Family owned Peruvian restaurant. Authentic with modest decor inside. Everything here is so good…read more My favorite thing about their dishes is how GENEROUS they are with portions. One papa a la huacaina, arroz chaufa of chicken and ceviche mixed/mixto is more than enough for two people. Trust me. Love this place, order from here often, highly recommend. Plus. Came here Halloween day and they were giving out candy for kids which I deeply appreciate. Specially when other restaurants/stores make a NO CANDY sign instead of buying some bags of tax deductible candy.

Stopped in for dinner with family. Lomo saltado and sopa à la minuta very good. Milanesa de pollo…read morewas really good. Huge cutlet pounded thin with nice seasoning with fried yuca and plantains. The service was good. Family run business very friendly and welcoming. Clean inside with Peruvian decorations. Will go back for delicious food.

Absolutely superb Peruvian food served by very nice folk. We had a trio of ceviche, a huge cauldron…read moreof chicken noodle soup (we took home a quart of leftovers. But the best was potatoes w/three cremas. The yellow was good, the red had a touch of spice, and the green was wonderfully earthy. We want to return with a group to explore more of the menu. The service was warm and caring.

Came here for lunch. My friend suggested this spot. I'm a fan of Peruvian food and I usually get…read morethe roasted chicken. Once we entered, we were seated at our table; there is a good amount of seating inside. I ordered from the lunch menu, which consists of an appetizer, main and dessert. I started off with the empanada de queso which was very cheesy and tasty. For my main, I got the half rotisserie chicken which comes with two sides, I got the rice and salad. The chicken was solid and the green sauce and hot sauce mixed together made for a nice dip for the chicken. Also got a pitcher of this purple drink, forgot what it was called but it was good. For dessert I got the tres leches cake, which was the right amount after the big meal. The portion size is very big and for the price ($14.75), you cannot beat that. They give you so much and def worth the trip. If you're in the mood for Peruvian food, I highly recommend place. * Street parking * Good service

The food is delicious and the seating area is always really clean. The service is really good!…read moreTry the chaufa!

Love, love, love!! The stuff is so sweet, so welcoming, and it really gives you like that home type…read morefeeling like I walked into my aunt's kitchen. And you know, auntie knows how to cook The food portions are so big for the price that you're paying it's insane. I ordered one meal and it turned it into two! Forget meal prepping. I'm just gonna order two meals at a time and be fed all week. My favorite is probably the stirfry rice with chicken and bunch of delicious flavors. Aka chauffa de pollo. I finally came in on the weekend so I could try their ceviche Mixto and it did not disappoint. I didn't get it this time but last time I came, I got the Lomo Salgado, which is basically like a sir, fry of veggies, french fries, and steak and that really hit the spot . So basically any food porn you want just come over here. It's not necessarily a hole in the wall because it's on the main Avenue but definitely one of the best Peruvian hidden gems!

Sometimes I crave Peruvian food. It isn't quite like anything else but when it's good, it hits the…read morespot. Got mixed seafood in sauce (hot, not ceviche). I don't know the name, just asked for it in English. The seafood was very good, my favorite was definitely the mussels. I think the one thing it could have used was maybe some hot sauce, so make sure to ask for it if you like the spice (I think prefer little spice, not too much). The price was very good. They treated me well. Will definitely want to come back.

New in the neighborhood and we checked this place. Ordered lomo saltado, chaufa con pato, and both…read morewere tasty. Portions are large, and the chaufa can be shared.

Good food the ppl are very polite the place its very clean love the taste of the food…read more Plaintly parking space you leave there very satisfy i recommended this places very familiar they a a delivery also Yours truly lola

Was excited to see the reviews for this Peruvian place on yelp!…read more It was pretty packed on a late Saturday afternoon around 4pm. While I wanted to try the ceviche and a few dishes, I could not dine in so got a Lomo Saltado to go. Unfortunately, the beef was a bit tough which let the dish down. Others seem to be enjoying Chaufa (fried rice) and some noodles family style which I think is the way to do it here.

My favorite go-to Peruvian chicken place. Their chicken - and the sauce - are very addicting!!!…read more It's one of the best cheap eats places I've found near my neighborhood, as they really give you a lot of bang for your buck. The chicken is seasoned correctly (I find John's Fried Chicken up the block too salty for my taste), and it goes well with their white rice and beans. This place is my "Welcome to New Jersey" restaurant when I have friends and family visit from out of town - and everyone loves it (and asks for seconds!). You won't be disappointed coming here!

If you walk into Kikiriki expecting a culinary journey through the streets of Lima, you might want…read moreto turn around and check the sign again. Despite proudly branding itself as a Peruvian restaurant, the menu tells a completely different story. Aside from a few items with "Peruvian" hastily slapped onto the front of their names, the selection is a bit of an identity crisis. But if you can look past the cultural bait-and-switch, Kikiriki actually has a few things going for it--namely, your wallet's happiness. The Food The Star: Rotisserie Chicken Let's start with the absolute best reason to visit. The chicken is, without a doubt, the savior of this establishment. Whatever SPICES they are using hits all the right notes. It's deeply savory, incredibly juicy, and sports a perfectly crisped, seasoned skin. If you stick to a quarter or half chicken order, you're going to leave happy. The Sidekick: The Fries Unfortunately, every superhero needs a good sidekick, and this chicken is flying solo. The French fries are the definition of "bland." They lack crispiness, desperately need salt, and feel like a total afterthought. Pro-tip: drown them in hot sauce or ketchup which you need to provide yourself. The Value Where Kikiriki truly shines is the receipt. In a dining landscape where a basic combo meal can easily push past $20, Kikiriki keeps things refreshingly old-school. The prices are exceptionally good for the portion sizes you receive. You can get a massive plate of food that will easily feed you for two meals without breaking the bank. The Verdict Go for the chicken, stay for the low bill, but don't expect an authentic Peruvian feast. Kikiriki isn't going to win any authenticity awards, and their fry cook needs a lesson in seasoning. However, if you are looking for a cheap, filling, and genuinely delicious chicken dinner, it's well worth a visit. Just think of it more as a great neighborhood chicken joint rather than an international dining experience.

The food is good, but a bit pricey for what it is. I ordered steak with rice ($16), and my…read moregirlfriend got a fish soup with rice and vegetables ($15). The waitress did not speak English at all, making communication a bit difficult. The fish soup exceeded our expectations. It was very tasty.

I enjoy ordering takeout from here all the time. I have even had the pleasure of eating in person…read morehere. It is a cute little restaurant where the family who owns it manages the front and cooks. The chef is an older woman who comes out of the kitchen every so often to check on the customers. My dad comes in here often and is greeted as if he is family which is how I discovered this place and honestly it offers an at home feel from how I was greeted with a hug the first time I went with him. Now I recommend all my friends order, or order take out when I have company. My absolute favorites are the bistec a la pobre which consists of a skirt steak, rice, fried egg, French fries, and sweet fried plantains. My second favorite is the lomo salteado which is a Peruvian classic ! Pair it with an Inca cola or chicha morada and you can say you've dabbled in Peruvian cuisine.

They have the best shrimp fried rice. But everything is…read moresuper tasty. I fully recommend

Place was busy, which often is a good sign but unfortunately, I did not like the taste. The sauce…read morewas too watery for me it and the pasta too soft. The steak was overcooked and the golden potatoes were good and crispy but no good side for this dish. In my opinion. My partner ordered the lomo saltado, which is my main go to in Peruvian cuisine and thank god I didn't order it. It tasted like it had bbq sauce! Ew. Tip is also already included with your meal so be aware.

Overall: 5 stars…read more Located in American dream, Jarana is a Peruvian restaurant with an expansive menu featuring classics of ceviche and roast chicken to everything beyond such as fried rice and pasta. The restaurant was aside live acoustic guitar covers and quite the vibe to complete the quality food that was served impressively quick. Octopus Skewer - deliciously tender, paired magically by the herbaceous green sauce with a kick; the fried plantains add a tart sweetness, and the maize is fascinatingly large. Food: +1 Presentation: +1 Price: E Atmosphere: +1 Service: E Menu: +1 Insta/Yelp/Beli: @amei_eats Insta/TikTok: @ameizing.race

We stopped by Jarana at American Dream after a full afternoon at the mall, and it turned out to be…read moresuch a fun dinner. The restaurant is colorful, lively, and has a great atmosphere without feeling too formal. We started with the Tuna Wantacos. Our server warned us that they were spicy, and he was right -- definitely a little kick, but very flavorful. The white fish ceviche was bright and refreshing, with that tangy, salty leche de tigre that really wakes up your appetite. The Lomo Saltado was hearty and satisfying, but my favorite dish of the night was the Seafood Arroz Chaufa. It came topped with an omelet and had squid, fried shrimp, and plenty of seafood throughout. Really comforting, savory, and filling -- I would absolutely order this again. We also had chicha morada and a passion fruit drink. I've always liked purple corn drinks, so the chicha morada was an easy favorite. We finished with a chocolate dessert, which was a nice ending after such a big meal. Overall, a very enjoyable Peruvian dinner with fun décor, good flavors, and plenty of variety. I'd definitely come back, especially for the seafood fried rice.

Ordered: Lomo Saltado (~$18): beef sauté with onions and…read moretomatoes in a soy sauce, served with French fries and white rice 1/2 Pollo (~$17): Peruvian rotisserie chicken with 2 sides (chose Chaufa (+$2) & Tostones) Aya's take: When you don't feel like cooking or leaving your house, places like Lena y Carbon will be there to save the day! We ordered 2 dishes, the Lomo Saltado and 1/2 Pollo - both ended up lasting 3-4 meals which is great value! The Lomo Saltado was tender, juicy, and the sauce was savory, slightly sweet, and had a lot of depth. I wish there was more meat compared to everything else. loved that the sauce soaked up into the rice adding even more flavor to the bite. The French fries got soggy so I would suggest eating this first or be prepared to re-heat them if you can. The 1/2 Pollo was also tender, well-seasoned, and flavorful. It was absolutely delicious with the green sauce which cannot be skipped in every single bite. The Chaufa is a Peruvian-style Chinese fried rice mixed with eggs, chives, soy sauce; it compliments the chicken so well and can literally be eaten by itself too. The tostones were good but I wish maduros was an option as a side. I don't know why you can't substitute for that. All in all, good value, good flavors, and very filling!

I ordered the Chaufa de camarones which is a Peruvian-style Chinese fried rice mixed with eggs,…read morechives, and soy sauce. It tasted fantastic so good. I ordered this order as a takeout order. Service was okay, I asked to eat inside the restaurant and sit down and the lady at the counter said no because they would need to charge me to sit indoors which I had already paid $20 for the rice meal. The business was empty with only two tables being used so I thought it was not great customer service to not let me sit down and eat my food if the restaurant wasn't busy. Idk why the extra charge was needed, I am a paying customer so I left. I recommend the food but mixed opinions on the customer service experience I had here. The ambiance is family oriented in a Spanish neighborhood.