I came here on a Monday for lunch. The staff is friendly. The restaurant was busy but service was quick. I had the arroz chaufa and it was delicious. The sausage and chicken was cooked perfect and there was plenty within the fried rice. The side salad was great and the cilantro dressing they made was perfect with it and the arroz chufa. The plantains were also very delicious so I highly recommend. They were so good and cooked perfectly. They weren't too sweet either. You do need to empty your trays and put them up before leaving so don't leave them on the table. read more

Alpaca Chicken - Arroz Chaufa - Peruvian Near Me - Raleigh, North Carolina

This Alpaca location is in Brier Creek, which makes it very easy for me to get to from North Raleigh. Being in Brier Creek also means ample parking, I parked right out front. I stopped in on a Tuesday to introduce a buddy to Alpaca. Since my family's tastes don't really run in this direction, I usually come either on my own or with a friend when I get the chance. I've been visiting this particular location off and on for years. I ordered my usual: ¼ chicken plate Black beans and rice (with the beans over the rice) Plantains Unsweetened iced tea with lemon Total was $15.18 + tax and tip. As always, the food was excellent and the service was as well. No matter which Alpaca location I've visited, though this one is my regular, the experience has been remarkably consistent. They staff generously which allows for excellent service with people who seem to care, and the food is thoughtfully prepared. I also appreciate that this location has expanded; seating used to be a challenge, and now it's a friendly, lively, and comfortable space. While everything on the plate is good, I'll be honest: what I most look forward to every time is the black beans and rice. Even though I grew up eating them, it's surprisingly hard to find black beans with this much depth and flavor. Alpaca does them exceptionally well, and I really appreciate that. I always enjoy my visits here when I get the chance. read more

Service was great, and there was not a long wait time to receive my food. The restaurant was colorful and clean, but the meat in the Chaufa rice was scarce. The meat had been chopped to minced pieces of meat. That was a shame, since the Chaufa rice is around $13. The crowd was steady. I recommend this restaurant, but I recommend chicken, rice, chicken noodle soup, and beans, instead of the Chaufa meal. Check it out! read more

Alpaca Chicken - Chaufa - Peruvian Near Me - Raleigh, North Carolina

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I had seen a few of these in the Raleigh area on my visit. The night I was staying at the Westin I walked over to this huge outdoor mall and found Aplaca and decided to give it a try. Honestly, roasted chicken sounded great. I had a difficult time understanding what the woman behind the counter was asking me. Thankfully, the young man cutting the chicken could tell me. The chicken is flavorful and moist. The rice is perfect and took me back to Peru. Place is order food at a counter, get a tray, pay for it and sit down. Bust your own tables. I was able to get a glass for water. Overall, I would come back if in the area. I wish I spoke Spanish to communicate with staff better. read more

Alpaca Chicken - Meal 1/2 Chicken with rice & black beans - Peruvian Near Me - Raleigh, North Carolina

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Rating based on: consistency, cleanliness, quality, taste, and presentation YO FAMO, LET ME PUT Y'ALL ONTO ALPACA CHICKEN IN BRIER CREEK LIKE IT'S THE NEXT BIG META IN GAMING - THIS SPOT IS STRAIGHT FIRE AND EARNING THAT 5-STAR RATING FROM ME, NO CAP! As a food boss who's vibe checked spots left and right, this Peruvian joint is based AF - ambience super clean like a fresh wipe-down on your setup, and customer service? Impeccable, treating you like the MVP without glazing! It's giving extraordinary energy without any cheugy vibes, and the place stays packed but consistent like your go-to playlist! Now let it cook on what I smashed: That LOMO SALTADO? SHEEEESH! Stir-fried beef with onions, tomatoes, soy sauce, and french fries over rice for like $15-16 - juicy, scrumptious beef that's bussin' harder than a viral TikTok, no mid flavors here! The CHARCOAL CHICKEN (quarter white meat) with FRENCH FRIES and YUCCA FRIES? Magnificent and delicious, chicken so juicy and charred it's giving dope perfection - way better than any simp fast food ratio! Don't sleep on them SWEET PLANTAINS - luscious and caramelized like they ate and left no crumbs! The ALPACA PERUVIAN CHARCOAL CHICKEN? Same fire level, extraordinary tenderness that hits different! Washed it down with HORCHATA, that creamy rice-based drink with cinnamon - so rad and refreshing it's like gaslighting your thirst away! And the CHICHA MORADA? Dope purple corn vibes that's delicious without being too sweet! For the closer, that TRES LECHES CAKE? Sponge cake soaked in three milks with whipped cream - scrumptious and magnificent, portion so juicy you'd simp for seconds! Real talk, if you're sleeping on this for some cringe processed junk, you're taking an L + ratio - pull up, feast like a king, and thank me later! This spot is straight bussin' and based! Pro tip: Hit it during peak hours for that fresh-off-the-grill energy, and snag extra YUCCA FRIES - game changer! read more

Alpaca Chicken - Peruvian Near Me - Raleigh, North Carolina

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I've tried this place a few times and it has always been solid. They have daily specials which provides an opportunity to try different menu items. I've had the chicken tacos ( good but a bit too much liquid inside. It dripped out like water, but the chicken was flavorful.). I've also tried the chicken dish with the rice and sautéed veggies. Again, solid. No fanfare. The plantains were good with nice caramelization. My mom seemed to enjoy her steak dish as well. It's definitely on the better and healthier end of fast food. Service is fast and friendly and there's plenty of indoor and outdoor seating and easy parking. I want to try the half chicken and a few other menu items so I'll be back. Oh. They give you French fries with just about everything. The only problem is that on some of the dishes they put the other menu items on top of the fries making them soggy. So yeah. read more

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I've been to alpaca plenty of times, first time at this location and it was busy for a Wednesday night . I just got the vegetarian plate and upgraded two of my sides to premium. Line moved quick inside but they are a bit pricey for the vegetarian plate it was $11 and some change, I enjoyed my food like always. read more

Alpaca Chicken - Peruvian Near Me - Raleigh, North Carolina

One of the most consistent restaurants in the triangle. You never get a bad meal here. Everyone is always nice and cordial and there's ample room to find somewhere to eat, unless it's dinner time. Haha read more

I wish I could move this restaurant into my house. I had dark meat half chicken, plantains, and tres leches cake. The green sauce with the chicken sealed the deal. Best chicken I've ever had. This place is beyond amazing. read more

Alpaca Chicken - Dark meat half chicken, plantains, and tres leches cake. - Peruvian Near Me - Raleigh, North Carolina

Love this place for fast casual chicken and other Peruvian food. The chicken is so flavorful. Staff is always friendly and efficient.

The most inconsistent Alpaca location - food is usually fine but they run out of chicken pieces late in the day, and the freshness of sides varies. I also have no issue with unisex/family restrooms, but having only two single stall restrooms for a large restaurant is inadequate. Today, late on a Sunday, the whole restaurant was badly in need of a cleaning - numerous tables needing cleared, sauces all over the condiment bar, out of forks, etc. There was ample staff milling about that could have improved things. Not a pleasant visit. read more

Absolutely looooove this place! I came here on a Wednesday and ordered their Special of the Day - Chop Chop. It was so delicious, the only bad thing is that it's ONLY on Wednesday's! But a great restaurant nonetheless and always busy, that's how you KNOW it's good. read more

Alpaca Chicken - Chop Chop (Wednesday Special) - Peruvian Near Me - Raleigh, North Carolina

Over two years later, still 5/5 stars. The staff are SO friendly. This place is always slammed but everyone is so nice! The food remains amazing and unlike other places during Covid land and inflation land, this place did not scale back their portions. Still favorites: chicken, green beans, maduros. The yellow sauce is the best comfort food ever. And the green sauce never disappoints. Interior is always super clean and just feels fresh and bright. Parking is well typical of Brier Creek but they have to go spots up front if you order online for carry out. read more

Not sure if a few extra charcoal bricks were added, but the flavor, on this particular visit, was amplified. Tender and flavorful! One cooked chicken is $16.00 without sides - delicious and affordable. Alpaca Davidson Ave vs Alpaca Brier Creek: 5 out 5 read more

Delicious chicken at this outlet of local chain. The store in Briar Creek is sleek and modern. About a dozen tables inside. Salsa music plays just a little too loudly, decor is bright and colorful. Service is cafeteria-style, food from the service line is collected at the cashier; food from the kitchen is delivered to the table. Service is quick and friendly. The chicken is cooked rotisserie-style over charcoal. Skin is gloriously crunchy with just a hint of the charcoal smoke. Meat is juicy and tender, cooked perfectly. The quarter chicken is a breast and a wing; enough for lunch, but you'll want more for dinner. There are many sides to choose from, I selected rice and beans and plantains. A ladle of long-simmered, perfectly seasoned black beans is served over scoop of sticky white. Delicious, though could have used a sprinkle of chopped onions. Plantains, one of my favorites, are glazed and fried to sticky, sweet perfection. If you're craving hot, fresh, perfect rotisserie chicken, this is your spot. read more

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Great chicken spot! Super flavorful and filling, loved the side options. Very reasonable price. Healthy and good quality meal! Would recommend. read more

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I met my boyfriend up here for lunch yesterday. This location is much smaller than the one I frequent in Garner. I ordered the 1/4 white chicken with yuca fries and rice and beans. My boyfriend ordered 1/4 white with fries and corn. When I was ordering I felt rushed by the employees working behind the counter. When I sat down to eat, I realized I was given dark meat instead of white. I was bummed but I didn't feel like complaining so I just dealt with it. The rice and beans and yuca fries were excellent. But from now on, I'm sticking with the Garner location. read more

Alpaca Chicken - Peruvian Near Me - Raleigh, North Carolina

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I finally checked out Alpaca today for lunch and I'm very satisfied. They offer large portions and high quality Peruvian plates. I decided on the 1/2 chicken, chicken soup, tostones and a house salad that I never received. The food was very flavorful and fresh, so I will not cry over the missing salad. There was so much food for the money I can save some for dinner. The soup was ok. What I really enjoyed was how moist and flavorful the roasted chicken was. It was perfectly charred to perfection with a smoked flavor. The tostones were also very good. What I enjoy most when dining Peruvian is the flavorful sauces. The green being my favorite. I believe it's jalapeño. It gives the food some kick. I enjoy dipping my tostones and chicken in the green sauce. I will definitely return when I'm not up for cooking at home. read more

Alpaca Chicken - Tostones1/1/2 Chicken With Chicken Soup - Peruvian Near Me - Raleigh, North Carolina

Delicious food. Hopping place. I had the Friday special. Husband had pollo saltado. Only diet pepsi for diet drinks. Liked real plates and forks. read more

Food: 3.5 Service: 4.5 Ambience: 2 Order: Arroz Chaufa substitute salad for fries Date/Time: 1/8/2022 6:30pm Crowd: 3/4 full + 10 in line It was tough giving the overall rating this restaurant due to the varied levels of performance in each category. The service was highest in my opinion with just about every staff member being nice, efficient and focused. Whenever I walked up to ask for something, they immediately acknowledged me and took care of it. They kept the self serve area clean but what did surprise me was the utensils being in that area rather than either being provided when served or stocked with "to go" utensils. The Arroz Chaufa was good but the fries were thick fries and not very crispy so more potato-y and no spice (salt or otherwise). The place itself was tightly packed with booths on the outer perimeter of the dining area and packed in table/chairs on the interior. The booths are small so 4 people was a snug fit. And the noise level was incredibly high to the point a conversation was a challenge. I would recommend it but for take out only. read more

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Love this place I probably wouldn't eat inside, but the food is incredible and the sauces are on another level

Food was great. The flavors are always so delicious. Service friendly. Always a nice meal when we visit town.

My order: 1/4 Dark Chicken with rice, green beans and fries This is my GO TO order. I like to use the green sauce and that's it. No need for extra salt, pepper, or sauces. The spice in the green sauce just kicks the meal up a notch. The fries are hand cut so they're always crunchy outside and full of fluffy potato inside. If you're in the mood for a quick and delicious meal don't hesitate to stop in for lunch or dinner! read more

Food is very good. Tried the dark chicken, rice, corn, black beans, plantains. Everything was well seasoned. The place is clean and bright. Plenty of tables. The staff was nice. read more

Alpaca Chicken - Peruvian Near Me - Raleigh, North Carolina

I get lunch here at least once a week because the CHICKEN IS JUST SO GOOD. The daily specials are my favorite and include a free drink. Taco Tuesday and Chop Chop bowl Wednesday are my jam. The Peruvian sauces are all homemade and not to be missed. The green sauce is a delicious blend of spice and cilantro and the yellow is creamy and tangy so do not leave without hitting up the sauce station!!! Lunch is BUSY. The staff is amazing but you can skip the line if you call ahead. Plus they have biodegradable to-go packaging!! read more

Alpaca Chicken - Wednesday Chop Chop Special - Peruvian Near Me - Raleigh, North Carolina

This place was pretty busy when I went for lunch. But they move the line fast. It was the lunch crowd so lots of moving around . But the food was so good , I've actually had this type of food in Peru and I enjoyed this just as much. I would love to go back and try more items on the menu. It's pretty much a fast food place but they food tastes like they took lots of time to make it. I highly recommend this restaurant. read more

Alpaca Chicken - 1/4 Dark Chicken/Hand Cut Fries/Plantain - Peruvian Near Me - Raleigh, North Carolina

We ordered takeout online at this Alpaca location. I ordered the quarter white rotisserie chicken with two sides (rice topped with black beans and corn) and a beverage (the chi cha morada) and my husband ordered the half white rotisserie chicken with two sides (rice topped with black beans and maduros). The chicken was so moist and packed so much flavor. The food and drink were so good, I am really enjoying all of these Alpaca locations. read more

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I was waiting at this restaurant for my friend to arrive and the door never stopped opening and closing. And it was 4 o'clock in the afternoon and this continued for hours as we sat outside and watched the steady stream of traffic frequent this establishment. I have eaten at other alpaca restaurants throughout the area and they are all consistent with their food preparation, taste and there overall satisfaction. The meals are simple yet delicious and I have yet to be disappointed at one of these restaurants. The roasted chicken is cooked to perfection it's moist and flavorful. Check out one of their locations you won't be disappointed. read more

Alpaca Chicken - Peruvian Near Me - Raleigh, North Carolina

Have enjoyed some tasty chicken lunches here! This is rotisserie-style chicken, nicely seasoned. It's good to have some healthier options in "fast food" type dining establishments. read more

I highly recommend the yucca, crispy with great flavor. Fast and friendly staff and I will definitely return.

Food is great. DO NOT ORDER THROUGH GRUB HUB. Grub Hub sucks to start with - advertised delivery in 20 minutes. 2 FREAKIN HOURS LATER and I still don't have my food. Alpaca management gives a rats ass for online orders - no help at all. Worst of all - this is the second time this has happened!! I'm the stupid one for going back again. Food is very good but go and get it yourself. read more

This place is super packed during lunch. As tasty as the food is, I can see why! I've been multiple times, but during my last visit, I chose to try something different. I had the chicken salad and it was soooo good. I was a little leery, but think I have found my new favorite dish there. read more

Alpaca Chicken - Bigger inside than it looks - Peruvian Near Me - Raleigh, North Carolina

I'm glad to see Alpaca continuing to expand in this area - our family always enjoys it. My last visit to this location was on a busy Thursday evening with the line being extremely long. Thankfully, they have the option to order online which is what I ended up doing. I usually get chicken with yucca fries and maduros (sweet plantains). The chicken and plantains were good, but the yucca fries were overcooked / over-fried, making them extremely hard in texture and honestly difficult to eat. I don't frequent this Alpaca location, so I'm not sure if this was a one-off event and consistency was just not there that day. But otherwise, the food was good. read more

First off, food was so incredibly full of flavor. Even the napkins are named. Such a cute deli style food place. Can see into the kitchen area with the heavenly scents of the chicken. Yummy. Place was clean and even had real silverware. The drink option also contained a soda from Peru called inca kola. Reminds me of bubblegum cream soda. So good. Glad I tried a new restaurant. read more

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I like eating here as an alternative to fast food. It's a little pricier than typical fast food, but I always feel better eating here because indeel like I have eaten "real food". Great chicken, really good sides, love the sauces. Staff is always very fast and friendly. read more

Society is nuts. People have 1 starred this place because their chicken had a little pink on the outside. It's supposed to you spoiled dumbasses. The food is great and the service is excellent! I weep for society. read more

I love this new location of theirs!!! Alpaca has become our go to for good, quick food. Their pricing helps seal the deal. My favorite drink is the horchata. It is pretty sweet and is more of a dessert. Their chicken is always very tasty. I tend to get maduros as a side because I have a sweet tooth but any side is good! Their staff has been reliable, fast and accurate as well. read more

Chicken here is 5 star. I would give it 25 stars if possible. Chicken soup and salad are good, do not like most of the other sides. I always eat in and service is usually quick, though sometimes they can be slow on the cash registers because they have to deal with all the takeout orders. I wish they could have a dedicated person just to handle takeout orders. What I really don't like is the ambience. The place is usually crowded l, cramped and always noisy. The tables often are not busted, and you have to clean your own table. it's unpleasant to eat in. The restaurant on Capitol Boulevard has three times the eating space. But so what, the food is so good that I would eat it in the bathroom if I had to. read more

Good food for a good price. This place is for a quick fully bite. Service; 9/10. Great workers The environment is nice but I got takeout. read more

We actually happened in here by chance when there was a 30 minute wait to get into another restaurant. It actually turned out perfecly! First time visiting after wanting to try Peruvian chicken for ages! The ordering area is a bit tight with the social distancing during a busy time, just be forewarned. Once you place your order it's filled immediately and off you go to the social distanced tables if eating in or out the door if carrying out. Of course if you choose a custom order it's takes a little longer. The price is incredible for what you get and the quality of the food. For instance, a quarter chicken with two sides is just $7.49. I think that's a bargain! They also have daily specials. The drinks and dipping sauces are self serve. So the flavor of the chicken is absolutely delicious!! It "Pollo a la Brasa" style rotisserie chicken which is marinated and slow cooked over natural wood charcoal in a custom-made rotisserie oven. It really is delectable and if you haven't tried it yet, do! Personally I can't wait to return! read more