"We began with the Parihuela (Seafood Soup) priced at over $20. The broth was decent, but the other ingredients were lacking. The diced potatoes felt more like a filler than a genuine addition, which detracted from the dish’s overall concept. The calamari rings seemed prepackaged and typical of many Peruvian restaurants, coming off bland and chewy. Overall, the Parihuela was average, earning 3 stars.
Next, we tried the Peruvian Paella for $20. Traditional paella, originating from Spain, involves a careful, time-consuming preparation with saffron and authentic components. This green variation would likely disappoint true paella fans, as rice dominated around 85% of the plate, with peas and carrots making up the small remainder. This dish fell short on every level, deserving 2.5 stars.
The ceviche, at $18.50, was the highlight. Although there was some disagreement about whether the fish was truly sea bass, it stood out as the best of the three dishes, rating 3.5 stars.
Lucuma Ice Cream, priced at $6 each, is common everywhere but was tasty and refreshing here, warranting 3 stars.
Chicha Morada, a traditional purple corn drink, cost $3.50. The water was fresh, and the restrooms were well-maintained.
Service was friendly, though notably, no Peruvian staff were present during our visit. Many diners seem to enjoy this spot, but it felt somewhat removed from authentic cuisine. Overall, I’d give the restaurant 3 stars."
Sweet Plantains
