Peruvian Restaurant reviews from Reddit
Summary
We analyzed 237 Reddit reviews across 24 subreddits and 31 posts to rank the best Peruvian Restaurant brands recommended by redditors, including communities like r/newjersey, r/FoodNYC, r/astoria, r/AskNYC, r/chicagofood. Top-rated brands include Pio Pio (4.2/5), Jora (4.6/5), Hugo's (4.6/5).
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Reviews237
Subreddits24
Posts31
Brands95
Products6
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#1
Pio Pio
4.2
(14)
"Pio Pio in NYC is #1 hands down (they have 8 locations)"
"Pio pio in jackson heights love that place"
"I’ve been blessed with a local Pio Pio through several moves and have tried multiple locations including UWS, Kips Bay, Jackson Heights, etc. Always delicious."
"The shrimp soup at Pio Pio on 44th is one of the best soups I’ve ever had."
"Pio pio opened a glen cove location and its 🔥"
"Pio pio at Manhattan does amazing jaleas and ceviche"
"Also vouching for Pio Pio! They have a few locations in the city."
"Pio pio."
"Flor De Mayo and Pio Pio among others are recommended"
"I loved Pio Pio and their Matador combo!"
#2
Jora
4.6
(12)
"Def second Jora— great lomo saltado y tallarine verde"
"Best upscale: Jora in LIC"
"Jora in LIC. Salmon Macho is my favorite"
"Jora for upscale and delicious."
"Jora in LIC. They even have a small parking lot if you drive, they are so good!"
"Jora is unreal"
"Jora for classic Peruvian."
"Jora in LIC"
"Thanks a lot, going to check out Jora, don’t want to drop the entire wallet but don’t want to compromise on a quality meal."
"Jora is deff cheaper. $$ vs $$$"
#3
Hugo's
4.6
(7)
"Hugo’s is my fave tho."
"Hugo’s fucks so hard"
"Every Friday we went ham with lomo saltado from here."
"Hugo's a few times when we go out. Don't have much to compare it to but man, it's friggin' GOOD!"
"Hugo’s our go-to"
"Hugo’s- Rahway"
"Hugo’s in Rahway and el Carbonazo in Elizabeth!"
#4
Pollo Lima
4.8
(5)
"Pollo Lima recently catered an event at my work and it was delicious."
"Have to second this one. The food is great."
"Pollo Lima is where me and my hubby go when we have a craving for Peruvian food!"
"Pollo Lima is excellent and the owners are very kind as well. Can't recommend enough!"
"Pollo Lima is the only place I’ve found consistently good."
#5
Peru Criollo
4.8
(5)
"Peru Criollo is a relatively new spot in Portage Park, near Six Corners. I've dined there a few times, they are great."
"If I had to pick one place to go, Peru Criollo has my vote."
"We decided to try Peru Criollo, thank you for all the comments and suggestions!"
"Buddy raved about Criollo. Worth a try!"
"There is a BYOB restaurant called 'Peru Criollo' on Cicero that was also pretty good!"
#6
La Cabaña
4.4
(5)
"La Cabaña in Passaic for Pollo a la brasa"
"If you’re in the mood for Pollo a la Brasa, La Cabaña in Passaic is hands down the best in the state."
"Same, I recommend la cabana too. They give hefty portions and the sauce is soooo good."
"If you are looking for pollo la brasa I would echo similar responses to what was said by others."
"La Cabaña in Passaic, always on point."
#7
Kikiriki
4.4
(5)
"Kikiriki on market st in Patetson has top notch pollo a la brasa and the ribs."
"Kikiriki is amazing."
"Kikiriki is up there for sure."
"Kikiriki in Paterson has the best pollo a la brasa"
"For Chinese/Peruvian food, I recommend Kikiriki in Paterson."
#8
Mission Ceviche
4.2
(5)
"Seriously incredible food. Every dish is an experience and will blow you away with flavor."
"A bit pricey but worth visiting Mission Ceviche"
"Mission ceviche for more eclectic food"
"Mission ceviche and La Chacra Restaurant among others are recommended"
"Mission Ceviche is up there, however it is way overpriced imho. The food is amazing though."
#9
El Mirador
4.2
(5)
"Went there last night, was insanely good. The octopus was meltingly tender, great fresh flavors."
"The food was absolutely fantastic, would highly recommend."
"Not cheap, very good food, super friendly, also good for drinks!"
"Ate there twice now. Insane food! But Also quite pricy still worth it though"
"Decent food (no fusion though)"
#10
Chimu
4.5
(4)
"If it ever opens back up again Chimu in Williamsburg had my favorite ceviche mixto"
"Chimu - my absolute fave in Williamsburg."
"There is also a Chimu on Stanhope between Knickerbocker & Dekalb."
"Chimu on Union Ave (L/G to Lorimer/Metropolitan) is a great place - very tasty food and good atmosphere."
#11
Chicken Rico
4.3
(4)
"Chicken Rico is spectacular - absolutely best pollo a la brasa in the area"
"Everyone here says to go to Chicken Rico. I guess I know where I'm going tomorrow!"
"Chicken Rico is probably the closest you can find to good (authentic) Pollo a la Brasa."
"Chicken Rico in highlandtown"
#12
Flor de Mayo
4.3
(4)
"Flor De Mayo has the BEST lomo, one of my top 5 favorite things"
"We live near flor de mayo and often get the roast chicken which is quite good."
"If you’re open to Peruvian-Chinese, Flor de Mayo has some tasty options."
"Flor De Mayo and Pio Pio among others are recommended"
#13
Llama Inn
4.0
(4)
"Llama Inn is so good."
"I’m vegetarian and loved Llama Inn when I went ! It ain’t cheap tho"
"Llama Inn"
"My Peruvian friend likes Llama Inn, though I can't speak to the authenticity myself. A little more upmarket."
#14
Sabor Peru
4.0
(4)
"My wife is Peruvian too sabor peru was one of our first dates great spot in the west Essex area!"
"Sabor Peru in caldwell."
"U should Def try sabor peru."
"I tried Sabor Peru in Caldwell recently. It's pretty good."
#15
D'Carbon
4.0
(4)
"DCarbon has some good pollo a la brassa."
"I’ve only picked up D’carbon for pollo a la brasa but Hawthorne location has the most modern interior for dine in."
"Either D’Carbon or Lena Y Carbon. both have different Aji sauces"
"D’carbon."
#16
Munay
5.0
(3)
"Munay in carrollton or Richardson!!!"
"Munay for sure had the best pollo a la brasa."
"Munay!"
#17
Contento
5.0
(3)
"Contento is SOO good."
"Recently tried Contento for the first time and it was excellent"
"An amazing experience at Contento and fabulous cocktails and wine. It's pricey but worth it."
#18
Warique
5.0
(3)
"Try Warique in Jackson Heights, particularly for the ceviche and tallarin verde."
"Really excellent restaurant. I checked out Warique a couple blocks from Urubamba and absolutely loved that as well."
"Warique! So gooooood."
#19
D'Candela
5.0
(3)
"I second D’Candela. The Ceviche Mixto and the shrimp soup with milk are particular faves of mine."
"There’s also D’Candela on Irving and Elston that has incredible tamales."
"Second vote for this restaurant! So good, plus it’s Guy Fieri approved."
#20
Dr. Limón
5.0
(3)
"Dr. Limón but the one in west Kendall"
"Dr Limon is low key incredible. Great ceviche."
"Great area, amazing service and even better food."
#21
El Chalan
5.0
(3)
"El Chalan"
"El Chalan has been my fave Peruvian restaurant forever!"
"I know it's a hike but well worth the trip."
#22
Jarana
4.7
(3)
"I recommend Jarana in American Dream mall. It's pricey but worth it IMO."
"Jarana at American dream mall."
"There's an upscale Peruvian restaurant in the American dream mall, Jarana."
#23
Ají
4.7
(3)
"Aji is hands down the best choice in the area."
"Ají, by far best Peruvian restaurant in Orlando."
"Ají is the only one I know of. It’s good, but isn’t a nice sit down restaurant."
#24
Q'ero
4.7
(3)
"Q'ero is so good."
"Always loved Q'ero in Encinitas..."
"A bit farther south, but Q'ero in Encinitas is pretty good."
#25
Flama Llama
4.3
(3)
"I was going to mention Flama Llama. Bomb soltado"
"I recently tried flama llama over at convoy. It’s pretty tasty but limited."
"Flame Llama is purvian fusion."
#26
Tineo Peruvian Cafe
4.3
(3)
"The food looks AMAZING!"
"Tineo cafe in Richardson"
"Tineo Peruvian Cafe in Richardson"
#27
Tozton
4.0
(3)
"Tozton, Ancla and Caravan across the street are pretty solid."
"Tozton is pretty solid."
"We checked tozton last week, pretty solid!"
#28
Andina
4.0
(3)
"Andina is wonderful, but definitely pricey."
"Andina is one of the only pricier restaurants that is actually worth it."
"Andina but get out your wallet"
#29
Inca
5.0
(2)
"The Peruvian Whole Chicken and their shrimp dishes are great and they are good people."
"They had great Pollo Saltado and Lomo Saltado. Makes my mouth water thinking about it."
#30
Nazca Kitchen
5.0
(2)
"I’ll second the Ceviche at Nazca kitchen."
"I just ate there for the first time and it is awesome."
#31
Eli’s
5.0
(2)
"Eli’s in San Diego is the best. Alicia Keys even eats there!"
"Eli’s in City Heights…everywhere else is a bust."
#32
Parrilladas Dany
5.0
(2)
"God I love their pisco sours!!! I also recommend Parrilladas Dany on like 48th/49th street."
"Parrilladas Dany in Union city is really good!"
#33
Garibaldi’s
5.0
(2)
"I will forever bang the drum for Garibaldi’s. It is the best!"
"Girabaldis in Parsippany is my favorite Lomo saltado."
#34
Tu Casa
5.0
(2)
"Their lamb and fried chicken is so mouth watering."
"Tu Casa and La Coya in the Forest Hills/Kew Gardens area. La Coya is especially excellent - went there for ceviche and cocktails, great decor and vibe in addition to the BEST ceviche I've had in NYC."
#35
Don Pollo Metropolitan
5.0
(2)
"Best Peruvian restaurant that I would recommend everyone to go to and try is Don Pollo Metropolitan, food is authentic fresh delicious and it’s so cozy and feels like home staff is so great in hospitality 100 % recommend."
"Best Peruvian restaurant that I would recommend everyone to go to and try is Don Pollo Metropolitan, food is authentic fresh delicious and it’s so cozy and feels like home staff is so great in hospitality 100 % recommend."
#36
Caravan
5.0
(2)
"The chicha morada at Caravan is everything."
"Caravan by far"
#37
Claudy's Kitchen
5.0
(2)
"They have the best roast chicken and the prices are very reasonable."
"They have the best green sauce I've had from any Peruvian place."
#38
La Granja
5.0
(2)
"La Granja"
"I drove in from San Diego and when I googled Peruvian food, la granja popped up."
#39
Griseldas
5.0
(2)
"Griseldas is the BEST for peruvian breakfast."
"Their Huancaina sauce is the best I've had in the area."
#40
La Mar
5.0
(2)
"Haven’t seen anyone say La Mar on brickell key. It’s not cheap but you will not be disappointed."
"Get their ceviche apaltado, it’s very unique and delicious. Also their pisco sours knock you on your ass."
#41
Somos
5.0
(2)
"Definitely Somos is the way to go."
"I have a few Peruvian friends who took me to Somos in The Hague."
#42
Perchi's
5.0
(2)
"Perchi's is incredible."
"If Glen Burnie isn't too far, there's a good place called Perchi's in the square. The Lomo Saltado is really good."
#43
Tierra Peru
5.0
(2)
"This place is nice. First time I tried Peruvian food, a few months ago. Was lovely."
"Tierra Peru is incredible. You won't regret it!"
#44
Caído del Cielo
5.0
(2)
"Don’t forget Caido Del Cielo in Rahway as well. No pollo a la brasa but everything else has been amazing"
"Rahway: Caido del Cielo offers the most authentic flavors."
#45
Mr. Yellow Pepper
4.5
(2)
"We really like Mr. Yellow Pepper, the jalea is really good."
"Mr. Yellow Pepper in Parsippany is really good."
#46
El Tule
4.5
(2)
"I literally redownloaded the app and logged in so that I could mention El Tule. I’m so happy to see other people like it. It’s actually just my favorite restaurant."
"I'm a fan of El Tule in Lambertville, Peruvian/Mexican fusion."
#47
Kausa
4.5
(2)
"Kausa happy hour is too good"
"Kausa in HK is pretty good"
#48
Se Salió el Pollo
4.5
(2)
"Both the Roselle Park and Perth Amboy locations are good, and it comes with the best Aji I have tried around here."
"Se Salio El Pollo in Perth Amboy!"
#49
Urubamba
4.5
(2)
"This is the answer, Urubamba a second choice"
"Urubamba and Anzuelo fino both very good and reasonably priced."
#50
Uncle Paulie's
4.5
(2)
"Uncle paulie’s.. the BEST lomo saltado"
"Uncle Paulie's in Maywood if you want to stay in Bergen County but Paterson is your best bet for the good stuff."
#51
Don Pepe
4.5
(2)
"Don Pepe in Freehold is the best! No question"
"My favorite is Don Pepe in Jamesburg"
#52
Pisco
4.5
(2)
"Seconding Pisco, came here to recommend them and I’m glad someone already has."
"Yes on Pisco's food. Nice folks too!"
#53
Salimar
4.5
(2)
"Salimar is 10/10."
"Try Salimar on Oakland."
#54
Tanta
4.5
(2)
"Tanta, hands down. Really good Peruvian food."
"Tanta is really the only place I can recommend."
#55
Pollito con Papas
4.5
(2)
"Pollito con Pappas"
"They’re a pollos a la brasa place. Great ají and rocoto, though."
#56
Eli’s Peruvian Kitchen
4.5
(2)
"Eli’s Peruvian Kitchen is pretty authentic menu and has the classics every Peruvian knows like papa a la huancaina, causa, and the desserts like lucum"
"Check out Eli's Peruvian Kitchen"
#57
Villa Peru
4.5
(2)
"Villa Peru is amazing! A little pricey but everything I've had there is cooked perfectly and beautifully."
"Villa Peru to be pretty authentic, especially the Ají sauce."
#58
Mostro
4.5
(2)
"Mostro in Passaic I think . Peruvian - Chinese . 🔥🔥🔥🔥"
"If you want Peruvian Chinese food then Mostro in Passaic the go to."
#59
Las Primas
4.0
(2)
"Las Primas on Williams"
"Las Primas on N Williams and on the spendier side there is Andina in the Pearl."
#60
Cabanita's
4.0
(2)
"Cabanita's is the place to go if you're looking for good home style lomo, aji de gallina, chupe, ceviche, papas a la huancaina."
"Cabanita's Chicken on Lombard and Ann St is pretty good too. Their sides are ridiculously fresh and good - but the chicken doesn't quite match up to Chicken Rico."
#61
Amaru
4.0
(2)
"Amaru in wicker park is great."
"Amaru in Jackson Heights (Queens) is a bit more pricy than Pio Pio Riko and converts into a dance club at nights, but their pisco sours and anticucho are divine."
#62
Wari-ke
4.0
(2)
"If you want to go for nikkei, then go to Wari-ke"
"Been here once and really liked it"
#63
Casa Peru
4.0
(2)
"I like casa peru."
"I've only been to one, Casa Peru, but I did quite like it."
#64
Victoria's Pisco Lounge
4.0
(2)
"Good grub."
"On Lake Ave in downtown Lake Worth."
#65
Santa Brasa
4.0
(2)
"Santa brasa in clifton and sabor peru in west Caldwell"
"Santa Brasa in Clifton has great lomo saltado too."
#66
Tumi
4.0
(2)
"Tumi is a pretty good spot."
"Tumi- Elizabeth"
#67
Caravan Chicken
4.0
(2)
"Decent peruvian-style chicken: Caravan Chicken"
"Caravan Chicken is where he goes around here"
#68
Wavey Ceviches
4.0
(2)
"Wavey Ceviches out here in Mississauga for casual, Pisac a bit further west in Oakville!"
"Wavey Ceviches in Mississauga for a casual spot."
#69
Avenida Peru
4.0
(2)
"Avenida is worth checking out for dinner."
"Highly recommend Avenida Peru in Belmont Cragin."
#70
Pisco Sour
3.5
(2)
"Pisco Sour has the most authentic flavor overall but I've always had terrible service there and it's a bit out of my way."
"The service sucks but the food is good!! Great ceviche."
#71
Ancla
3.0
(2)
"I really liked ancla. they have good prices during happy hour."
"Avoidable: Ancla, overpriced and poor representation of Peruvian cuisine."
#72
The Brasa Bar & Grill
5.0
(1)
"The Brasa Bar & Grill on Coit Rd is my go to for a whole Peruvian chicken and two sides. Green sauce is excellent too!"
#73
Sanguchería Peruvian Street Food
5.0
(1)
"Sangucheria Peruvian street food in Tierrasanta is delicious, clean, and the owners/staff are super nice."
#74
Inka Pollo
5.0
(1)
"Inka Pollo is 🔥"
#75
La Mar, La Picantería, Pescados Capitales
5.0
(1)
"As in best quality probably La Mar, La Picantería or Pescados Capitales."
#76
Miski Mikuy
5.0
(1)
"Miski Mikuy tiene un pulpo a la parrilla increíble."
#77
Cocina de mi Casa
5.0
(1)
"They have the best ceviche and leche de Tigre in Dallas."
#78
Planet Chicken
5.0
(1)
"Planet Chicken in Dunellen is amazing."
#79
Sol Chicken
5.0
(1)
"Sol Chicken in Union City on Bergenline & 29th is phenomenal."
#80
Lena y Carbon (III)
5.0
(1)
"We get delivery from Lena y Carbon (III) in Passaic. Choros a chalaca and papa y huancaina are my go-to."
#81
Contigo Perú
5.0
(1)
"Contigo Peru in Elmwood Park is very good."
#82
Constanera
5.0
(1)
"Constanera in Montclair is really good."
#83
Little Lima neighborhood restaurants
5.0
(1)
"Go to the Little Lima neighborhood in Paterson, there are a bunch of authentic restaurants there"
#84
Pantaleón
5.0
(1)
"It's a good ol' restaurant with good prices and good food. I've gone there for 15 years and always leave with a smile and a full stomach."
#85
Pio Pio 6
5.0
(1)
"Honestly I fuckin love Pio Pio 6 on the corner of 94th & Amsterdam."
#86
El Inka
5.0
(1)
"El Inka in Gresham has possibly the best roast chicken in town. Great place."
#87
Surfinh Bistro
5.0
(1)
"Surfinh Bistro in Brooklyn is amazing"
#88
Al Toque
5.0
(1)
"Al toque is a bangin Peruvian foot truck that's usually up in north county"
#89
Peking BBQ
5.0
(1)
"Peking BBQ in Woodside. Peruvian-Chinese fusion mainly featuring chicken, with straight up Peruvian side menu. Juicy, flavorful, and don’t forget the green sauce."
#90
Don Ceviche
5.0
(1)
"I really like Don Ceviche in the East Village. Excellent lomo saltado"
#91
Inti
4.0
(1)
"Inti on alberta on 34th.. kinda spendy but awesome food."
#92
Waku Chicken
4.0
(1)
"I like Chicken Rico, but I prefer Waku Chicken (formerly Pollo Real) on Lombard across from the soon-to-be-gone Santoni's."
#93
Anzuelo fino
4.0
(1)
"Urubamba and Anzuelo fino both very good and reasonably priced."
#94
La Llamita Sanguchera
4.0
(1)
"I had some awesome chicken & pork sandwiches at a little place off Coit & Spring Valley."
#95
Chipe Libre
1.5
(2)
"Chipre Libre is nice but an expensive tourist trap."
"Naa el Chipe Libre es malardo, me dio la sensación de trampa pa turistas"
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