Chicha Peruvian Kitchen Midtown

Excellent Christmas meal!! We ordered so many different dishes: ceviche, appetizer and stew samplers. All were fabulous. The three ceviches were distinct and ample servings. The 3 stews were enough for three people to share. Plus we had the pork belly appetizer, and two main dishes: mahi mahi and pescado a lo macho. It was a great idea to have beer flights with this. I wish they had at least one dark beer selection. You can also order mimosa flights, but we didn’t try that. Flan was perfect, just lightly sweet and not overwhelming. Our server was so patient and definitely provided a memorable night. He explained everything so well and kept us happy. Nice atmosphere. Hope we can return.

Had such a great experience at Chicha! The ambiance was amazing warm and inviting. The food was absolutely delicious and beautifully presented… you can really taste the care and authenticity in every dish. Our waitress was so kind and attentive, making the experience even better and gave me dish recommendations. Everything from start to finish felt thoughtful and well done!!!! I’d definitely come back again highly recommend for anyone looking to try great Peruvian food !

I recently tried Chicha, a Peruvian restaurant in Sacramento, and it was a great experience! We ordered a spread that included the Chicha Platter, Ceviche Platter, Seafood Paella, Pescado a la Macho and their special for the day. Each dish was bursting with flavor, and the quality was top-notch. The Pescado a la Macho was a standout favorite, with its rich, savory sauce perfectly complementing the tender fish. Omg soooo good!! The service was grear, with friendly and attentive staff ensuring our dining experience was enjoyable from start to finish.

Selected this restaurant randomly as we never had Peruvian dish before Very amazed with the flavor! Christina explained the menu thoroughly and recommended some that we picked in the end Pork belly appetizer Peruvian Paella and Chicken (very unique)

The atmosphere was good. (Temperature was a bit too cold). We were the first customer and there were no one else from the customer but it took a long time for foods to come. They gave me the wrong dish so they had to cook again. They offered a drink while we wait and the drink ended up being charged. lol Main dish tasted both good. The seafood dish needed to have more sauce though. The dessert flan wasn't smooth texture at all so I don't know if that's the Peruvian style or they failed to bake. It didn't taste as good as I expected. Overall, I felt it was overpriced.

Nice little place. Food good depending on what u like and what you are in the mood for. Little pricey too. Nice for a change of food and routine. Great customer service!

Liam, our server was extremely attentive and a great host. Felt like we were right at home! Drinks and food were perfect. Excited to come back next time to, Jesus let us know they will be adding some new dishes to the menu! We will definitely back!

Walked in and the atmosphere was warm and inviting. It was moderately busy and noise level was good. Service was great. The food and presentation was even better. I'll be visiting again soon!

This was the best Peruvian restaurant! People were very kind and attentive. Would recommend!

Peruvian food is always a fun experience. Food feels familiar but seasoned and cooked differently than you may be used to with other Latin cuisines. Chicha morada: A Purple corn, pineapple and spices. This is a very sweet and refreshing drink. I was amazed how good it tasted but I will definitely come back JUST for this non alcoholic beverage! Lomo Saltado: B Stir fried fillet with peppers, french fries, tomatoes, onions, topped with an egg and a side of rice. The sauce has a soy sauce blend and is a signature of Peruvian cuisine. Lots of outdoor seating so I was able to bring the pup.

A lovely addition to the Sacramento Midtown area with great food and drinks. We ordered the ceviche trio (which can't be customized), with a side of chips. It was a lot of food for the price, and we didnt get to finish it all so we had it for the next day. I also ordered the lomo saltado, and while I understand it needs to be salty, I felt the salt overpowered the dish. I'd probably order something else next time to expand my options. They do have happy hour prices, which is nice for after work or early dinner outing. We didn't get any, but the sangria was very good and strong so you get your monies worth.

Had a really good time here. I think I'll definitely come back when they have the buffet option; we came when it wasn't that, and it sounds like it'd be a good time. We had the ceviche trio sampler, and that was good. I really enjoyed the sweet potato and big chunks of fish especially. I would go again here when in a hankering for Peruvian ceviche. I really liked all three that were part of the trio. We also got it with chips, and those chips were good. They served as a really good contrast with the ceviche. We also got the Lomo soltado and pollo pachamanquero. Both were good, and enjoyable. The Lomo soltado was a bit salty, which wasn't a surprise, but just a note for those who may be sensitive to it. Reading the description, it wasn't a surprise, but a very good show of the Asian immigration that occurred in Peru. I enjoyed the meal, and would like to try the buffet next

We went there Saturday for lunch. The service was really bad. It took them 30 to 40 minutes to get our food. We were patient , was hard. The paella was excellent will definitely order again . Seco de Res-we're supposed to be a beef stew. It wasn't soft and hard to chew . Hardly any cilantro . I'll pass on it. I'll stick to the Roseville restaurant they got better food choices, and the service is way better. They need more people working there.

Great Peruvian food! Met some friends for dinner on Monday night- - we had the place to ourselves for the first hour, and we were early enough to catch wine and mimosas for happy hour! The staff were warm, friendly, and made great recommendations. We enjoyed the pork belly and Mahi Mahi dishes. The flavors are familiar and delicious. Check it out!

Absolutely loved the place. The decor service food everything on point! Definitely recommend

Great Peruvian spot in Midtown! They also offer buffet on Weekends, not sure Sat or Sun. The service was great, friendly and willing to help. The restaurant has great decor authentic to Peruvian roots. Ceviche is nice and refreshing.

I attended Chicha's for an office holiday lunch and they did not disappoint. There were about 50 of us in attendance and the servers provided exceptional service. They were very attentive and made sure everything was to our needs. I got the pollo saltado and sangria and both were phenomenal. The food tasted very fresh and flavorful. The flavors of the meal complimented each other well. The presentation of the food and drink was a nice touch. The inside of the restaurant had cute decorations and it felt very welcoming. I would come here again for sure!

Really yummy spot! I've never had Peruvian food before and these flavors were delicious and unique. They had live music also and the gentleman was very talented. The service was very friendly and attentive as well. Definitely recommend this restaurant to try some unique cultural dishes. It is on the pricey side but worth it for a night out.

Nice restaurant with superb service and delicious food! You just need to try this place. So far the only Peruvian food place I have found in Fresno and it's delicious! They gave outdoor seating and a cozy inside area with nice music. Easy to maintain a conversation without yelling across the table. Prices are ok. Their lunch menu is very affordable and the portions are reasonable. Definitely try the taste of Peru and get the ceviche, lomo saltado and of course you have to try their chicha morada! Definitely coming back again and again!

The food was delicious, the service was great (thank you, Jesus) and the ambience was cool. We had the arroz con mariscos, lomo Salvador a la Antigua, and the churros. We'll definitely come back to try more dishes.

The food was amazing. You gotta try this place Nia Was our server she was very pleasant. You gotta try this place some food

Stopped in for a late afternoon lunch. Only people in and had great service. Supposedly wife of Chef cooked for us..it was MAGIC. Peruvian flavors and combinations have me counting the days until I can get back. We split plates of ceviche, pork belly, empanadas and a tamal! The brunch menu on Sundays looked legit but our server said the buffet is quite popular. If it is anything like our lunch, I can only imagine how good it must be!

I discovered Chica Peruvian Kitchen through the Explore Midtown Pass, and I had high hopes but left feeling let down. When I arrived, I was impressed with how beautiful the inside of the restaurant is; however, the ambiance felt off. There was an obnoxious customer playing guitar and singing so loud in a booth that it was impossible to have a conversation across the table from my partner. I understand hosting live music, but this felt quite disruptive, especially when you can't move away from it. Even though there were only a couple tables seated, service was extremely slow. We had to ask for water several times, and it felt like wait staff were inattentive. Fortunately, our meal came out quickly, but my partner and I had mixed reviews. We ordered the yucas and plantanos fritos, which we both enjoyed. For dinner, I ordered the Mahi-Mahi Costero and he ordered a chicken dish. The Mahi-Mahi was definitely the better of the two, and the warm aji amarillo ceviche sauce was a standout. Overall, the food was decent but the experience itself was less than that.

Oh my goodness. I can't even put into words how delicious this food was. We were sat promptly. Our drink order was taken and delivered quickly. When we ordered, I got the fettuccine primavera and i absolutely loved it. I had a mango cider to drink. Originally the cider I ordered was out, so the waitress offered the mango and it was a delicious trade! The ambiance was great. It's a very nice restaurant. It is a little pricey, but I genuinely think the food is worth its price. I will absolutely be coming back here!

This was my second time coming to Chicha, first for Brunch. They have so many wonderful options unique to Peruvian cuisine. I was pleasantly surprised, going with a friend who suggested their brunch special, to find that nothing was a typical American style brunch menu. So many salads, couscous, potato and greens. All were delicious. Pork belly, shrimp, octopus, oysters, beef, rice, potatoes and vegetables. All 3 dessert options were delicious also. There were so many options, each presented nicely with the name of each dish and what was in it. Too much to remember so I'm sorry there's not more detail on the individual dishes but each plate has 5-6 different dishes. Their service is impeccable and friendly and will explain the dishes to you. They have live music sometimes, mixed with the elegance of restaurant makes for a great time. One of my favorite places to go in Sacramento

The service was very good. Our server helped us pick out the choices that matched our preferences. The food was fresh and very good, but I was with a Peruvian and we have gone to many restaurants, this one was not one of our favorites. The flavor was good, spice level was great. Ceviche was flavorful and I did love all the variety. If you are not experienced in eating Peruvian this restaurant is very good. But in terms of authentic Peruvian, I'm not sure I would have brought my Peruvian friend.

Went for a quick dinner with three friends on a weeknight. We were seated almost immediately and got to choose our table as there were only a few other diners there. Service was very quick and the restaurant is visually interesting to look around at - lots of bright colors, cultural references, and interesting things to learn about. The food was also very good; the pollo saltado was rich and meaty, with a smoky flavor, and the inca kola almost had a bubblegum aftertaste.

We didn't have a ton of options on a Sunday evening in Sacramento and happy we found this spot. Eclectic decor, comfortable seating and a chill vibe. Service from Host and server, Jesus, was excellent. He answered all questions and service was efficient and quick. Food was all very good. I wasn't extremely impressed with the beverage menu, but it was fine. A very nice option in Sacramento!

Let me introduce you to Chicha, in downtown Sacramento, an excellent Peruvian restaurant, that provided excellent and friendly service, food, and vibes. Here on a work trip, friends and I ordered the popular (lomo saltado), the vegetarian (vegetables cubanos), and the social-media-recommended (chaufa). All of it good, plated beautifully, and very filling. The pisco sour was a nice touch as well. About a block from Capitol Park. Enjoy!

The ambiance was pretty chill, and the server was very accommodative. The chicha morada was perfectly sweetened and pleasantly refreshing. The complimentary bread was delicious, and the chica platter was amazing. The beef heart, yuca fries, fried plantains, and beef empanadas were exceptional in flavor and well-seasoned. The fried shrimp also had fantabulous flavor. This is definitely one of the best Peruvian restaurants that I've been to in the Sacramento area.

Was inspired to try Peruvian food, and came across Chicha Peruvian Kitchen in my search. The food on Yelp looked amazing, so I did that think it would disappoint...and I was right. We dined her this past Saturday night, and walking up we could tell it was really lively. We were seated to the left of the entrance, in the area where the murals is adorned with colors and patterns. Like that of traditional Peruvian clothing. We looked over the menu for a little bit and my girlfriend first ordered the Chicha Morada which she'd been wanting to try. We also ordered the following: Drinks: Chicha Morada Appetizers: Yuca & Platános Fritos Pan Con Chicarrón Main Courses: Pescado A Lo Macho Pollo Pachamanquerdo Dessert: Peruvian Flan From the drinks to the food, everything was amazing! The spices on the Pollo Pachamanquerdo were so delicious, it was for sure my favorite dish of the night. But I also loved the fried platános, and the Chichi Morada drink. It was also nice that the live musician played a nice song for my girlfriend and I, after our appetizers arrived. He asked if she preferred it to be in Spanish or English and asked what vibe we preferred. So that was a nice touch on the night, but overall he brought great entertainment to the evenings dinning experience. Overall: Good environment, great live music and delicious food. I'll definitely be back again to try more!

This was our first time here. We had a reservation for 6:30. We went to the bar since we were early. The bartender was very nice and explained a few of pisco drinks that I was wondering about. He gave me a small taste which was so nice. I ended up with the pisco fruit and my husband had the lime pisco. The food was good and everyone enjoyed what they had. We had empanadas for an appetizer which were tasty. The restaurant had someone there singing so that was nice for the ambiance. The restaurant was clean and had nice decorations. The map tells you it's in an alley but it's not it is on the corner. So watch out for that. Give this place a try!!!

Stopped by on my lunch break and decided to order the Pan con chicharrón sándwich. Typically this sandwich contains the pork and sweet potato inside the sandwich, but instead they serve the sandwich with sweet potato fries on the side. The chicharrón isn't your typical fried pork, it's more of a pan seared pork. The ají amarillo sauce in the sandwich had good flavor and was not spicy. Overall it was a good sandwich and the lunch menu price was reasonable. I will definitely be coming back to try other menu items and to try their happy hour menu!

This review is from October 19th. Had it saved and never hit submit. When we went the restaurant was roughly 3 weeks old. And even in that sense the quality of service was very nice. When we were greeted at the door the hostess was very inviting had a big smile on her face and said she was going to get some additional help. The additional help was due to the fact that a lot of people had just come in and they needed to seat three other parties ahead of us. Context we did have a reservation and they were aware that we were on the list so no issues there. The person that helped us afterwards was very kind he showed us to the table explained the restaurant, the backstory of why it was created, and explained the specials of the day. The mood itself in there and the vibe was extremely relaxed. You felt very invited to the space and they were beautiful nods to the Peruvian culture around the different walls when he came to artwork or just decorations. Quite lovely seeing all the different colors in the room. The food we had was the combination of ceviche. There were three types that were brought to us one little tangy one little spicy and one mild with a citrus aftertaste. All of them were extremely extremely delicious. The plantain chips that came with them were superb extremely thin fried to perfection and the hint of salt really added depth to the different styles of ceviche. The salsas that came with them were extremely nice and we actually asked for seconds of each. When it comes to the two main entrees we ordered there was the paella with mixed seafood and the grilled I believe sea bass with a citrus salsa's top. Both of those again were cooked to perfection the flavors were bold but not spicy more of a good mix of salt citrus fat that really made the experience enjoyable. I would highly recommend going to this establishment as again the initial invite into the space was welcoming, the food was extremely deluctable, and our server was very attentive the entire time we were there

Absolutely wonderful experience here at Chicha! My first time having Peruvian food felt a little daunting but the server made wonderful recommendations of the popular dishes on the menu that we ended up ordering. We didn't get any bread or rice with the ceviche, which I would recommend to do but being able to taste the difference between the three was unique! The pork belly blew my mind! Cooked very delicately and the meat was very tender. It seems like a high-end restaurant but service is great regardless and I would 100% come back again!

Recently tried this gem for lunch on a Thursday with some cousins! The decor inside is nice and cultural. The only downside was that there was only one server and she was doing the best she could but it did take a while to place our order and actually get our food. But when we did get it...OMG! True authentic Peruvian Ceviche is a must try for any seafood lover. If you know you know! We had the Trio de Ceviches! Such a delicious, refreshing high quality dish! Can't say enough about it, except next time we said we were getting bigger bowls! Lol. I also ordered the Pork Belly Anticuchero. It was so tasty. Generous pork belly pieces atop a sliced potato with mixed peppers, tomatoes and red onion! So yummy. We will be coming back for sure to try more!

Chicha is brand spankin' new and how refreshing for metro Sacramento to finally have an authentic Peruvian restaurant. It's shocking that no one has brought these flavors to the downtown/midtown grid before. It's got all the traditional dishes: lomo saltado, ceviches, and the infamous Papas Huancainas. We were pleased with the ceviche tasting and the pollo saltado. I imagine once the word gets out that this place is open it will be a local smash. Full bar service is also available. Thanks to Kevin our server who was friendly, efficient, and gracious! We overheard him explaining the entire menu to an older couple who had never experienced Peruvian food previously. That's a nice touch and sign of genuinely good service. I'll give it just a few months and Chicha will be the new go to place in town.

After having an exceptional meal at Chicha's Roseville location, I was chomping at the bit for more Peruvian food. Luckily Chicha has a location in Midtown. I just so happened to be across the street. when I spotted it and realized it was a sign from Peruvian food gods. My first visit was in the early afternoon for a late lunch/early dinner. I was super hungry so I opted for two appetizers. I got the Pork Belly Antichuchero and the Papa La Hunacaina. Both were amazing! The pork belly appetizer had four pieces of deep fried pork belly in a anticuchero sauce, which was salty and citrusy. The pork was fried perfectly with crispy skin and the meat itself still tender. The Papa la Huancaina is a potato dish made with cold, sliced potatoes topped with a slice of hard boiled egg. The sauce closely resembled Japanese kewpie mayo. The dish also had olives that added a briney flavor. It reminded me of potato salad and I love potato salad. Our next visit was for dinner on a Friday evening. The restaurant was packed and we were told when we were seated that it might be a wait for service. My friend and I were OK with that because we weren't in a hurry. However, I didn't feel like the service was slow or delayed in anyway, but it was nice to get that heads up just in case. For our entrées, I chose the Chaufa Taypa (fried rice with pork belly and prawns). My friend chose the Pasta Mar y Tierra (steak and shrimp fettuccine). My entrée was a mix of traditional Chinese fried rice, but with fresh vegetable such as zucchini and carrots that I usually associate with Latin style rice. It also had some soft noodles as well as wonton chips on top. On the side were perfectly cooked slices of pork belly and prawns. I thoroughly enjoyed my entree. Unfortunately, my friend wasn't as happy with her dish. Her steak was a little bit overdone even though she requested medium. The fettuccine was good, but we both felt that the sauce was a little overpowering. For dessert, we got the Tres leches cake which was moist without being mushy. Service at both meals were really good. Isa was the server for my first meal. She was very helpful since it was my first visit to the Midtown location. She gave me her recommendations since the dish I had come for was not available at the midtown location. The restaurant is really cute. It's good size with traditional and modern Peruvian decor. Parking in this area is a pain in the butt. Both times I had to circle around numerous times before we found street parking. That might be the only deterrent for me coming here on a regular basis.

This is a newer restaurant across from Frog and Slim. It's super cute decor and calm atmosphere with soft dinner music. It was the perfect environment for friends get together to catch up over food. The service was great! We were there on a Wednesday around 5:30. The dinner rush was just starting and by the time we left, it was a full house. Our waitress was attentive, shared food and drink recommendations. The food was perfect balance of bold and balanced flavors. It represented the culture well! They currently don't have a full bar. The cocktail selection is limited but they do have reasonable red and white wine selection. I will be going back with my friends!

The menu options are somewhat limited. I had the Lomo Saltiado a la Antigua. It was delicious - the sauce had a really good flavor, the buttery white rice and seasoned veggies made a good combination. My niece had the pepperoni pizza with pistachios - it was ok. I also had the House Peruvian Bread Pudding with vanilla ice cream. The bread pudding was a bit hard to cut into but was actually soft in my mouth. Service was great, our server was very attentive. The restaurant had an upscale ambiance. Parking can be a nuisance and should be factored in to your decision of visiting this place.

Lovely place with continuous hours, so you can pop-in mid afternoon, which is my favorite thing to do. Nice, friendly service. Fresh tasty ceviche. The Chicha Morada purple corn, pineapple drink is just perfect with some spicy ceviche. Lots of outdoor seating on both sides of the restaurant so you can choose shade or sun as you like.

We tried this place recently and were thoroughly impressed by everything we ordered! Ceviche sampler - super refreshing, and they give you so much fish. Pork belly appetizer - I'm not a big pork person but it was done so well I actually loved it. Flavors were on point and we kept dipping everything in the sauce. Stew sample - my favorite thing we tried - we all loved how different every stew was but still so good in their own way - we couldn't decide on a favorite. Seafood paella - really different, refreshing, and delicious! Blue corn drink - unlike anything we've ever had (in a good way). So refreshing and not too sweet. Fried yucca - this might be the only thing I wouldn't order again. It was fine but nothing special (and really needed a sauce) This is easily a place I would crave. Their food is so homey... like a grandma has been cooking it for 24 hours yet it's so balanced and refreshing at the same time (doesn't feel heavy). Service was great too and it's super clean!

What a gem! The food at Chicha is so delicious, but they seem to be undiscovered. That restaurant should be full, but was only sparsely populated last night when the 5 of us enjoyed an awesome meal. We started with Ceviche Màncora and Ceviche Midtown. The fish was fresh, tender, deliciously seasoned, surrounded by red onions, peppers, and lime juice with the two having distinctly different flavors. Lomo saltado was tender beef in a dish of side vegetables, hominy, and potatoes. Pollo pachamanquero was succulent marinated chicken, similarly accompanied as the lomo. Mahi mahi costero included fresh green mussels and baby clams. Carapulcra pork belly was delicious- not fatty as I feared, but smoky meat. We ate family style and we lived everything. And don't forget to order a Pisco sour, my favorite cocktail. I love this place and hope for their success. Also, it was easy to get a reservation last minute, or even walk in with a group. Go!

This is an extension of Chicha in roseville. The food had the same deliciousness but in a downtown location and a slightly more upscale ambiance. Unfortunately it does not offer the weekend buffet style reservation that happens once a month at the roseville location. I love their ceviches.

Have ordered delivery a couple of times now, and the food has been fresh and delicious each time! I tried the ceviche sampler, and I'm ashamed to admit that I couldn't tell much difference between the three - maybe the red one had a touch more spice? Would recommend any of them! Did try the Tamal De Cerdo - seemed like a pretty flavorless tamale - will skip that in the future. Highly recommend the Lomo Saltado a La Antigua, described as a wok stir-fried beef tenderloin mix with onions, tomatoes, soy sauce, french fries, jasmine rice & fried egg. I especially loved how light the sauce was - the flavors really came through!

We came for a large group dinner and the server was not equipped to handle our group of 9. The food was descent and I would skip the passion fruit pisco sour. It was mainly juice.

Great authentic Peruvian food and wonderful service all around. Can't wait to come back again soon.

First time here visiting from Reno. We were impressed with the service immediately though the door. We were seated promptly and attended to gracefully. Libardo was our server. We enjoyed chatting with him, he made our meal a pleasant experience.

We dined at Chicha during their soft grand opening, and we were pleasantly surprised. The restaurant is pretty big with plenty of seating, service was great, and the food was fantastic. Our party of 6 ordered a variety of dishes, so we got to try a bit of everyone's dish in addition to sharing appetizers. Looking forward to coming back to try more from their extensive menu!

Service was great! Ambiance is fun with good music and decor. This is more of a modern take on Peruvian food. They do have a handful of the classics (chicha morada, pisco sour, yuka frita, empanadas, lomo saltado) which were all tasty. Overall I'd say their sauces are very sweet, so we did end up ordering a side of hot sauce, one thing that was missing was Ahí Amarillo sauce for the yuka! We got the Alfajores for dessert which were descent. I appreciated the whipped cream and cherry but would get rid of the chocolate sauce on the plate because it distracts from the caramel-y alfajor center. It's a fun place for date night, and I would go back to try their Happy Hour.

I went with my husband last weekend for a date night. The waiters were very friendly, the restaurant gave us a cozy vibe. We ordered a mimosa flight and the traditional Peruvian stew trio. Food was amazing and plenty (we were so stuffed)! Half way through our meal a guy came in to the restaurant to sing and perform. It was a lovely evening and we would definitely visit again if we are in town in the future.

A nice clean place with a wonderful staff to greet and take care of you during your meal here. We tried an few things for lunch and were happy we came here. We had the Arroz Con Mariscos and the Mancora. Both dishes were good. TheArroz dish was like a Peruvian paella - loaded with items from the sea. Mancora was a white fish, shrimp, and calamari ceviche swimming in lime juices and and a few veges. We also has Pisco sours - a great cocktail from Peru!!! Be back soon...

Really cute spot! Lots of seating. I ordered a glass of sauv blanc and really enjoyed it! Very citrus forward, it was exactly what I asked for. Lomo Saltado - I wish the portion was just a bit bigger, but the beef was tender and the flavor was good! Could definitely use more of the soy sauce; will probably ask for more next time. Chaufa Taypa - surprisingly enjoyed this so much! Probably more than the lomo saltado. The wonton strips with the semi-sweet glaze on top was a great touch. The pork belly was crispy on the exterior and soft when you bit into it.

I'd never tried Peruvian food before and this was such a great start. My friend took me here straight from the airport for dinner, insisting I'd love it. The ceviche was so incredibly fresh and I really enjoyed the balance of flavors and textures. The paella was rich and the seafood, just like the ceviche was so fresh! I especially enjoyed the shrimp! I wish I'd saved room for dessert, but definitely will the next time I'm in Sacramento!

Date night! We had the pork belly appetizer 12/10, sangria 10/10, limo Saltado 8/10 - the meat and rice were 10/10 but some of the onions were the surface pieces. We also had the Peruvian rice 9/10 but it is a bit spicy. The shrimp were cooked perfectly!! This is definitely a nice spot to have in midtown. It brings a new cultures food that wasn't already here.

Service was very attentive, kind, and informative. The Mahi Mahi was delicious! Food here is wonderful, fresh, and offers a great variety of dishes. So thrilled to see familiar dishes that made us reminisce about our past Peru travel. The atmosphere is bright and modern; the drinks are also great. We went with our 3 year old and we all enjoyed the food, and the staff was really kind. Highly recommended, will be back.

I was excited to try this place based on enthusiastic Yelp! reviews and I wanted to give it a rave. On this night, at least, it did not live up to expectations. Food: My friend and I shared the "chicha salad" and the Peruvian-style paella. Portions were good - with two of us we still had leftovers from both dishes. The risotto style rice in the paella was nicely cooked. The seafood - clams, mussels, shrimp, calamari - was fresh and not overcooked. The flavor was fine, tasty but not wonderful. To me, the sauce was a bit thick and the tomato seemed to mute the saffron. I wouldn't object to eating this again but neither was it delectable. The salad was quite lovely - crisp, good selection of flavorful greens, nicely cooked hard boiled egg, intriguing Peruvian corn, which was something like a bean, bright flavored dressing. We were sorry they were out of flan, one of the things I had my mouth set on. Instead we ordered the caja de alfajores, crumbly cookies sandwiching a caramel sauce and accompanied by a flavorful vanilla ice cream. This was very pleasant, I loved the cookie's crumbly texture but the cookies didn't have the butteriness or the caramel the flavor-forwardness I hoped for. Oh, the dinner rolls! They were to die for! Small, round, light, perfect! Service: Began auspiciously but went downhill. On the positive side, when we got there we decided to eat indoors because it was chilly. My friend has hearing issues so we asked for a quiet spot. There was music in the main restaurant and they suggested we eat at a table in the bar area. This worked well, it was a pleasant space, and we appreciated the recommendation. Our server was pleasant and enthusiastic, but she spaced out on our request for more dinner rolls. We had to ask at least twice after our initial request. Then, after we ordered dessert, she disappeared for about a half hour. This is not an exaggeration! We finally went looking for her and had to ask another server to track her down. It was still quite a while after that, but she finally showed up with our dessert. When she did, no acknowledgment that eons had passed. She was pleasant to interact with and knowledgeable about the food, happy to respond to our questions, but seemed to completely forget that our table existed! A slight weirdness: another person, who seemed to belong to the restaurant, approached us with a not very clear request to take our picture. After some back-and-forth, we recognized that this was a "the first one's free"deal: we could get a quick printout but she was hoping to sell us a version in a frame to commemorate dinner. I guess, on balance, this added amusement to the evening, but we were not looking for intrusions or sales. I'm a believer in confirmation bias, meaning that what we see is based partly on what we expect. I came in expecting a lot. My actual experience overcame my initial bias in favor of this restaurant. If I keep hearing great things about it I may give it another try but, in the meantime, continue to be in search of a new favorite...