Founded in 1984 in Antigua Guatemala by Monika Grave (from Germany) .

Welten Restaurant was founded in 1984 in Antigua Guatemala, fulfilling the long term dream of Monika Grave, a German architect with a passion for food who had fallen in love at first sight with Guatemala.

Traditionally in Antigua at this time, businesses and other establishments were endowed with the Spanish, family names of their proprietors. Monika in turn gave her restaurant her grandmother’s surname; “Welten” (also meaning ‘worlds’ in German) thereby both keeping with this tradition and simultaneously alluding to the “international” character of her restaurant’s cuisine.

Since then, Welten has earned an excellent reputation here in Antigua Guatemala; not only for our famous dishes, but also the personal attention with which they are served, and magical ambience of the restaurant.

Following the success of the November 2003 Jazz Festival in Antigua, Welten shall once again be presenting live music! For more information, please visit LIVE MUSIC section of our web site.

Welten Restaurant in Antigua Guatemala has earned a special place in the memories of countless customers.

Take for example the tale of the young man, who presented his girlfriend with an orchid, and she, blushingly, glimpsed an engagement ring delicately hidden amongst the petals. Or the story of a young boy who took an accidental dip in the pool during his father's party.

There are so many other tales; - of toasts, reunions and celebrations and we invite you to come and create some of our own memories in one of the most authentic corners of Antigua.