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Understanding local dining schedules can prevent one of the most common pitfalls tourists face. Shops typically open later (around 10:00 a.m.) and close for a long lunch break (from 2:00 p.m. to around 5:00 p.m.) before operating until 8:00 p.m. Most restaurants serve lunch around 2:00 and dinner not usually before 8:00 or 8:30 p.m. Learning these times not only aligns your meals with locals but allows you to enjoy a more authentic experience.