Named after the eight authorized aromatic and non-aromatic pisco grape varieties (*ocho cepas pisqueras*), 8 Cepas is an upscale culinary destination located on Avenida Los Maestros in central Ica. Featuring a contemporary air-conditioned dining room, an outdoor garden terrace, and a dedicated pisco mixology bar, the restaurant elevates regional Iqueño ingredients through modern culinary craft: prime beef *Lomo Saltado al Pisco Quebranta*, fresh Paracas Bay sea bass ceviche, duck in loche squash reduction, and curated pisco pairings.
Prime Beef Lomo Saltado Flambéed with Pisco Quebranta and Hand-Cut Fries
Tender strips of beef tenderloin seared in a blazing wok and flambéed with local Pisco Quebranta, tossed with red onions, ripe tomatoes, aji amarillo, and cilantro, served with hand-cut crispy fries and steamed rice.
48–68 PEN · Halal
Famous Food, Drinks & Activities
Pisco-flambéed lomo saltado and cocktails at 8 Cepas.
Famous Food: The Lomo Saltado flambéed with Pisco Quebranta and the Paracas corvina ceviche
Famous Drinks: The 8 Cepas Pisco Sour flight showcasing different grape varietals
Must-Try Experience: Sampling a guided tasting of the eight distinct pisco grape varieties led by the house sommelier
Getting There
Located on Av. Los Maestros D-1 in El Médano; on-site parking.
Taxi / parking on site · 5 min from Plaza de Armas
Tacama Vineyard & Hacienda Tour → Gourmet Dinner at 8 Cepas
15:00: Tour South America's oldest vineyard at Hacienda Tacama and view the equestrian Paso horse show → 19:30: Head to 8 Cepas for a refined pisco-flambéed lomo saltado dinner
Best contemporary dinner venue in Ica city.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the 8 pisco grape varieties?
The 8 official grapes are Quebranta, Negra Criolla, Mollar, Uvina (non-aromatic) and Italia, Moscatel, Torontel, Albilla (aromatic).
Is it open daily?
Yes, open 7 days a week from 12:00 PM to 23:00 (weekends until 23:30, Sundays until 22:00).
What payments are accepted?
Peruvian Soles (PEN), US Dollars (USD), and major credit cards.
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