Came for an early Mother's Day celebration on a busy Saturday and had an incredible experience! The…read moreSouth American and Caribbean flavors were so rich, bold, and vibrant in every dish. I loved the jerk pork tacos! The pork was juicy, tender, and aromatic, and the mango-papaya salsa added a refreshing sweetness. I also tried the paella Oyo that my sister ordered which was sooo yummy and full of protein. The small size was more than enough! My mom ordered the oxtail stew which wasn't on their brunch/lunch menu (dinner only), but I really appreciate that they were accommodating to make that dish for her. I've never had oxtail and it was delicious--tender, perfectly sweet and savory, and paired well with the plantains. The other dishes that my family ordered were hits too (jerk pork shoulder and seafood paella). We also tried the ripe plantains pancake Oscar for a sweet treat. I love anything marshmallow, so the brûléed marshmallow cream that blanketed the pancakes was heavenly. It also came with a plantain on top and a few other fruits to balance out the sweetness. Overall, we left full and all around very satisfied. The staff showed us such warm hospitality and came around often to check on us, despite being an almost packed house. The decor was beautiful and the atmosphere had a fun lively energy. With indoor and outdoor seating options, anywhere you get seated is a nice spot. Can't wait to visit again to try their dinner menu items and drinks, and hopefully catch some live music!

Ceviche and paella were tasty!…read more Service was pretty fast, too. Love the decor inside they have a bar with fun drinks

I usually go to the one in Burlingame. Today just found out there's one in Walnut Creek. So decided…read moreto give it a try. Foods are amazing as it always be. Robert, our server is very friendly. Will come again if I am in Walnut Creek.

Incredible service from Wilfredo, he is the kindest person in WC and I look forward seeing him…read moreevery time I come! It's amazing how going to a restaurant becomes a whole different experience when everybody is very kind to you. Amazing Food and service!

The food at Parada Walnut Creek is good, but the TV experience is extremely frustrating and poorly…read morethought out--especially given how inconsistent it is with their sister restaurant in Lafayette. Despite having TVs visible in the restaurant, Parada Walnut Creek does not show live sports at all. If you come in hoping to enjoy a game while eating or having drinks, don't bother. The TVs are either off or showing non sports programming, even during major sporting events. This is especially disappointing considering the bar seating and layout suggest that watching a game would be an option. What makes this worse is that the Lafayette location (Barranco) DOES show sports on their TVs, creating a confusing and inconsistent customer experience across the brand. Same ownership, similar cuisine, but completely different policies. If Lafayette can balance food and sports viewing, there's no good reason Walnut Creek can't. At a minimum, this should be clearly communicated. Instead, customers are left guessing--or worse, finding out after they've already ordered. Not everyone wants a "quiet, curated dining experience" all the time, and having TVs but refusing to use them for sports just feels out of touch. If you're looking for great Peruvian food and want to watch a game, go to Lafayette. If you're at Parada Walnut Creek, leave your sports expectations at the door.

I came here with my wife and another couple after getting a recommendation from a close family…read morefriend. I had previously always went to Limon for Peruvian food. However, My friend said he thought Parada was better than Limon in Walnut Creek for Peruvian food. So I figured I'd give it a shot and try something new. The ambiance was nice and there was live music being played on a Friday night. We were able to get seated without a reservation. The staff was friendly and attentive. The food wasn't amazing but not really bad either. The empanadas were really good and the corn was good too. In my opinion it's not a good value for what you get here. It was pretty pricey but the portions were very small for $18 to $25 per item. In my opinion they should consider bigger portions to provide a better value for customers. Ultimately, I think it's definitely worth trying. I'm sure there are lots of people that would love this place. It just wasn't a great place for me.

This place has been our favorite spot for years. Whether it is for a date night, family hangout, or…read morefamily get together, Barranco never disappoints. If you are looking for superb food, fantastic ambiance, and the most friendly service you will ever encounter, you will love this place. You cannot go wrong with their lomo saltado, ají de gallina, empanadas, or ceviche. Their drinks are dangerously delicious. The staff is so friendly you will feel part of the family.

I decided to give Barranco another chance for Mother's Day after a disappointing visit a decade…read moreago. Unfortunately, this was a mistake. As a Peruvian who cooks this food at home, I can say confidently: this restaurant doesn't deliver authentic Peruvian cuisine, and the prices don't justify the quality. We ordered the ceviche, which lacked the brightness and flavor it should have. The seco was worse...you can taste when someone hasn't actually made this dish before or even tried it themselves. The adobo tasted more like mole than traditional Peruvian seasoning. Across every dish, the flavors felt off, overseasoned or just plain confused, the sarsa de cebolla had cilantro! It's supposed to be mint! ‍. I've tried several Peruvian restaurants around the Bay, and this isn't competing. The reviews are mostly five stars, but I suspect that's from people 1000% unfamiliar with what real Peruvian food tastes like. If you've had it done right, you'll notice immediately here. The one bright spot: service was genuinely excellent. The staff was warm, attentive, and made the experience pleasant. That's the only reason this didn't feel like a complete waste. Save your money and your time.

When I'm in the area, I usually just go by here. One day my coworkers were wanting to go out for…read morelunch, so we came here. I'm so glad we did. Service was excellent and the food is delicious. We had the chicken empanadas to start off and they were a perfect bite! I had the steak frittes and I had zero regrets. I love the ambiance here and our server was very friendly and attentive. I don't know what took me so long to come here but I definitely will be back soon!!!

Came here for my sister's birthday with reservations. Reservations highly recommended…read more The drinks were 10/10. Empanadas was pricey for how many/what you get: 7/10 Oxtails: 10/10 nice flavor Jerk Chicken10/10, not pictured but that was devoured Lobster corndog: my brother ordered because he could, yeah save your money lol Really enjoyed the food, price is higher but not surprising due to the location. However, I'm not sure if I'd be back because the service was not the best. The servers seemed disinterest in us compared to other tables. We had a mix up with the drinks, I asked the server to replace with the correct one. But he awkwardly smiled and said he couldn't.

As someone who's never tried this Peruvian cuisine I love the fact that Oswaldo was very helpful in…read moremaking sure that all my needs where met and he was highly helpful in assuring I wasn't allergic to anything. He was very attentive and provided service to my husband and I loved his energy and charisma for the job he has and the passion behind selling the menu to you! If you go to Suspiro I would recommend calling in advance to be placed with Oswaldo to experience the service my husband and I got to experience. The ambience is very nice and clean which is a plus and would definitely make coming to suspiros a regular thing as long as Oswaldo is my server.

Lucky was one of the best servers I've had in a while. From the moment we sat down, he was super…read morewelcoming and just had a really good energy about him. He made us feel comfortable right away, checked in at the perfect times, and never made us feel rushed. What stood out the most was how attentive and genuine he was. You can tell he actually cares about the people he's serving, not just doing his job. He was patient, helpful with recommendations, and made the whole experience feel easy and enjoyable. It's little things like that that make you want to come back, and Lucky definitely made our visit better. I'd honestly come back just to be served by him again.

A friend recommended this restaurant…read more We arrived at 11:30am on a Wednesday and were seating immediately. Our party of 3 ordered a Charcuterie Board and Ceviche Trio to share. For our entrees, we ordered the Argentinian Skirt Steak accompanied with Frites, Sautéed Greens, Fries and Chimichurri Sauce -- and the Mezcal Glazed King Salmon with Cashew Relish, Purple Potato Puree (so interesting!), Shaved Brussels Sprouts, and Chipotle Butter Sauce. Food was fantastic -- straight to the point and with boldness from the Latin influence. The ambiance aims for a higher end dining experience, and there is a full bar with additional seating. Must be a local favorite for Happy Hour and dinner. Jonathan was our server -- shout out to him for his efficiency, attentiveness, and professionalism. He responded at every interaction with enthusiasm and a smile. Would definitely return.

John, our server was wonderful and friendly, and offered great recommendations…read more The atmosphere and background music was comfortable and uplifting. I started with a margarita and it was delicious. I would highly recommend the fried calamari and the Del Toro salad with medium well steak was so flavorful and the steak was grilled perfectly. While the starters were wonderful, the main dishes, Mary's chicken and boneless short ribs were tender, juicy and flavorful. If you're in the area, you've got to stop by. So worth it.

I don't write reviews but it would be wrong of me not to. This place is amazing. The food is so…read moreincredibly fresh and flavorful, I ate this place maybe a week ago and am jealous of my past self. Service was great, food was fantastic, definitely going back for lunch later today. No picture included because I ate it all.

Very quaint spot offering outside seating only with a walk up service counter to order your food…read more The food is always so good, most made to order - Lomo Saltado is my fave! They do have some items ready to go like their empanadas and an assortment of pastelitos. You HAVE to get extra cilantro sauce, it's amazing! The only reason for the 4-stars is the location for Vacaville is tricky as it's at a busy corner with very limited parking, though you can park in the residential neighborhood and walk over and again seating is limited to outside only but we pretty much always take it to go.

Food is amazing! My first time trying Peruvian food. And the ambiance made me want to try more…read morethings on the menu! They have many things so we are trying to try everything.

Absolutely Delicious! A True Taste of Peru…read more I had an incredible lunch experience at this Peruvian restaurant. From the moment we walked in, the warm hospitality and vibrant set the tone for a memorable meal. The lomo saltado was flavorful and tender, served with crispy fries and perfectly cooked rice. The Chanfainita perfectly balanced with just the right amount of spice. And the Picarones Desert Cripsy on the outside fluffy inside Amazing Delicious Brought me back Home. One of the best Peruvian restaurant! In the Antioch Area with a Variety of Plates and Desserts. Will definitely comeback!

My wife and I have been coming here for years, when it was Isabella's. It is seriously one of my…read morefavorite restaurants and we are so happy to see that food quality and flavor has not went down! Service is non intrusive which is appreciated. Girls are always nice and friendly. We accidentally got charged for dessert and she corrected it immediately. My go to is the Lomo Saltado the meat is tender with the green spicy sauce is a game changer! Of course I want more meat (who doesn't!? haha) but portion is pretty reasonable for the price. My wife typically orders the Arroz con Mariscos which is a heafty portion with a very creamy/rich flavor. We usually add some lemon which elevates the flavor! We also order the ceviche trio & the pulpo appetizer both are great dishes just wish there was more pulpo. Nevertheless we will remain regulars at Inka's. We just love the food it's always comforting and delicious!

Wow, this place is amazing…read more The ambiance is casual and the space is big enough to handle a few large parties, and they take reservations which makes planning easy. Everything we ordered was really good, and they made all the dishes mild for us, which we appreciated. The ribeye was cooked perfectly medium rare and full of flavor. The tallarin verde pasta was a standout, the sauce was smooth, rich, and just right. The ceviche was fresh and light with a nice sour kick, and the tostadas paired perfectly with it. What really stood out was the service. We accidentally showed our server a dish from a different restaurant, and instead of saying no, he said they could make it. They followed through and it came out great. That kind of effort is rare. Good food, great service, no misses. Overall, it was a great experience. This place clearly cares, and I'll definitely be back to try more.