What Food To Try in Belize City and Food Prices

Baleada - A thick flour tortilla filled with refried beans and cheese, often topped with scrambled eggs and spicy salsa. This is a popular breakfast choice among locals, typically enjoyed on busy mornings.

Garnaches - Crispy corn tortillas topped with beans and cheese, sometimes drizzled with a spicy sauce and served with coleslaw. A common street food option, garnaches are perfect for a quick snack while wandering the city streets.

Rice and Beans - Arroz y Frijoles - A staple dish featuring coconut milk rice paired with stewed black beans, often served with fried plantains. It's a mainstay for lunch or dinner, especially at family gatherings, where everyone digs in from a communal pot.

Conch Fritters - Pibil de Concha - These light, golden fritters are made from conch meat and seasoned with herbs, served with a tangy dipping sauce. Locals love them at seaside shacks during afternoon beach outings.

Salpicon - A refreshing beef salad mixed with diced vegetables and lime juice, often served cold. It's a surprising combo that locals enjoy for light lunches, especially when the weather is hot.

Sere - A hearty fish soup infused with coconut milk, vegetables, and spices, best enjoyed on Sundays with family. This local specialty is perfect for warming up after a rainy day.

Pico de Gallo - Fresh Salsa - This vibrant mixture of tomatoes, onions, and cilantro is used as a side dish or topping for many meals. A fun twist: locals often pile it onto anything, even rice and beans!

Seasonal Tamales - Wrapped in banana leaves and filled with masa and various ingredients, these traditional favorites can vary in filling depending on the season. Locals typically savor tamales during festive occasions.

Hot Chocolate - Chocolate Caliente (rich cocoa drink) - Creamy hot chocolate made with local cocoa, often sweetened with sugar and a hint of cinnamon. Enjoyed in the evening, especially after a long day exploring, locals often sip this while chatting on their porches.

Belikin Beer - Belikin (local lager) - A crisp, refreshing lager made from barley and hops, perfect for the warm Belizean climate. Typically served ice-cold, it's a favorite at social gatherings like beach barbecues or during the annual Carnival festivities (pair it with some chips for an easy snack!).

Fresh Coconut Water - Agua de Coco (refreshing drink) - Pure coconut water straight from the fruit, rich in electrolytes and incredibly hydrating. Commonly enjoyed by locals while lounging at the beach, it's especially popular during the sweltering summer months—just don’t forget to ask for a straw when ordering!

Coconut Tart - Tortas de Coco (flaky pastry) - A delicious, sweet pastry filled with grated coconut and sweetened with sugar and vanilla, baked to golden perfection. Often enjoyed as a midday snack or dessert during family gatherings, it’s best when fresh out of the oven (watch out for the occasional flaky fallout!).

Banana Split - Torta de Banana (chilled treat) - A tropical twist on the classic, featuring ripe bananas, local ice cream, and drizzled with homemade chocolate syrup. Perfect for cooling off on hot afternoons, you’ll find many kids and adults alike indulging in this sweet delight after school or on special occasions. By the way, it’s a crowd-pleaser at birthday parties too!