Mamita Peruvian Restaurant

Came here spare of the moment. I ordered the lomo saltado and jaleo de marisco. The portions were huge enough to feed about 3 people. I must say I was 100% satisfied. The food was delicious. I will definitely be coming back again.

I went to Mamitas Experian Peruvian Food on Glendale Blvd and really liked the environment. It’s a cool spot, nice for a date night. There were a couple of people there after work just hanging out, and it has a nice little open area. I noticed they have a beautiful back patio too, but I didn’t get a chance to go back there. The food was good and flavorful, just a little different from what I’m used to, but in a great way. I ordered the lomo saltado, and I liked that it came in a red sauce – the waiter explained that’s how they prepare it here, and I really enjoyed it. The bread they served was good, and the sauce that came with it was different from what I expected, but I liked it too. Overall, it was a new experience for me, and I loved it. Great customer service, delicious food, and a nice atmosphere. Definitely recommend stopping by!

A fantastic Peruvian restaurant that has very delicious, authentic food in a cozy setting. The menu is huge with lots of different options and something for everyone. Everything we ordered tasted great and were large portions and very satisfying. It really tastes like homemade comfort food and the staff are very friendly.

Food was great. The Peruvian drinks was perfect pairing to my chicken lomo saltado. We sat in the patio. They had christmas lights out. Cute little restaurant to go to for food comfort. The ahi sauce was good. Our waiter was good. Will come back again.

First time here, this was just walking distance from the auto shop that I was at. Good food, service and nice atmosphere. I ordered a soup, while it was good, I feel they could have filled it with just a tad more rice, rice is cheap to add…it was a lot of liquid, it didn’t quite balance well. From the look at some photos, they might have skimped my bowl of seafood. It will cost you $22 or more for any dish. 🫤 TIP Calculation….😠 DO NOT trust their calculations of tipping. They think they are helping? I hate it when restaurants deceptively calculate tips for you AFTER they added the tax on, making you think it is correct. NO…tips are calculated BEFORE TAX. Please correct that on your machine if you want to help!

Absolutely love this place! I have been coming here since I was a kid with my parents and now I get to bring my boyfriend of 4 years to celebrate out anniversary!!! Not only is the food amazing, authentic and absolutely delicious, but their service, the friendly waiters and the atmosphere/environment of the place is just incredible. The Lomo Saltado is to die for and their Maracuya... ommmgggg. Totally recomend for a dinner date, casual lunch or just any occasion really! Will definitely be going back soon!!!

Family has come here for years. Last time we went we were a really large party. We had 1 waiter who was absolutely AMAZING. He got out all our drinks and food promptly- no mix ups! but even split our bills correctly. He also was even tending to other parties around us. The food is always amazing, really can't go wrong, especially with the chaufa.

I've been to a few Peruvian restaurants and full disclosure, Mario's is still my favorite. Having said that I try and not compare every Peruvian restaurant to Mario's but it's hard being that their food is so good. SO, I always order the Pescado Macho at all Peruvian restaurants and I did the same here. Mamita's Pescado Macho is very different from all others that I've had in that the sauce is soupy. It's not a soup, but the sauce is very watery and more soupy. My favorite part of the dish was the fried fish. Dare I say, the fried fish was even better than Mario's? But the rest of the dish was just ok. Overall, I would not order this dish again. I would order just the fried fish though. We also ordered the shrimp and chicken fried rice and the noodles with beef and both were good. Not great, but good. Now the green sauce, Aji verde sauce. I liked this one, but it was a bit more watery than Mario's and not as spicy. Still good though. Peruvian food without the sauce just wouldn't be the same. For me, the sauce made my meal more enjoyable. Overall, I would come back here if I was craving Peruvian food and couldn't make it to Mario's. However, if there was another Peruvian place in the area, I would try that first.

Came to Glendale today to have my car serviced at Pacific BMW on Brand Avenue. Since I needed to eat lunch and occupy myself for a bit I decided to try the lovely Peruvian restaurant next door. Not only is the place super cute and clean but I found the food to be incredibly tasty. All three servers (Aida, Carmen and Gisela) were very attentive and a big great help with me maneuvering the extensive menu. I have not really been to many Peruvian restaurants, but if this is any way typical, then I'm certainly a fan . The question is not WILL I be back...but rather WHEN I will return. The answer is VERY SOON whether or not my car needs additional service. . One more thing to note. As I texted a few friends, talked with a few employees at Pacific BMW and casually texted and talked with friends while I ate...it struck me many people I know have been coming here regularly and ALL had similarly good things to say about this Peruvian gem in the muddle of Glendale.

Haven't been to Mamita's in over a decade and so happy I came back. Wanted to try something different than their signature dish Lomo Saltado so got the seafood version instead. A great mix of squid, shrimp and fish! Also tried one of their fried fish dishes, topped with seafood as well. Very similar in taste but yummy nonetheless. If you're into spice try the green sauce on the table with bread. Can't get enough of it. Service is friendly and quick. Parking can be a challenge but if you circle the block a few times, your patience will pay off.

(2 out of 5 stars) The food here is good -- I'll start with that. Their lomo saltado (beef) is always solid and flavorful. However, the chicken falls short -- pretty mediocre, especially compared to other Peruvian spots like Pollo a la Brasa in Pasadena, which serves great rotisserie-style chicken that's worth the trip. Now, about the service -- I came in to pick up an order, and not a single person acknowledged me. I get that they're busy, but even a simple "Hey, welcome in -- we'll be right with you!" would've made a difference. That small bit of hospitality goes a long way. Unfortunately, the lack of acknowledgment really took away from the overall experience.

Parking was limited. The restaurant itself is cute, there's seating inside and outside. The restrooms are one per gender. The service was quick. They serve bread and a green salsa as an appetizer. I got the Shrimp Ceviche which was refreshing, lemon hints, and filling when eaten with bread. I enjoyed the given green salsa as it had a slight kick to it.

Came here close to 5pm and was about 3 min wait. They asked if the small table was ok. But we requested a slightly larger table so we didn't have to worry about our food not fitting. I do appreciate them asking if the size of the table was ok. We ordered the ceviche de mariscos, jalea de mariscos, inca cola and Peruvian beer. The only had one Peruvian beer in stock in that beer is pretty light but it went well with the food. The Inca cola was very flavorful and it almost reminded me of a pineapple flavor. The ceviche de mariscos was very flavorful and I wonder if it has some sort of meat flavoring because vegan and vegetarian flavorings usually don't have that umami. The jalea de mariscos was a tower of food that included fish, shrimp, and lots of squid. Lomo saltado initially look like it had more fries because of how they plated it. But as I dug more into the food the meat was also in the middle and the bottom of the plate, so they mixed it well. Overall the food here is really good, you can tell because right before we paid for our meal there was a line forming out the door.

Haven't had much Peruvian food but this was my first spot. Very tasty. I end up buying the aji sauce every time I go.

Casual or fancy dinner planned? This place will suit both needs. The waitstaff was amazing continually kept our water cups filled and made sure we had everything we needed. They take reservations too so for large groups this place is a good choice. Parking is a little difficult but it can be found down residential streets. The food was all wonderful. We got the soup of the day and some Peruvians favorites like lomo Saltad. We sat on the outside patio with heating lamps it was a mildly cold evening so with the lanps, it was nice.

I had a To Go order. I was so surprised how generous and amazing the Picante de Mariscos dish was. The dish was perfectly seasoned and will be a reorder. A bevy of large butteflied shrimp were succulent, paired with plentiful of octopus, squid and mussels. This was a perfect seafood dish. Don't forget to add the Peruvian green salsa to this dish. The flan wasn't as exciting. I hoped for smooth, melt in your mouth, but it was cumbly and tasteless. Booo The seafood/rice melange are terrific. A must visit.

Warm, Welcoming, and Worth It - Especially for the Ceviche! Mamita's Peruvian Restaurant has a cozy, family-run charm that immediately makes you feel at home. The space is quaint and cute, with warm, thoughtful decor that adds to its inviting vibe. Inside, there's plenty of room to settle in, and the outdoor dining area is perfect for larger groups looking to enjoy a relaxed meal together. We tried the lomo saltado and the mixed ceviche, and hands down, the ceviche stole the show. Bright, zesty, and ultra-fresh, the flavors danced with just the right amount of acidity--it was the kind of dish you think about long after the last bite. The lomo saltado, however, didn't quite hit the mark for me. The sauce felt a little off compared to other versions I've had, though I couldn't quite put my finger on why. That said, I'd absolutely come back for the ceviche alone and would love to explore more of the menu. Just a heads up--parking is street-only, as there's no dedicated lot, but the experience inside more than makes up for it.

Ordered frejoles con seco de carne. La carne suave y buena porción los frejoles y el arroz no con el tradicional sabor que se hace en Perú. La salsa verde en la que se cocina la carne sin sabor. Insípido ni siquiera el punto de sal. Parece que lo improvisaron o lo tenían congelado. Malo! Aún peor le pusieron un side muy grande de cebollas y tomates con gran cantidad de jugo de limón Todo sabía a limón! Por casi $30, es un engaño. No más.

Came here with a group on the recommendation of a Peruvian colleague to celebrate several birthdays including hers. The food was delicious! Among us, we had the Arroz Chaufa de Mariscos, Pescado a lo Macho, Tallarin de Camaron y Pollo, Camaron al Ajo, Camaron Frito, and Lomito Montado Estilo Mamitas. Everyone loved their meals. The birthday women received complimentary desserts with a candle on top. One of the ladies asked for luculma ice cream. Nice, simple ambiance. Great service. Street parking if the two side spots against the restaurant are unavailable.

Great food, great service, my favorite Peruvian restaurant. It's so good none of the dealers were able to buy it off for expansions.

The food is very good here. We always get lomo saltado. I ended up getting the picante seafood rice bc I was really craving something like it and it turned out really good. The calamari and plantains were also very delicious.

We came to this place several times and we love it! Their lomo saltado is a must!!! That's what we get every single time and that's what we come for! Their food is always solid! (Though one out of the few times everything came out a little too salty - but that can be a fluke I hope!) Their service is nice and friendly and the restaurant itself can be nice and cozy! You might have to find street parking but there are also some parking spots nearby the front!

My first time here at Mamita Peruvian Restaurant in Glendale and I truly love this place. Excellent food, and service, and very clean Restaurant. The ceviche was truly amazing, the fried Calamari was prepared to perfection, the Saltado de Pollo with fries was mouthwatering and tender, as well the Lomo Saltado was delicious. I will definitely be dinning here again soon.

I would like to start with I have been coming here for 20 years now, I've tried other Peruvian restaurants and have always been disappointed after having the best here, hands down. Best memories with family here before the remodel and was so happy that food quality has kept up...Best Peruvian Ceviche of my life..Gracias!!! Keep the warm bread and spicy green sauce coming. I am a fan and client for LIFE!!

Really enjoyed spending time with my cousins here the other day, they've been wanting to go here and I got to try it this same day on a nice rainy day. I like their chicha, he strong clove aftertaste is personally my favorite part, they had the lomo saltado, we shared the ceviche and I had the tallarines Verdes con carne frita which I wanted to drink the rest of the creamy sauce, it was that good. The waiter is kind and helpful, it feels nice inside l they also have a back side patio seating under shade.

Mamita has some fantastic Peruvian food and I highly recommend it. I've been a few times before, and I always go for the Tallarin Saltado, which is spaghetti with beef strips . The beef is juicy and tender, and go so amazingly well with the green sauce. We also ordered Platanos, aquadito de pollo, & Saltado de pollo. Definitely a complete meal with large portions. The restaurant has a nice modern decor. There is also dimmed lighting, which adds to the ambiance. The service speed was pretty quick and our waitress was friendly and attentive. The only negative is parking. It's on brand blvd with all the dealerships . You have to get real lucky to find a spot out front. The closest parking I found was two blocks away on a residential street.

We looooove this place! This is our go-to Peruvian spot and we've been coming here for years! Our favorites are their Pescado a lo Macho and Chupe de Mariscos! We tried their calamares for the first time and it's been added to the favorites too. Their portions are huge and everything is delicious! The restaurant is a small, cozy space. The staff treats you like family. They're very friendly and welcoming. Definitely a must visit! The only downside is that they don't have parking- it's only street parking, but Glendale street parking isn't as bad as LA so finding a spot isn't too hard.

Mamitas in one of my favorite Peruvian spots I have ever been to. To be honest I found Mamitas to be better than all the spots we went to in Peru itself! The place is nestled between the Mercedes and BMW dealership in Glendale. You can always find parking outside the dealerships. The place is pretty small and def has a family run vibe to it. Nothing fancy about this place but you will get solid food every time. I have been here about 20 times and the food is always super consistent. The service is quick and efficient. Highly Recommend Fish Ceviche (5/5 Best ceviche ever) Vapor Fish (5/5 Steamed White Fish) Veggie Fried Rice (5/5) Lomo Saltado (5/5) You will not be disappointed with Mamitas I highly recommend it!

GREAT PLACE FOR PERUVIAN FOOD ============================= Got a break from the wind and our local Eaton Canyon Fire was contained, so we met some friends for dinner. My husband, as I've mentioned numerous times, is very picky. If he does not like the food then that is the kiss of death. Thankfully I have an idea what he will like so I told him to order the lomo saltado a second time. He ate every last bite, so that's good. I love the shrimp and ordered the saltado the first time, but for my second visit I ordered the dish without the potatoes. I did not take photos, but you can see lots online. Make a reservation and try to go early. It gets busy.

this was not Peruvian food Secco is made with white beans they make there's with red beans from a can , the ceviche was a 2/10 not fresh & the antichuo was as hard as leather when it supposed to be tender . please if your looking for good Peruvian food do come here

I've been coming here for a while as I've grown up in Glendale my whole life. Today, it was so lovely to be seated outside in the back because of our big party. We were there celebrating my father-in-law's birthday and retirement, so of course it had to be somewhat big. But I really want to thank David for his hospitality. He was cheerful and attentive to us. He had a huge smile and friendly attitude the whole time. It truly was a wonderful experience today out of all the times and we won't forget it. Oh and my always fave here is the lomo saltado and ceviche along with the green sauce. Mamita's bests!

the best lomo saltado i have ever had outside of peru. The service is good. The bread rolls are a tiny bit dry but still pretty good. The restraunt feels very cozy. Count on the aji to be spicy

I used to work in Redondo Beach and loved the Peruvian options there. So much so that I kept going back even after moving to the IE. That was my spot. I think I have a new spot now. Mamita is FIRE!! I ordered platanos and lomo saltado. Portions were big, price was on par with other places, and the food was GREAT! The bread rolls were amazing too. And service was fantastic. The owners really put some thought into the atmosphere as well - white linens and well-dressed wait staff were a nice touch. Absolutely nothing to complain about at this place. Will definitely go back whenever I'm in the area.

Love this quaint little place. The food is delicious and staff are friendly. The green sauce is *chef's kiss*. Everything in their menu is delicious. When I come here, I always order their lomo soltado with 2 eggs :)

Mamita's always hits the spot! Our latest visit was on Valentine's Day and we were able to snag a table inside. They have inside and outside dining. There's a patio out back with outdoor heaters. The service was good that night and they were very attentive. The food here is great. The chicha morada is my go to drink & everything we've tried has been amazing. Can't go wrong with the Tallarin dishes, yucca and platanos. Parking is a struggle as it's mostly street parking, but it's worth it.

Mamita Peruvian is located on Brand Ave sandwiched between a BMW and Mercedes Benz dealership; easily missed as your driving by. Ambiance is nice. It's modern casual with dimly lit with soft yellows and natural lighting shining through- relaxing. The lively music playing in the background not too loud. Casual restaurant with Nice vibes. Service was polite and attentive. Food: The Aji Verde here is perfect! Not laden with mayo or too spicy, just right! Everything we ordered was delicious! The Lomo Saltado which seems to be ordered at every table was just ok to me. The meat was tough, otherwise a flavorful dish. Parking: On Brand Blvd (busy street, among a bunch of car dealerships). I didn't see valet option or private parking. Payment: Credit/Cash.

I'm judging based on one plate, and that's the chupe de camarones-- they really nailed that plate! As a fellow Peruvian, I salute and thank you.

This restaurant has really captured my heart. Have been here for a date and a birthday dinner with family, and both times it has delivered. Although the food may be a bit on the pricier side, you are paying for quality, seasoned food. Super nice servers and love both the cozy inside and spacious outdoor seating! They start you off with soft, warm bread served with this green sauce I could guzzle for hours. Would recommend the lomo saltado, ceviche, and Inca kola to go with your meal! Must go to in Glendale.

Lacks flavor, not authentic! This place back in the years used to be one of our favorite. I believe isn't the same owner.

Glendale might not be the first place you'd expect to find stellar Peruvian food, but here it is--unapologetically authentic, deeply satisfying. The lomo saltado? Perfectly executed, a balance of soy, vinegar, and seared beef that hits just right. The ceviche? Bright, fresh, with that punch of citrus and heat that wakes up the senses. Service? Warm, efficient--like they actually care. I'm a fan of this cuisine, and this place delivers.

Still bomb. It is on the pricier side this time around for two of us it was $87 bucks i have added the pictures of what we had and two drinks. The food it definitely yummy. Good service and nice inside

Been here a few times and it never disappoints. Some bread and butter to start. The lomo saltado is my go to here. I set aside a generous amount of the green sauce for extra flavor and heat. Wish I should have an infinite supply of it! Plenty of parking along the strip of car dealerships makes it easy to park.

Pésimo servicio. Cómo vas a negarle un globo a una niña de 2 años, le digo por la dueña o la encargada que estaba hay, no por los trabajadore, ellos 100% profesional, no sé si estaban obligados a actuar Por la señora, pero uno reconoce lo que hizo la señorita, y malo.

Bad Experience with overcharging. I usually don't leave negative reviews, but I feel it's important to share my experience. The food was fine, but I was disappointed that they charged you an extra dollar per item when you paid with card versus cash. I feel that the owner is overcharging for a service that all restaurants usually pay for, she is getting extra profit for her business. Sadly after being a regular for over 20 years I won't recommend this place anymore since they are abusing their clients with extra charges.

Hands down the Best Peruvian food in the Valley. I literally come from San Diego NOW to pick up some Loma from this place when in town. Service is always great and it has a nice dine inside or outside area. Ambiance is nice. The green sauce is THE BEST !!!

We have always loved coming here for many many years. Although the prices have gone up quite a bit over the last few years, it is still quality food. It is best when you eat in. Service is good when they aren't too busy/crowded! Food is fresh, quality ingredients. Look saltado with egg is the go to for us but sometimes I like to switch it up. Chicken with vegetables is also yummy! This time I tried the Milanese de pollo with spaghetti which ended up being two full meals it was so much food so definitely worth the price. Love the rolls and green hot sauce!! Def my fav part of this restaurant! It is a cute, quaint little set up with booths and chairs. Not too big so if you go during a busy hour, you may need to wait to be seated. Over all, we love it here

Food is great. I enjoyed it. However, note access to bathroom is not wheelchair friendly.

Very good Peruvian food. Nice little cozy restaurant. Plates are big and delicious. Service attentive and fast. Overall a great experience.

Went on a Sunday night so street parking wasn't a problem. Walked into the restaurant and was seated immediately. Ordered and food came out within 10-15 minutes. Food was flavorful and the sauces were good. I would recommend this place for sure. They had some issues with the lights flickering but that didn't bother me too much. Would highly recommend and the waiter was nice. -Carla B Ig: @cbanksfitness

This place has definitely changed, and not for the better. Prices are high for what you get, the quality of the food is not that good, ordered chicken saltado, and was not happy with it, the chicken is super fried greasy and just didn't taste like it use to. The Iced Tea was terrible, how hard is it to make iced tea? it tasted like tab water! so obviously they are using tab water to make the iced tea. disgusting. not going back after many years of going to this place.

Never a disappointment with Mamitas. It's been a while but I got the usual Lomo Saltado and the tamarin verdes with beef steak. My beloved soup is no longer on the menu but we tried the mixed ceviche and it was a hit. Generous mix of seafood, well marinated.

My food was good. My primary server wasn't great. Although, the supporting service team was great. I would dine again however I would leave if I had the the same waiter.

Good food, great service! Will bring the whole family next time! I recommend if you've never tried Peruvian food!

All the food was very delicious. The restaurant is located near the BMW dealership. The yucca fries and the soup was my favorite. The seafood in all the dishes are all very tender and good. The beef was also very tender and the sauce was good. The employees were all friendly.

My experience here was far from perfect. We ordered our favorite seafood dish and when we bit into the fried rice we were shocked to bite into chunks of shells! Had I not been more careful we could've seriously choked or lost a tooth! Very disappointed at these inflated prices that the kitchen is so careless in what is being served to the hungry customers! Ugh I'm so disappointed in this place We unfortunately will not be back.

Mamita's is great authentic Peruvian spot in Glendale! This place is definitely a must-visit if you are craving Peruvian. Delicious food, great ambience, attentive servers, and great portion sizes as well. I can't wait to come back and try more dishes next time I visit LA. I couldn't finish my shrimp dish so I took it home and, enjoyed it for lunch the next day. It was still delicious. Also, I should mention that they have this green sauce that is made in-house that is out of this world. I've been dreaming about it and, can't wait to have it again! They even sell it at the restaurant which is great, so you can support them in that way as well! Definitely a worth it and underrated spot, which I highly recommend checking out if you're in Glendale.

Food is amazing Service is outstanding And postre a A + plus My family brought me here today for my birthday delicious!