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    El Pollo Inka Peru

    3.7 (166 reviews)
    ModeratePeruvian
    Closed 12:00 pm - 10:00 PM

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    Casual
    Moderate noise
    Outdoor seating
    Good for kids

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    Whole Chicken, Ceviche mix, arroz amarillo y arroz Chaufa
    David R.

    I have to say, food delicious, the ceviche was good 9/10, the yellow rice was good. But the Arroz Chaufa was extremely good. Order it .. My only problem was the portion. I was still hungry ‍. We ordered a whole chicken, however it had no flavor, Based on what the waitress said, us Caribbean people use a lot condiment which is flavorful for her. So I guess thats how They do it in Peru. The chicken was well cooked but no flavor, no sauce on the side for the chicken either. Ambiance was good, calm area and highly clean.

    Cockroach in drink!

    Be aware! Cockroaches in your drinks! Long story short, two of our drinks came with cockroaches flooding on them and the waitress had the nerve to state that it was part of the stem of an apple. You can clearly see legs and antenas of the cockroach! And then getting an attitude from the waitress for stating the obvious! Do not recommend this place!

    Pollo, tostones, salchipapas, rice and beans.
    Kwan P.

    Food is incredible. Chicken is so tender and juicy. Salchipapas, Jalea, and Lomo Saltado always hits the spot. Yes, their service isn't stellar but you're here for the amazing food at very affordable prices. Blows Pio Pio outta the water. Peruvian food is one of my faves and I'm thrilled to live near this joint. That aji verde is spicy and flavored wonderfully. A true testament to Jackson Heights as a Latin culinary haven.

    Superb
    Ann Rovell D.

    Love it! Especially the green sauce. I think it's called Aji Verde. Will definitely go back soon.

    Avocado salad & Sangria
    Angelic R.

    I haven't been here in years & decided to go on Good Friday, it was packed around 4pm and the food & red Sangria was still so good , the waitress disappeared for about 30 mins & she gave us one napkin but besides that it was a nice experience.

    Sunny C.

    Food and service here are excellent. Came here with a party of 4 and got our food within 10-15 minutes! Finding parking around this area wasn't as painful as expected either. Papa de la Huancaína which is boiled potatoes with a creamy yellow sauce (a little bit spicy). It is served cold and is a nice appetizer to share with the table. Next we had Jalea. This had fried fish filet pieces (boneless), squid, yuca, shrimp, and onions. Everything except for the onions was covered in a batter. The onions were refreshing and covered in a lemon or lime juice. This dish is deeeeelicious. Additionally, we had a purple corn juice. It was not made in store and honestly I wouldn't get it again. We got the shaved ice cream called Lucuma. On the website for El Pollo Inka Peru, this dessert is described as "an exotic Andean tropical fruit high in vitamin B3 and carotene". Plenty of seating on squeaky chairs, but it means it's authentic. There's also a TV and bathroom! I'm looking forward to going back and trying the soup and more dishes.

    The best
    Angelica O.

    Giving this place 5 stars because I've never had a problem with it. I didn't want to be a food snob and say sometimes my peruvian grandma makes these dishes better but I always love what I get when I'm here. Today I went to lunch with my family where we shared a Ceviche Mixto, with everything tasting fresh. My sisters shared a Tallerines Verdes which wasn't bad. for anyone who doesn't know what it is, it's a creamy pesto sauce with linguini. I had Pescado a lo Macho which is one of my favorites. That's a fried fish filet in a yummy sauce. I wouldn't be able to tell you what kind of sauce but honestly try it. They top it with shrimp, squid, calamari, some crab and or mussels. I almost always get it because it's not something my family makes at home. It's amazing here. Fish is always soft.

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    very bad experience tonight , food taste very bad and when I complain they ignore me. very bad service

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    Great atmosphere, food was excellent. The staff was attentive and responsive. Food was fresh and well cooked.

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    2 years ago

    Do you guys have to come and check out the spot? The food is delicious. Drinks are on point.

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    Usually food is good somedays the food tastes like it's reheated. Today was one of those days.

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    The calamari is really good, chaufa rice is always tasty, the maduros I just love! Good food at a good price.

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    Caught food poisoning after eating here yesterday. On top of that the food was only okay and the service was rude.

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    This place is the best Peruvian place in queens hand down i don't care what anyone says I'm a foodie and this place is bomb !!!

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    This place is still consistently amazing. I got to try the jalea recently and it was so tasty. It became my new addiction for weeks.

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    Pio Pio 2 - Jalea ( Fried sea food ) Peruvian Dish

    Pio Pio 2

    3.7(1.3k reviews)
    0.3 miJackson Heights
    $$

    We were extremely pleased with the service provided, which was exemplary throughout our visit…read more Furthermore, the culinary offerings represented exceptional value, as the quality and portion sizes far exceeded the price point; indeed, the meal was so substantial that we departed with a significant quantity of leftovers. The open windows are a great touch--they give you a perfect view of the area and make the whole place feel bright and airy.

    I dined here the evening of 3/28/26 with another Yelp Elite…read more We ordered the Rotisserie Chicken Breast, the Lomo Salteado with Yucca Fries, the Arroz Chaufa with Chicken and Shrimp, and two Pisco Sours (a Peruvian cocktail). The food and cocktail were not commensurate with the prices. The Rotisserie Chicken was moist and tasty, and the portion was huge, but the green sauce was too spicy for me. The chicken stood well on its own. The filet mignon in the Lomo Salteado was not seasoned. It was so bland that not even the extra salt that I added could fix the taste, but the Yucca Fries were outstanding--especially when dipped in some green sauce. The Arroz Chaufa with Shrimp also let me down. It tasted like slightly rancid oil was used to make it. The shrimp did not taste fresh caught, either, and the chicken was pitifully dry. The Pisco Sour left a lot to be desired although the foam on top was decorated nicely! The place is large and well decorated with Peruvian masks on the wall. The waiter provided good service, and the owner was walking around the floor, managing the place, but I AM ONE AND DONE! I will not be back!

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    Pio Pio 2 - Private hall entrance

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    Private hall entrance

    Simple Peruvian - Sunnyside - The Sampler
1/4 Rotisserie Chicken, fresh ceviche, crispy fried wonton, savory fried rice.

    Simple Peruvian - Sunnyside

    4.0(39 reviews)
    2.4 miSunnyside

    Decided to try Simple Peruvian on Greenpoint Ave. During the Sunnyside food crawl, the sample was…read moregreat. After looking at the menu, I went to the kiosks to order the Loco Saltado. The friendly employee checked if I ordered from the kiosk, and I did. After 5 minutes or so, my order was ready and I took it to go. The stir-fried beef was really salty (think it's the marination) even when you eat the beef with the white rice or fries to try to dilute how much sauce there is. The tomato and onions were great. Tons of fries (that I can't finish it) and a small container of white rice. Have to come back and try the cerviche and fried rice next time.

    BLUF: Good chicken, upbeat service…read more Simple Peruvian in Sunnyside, NY, is currently my favorite place for rotisserie chicken in Queens. Dishes we've had include: - Half Chicken: $9.50; $10.34 with tax. The chicken and accompanying green sauce are above average; 4 stars out of 5. The chicken is flavorfully marinated and moist, and the green sauce has a little heat to it. - The Sampler: $16.99; $18.59 with tax. The most flavorful component of this dish was the chicken. The rice was on the mushy side. The ceviche was OK but the proteins didn't quite have the right textures. - Aeropuerto Special: $15.25; $16.60 with tax. OK; 3 stars out of 5. A mixture of thin lo mein noodles and rice with some roast pork, chicken, and shrimp. The dish seemed to have a decent wok hei, which was confusing because the chicken rice from the Sampler was on the mushy side. This dish would be much better with more proteins, and the wok hei suggests that the restaurant has untapped potential. - Papa Rellena: $8.95; $9.74 with tax. OK; 3 stars out of 5. Stuffed deep fried potatoes that seemed factory-made, instead of house-made. Atmosphere, Service, Other: The restaurant is casual, clean, and comfortable for dining in, with a mix of regular tables and booth-style seating. Those who choose to dine-in should order food at the counter, receive a number placard, and find a place to sit. Staff will bring plates, utensils, and later, one's food and drink; and will clear the table when your party is finished eating. Service is notably upbeat. Suggested tips are based on pre-tax subtotals, and start at an affordable 12%. Overall ticket time (the time between placing an order and having that order served) is reasonable. By contrast, Bayside Chicken Lovers often requires that orders be placed in advance to minimize wait time. The restroom is adequately maintained, but oddly pipes in music louder than in the main dining area. Simple Peruvian is a couple of storefronts away from Kora, which is a superb place for dessert afterwards.

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    Simple Peruvian - Sunnyside - Salchipapas
A popular Peruvian street food, featuring sliced sausage and French fries. Served with a special dipping sauce.

    Salchipapas A popular Peruvian street food, featuring sliced sausage and French fries. Served with a special dipping sauce.

    Simple Peruvian - Sunnyside - Lomo Saltado
A traditional Peruvian Chinese dish with stir-fried beef, onions, tomatoes, and French fries, served with white rice.

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    Lomo Saltado A traditional Peruvian Chinese dish with stir-fried beef, onions, tomatoes, and French fries, served with white rice.

    Sol Inca - After a Mets loss.

    Sol Inca

    3.7(98 reviews)
    0.1 miJackson Heights
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    Delicious food and excellent service. I've been coming here for a few years now. The quality of…read morefood here is always the best. I've tried their jalea (crispy fried shrimp, fried yucca, fried squid, fried fish, fresh mussels), cau-cau (honeycomb tripe stew with tumeric sauce served with white, tallarin verde con bistec (pesto sauce with pasta and grilled steak), and papa a la huancaina (steamed potato covered with yellow pepper cheese sauce + a olive on the side). Every single one of those dishes are very delicious. My favorite is the jalea. Get the large! Additionally, I really enjoy their chicha morada. It is very refreshing and not too sweet. I recommend the half pitcher for a table of two. Great spot for a date or just to catch up with friends!

    We come here for good ceviche and good Peruvian food. Every time we come it's a must have if…read moreceviche mixto. All the flavors and the amount of leche de tigre, always must finish. The choclo and the amount of ceviche is delicious. You can share or you can have a plate of your own. If your like me you want a plate or your own. After we tend to get a entree to split which is usually more than enough food. The service it usually pretty quick here and you are not waiting a long time. The food is flavorful and tastes fresh. The sangria here is also the perfect amount of liquor to juice. But we only wish that there were more fruits. The desert, alfajor, was baked just right. It's tough to find a good alfajor but this place has one of the best in the areas. This is a small restaurant so get there early and give it a try. It is a great place for Peruvian food!

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    Sol Inca - Arroz Chaufa Special

    Arroz Chaufa Special

    Sol Inca - The Bar

    The Bar

    Sol Inca - The orange thing with syrup is helado de alucuma and the thing in the pot is leche asado

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    The orange thing with syrup is helado de alucuma and the thing in the pot is leche asado

    Caravan Chicken - My lunch, 1/2 chicken w/ pork fried rice and salad. Rice was decent, Salad was meh, Chicken was amazing. Inca Kola is also a solid beverage.

    Caravan Chicken

    4.3(253 reviews)
    2.3 miAstoria
    $$

    best chicken ive had in a long time. green sauce is crazy good with the chicken and pork fried rice…read moreis solid. no frills place that feels kinda greasy but the food is worth it. i camr back to try the ribs which were also very good.

    Pretty good! It seems like they just happen to be closed (open later) or on vacation the times that…read moreI've been nearby & wanted rotisserie chicken. A lot of Astorians say that they're the best Peruvian rotisserie chicken in the area & "Chino Latino" restaurant (more than the other one further down Broadway). I think the food here is better than it's viral sister restaurant in Sunnyside. And cleaner, brighter, & with more of a neighborhood feel. An young man was just finishing an early dinner with his grandmother, helping her leave the restaurant with her cane. Other small families came in for dinner also. The other place's dining area seems like a hallway rest stop for workers, couples & their late lunch. I ordered the around $22 1/4 Chicken (dark meat) & 3 Spare Ribs w/ white rice. Be prepared to wait a bit - they are THAT busy. I got there around 5:30pm on a weekday & there were already 5-7 people in the front area waiting for their orders. The Green Sauce! is good & Much better than their sister restaurant's. Balanced between savory with a bit of spice & herb. I enjoyed the spare ribs more than the chicken. They were super tender & a medium flavor. Would actually appreciate a little bit more marinade, but it was decent. The chicken was just okay, needed more marinating time/flavor. Rice was long grain & mostly moist & cooked well. Never a fan of place's fried rice - always lacking flavor & not moist.

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    Caravan Chicken - Inside of the restaurant

    Inside of the restaurant

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    Whole chicken!

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    Outside of the area

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