A little known fact about Belize’s San Ignacio Town: this eco-travel hub is also home to some amazingly good eats. Offering everything from fine dining to casual streetside snacks, San Ignacio is an underrated destination for food lovers. Those in the know, however, will be overjoyed to learn that there’s a new restaurant to consider. Obsidian Restaurant sits overlooking the heart of town, meaning that in addition to delicious flavors, patrons can also enjoy some spectacular views.
Good Eats and Great Views at Obsidian
The flagship restaurant of Falling Leaves Lodge, Obsidian Restaurant is open to the public for both breakfast and dinner. No matter your dining preferences, though, get to enjoy a wide range of delectable dishes, including some favorite Belizean classics. Sitting just twenty minutes away from the center of town, Obsidian is located atop Cahal Pech Hill. Thanks to this, guests can enjoy panoramic views of both the town and the hills beyond while sipping on a cocktail or biting into a crisp and fluffy fry jack.
Want to make a reservation? Contact [email protected] to learn more.
What’s In a Name
Wondering how this new San Ignacio restaurant got its name? Inspired by Belize’s Maya ancestry, Obsidian got its name from the fact that several pieces of the volcanic rock were found on the property of Falling Leaves Lodge.
While Belize has no volcanoes, obsidian was one of the many precious goods traded among cities in Mesoamerica alongside jade, cacao, flint, and others.
All photos courtesy of Falling Leaves Lodge
