Eating in Ciudad Bolívar is a straightforward affair. Riverside places along the Paseo Orinoco do grilled freshwater fish (look for pavón — peacock bass — and lau-lau, a giant catfish), often served with arepas and yuca. Traditional Venezuelan stews like pisillo de chigüire (shredded capybara, a regional specialty) and carne en vara (skewered beef roasted over open fire) are common in the smaller comedores around the centre.
Prices and availability fluctuate with the broader economic situation; carry cash, and confirm with your accommodation which places are currently operating.