I came on Tuesday which I realized is Dim Sum Tuesday where they have discounted items from their dim sum menu! I'll have to try that next time, but this time I got the Ceviche Nikkei, Lucky 12 (4pcs of 3 different types of siu mai), and the Aji de Gallina. My favorite was the ceviche nikkei; it was so refreshing and the tuna was the perfect texture! Out of the three types of siu mai, the siu mai tradicional was my favorite. The pollo siu mai has like a salsa in it that was very unique but not my favorite. The Aji de Gallina was very hearty and comforting. The chicken pieces themselves were fine but the stew was so delicious. The real star of the show was the dessert: ponderaciones de kiwicha! The banana ice cream it comes with was phenomenal, it pairs so well with the cocoa powder! I would come back just for dessert! The ambiance is really nice! Decor is super cute, the light fixtures are really cool! Service was great! read more

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Fun little concept of Chinese and Peruvian fusion food as the name suggests. I was eating by myself so I tried passionate fruit juice and the lomo saltado, unfortunately not the Chinese fusion food. The drink and food I'd say is pretty standard. The Lomo Saltado dish, however, I'd say that it's just a bit too salty, and the beef steak is slightly overdone, but only slightly. So I'd still give it a 4/5. Overall, I thought it's a beautiful space and nice dining experience and I'd still recommend it to others, just not on the top of my list. read more

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This restaurant is by Chinatown, not far from Capital One Arena. Jose Andres has several restaurants in the District. We wanted to see how "round one" would taste before ordering other items. After serving our dish & pouring water, we didn't see the server until we were finished. He didn't ask how we were doing or if we needed anything. The atmosphere is pleasant and upbeat. There is a weekday and weekend menu. Brunch is popular on the weekend. The menu is a bit pricey. We had a nice table near the window. If you want more privacy, sit at either end of the restaurant. It gets busy and crowded in the middle. Hubby ordered an amazing pasta dish. It was flavorful and nicely plated. My quinoa was wonderful. I enjoy using lettuce to wrap items. If our server had stopped by, I would have asked for more lettuce. The desert was wonderful. The texture, flavors and plating were great. It is obvious that each dish is carefully checked before leaving the kitchen. The manager eventually stopped by. When he learned we had been ignored, he offered desert. We thought he was offering coffee as part of the apology. He was not. Our server started taking interest in us after desert, when the manager had spoken to him and we didn't need him anymore. If you don't mind spending money on a creative meal, you will find yummy dishes here. We stopped by a fast food restaurant on the way home since we didn't have that much at the restaurant. read more

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Honestly, it's average food at above average prices. The ambiance is what you're paying for here, because the space is pretty cool. I was surprised at how busy it was, despite the average tasting food. It is loud and difficult to have conversations, so that is worth considering. I got to sample quite a few dishes, and aside from Siu Mai, I don't think there's a single dish I would order again. I love Peruvian food and Chinese food, but this didn't work for me. The prices are not absurd by any means, but for the same money there's better places. Service was also really slow. Food came out decently fast, but it took forever to pay. read more

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Came here with my friend and had a delicious meal consisting of Ceviche Nikkei, Lucky 12 (4pcs of 3 different types of siu mai), and the Aji de Gallina. My favorite was siu mai! Out of the three types of siu mai, the siu mai tradicional was my favorite. The Aji de Gallina delicious but not the best I've had. I do think fusion restaurants generally are always half-good at traditional dishes and miss the mark. My friend and I were most impressed by the dessert: ponderaciones de kiwicha! The banana ice cream it comes with was DELICIOUS, it pairs so well with the cocoa powder! I would come back just for dessert and also want to try Dim Sum Tuesday discounted deals. Service was fast, and the lights inside the restaurant are super cool I loved the ambiance. Random but the bathrooms also are very interesting very on theme. read more

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I had no idea there was another José Andres spot in a two block radius - and it was worth the visit! Our server was attentive and made a great recommendation on the cauliflower when we decided to get another dish. We especially loved the ceviche Nikkei - great flavor and texture. The Hong Kong rich noodle dish was so so compared to the rest. And the dessert - yum! Tasted like caramel with passion fruit ice on top. The decor / ambiance is both modern and also low key - they have metal chairs, and funky lights. It doesn't have the higher end feel -- if that's what you want, try Zaytinya. read more

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We enjoyed our weekend brunch. We order 2 ceviches to share, a tuna and octopus. All of us loved the tuna. One didnt care for the octopus. For entrees, we ordered the cheeseburger from the brunch menu which was fantastic. We didnt care for the plantain sides though. We also shared the Concolon fried rice and added shrimp, which had really interesting spices. I would come here again. Cocktails were kind of a miss though. Waitress wasnt very familiar with the cocktail menu. read more

China Chilcano - Cheeseburger on weekend brunch menu - 5 stars. foreground is crispy pig skin with spicy sauce (free) - Peruvian Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

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We're fans of Chef José Andrés whole make the world a better place vibe and have made it our mission to try all of his DC restaurants whenever we're in town. This time up it was China Chilcano...Pervian/Asian/Spanish fusion food with lots of vegetarian options and unique things to try. We (my wife, son and I) all got variations of the tasting menu and each made different choices from the options available...and we each had different experiences. I had a bit of a "the grass is greener" experience as I tried bits of what my son had ordered and generally preferred what he got in terms of taste and texture. Universally, the food was gorgeous and presented in a photo-ready manner one would expect from this kind of establishment. The desserts were also unique and worth trying. (Often desserts at a nicer place can be standard variations of the same thing you can get anywhere...what's on the menu here is worth sticking around for as you can't get it anywhere else. I also had a Pisco Sour Cocktail...I'm a fan of trying the things that are unique to where I am...in this case, the cocktail looked and tasted great, but it had more of a standard sour vibe than anything else. If the Peruvian pisco liquor had any unique taste, I wasn't able to perceive it in this cocktail. Service was perfect. read more

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Not one of Jose Andre's best restaurants i just admit. It's probably at the same level as Jaleo. The ceviche and Hamachi was ok nothing special. My clients enjoyed their lomo saltado and tallarines saltado. My shrimp saltado was ok but a little bland. Servers were friendly and the ambiance is nice inside with fun decor throughout the restaurant which is pretty big. I'll try other places next time I'm in the nation's capital. Would recommend you do the same. read more

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Vibrant, innovative, and flat-out delicious. The fusion menu here is incredible, and the tasting menu (plus the cocktail pairing!) is 100% the way to go if you want the full experience. The service was seamless and collaborative, making for a very welcoming atmosphere despite the high energy. A perfect spot for anyone wanting to step outside their culinary comfort zone. read more

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Came here before a show at Warner Theater - a little far from the venue but not a bad walk! We started with the brussel sprouts and yucca fries - both were incredible. A bonus was their ability to accommodate for gluten allergies! For my main I got the Tam Tam with a fried egg - it was so flavorful and a perfect portion! Highly recommend for a date night or dinner with friends! read more

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Travel Check in, went to DC for dinner and it also happened to be "Restaurant Week". Super cute place, the place creates a menu with different fusions from different cultural menu items. Super exciting coming from a Foodie. Food; Restaurant Week came with three courses and a dessert. Started off with the Kam Lu Wantan, which was sooo good. All the courses were different and eclectic with flavors that burst in your mouth. I wish I took better notes on the names of the dishes, everything was fresh and delicious. We have a server recommended bottle of wine that paired perfectly with everything. Service; We sat outside with the view of the street and lights. Everyone was so helpful and friendly. read more

China Chilcano - Peruvian Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

Modern Chinese food with a flare...a bit too much flare for this girl. Beautifully decorated with an edgy cocktail menu and attentive staff. The menu is fusion meets traditional Chinese flavors. The tofu appetizer was good, crispy, light flavor with a tangy sauce. I also ordered a soy noodle dish, the noodles were shaped like coins so they were way too thick and chewy for my liking. Make sure you have a reservation, the wait is pretty long. read more

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It was exciting to try Chef Jose Andres' China Chilcano, featuring Native Criollo, Chinese Chifa and Japanese Nikkei cuisines, honoring Peru's diverse heritage. We were a group of six, so we were able to order a good sampling of dishes and share. I don't drink much, but tasted a few sips of the Chilcano, the popular and refreshing Peruvian cocktail which contains Pisco, lime, Amargo Chuncho bitters and fever-tree ginger ale---it was good! -- Dancing Yucca - Yucca fries, Aji amarillo mayo, kabayaki sauce, bonito flakes; -- Cauliflor Saltado - Wok cauliflower, cauliflower purée, green onion, chili de arbol, sesame; -- Ceviche Nikkei - Big eye tuna, soy-cured egg yolk, ponzu, puffed quinoa, avocado, jicama, red onion, furikake; -- Aji de Gallina - Peru's most precious dish! Aji Amarillo chicken stew, fresh cheese, pecans, botija olive, egg, rice; -- Lomo Saltado - Beef filet, tomato, soy sauce, Aji Amarillo peppers, potato, onions; -- Aeropuerto - Fried rice, egg noodles, crisp sweet potato, seasonal vegetable, soy bean sprouts; -- Plus, we had another dish which I didn't remember the name of, but photo included! Everything was tasty, and we all enjoyed it very much. The melding of the flavors and ingredients, and the attention to detail was really great. I especially enjoyed the Ceviche, chicken stew (Aji de Gallina), Lomo Saltado and Aeropuerto. Service was friendly and efficient, and the decor was beautiful! Ambience was great as well. Recommended. We all took a ride-share to get there, so I'm not sure about parking. read more

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Food was superb (and i treating choices you don't see everywhere) and we loved the vibe! Took a really long time to be served with really no explanation. Otherwise a fun lunch in a vibrant little section of town. Will probably come again for the food and give the service another chance to get it right. read more

China Chilcano - Peruvian Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

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Solid restaurant with flavorful and interesting dishes. Plates are a bit small, but you can still expect to be full and without leftovers. I tried the Donburi Ji Song (without avocados or cilantro) and the Tam Tam noodles. The chicken in the donburi was quite flavorful, but the portions were small. I thought there would be more chicken with the amount of rice given. The Tam Tam noodles were excellent, and I would highly recommend this dish. It combined the delicious knife-cut noodle texture with a unique spicy sauce that I thoroughly enjoyed. The restaurant overall has an interesting concept - Chinese, Japanese, and Peruvian fusion food. I would be curious to see how more of their dishes taste with this unique cultural cuisine fusion. read more

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Came on 10/29/25 for their free donburi for federal workers and this place was packed. the inside is so funky and well laid out with warm and vibrant reds and golds. We were seated fairly quickly considering it was peak lunch time (12-1230) and while we didn't get a table, the seating at the ceviche bar was enough space to get the job done. We had: Shrimp & pork dumplings - 10/10 - the texture on these were amazing and the sauce it was paired with was the perfect 50/50 for sweet and spicy. Enjoyed it so much I added it to my donburi. Donburi Ji Song - 8/10 - I'm so appreciate of Chef Andres support during the federal shutdown. To get something of this quality for free was amazing and I'd def try it again. That being said I do think they couldn't these ingredients in bulk and am not sure if it's meant to be served cold. Even cold it was amazing and filled with soooo many textures I was in heaven. I'd definitely come back to enjoy a meal in the future. read more

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4.5 stars. A very solid Jose Andres place. Right now, due to the government shutdown Feds get a free main dish at all of his places. At China Chilcano, it's one of their Donburi Rice Bowls; just pick whichever one you want if you're a Fed. My wife is and she loved her bowl-- a chicken one that was one of the specials--and I really enjoyed mine, the Donburi del Camaron, I just think it needed a little more heat (there was one arbol chile that was easy to miss and didn't add much) or maybe some more Oyster sauce. I also got no ginger zip, despite it being thinly sliced on top. The black beans seemed to be missing on mine and the rice didn't taste all that fresh. The Dancing Yucca appetizer and the Kam Lu Wantan (our server's recommendation) were both amazing. Our meal was under $80 with tip and it was a blast. Both of our mains were under $20, which does not happen in this part of DC. the appetizers were also well priced, so i'm not sure why people are complaining about the prices. Service: great Ambiance: Very nicely designed and chic. A little noisy because of all the feds eating lunch, but it was really easy to hear each other. read more

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Always amazing food and drinks; however, service is often hit or miss. TIP: The Tuesday dim sum promo is a must do. read more

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What a fun experience this was. Our table was sunken into the floor. Yes, you're reading that right it was weird having people bring your food over your head down onto the table. I thought it was silly and fun. The food was superb. Every single thing I had was great. It was explained to us that it was more topas style but I feel like the portions were a little larger than that read more

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Came here recently and dined outside. The Mojitos were quite tasty. The food portions were hilariously small. They portions were just so that you were no longer hungry, but felt as though you could have had another entrée for sure. We were wishing we had a bread basket to take the edge off. Flavors were unique and creative. Service was polite, welcoming. She did a great job at explaining the menu. Decor inside was modern and cozy. read more

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As a Peruvian American, I really enjoyed my experience! The restaurant has a fun, trendy but intimate atmosphere and the service was great! My table ordered a variety of items, my favorite being the Lomo Saltado, I didn't love the pork buns but the Lucky 12 was delicious and I loved how we could try so many items! The Yucca was a bit dry but still had good flavor! Overall a great experience in D.C.! read more

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My friend Came down from Pennsylvania to visit and we decided to splurge on dinner in celebration, so we ordered the tatami, which was a multi-course menu of the "chef's favorite dishes," which was a fusion of Peruvian, Chinese, and Japanese cuisine. The first to come out was two seafood dishes, one with octopus in a olive sauce topped with avocado. The texture of the octopus was great, and the flavors were subtle, allowing the ingredients to shine. The other, I forget what type of fish it was, was more punchy with the sauce being creamy and tangy, and topped with nice chewy pieces of maíz. The next dish to come out was a sort of mashed potato topped with crab and fish roe. It was chilled, slightly sweet, and came with a aioli-like dipping sauce. Then came the next two dishes. One was ceviche like, with tuna and jicama seasoned with soy sauce, lime, and vinegar (I'm guessing) along with a cured egg yolk that gave a nice jammy addition to the dish. Then there was the dumplings which were filled with minced pork and shrimp and deep fried, served with a tamarind sauce. Both were amazing! The food just kept coming out and now we were on the prelude to the finale. Chili wontons, quinoa salad cups, and vegetarian dumplings. I really enjoyed the chili wontons and the intensity of the doubanjiang. The other two dishes didn't leave much of an impression though. Lastly came out three entrees, lomo saltado, fried rice, and some noodles. The lomo saltado was amazing, it was like eating small pieces of steak, the quality of the meat was amazing and had a beautiful crust on it. The sauce was so savory and salty, and the fries soaked it all up. It was so good we saved the rest of it to mix in to one of the sides of rice they brought earlier. The noodles were great as well, with a spicy meat sauce and crushed peanuts on top. The fried rice had a nice subtle flavor and came topped with a variety of toppings that added nice texture. I was surprised, but apparently the meal came with two deserts as well! The first was a fried dough with banana ice cream and shaved chocolate, and the other was a caramel with passion fruit on top. Both were very creative and tasted amazing. The service was amazing, and our server was very attentive. The atmosphere of the restaurant was great as well, very beautifully decorated. It definitely was one of the more pricy meals I've eaten in my life, but was so worth it, and we were stuffed by the end! read more

This is my second time to this restaurant. The weather was so beautiful that we sat outside on the patio. They had quite a few tables outside, and they were quite roomy. I encourage you to sit outside if the weather is nice. The service was also quite attentive outside as well, which sometimes can be an issue when you are sitting on the patio. Now, to the food, my friend and I split the Awropuerto (spoiler it comes with a radish that has been shaped like an airplane) dish and the brussels sprouts. Both were absolutely delicious. I will warn you that they had a kick, both which were appreciated by me! The brussels sprouts had a sweet caramel sour spicy flavor. They were so absolutely delicious. Thinking about them now makes my mouth water. The aeropuerto dish was like your standard fried rice, but it had a kick to it and was a step above your expectations, with fried plaintain strips which elevated the taste layers. I really appreciated my dinner here. As an added, the restaurant itself is extremely beautiful. You can tell that they took a lot of time to make sure that the aesthetics met their vision. It was very cool and funky. I recommend visiting either for a few apps or for a meal. read more

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This place is great! We did the tasting menu but I will say it's very small. I was already sort of full so it was a good portion but it's very nice! All food we had was amazing. The dessert was SO delicious. I didn't get the banana one, but it was absolutely amazing. I'd definitely recommend going and maybe not doing the tasting menu but getting larger sizes and sharing family style. Overall great place. Service was very nice as well. Highly recommend! read more

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I came here on a weekday and got some delicious food. The service was fine. Nothing to write home about. But the restaurant was really well decorated, spacious and a great ambience in general. I'd definitely recommend giving it a try. read more

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Hello everyone--here's my honest review of this place. The ambiance is really beautiful. Keep in mind there are only two booths, so if you're hoping to sit in one, definitely call ahead to reserve; otherwise, you'll be seated at a regular table. I truly enjoyed the culinary creativity and how individualized each dish felt. We started with the pulpo al olivo, which was hands down my favorite dish of the night--100/10, absolutely delicious. The ceviche clásico was also very good, with perfectly balanced flavors. We tried the ají de gallina, which was good and tasted authentic; my only minor complaint is that I personally prefer it a bit creamier. We also ordered the dim sum--the chili oil shrimp and pork dumplings--which were solid. The aeropuerto was divine: really good fried rice that even came with a fun airplane garnish. Now, unfortunately, the biggest disappointment of the night was the alcoholic beverages. I did end up returning a few drinks, and I was surprised when the waitress pointed out that I had returned three--it felt a bit unprofessional. As a fellow Peruvian, I love a good pisco sour, and this one was very poorly made. I sent it back, which I never do. I then ordered a lychee drink, which I'd rate a 6/10--not terrible, but I was expecting more of a martini-style cocktail. Later, I asked for Caravedo pisco with maracuyá, which I thought would be a straightforward cocktail (similar to ordering a tequila cranberry). When it arrived, it looked like a shot. I asked if that was the case, and the waitress confirmed it was. I requested ice and for it to be made into a cocktail. That's when the comment about me sending drinks back was made--again, not a great customer-service moment. When the drink came back, it had soda added. I drank it, but it wasn't what I initially asked for. That said, the chicha morada was good, and the maracuyá drink itself had good flavor. I'd recommend sticking to the non-bar specialty drinks, as it seemed like either a newer bartender or simply a weak point for them. The plates are meant to be smaller and shared, which is great for family-style dining. A big plus was that they consistently provided fresh plates with every dish--10/10 for that. I recommend ordering piece by piece so you can fully enjoy each item without feeling rushed. Overall, the food was excellent, the ambiance was lovely, but the bar program and one service interaction could definitely use improvement. read more

China Chilcano - Pulpo al olivo - Peruvian Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

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We had the lomo saltado (it was overcooked and only came with 5 sad pieces of steak!), the Hong Kong noodles with v v sweet tomato sauce and weak black garlic, and the dumplings with cilantro that might as well have been frozen ‍ the Brussels, shishitos, and ceviche were delish though. 3 stars, probably 2.5 for the high price point. It's a really cool spot with low fuss decor. The staff was a bit challenging to flag down even though they weren't particularly busy for a Tuesday night. Not opposed to going again but not itching to return. read more

After a recent trip to Peru, my friends and I were still craving Peruvian bites and China Chilcano was a perfect choice. The last time I was here was a couple of years ago and I am so happy that the food is as good as I remember. The Peruvian ceviche was fresh and light, the tiny dim sum apps were delicious and amazing fusion food. Highly recommend going for their Pisco Hour/Happy Hour - we opted for their passionfruit pisco and it was delish! (Pisco Hour is only for patio and bar seating as a heads up!) read more

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Great option for interesting and unique Peruvian tapas cuisine. I think the food is more of a 3.7 star, however the service brings it to a 4 for me. Went with a big group and I was impressed how well our server handled the orders, communicated clearly and kindly, and was adequately attentive. They also have an easy way to pay via tap/scan a QR code. Each of us could select the items we ordered and pay directly with card or Apple Pay. I was really pleased with the service. The price is also not bad--$70 will give you a tasting menu and there was plenty of food. Drinks come separately, unfortunately. I ordered the Maracuya sparkling water (nonalcoholic) very fruit forward. Even though I was the only peacatarian of the group, they made small substitutions for me. First round was a quinoa salad, ceviche, and chicken salad. I don't typically like quinoa but this one was quite flavorful. The ceviche was bomb, no notes. My friends had mixed reviews on the chicken salad as it was a bit mushy with the addition of the potato on top. Since I couldn't enjoy the chicken, they offered me grilled shishito peppers--which is generally not my thing, they gave it to me without asking. It tasted all right with a umami mushroom powder that was only on some of the peppers. Next we had sanguche de pescado (crispy catfish on a lotus bun) and dancing yuca. These two were the most yummy to me as the sauces on both dishes were so flavorful. Our main included lomo Saltado and aji de gallina. Presentation was spot on and my friends raved about the tenderness of the meat and diversity of flavors. As a substitute, I was given a shrimp dish with mushrooms and spicy black bean and a veggie fried rice called aeropuerto. I liked both dishes, although I wasn't blown away. For dessert we had popsicles--coconut, passion fruit, and chichamorrada--and suspiro limeña. I wasn't taken by the latter which is like dulce de leche with passion fruit, but it was a great presentation and its deconstruction could make it interesting to eat. The popsicles were fine. I wasn't into the decor as much, it felt a bit busy and the table/floor set up almost reminded me of a cafeteria. There was a sunken table in the window that looked fun and cozy. Overall a strong 3.7. read more

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My wife and I decided to play "tourists" for the day, even though we live in the suburbs outside of Washington, DC by taking the Metro into the city to stop at the US Botanical Gardens which has a seasonal model train set on display for Christmas and decided as long as we were downtown to go have lunch at China Chilcano, a restaurant run by world renowned Chef Jose Andres. The restaurant has lots of open seating with tables for two, four and larger groups and interesting light fixtures throughout. Before taking us to our seats, the greeter took the time to inquire if we had any food allergies, and upon hearing that I have a Shellfish allergy, a special menu was provided that takes allergies into consideration. My wife had eaten there once before, but this was my first time, so she recommended we start off with a cocktail she had there before and we both ordered Pisco Sours, a Peruvian drink that is very popular. For appetizers, we shared the Shishito peppers, which came out nicely spiced with enough for two which we ate using chopsticks that were provided for the meal. For entrees, my wife ordered the Donburi Ji Song and I ordered the Aeropuerto with a side of pork-belly. Both dishes were very appealing and mine came in a deep white bowl with a generous amount of rice. For dessert, we shared a very artistic Suspiro a Limena which included marshmallow "sticks" that melted in your mouth. We left well fed and satisfied. I'm thinking we'll be back another time to indulge in their dinner menu! read more

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Great experience as usual! Love the good here and the service is always great, ambiance I nice but a little loud. Dinner was some dumplings (superb) and lomo saltado (delicious if a bit salty but actually I like it that way), and we share some desserts. I like the caramel custard dessert the best. The others are good, but the deconstruction of the kiwicha cookie dessert makes it hard to eat all the flavors together. They aren't served as a unit so it's good but I feel like I'm not getting the full effect. Pisco sours are always the best. Definitely recommend it! read more

A friend and I came in on a weekend (forgetting that it was a weekend!) and they were packed. A reservation isn't necessary, technically. However, the restaurant fills up quite fast, and there may not be available seating when you stop by, it's best to reserve a table. I believe they use Open Table for reservations. We didn't have any reservations when we came by; we were just really hungry after a long day. They made it work for us because we just wanted quick, small bites. We were sat in the corner at the ceviche bar. They were really good about accommodating us, even though they were quite busy. We ordered the following dishes to share: sanguche de chancho, shishito peppers, papas a la huancaina and a suspiro a limena (for dessert). Everything was so delectable! Portions are what you would expect for a higher end city restaurant (prices reflect that too). My favorite has got to the be the dessert and the pork belly small bite. The decor was quite unique with a few fabulous concepts. I lean more towards a divey-type of vibe in my choice of restaurants. On the other hand, my friend likes unique spaces like this, so she definitely felt more comfortable. I wouldn't mind coming back if I had a little bit more time (with reservations!). read more

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China Chilcano is a Chef Jose Andres restaurant that delivers a fusion of Peruvian, Chinese and Japanese infused dishes. So glad my friend decided to give this place a try. We visited during "Pisco Hour" and tried a few of their bar bites and cocktails. For food we tried the Sui Mai Pollo, Ji Song Chifero, Sánguche de Pescado and for drinks we both tried the Pisco Sour and Chilcano. While I enjoyed the Chilcano my friend enjoyed the Pisco Sour. All of the food was flavorful and presented beautifully but that didn't surprise me knowing 1. It's a Chef Andres restaurant and 2. it's a fusion of 3 cultures who's food is known for their rich flavors. I will definitely be back to indulge in some of their other menu items. read more

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I first would like to give a shoutout to José Andrés for his support of us federal employees, it really means a lot! I dropped in for lunch time and took advantage of the complimentary lunch. I tried the Donburi Ji Song and it was excellent. Flavorful, balanced, and the right portion size. The staff were friendly and everything came out quickly. Overall, a generous gesture and a really tasty lunch. I'll definitely be back to try more. read more

China Chilcano - Donburi Ji Song - Peruvian Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

Went here for restaurant week in 2024 and had one of the best meals I've ever had! Everything was amazing and we've been dreaming of those desserts ever since! Both the desserts were not too sweet and had a variety of textures and flavours which all came together perfectly in each bite. Our server was super helpful and walked us through the menu with recommendations. We tried the ceviche which was fresh and tasty as well as the baos to start. For the mains the server recommended the Ají de Gallina. Unfortunately it had nuts which I am allergic to, but my boyfriend loved it. They were kinda enough to get us a third main since they missed the nuts, and knew we were sharing. It was a great value meal for restaurant week and allowed us to try a lot of the menu. The restaurant also had a nice vibe to match the theme of fusions of cultures. Definitely will be going back and would recommend! It was also my first introduction to Jose Andres. Have since tried the Bazaar as well and am excited to try more of his restaurants! read more

China Chilcano - Suspiro a Limena Banana dessert - Peruvian Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

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I didn't know anything about Peruvian Criollo, Chinese Chifa or Japanese Nikkei cooking before stepping into this restaurant. I'm not sure that I could begin to explain what any of these cuisines are, even after dining here. But what I can say is: I like them a lot. The "Lunch in Lima" option is a good value. It's 3 courses and all 3 cuisines are represented in some way. Yucca fries, a 1st course possibility, has a simple name however is anything but. The mash-up of yucca, kabayaki sauce, aji amarillo sauce, and bonito flakes is out of this world. I could eat those every day of my life. Donburi ji song, my choice for 2nd course, is a concoction of sir-fry chicken, pickled daikon radish, rice, onion, avocado, and kung pao sauce that's sprinkled with finely chopped peanuts. It's subtle and yet hearty. For dessert, 3rd course, I went with the "suspiro limeña". It's a crazy, tubular-looking sweetened condensed milk custard topped with a crunchy meringue and passion fruit. It arrives flat on a plate and seems to a piece of geometric art. At first, I wasn't sure if it was to be eaten! It's sugary and tart all at once but grows on you slowly. Also tried the "Lucky 12". This is a presentation of dainty shumai which features 4 pieces of 3 types: chicken (pollo sui); pork & shrimp (tradicional); and a combo creation (dorado). The dorado comes topped with quail eggs and gold flakes--decadent. My favorite is the tradicional shumai because of the jicama and shiitake mushroom mixed in. The black vinegar dipping sauce that accompanies rocks big time. The various dishes are carefully plated and presented. I imagine there was much experimentation to arrive at a menu that is balanced and respectful to the 3 nations (Peru, China and Japan) that are honored here. Additionally, the artwork, furniture, and layout of the space is lovely. It all adds up and becomes the space that is China Chilcano. I think it works quite well and find the food to be bold and tasty. read more

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I had a few dishes here today and I'm not for leaving bad reviews in general. However, I didn't think service was remarkable and very disappointing where I had to repeat things over and over again. I had the tallarin zhen fe--- very poor concept honestly. Super expensive for little value. Inside the restaurant was suffocating and overstimulated. The buns were good but extremely stingy for the value. The other reviews where people say its a mix of cuisines where the concept is confusing--- is completely correct. AJi amarillo mayo was not aji amarillo, it was straight up thick yellow mayo. They should really focus on good authentic peruvian instead. Yuca fries were done well, nothing remarkable. Very disappointed in todays meal. read more

Went to China Chilcano for a show and ordered four different dishes. Service is attentive but not overbearing. The dancing yucca was my favorite dish and had a decent portion of food. We left satisfied but not completely full. Portions are tapas style not at tapas prices. The food comes out very quickly which made everything like warm rather than hot/freshly prepared. We were given the wrong dish and had to wait about ten minutes for someone to come by and bring us the correct one. However, waters were filled quickly. Based on food quality and price I wouldn't come back. read more

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This place was absolutely excellent. The decor is very unique - a true mix of Peruvian and Chinese elements. We sat next to the window and it was prime people-watching space. Our server was excellent - she had extensive knowledge of the menu and we felt comfortable taking recommendations from her. Everything we ordered was flavorful and fresh. The salmon tiradito was mind-blowing: the textures and flavors blended beautifully and when we finished the dish I was legitimately sad that I was too full to order another! We also grabbed the Szechuan Chili wontons, Sanguche de Pescado, and Salmon ceviche. All of them were fantastic, not a single thing to improve on. We also tried some cocktails which were excellent. We will definitely be back! read more

China Chilcano - Salmón tiradito - Peruvian Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia