best pizza in town. Call ahead and place your order! Open daily for lunch and dinner. Without doubt very family oriented; they make it a point not to sell alcoholic beverages to those not eating here.

Restaurant Gran Guacamaya
Located at the Hacienda El Jaral Resort, just 12 km from Copan Ruinas. Under new management, offering typical Honduran dishes as well as international cuisine. Very affordable prices. Call for reservations at 979 7056. Pleasant setting at El Jaral with family atmosphere. Open daily for breakfast lunch and dinner.

Los Arcos
Located at the Hotel Plaza Copan, this restaurant has a definite European sidewalk cafe atmosphere, overlooking the central park of town. Open daily for breakfast, lunch and dinner, it offers a varied menu that includes sandwiches, pasta, beef and chicken dishes, and more. A full bar service is available. Prices are very reasonable.

Via Via Cafe
A European style establishment that offers a nice combination of bar, restaurant and small hotel. It is actually part of a Belgium franchise that has establishments in Europe, Indonesia and Africa, this one being the first in America. A true gathering place for travelers looking to meet each other, obtain travel information and speak their native language. Dutch, German, French, English and Spanish are spoken here. Daily specials always include vegetarian options. Full Bar service. Open daily for breakfast from 7:00 a.m, closes at 9:00 p.m. Some of the best soft music to be heard in Copan can be listened to at this establishment. It is also an outstanding spot to meet travelers and get tourist information. Dorm rooms are available here.

Pollo Lucas
Totally redone and upgraded, this establishment is located at the Hedman Alas Bus Terminal. The only southern style fried chicken and B.B.Q. roasted chicken in Copan! – "Finger licking good". Great prices. Carry out is also an option for a special picnicking at the Copan Ruins. Open daily from 10:00 a.m. till 6:00 p.m.

El Meson del Caminante
Located one block south of Central Park, just past Hondutel's local office. A very pleasant rural atmosphere during the day and a nice romantic feeling in the evenings with candle lit tables. Open daily from 10:00 am till 9 p.m. Outstanding service, good typical Honduran food at affordable prices and family style atmosphere.

Twisted Tanya
One of the well established restaurants in town, Twisted Tanya's is a combination of great bar and elegant restaurant. It's a lovely setting on the second floor terrace with a modern, trendy atmosphere. Open from Monday through Saturday from 2 until 10. The bar serves any cocktail you can dream of from margaritas to mojitos, and also carries a fine assortment of wine and beer. Dinner is a selection of gourmet dishes specializing in beef, chicken, fish, seafood, curries and pastas, all prepared fresh to order with the finest ingredients. Vegetarian options are available. Fresh homemade breads, soups, cakes, and desserts complement your meal, and are also served at Tanya's bar around the corner, Xibalba (pronounced She-bal-ba). Tanya, being an ex backpacker herself, offers a fantastic backpackers special from 4 until 6. Nothing changes only the price of this 3 course meal costing a mere $6 with gourmet soups, pastas and desserts. Happy hour from 4-6 offers 2 for 1 cocktails. Reservations are recommended for dinner. This is probably the best spot for tourist information regarding the Bay Islands, La Ceiba, and other locations around Honduras. Tanya will personally help you with info and making reservations for your trip to the north coast of Honduras. She is very knowledgeable as she lived several years in West End Roatan, as well as Copan Ruinas. Her tourist information office "Copan Connections" is conveniently located downstairs. 651-4182. www.twistedtanya.com

Don Udo's
A branch of the famous Don Udo's Restaurant from San Pedro Sula. Run by a Dutch - Honduran couple, this promises to become a very popular spot. International cuisine for dinner, typical Honduran light food for lunch and full breakfast options, in addition to the full service bar. Setting is a very quaint courtside restaurant with a second floor terrace. Open daily for breakfast, lunch and dinner. They also have a very nice small hotel adjacent to the restaurant.

Picame
A new, very pleasant and hygienic establishment located on the main entrance to Copan, only a block and a half past the small bridge at the entrance to town, across the street from the Hotel Paty. By far the best baleadas in town, huge in size and taste! Rotisserie chicken, stir fried rice with lots of veggie options, and the best burgers in town. Natural juices and a variety of fresh vegetables to top your baguette sandwich. Open daily for breakfast, lunch and dinner.

El Grill
A new establishment featuring grilled dishes, located at the entrance to town, across the corner from the Hotel Acropolis Maya. Open daily for lunch and dinner, with a pleasant open air setting. Very popular with the locals. Also full bar service. Prices are very affordable.

The Coffee Casita
Located at the Macaw Mountain Bird Park and Nature Reserve, this establishment offers some of the best brews of Copan's high mountain grown coffee in a very pleasant outdoor setting on a deck looking over a crystal clear creek and under towering trees. The local Miramundo Coffee is actually roasted and ground on premises, offering you the double treat of tasting freshly brewed coffee and the actual experience of seeing it roasted and ground during the harvesting season. Great pastries are available to accompany your coffee!

Blue Morpho Restaurant
Located at the unique Macaw Mountain Bird Park and Nature Reserve, this informal restaurant offers some of the best burgers and hot dogs in town, all in a lovely setting amidst a working coffee finca and on a bridge over a crystal clear mountain creek. Open daily from 9:00 a.m to 5:00 p.m, this restaurant also offers a seafood selection imported directly from the Bay Islands as well as a plate of the day. A perfect option for those smart travelers who visit Copan's new five star attraction: Macaw Mountain! Soft drinks and beer are available at the restaurant. The fresh natural pool in the creek offers a perfect setting to refresh yourself from the hot days in summer, so make sure you bring your bathing suit when visiting the park!

Restaurant Las Ruinas
Located at the prestigious Posada Real de Copan, offers an international menu with full bar service. The well decorated restaurant offers beautiful views of the Copan Valley. Good food and service.

Elisa's Cafeteria
Located at the Camino Maya Hotel, this restaurant offers light foods, sandwiches, salads and typical Honduran dishes, all in a comfortable informal cafeteria style setting. Service is available from 6:30 a.m. through 10:00 p.m. daily. A great buffet breakfast is available on Saturday and Sunday as of 6:30 a.m. offering fresh orange juice, Copan grown coffee and the regular full trimmings for breakfast.

Cafeteria Rosalila
A very hygienic, buffet style establishment located at the visitors center of the Ruins. Daily specials with buffet food as well as sandwiches and burgers. Soft drinks, beer and frescos. Probably your best option for lunch if you plan on visiting the ruins and the museum on the same day. Also a good option for breakfast. Open daily from 7:30 a.m. till 4:00 p.m.

Cafe Restaurant Vamos a Ver
An interesting combination of a European Cafe-Bar restaurant, this pleasant hang out is owned and run by a Dutch couple and features fresh home made baked bread daily, Dutch cheese, great sandwiches and strong European style coffee. Daily specials include a veggie plate or a regular meal with meat. Recently remodeled. Open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Nightly special Gringo Bonfire to cook your marshmallows! In addition Friday and Saturday night outstanding BBQ for dinner. Also a good spot where to book tours and get info on the Copan surrounding areas.

Pizzeria Italia
A new establishment located right across the street from The Hotel Los Gemelos. Nice atmosphere, typical setting with a pleasant open air terrace, offering the famous pizza they have served for over 30 years in San Pedro Sula. Open Tuesday to Sunday form lunch and dinner from 10:30 a.m till 9:30 p.m.

Licuados Express
Licuado Bar/Coffee Shop. Has lassies, fruit shakes and licuados made with water, milk or yogurt. Gourmet flavors include mocaccino, cappuccino and chocobanano, all in a 22 oz cup to stay or go. Breads, giant oatmeal of peanut butter cookies, chocolate rum brownies, homemade bagels, daily specials and coffee, tea and hot chocolate. Box breakfasts and lunches catered for groups. Located one block south of Banco de Occidente. A great option for an early morning coffee or a midday refreshing fresh fruit smoothie! Great source of local info. Opens daily at 6:00 a.m.

Yaragua
Located at the Hotel Yaragua, on the corner of Central Park, this new establishment offers a good option for those looking for an early morning breakfast by 6:00 a.m. Open daily from 6:00 a.m. till 10:00 p.m. Menu includes soups, typical Honduran food and even a surf and turf! Very attractive pricing. Also offers a full international bar service.

La Casa de Todo
A restaurant with a beautiful garden and open patio setting featuring breakfasts, lunches and light diners. Its specialties are home made yogurt, warm home made breads and an assortment of pasta and salad dishes featuring their original home made dressings. Stop by for great fresh fruit smoothies, slushes and to top it all, enjoy the family brew (coffee) home roasted to perfection. Open daily from 7 a.m. to 9 p.m. For group sittings, please call 24 hours in advance at 651-4689. Also on premises an interesting combination that includes a nice souvenir shop and the most complete book exchange in town!

Pub Xibalba
(Pronounced She-bal-ba and meaning the Mayan underworld) Located at the Camino Maya hotel, almost on the corner of central park, this brilliant little pub offers a complete selection of national and international cocktails, liquors, and beers, as well as a fantastic coffee selection (due to the exotic Italian cappuccino machine). Opening at 6 a.m. for the "full Monty" breakfast, which would be a full out English breakfast, and also serving cereals, fresh fruits, and fresh squeezed juices. Enjoy satellite television for up to date news and sports, as well as satellite radio for the morning gossip. International calls all day from early morning to late night. Happy hour is 3 to 5, serving 2 for 1 cocktails. Nightly specials. Extensive appetizers including spicy chicken curry and vegetarian plates. Afternoon coffees and fresh desserts. Tanya (the twisted sister herself) and husband Garnel (Roatan New Yorker) are also a great source of information on traveling through Honduras and the Bay islands. Their tourist information office Copan Connections is located downstairs from Twisted Tanya's restaurant.

Siglos Bar
A new restaurant located just across the street from the Llama del Bosque offers a variety of grilled dishes as well as typical Honduran cuisine. A nice setting with tropical gardens in the back offers a pleasant atmosphere. Open daily from 10:00 a.m. till midnight, sometimes later. Full international bar with a good selection of wines is available. The front area also offers a nice selection of coffees and sweets.

El Sesteo
Specialty in carne asada, (broiled meat) Plate of day. Breakfast, lunch and dinner. Pizza, tacos, snacks, chicken plates. Beers and soft drinks. Inexpensive.

Licuados Juda
Specializing in fresh fruit smoothies! An extensive selection of tropical fruit shakes. Open daily from 9:00 a.m. till 9:00 p.m. Very hygienic setting with personal attention by Dona Berta the owner. Located one block south of the Copan museum.

Churasqueria Momo's
A new, pleasant and economical restaurant located one block south of Central Park, serving very good charcoal grilled meats and "pinchos" at very affordable prices. Open daily from 9:00 a.m. till 10:00 p.m. Beers and bottled soft drinks. Very popular with the local population.

Las Tejitas
A quaint, typical Honduran restaurant with comida corriente as well as some more elaborate meals. Located just off the street, through a well-marked sign just past Mancha-me Art Gallery. Fresh fruit frescos, soft drinks, beer and full bar service. Very affordable prices.

El Jardin
A restaurant with a specialty of fried fish. Garden atmosphere. Open daily from 7:00 a.m. till 10:00 p.m., except Saturday, when open until midnight. Beer and soft drinks. Affordable prices.

Cafe Cashapa
Located one block from central park, this new cafe offers typical Honduran cuisine with a different main course every day. Open for breakfast, lunch and dinner from 7 :00 a.m. till 8:30 p.m. Frescos and beer.

Centro de Recreacion Camino Maya
This interesting, multi faceted establishment offers something for each member of the family. A nice, large pool on site which is open to the public for a $2.00 USA dollar fee for adults and a little less for children. Their restaurant, open daily for breakfast, lunch and dinner offers a wide variety of options, specializing in the best seafood plates you will find in Copan Ruinas. A full international bar service is also available. Open daily from 6:00 a.m. until 10:00 p.m. The first Karaoke bar in town is operating here, providing one of the best entertainment spots in town all week long! On weekends, La Caverna disco is the most popular party spot in town, with music playing till 2:00 a.m and offering restaurant service until that time, making this establishment the best after hour's option on weekends. Meeting facilities are also available. Setting includes a nice creek side walk under large trees that provide a nice fresh spot for an afternoon retreat and a splendid hammock corner for those looking for a spot to take a typical Central American siesta or simply relax and enjoy reading your book!