Welcome to La Mecha Ristorante

“ The pizza is really good, I was a bit shocked at how light and airy it was. I'll be honest I did not have high expectations but was very happy with the food. After days of eating authentic food, I needed a taste of home. ”

“ The restaurant has a lot of potential, with all of its pros: * pizza and gnocchi were done and served crazy fast * the waiter was attentive and pleasant * the pizza is slim but the dough does not get soggy * the wine is good * the spicy oil is great However, despite the considerably high prices, it does not completely satisfy our pretentious European expectations, because: * Although the pizza was quattro formaggi, it looked more like a Margherita * The tomato sauce does not have the flavour that the Italian pizzas typically have, it's a bit bland (although the typical cheese flavours were there) * The gnocchi texture was a bit off, a bit too soft and sticky * The complementary focaccia is a nice touch, but the food comes so fast that you get the focaccia after the food, so it becomes redundant and a waste These are minor details but that is what I expect when I pay the premium price. It's worth giving a try! A lot of people seem to enjoy it. ”

“ Excellent Italian food at a reasonable price. Its off main street down a dirt road with a sign that identifies it a Gourmet Avenue. Rustic buildings on the road that add ambiance to the view. ”

“ Great food. Must stop for the gnocchi au gratin! Excellent. ”

“ Thin crust pizza baked inside a brick oven with fresh local ingredients. The rest of the menu is also great! Best pizza in town, you won't regret it. ”

“ This family owned Italian restaurant makes the best pasta we’ve enjoyed on almost a year and a half of Latin American travel. We’ve eaten here two nights in a row, and are aiming to make tonight our third visit. The pastas are delicate and tender and the sauces are loaded with rich, balanced flavor. We’ve tried almost all the pasta dishes and a pizza and all were spectacular. In Italian fashion, the Ecuadorian cook/owner, Meche, who’s name is not related to the restaurant name, came out and talked with us after our meal. One of her two sons, is studying gastronomy in Spain, but is back for the summer to cook at the restaurant, which is very cool. The pasta dishes are mostly $10.50 and pizzas range from $12 to &18. Well worth it! ”

“ great food. great service. lovely atmosphere. we got the pesto pizza and added smoked salami and it was amazing. best pizza i’ve had in ecuador. so good that we came two nights in a row. mary our server was a delight and very friendly and attentive. we loved sitting on the comfy couches outside with a view of the street. la mecha is one of my favorite places in mindo! ”