With so many positive Yelp reviews, we had to try this place out!…read more Lomo Saltado - asked for medium rare and definitely came out way more cooked than we would have liked, but it was still good, but could have been better. Ceviche Clasico Mixto - yummy! I don't think you can go wrong with their ceviches. They seem to experts in making ceviches. Mofongo Pulpo Anticuchero - the grilled octopus was soooo good! Chicharron de Pescado - this was sooo good! Our server was super nice and attentive. Thank you! Definitely would come here again.

We visited Bongos Restaurant for my brother's birthday after he mentioned it had great reviews…read more What caught his attention was the fusion of Peruvian and Puerto Rican cuisine, and since we're originally from Peru, we always love trying new Peruvian spots. The restaurant itself is cute and well-decorated, and it wasn't busy when we visited (Thursday around 6:30PM). Our server was friendly and attentive, and when we asked where the chef was from, she said Peru--which we later found out wasn't true (an important detail you'll soon see why). Food & Experience We ordered a variety of dishes to try: What we loved: * Sushi Acevichado - Great flavor and well-prepared. * Torta de Chocolate & Mousse de Maracuyá - Both desserts were delicious. What disappointed us: * Sopa de Pollo - The soup was loaded with potatoes, which wasn't an issue, but when we asked if it could be split into two bowls, the server said no. Instead, she offered to bring an extra bowl for us to do it ourselves, which felt like an odd policy. * Lomo Saltado - The charcoal flavor was so overpowering that it wasn't enjoyable, and the fries didn't taste homemade. * Aeropuerto - Not to my liking at all. The chicken was overcooked, and the chaufa's flavor was off, likely due to a different soy sauce (siyau) being used. * Trio (Fried Calamari, Chaufa de Pollo, Ceviche de Pescado) - The fried calamari arrived cold and gooey, the chaufa had the same flavor issue as the Aeropuerto, and the ceviche was just okay. When the chef came to our table, we asked what part of Peru he was from--and that's when we found out he wasn't actually Peruvian. This might explain why some of the traditional Peruvian flavors were missing or off. Would we come back? Probably not. There are so many better Peruvian restaurants we've tried. If we're in the area, we might consider giving it another shot with different dishes, but we wouldn't go out of our way to visit again. (Nice atmosphere, good desserts, but underwhelming Peruvian flavors.)

My boyfriend and I decided to stop at this establishment for brunch on our drive back home and are…read moreso happy we did! The workers were extremely welcoming and they even greeted us with a complimentary dry champagne because it was our first visit. Nate our server was very attentive and knowledgeable. The maitre'd Neal checked on us as well and that made us feel even more at home. I ate the eggs benedict and it's a nice twist using jamón ibérico and melt in your mouth biscuit. My boyfriend ate the prime rib that had a dry rub and made specifically only for brunch which he said was divine. We can't wait to come back and checkout what more they have to offer. If you're ever in the Lakeland area definitely be sure to give them a shot!

My second dining experience at this restaurant and I was not disappointed. My first time was in…read more2024. The reason was the restaurant just happened to be the year of my birth. How sweet. Not knowing what to expect, we made reservations and were greeted with pleasantries, immediately seated, and welcomed. The octopus was smoky and tender. Just right-at least that's what little red riding hood said . I don't remember much else because food kept coming and I kept eating. We had the best service that night and the owner came and spoke with us. He told us the reason behind the name which is when his family came to the US. Fast-forward to July 2, 2026, I visited Lakeland, to see my mom who lives there. The hotel happened to be down the block from Nineteen61. My mom's appetite had waned. I was concerned but knew if she got what she wanted it would help her to regain her appetite. She wanted an entire snapper. Not many restaurants serve the whole fish (head and all). I called and, what do you know, they serve deep-fried yellowtail snapper. The whole fish. Reservations for 8:30pm the same night and we arrived at 8:10 p and were immediately seated. I had the miso salmon, hubby had the rack of lamb, and mom got her fish. We added ripe plantains and started with the calamari. It was not bready. Just the right amount of dusting for a crunchy texture. But the sauce was tangy and sweet-so good. Oh, the salad-nix the cheese. The dressing is amazing. My husband ordered the Riesling, and I got the moscato. Mom went with a strawberry daiquiri. Here is where things get interesting. We are sweet wine drinkers and the Rieslings we are used to are sweet. This was dry. So the server gave him a taste of the moscato and he went with that. I don't know what they do with wine when you send it back-so I opted to keep the glass of Riesling and mix it with my Moscato. I cannot explain the result. Suffice to say we both enjoyed the mixture. The restaurant was busy. That is always a good problem to have. The servers and bus teams worked swiftly and maneuvered among the diners, crisscrossing through the ravines created by the tables with finesse. We received a ample attention and we needed it-adding and asking for condiments to which they supplied. The bar was amptly stocked and the decor inside the restaurant captures the history. What was more appealing was the size of the restaurant made it feel like you were dining in your own private nook. Yes, I would return to Nineteen61 again and again. Worth it!

I've been dying to try Huarike Peruvian Cuisine, the somewhat new restaurant in downtown Clermont…read moreever since they opened, but life kept getting in the way. As a huge fan of Peruvian cuisine, I've eaten at many restaurants in California, New Jersey, and New York, so I was excited to see how this one compared. I stopped in for lunch on Monday with a friend and ordered the Lomo Saltado with fried eggs and sweet plantains (well worth the extra cost), along with their garlic rice. My verdict? It was hands down the best Lomo Saltado I've ever had. The rich, savory sauce, incredibly tender beef, and perfectly sweet plantains were absolutely amazing. I almost licked the plate clean! The portion was huge, and even though I should have taken some home, it was just too good to stop eating. The fried egg took it to another level, and the garlic rice may have been the best rice I've ever had. Trust me--when an Asian guy tells you the rice is incredible, you know it's good! For dessert, I ordered the Tres Leches Tiramisu with flaming rum, and I had to record it because the presentation was so impressive. I honestly couldn't believe how delicious it was. Every bite was pure heaven. I've been dreaming about that dessert for days! The service was just as memorable as the food. Our waitress, Julianna, was warm, professional, and made the entire experience special. Her dessert presentation was outstanding. The owner needs to give her a raise--and whatever you do, don't let her leave! Manager Diana also stopped by our table to check on us. She was so friendly and funny, and together they made us feel like family. The restaurant itself is beautiful. The decor is elegant and romantic, complete with a fireplace inside and a gorgeous outdoor patio that gave off serious Miami vibes. A+ all around. Unfortunately I was with a dude so there was absolutely no romantic vibe This place exceeded every expectation I had. Amazing food, incredible desserts, outstanding service, and a beautiful atmosphere. I can't wait to bring my whole family back. Thank you for being part of the Clermont community. You've definitely earned a loyal customer!

I love Peruvian food and Huarike has been on my list since they opened end of last year. We finally…read moremade the trek out to Clermont to have lunch here on a Sunday. It was pretty busy during that time and you can tell this is a popular spot among locals in the area. They have both indoor and outdoor patio seating, but we opted for inside since it was such a hot day and our son was with us. We ordered some yuca for my son to nibble on and we started off with some of their signature cocktails. My husband got their Origen classic Peruvian sour and I went with the Tropical Passion which is a passion fruit version of the classic. Both drinks were beautiful. I love the frothiness this cocktail gets from the egg white and it was very refreshing. I was craving ceviche and I was happy to see that they have a whole ceviche bar menu with different selections to choose from. They all sounded amazing, but I decided to go with the servers recommendation and got the mixed Aji Amarillo Ceviche which contains fish, shrimp, octopus, and calamari in aji amarillo tiger milk, with onion, cilantro, sweet potato and peruvian corn. It was a huge serving and more than enough for me to eat as my meal (since I was not planning on sharing, haha). The tiger milk was perfection which is one the main things I love about Peruvian ceviche. All the seafood was tender and fresh - even the calamari rings which I am particular about. My husband got their signature Fettuccine Huancaina which is lomo saltado (steak) served over fettuccine with huancaina sauce and pecorino cheese. It was delicious and he loved every bite. Sadly, we were too stuffed for dessert but those also sounded amazing. Next time! The staff was so friendly and accommodating -- we'll definitely be back.

10/10- you won't be disappointed!!…read more I can't stress enough how amazing this experience was. I had been to a Peruvian restaurant in West Palm Beach a couple of months ago and absolutely loved it, so I've been on the hunt for something local that could compare. This place did not disappoint. Don't feel intimidated by the menu--just go for it. Everything we tried was incredible. We started with the ceviche platter, which included three different varieties. Honestly, it was more like an entrée for four than an appetizer, but it was so good we couldn't stop eating it. For our main courses, my husband ordered the beef stew and I had the shredded chicken. The flavors and textures were unbelievable--everything tasted like it had been slow-cooked for hours. Rich, comforting, and perfectly seasoned. We both had Pinot Grigio, although next time we'll probably just go for a bottle. Our bill came to around $130, which felt completely reasonable for the quality of the food and overall experience. Take a chance on this place--you won't be disappointed.

Lots of options in a varied menu. Appetizers are plentiful (a little pricey for the quantity) and…read moremain dishes are a good, healthy size. Presentation is incredible. The place is clean, not huge, and still looks new. Staff is professional and friendly. Will have to return to try more dishes.

Found this place by chance, While hungry hits on our way…read morehome from a Miami drive... The service was good- friendly. Loved the llamas everywhere friendly wooden looking floors. Rustic look - definitely felt homey. The food was good. Really liked the anticucho (beef skewers)with the papa à la huancaina- potatoes and the yellow sauce delicious Saw they have a dancing floor that would love to checkout in the near future Great location and parking around

We originally were walking to the restaurant next door but saw this place and it was very inviting…read more I walked in to check out the menu and received a warm invitation from our waitress, Valerie. We decided to stay for lunch - the pictures on the menu do not do this place justice. The food looked even BETTER when it came out. The food was hot, delicious, very generous portions and some of the best sauces I've ever had. My only disappointment is that they do not make you aware of the charge for refills. I think $3.00 for an iced tea refill is a little excessive. But it was a small price to pay for the overall experience.

Excellent service Excellent food…read more Very accommodating It was a pleasure eating Delicious food Pricing was good

My son and his wife just had a healthy baby boy. So I…read moredecided to take them rotisserie chicken and thought about Lima. I ordered 1 and 1/12 chickens and got 4 sides. Rice and beans and yucca fries. My son is a picky eater and is not a big ethnic food person. He LOVED it! He took a plate to his wife and she said it was awesome. The chicken was tender and well seasoned. The beans and rice had a very flavorful taste and the yucca fries were yummy. I had called in the order about 3 pm for me to pick up at 6 and it wasn't ready but they had it ready in 5 minutes. So far everything we have tried had been awesome! Sorry, no pictures as we were very hungry and just started digging in....lol.

We had an incredible dinner at Aji Ceviche in Sarasota! We ordered the Jalea and the Fettuccini…read moreMariscos, and both dishes were absolutely outstanding. The Fettuccini Mariscos was rich, creamy, and incredibly flavorful. The seafood was perfectly cooked--tender, fresh, and plentiful--and the creamy sauce was so delicious that we wanted to savor every bite. The Jalea was just as impressive, with perfectly breaded seafood that was light, crispy, and cooked to perfection. A special thank you to our server, Andres, who made our dining experience exceptional. He was attentive, professional, and genuinely welcoming from the moment we arrived until the very end of our meal. His service struck the perfect balance of being attentive without ever feeling intrusive, and he made us feel truly well taken care of. If you're looking for outstanding Peruvian cuisine in Sarasota, Aji Ceviche is a must-visit. Between the incredible food and the excellent service, we'll definitely be coming back!

The drinks weren't all that great, but the food was outstanding. Paella was memorable, service…read moreoutstanding.

I went here on 12 Aug 26 after seeing a recommendation on social media. When I arrived, there was…read moreplenty of parking outside and on the inside it was nice and not crowded at all. I ordered a whole rotisserie chicken to go. I think in all, it was about $16 - $17. It was about half the cost of a whole chicken I had bought a few days earlier that was cooked over coals. So, in price comparison, this was better. But, for the price, you are only getting a whole chicken with no sides or drinks. It came with two sauces on the side. The chicken was moist and had good flavor, about what you would expect from a rotisserie chicken. The sauces were ok, but nothing I was wild about. Overall, I would go here again. While the style of the cook was Peruvian, I didn't taste anything different/unique about the chicken except for the sauces, which were merely ok. If you live closer to a big box store and regularly eat rotisserie chicken , I'd go and get their rotisserie chicken as that is roughly 1/3 of the cost of this.

My first time eating Peruvian food and I have truly been MISSING OUT!!!…read more This is a spot tucked off a main road, but worth checking out. Super friendly staff and a cute space with plenty of seating. Specializing in rotisserie chicken, they really know what they're doing here! Everything we had was absolutely delicious. A ton of flavor, fresh, and light to eat so much without feeling stuffed. The half chicken and Cuenellis Special gave us a perfect mix of everything the menu offers. The steak over the cilantro rice with an egg is a flavor combo I love. The yuka fries and plantains were cooked perfectly. I also really loved both sauces that came with our meals.

When you walk in the eatery, you order first then sit. Fresh and delicious! My boyfriend got the…read morechicharrón sandwich and said it was the best sandwich he had ever had. The ceviche and causa were also delicious and the fish was fresh. We loved it and will be back

I am so happy that I found this place. I am originally from Peru and can say this is hands down the…read morebest Peruvian I've ever had in the US. The ceviche is exceptional! Eating the pulpo al olivo took me straight to "el club regatas" in chorrillos. Álvaro is an amazing cook and I cannot wait to come back!

I was married to a Peruvian and my daughter is Peruvian. I have been to Peru and have learned to…read morecook many Peruvian dishes. We very much enjoyed the fresh freshness of the food. My daughter got the Lomo Saltado and I got shrimp the ceviche and causa. Everything was fresh and tasty. The ceviche was missing the camote and the choclo but it was so fresh and delicious I didn't mind. Would absolutely come back again. Our server was friendly and attentive. The chef was great and came out to talk to us when I asked if they had huacatay sauce.

Don't let the simplicity of this little restaurant fool you -- the food was delicious!…read more We stopped at El Buzo for lunch while in Cocoa Beach and were pleasantly surprised. Nothing fancy, just really good, fresh food made to order. One of the things I loved learning about this place is that the chef actually goes fishing, and what he catches can become part of the menu. That made the experience even more special, especially because you could really taste the freshness of the fish. I had the fried fish fillet with rice, fries, and salad, and it was delicious. The fish was fresh, perfectly cooked, and I loved that it wasn't overloaded with seasoning. It had just enough to bring out its natural flavor. We also tried the chicken stir-fry, which was very flavorful. Everything we ordered was prepared fresh at the moment, and the portions were generous. And if you're wondering how much I liked it... just look at the picture of my empty plate. Definitely a little hidden gem in Cocoa Beach. We'll be back!