Amazing salmon ceviche. And shrimp fried rice is the best I've ever had. Service great read more

Farolito Peruvian Cuisine - Latin American Near Me - Miami, Florida

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As other reviewers have stated, Farolito can be described as a classic Peruvian restaurant, and more of a "mom and pop" type spot. You won't find fancy or extravagant decor here and when looking at the wines, the list of whites in particular wasn't very extensive and I think all were priced less than $50/bottle. The dining area isn't terribly large but it's well-appointed with dark wood chairs, white linen tablecloths and napkins and the place is well-maintained. Most everything about Farolito deserved 3.5 stars, though our waiter would rate higher IMO. Service on the night we were here was attentive from outgoing staff, and they didn't mind swapping the type of fish that was listed in the menu for a particular dish. If there was an upcharge to make such a change, they'd tell you up front what it was. Prices were reasonable and the food was good; we'd definitely come here again when in the area. There are a few other Peruvian/ceviche spots in the Gables and Grove that we tend to visit more often - though admittedly, those other spots do come with higher pricepoints than Farolito. There's no auto-gratuity on the bill here, but our final check listed one price if we'd pay in cash, or a higher final cost if we'd be paying with a credit card, which is something I'd not seen before in any restaurant. read more

Since we started coming here, we are now regulars. Renzo is very accommodating and the staff is also. Good value. Delicious food, charming, ambiance and free parking and the back. Perfect for lunch. read more

Amazing Peruvian food. The best Chicharrón de Pescado. Very great service!! All the wines are exceptional!! read more

Farolito Peruvian Cuisine - Latin American Near Me - Miami, Florida

Great tasting food. Large portions, parking lot in back. Front street parking often difficult. Great attentive service. Local gem.

The pescado macho with cilantro sauce is outstanding! Nice ambiance, delicious food. Definitely will be back.

I hate to admit that for 15 years i have lived 3 blocks for this restaurant. The times I have looked in it has been near empty and I never gave thought to dining here. Tonight I did and OMG, the food is delicious, flavorful and authentic. I will be returning very soon. read more

Cute and quaint little spot. It's been around for years so don't expect modern Miami decor. I hadn't been here in years but after returning this week, it's still just as good. Fair prices, great dishes and very welcoming and attentive staff. read more

Like another reviewer mentioned, I live around the block and have never eaten here. On a whim my husband said let's check it out and I am so glad we did. We had the most incredible ceviche, papa a la huancaina, and cilantro fish and a cilantro chicken soup. I can't wait to go back. This place is legit! read more

This is a traditional Peruvian Mom & Pop restaurant with free parking in the back. Miami has lots of nice places to eat, but if your focus is on the quality of the food and not some tourist hot spot with people watching and trendy shops nearby, this place is AWESOME! Some of the best food I've had and I've been to Cusco, Lima, Matarani, Trujillo, Huancayo. It's a short drive south of Little Havana, but you won't regret it. Their ceviche and seafood fried rice were both so good. When I go back to Miami, it will be a must return spot for me. read more

This family owned business really was amazing, I was not expecting such great flavors coming out of this random stop. I wanted to try a new Peruvian spot and I really found a gem. read more

Wife was in the mood for some Peruvian food and decided to give this local spot a try. Although we drive by all the time today was our first time. They've been open for 39 years and really we had to kick ourself afterwards for not coming sooner. The restaurant is right on Coral Way. There is street parking but also they have a parking lot in the back. The inside is very cozy. They have TVs playing local games but without the sound so as to not interfere with your conversation. It was a Tuesday night and they had several tables going when we came in which was a good sign. We were greeted immediately upon entering. They have a nice selection of wine but we opted for a glass of wine and a Peruvian beer, called Cusqueña, which paired perfect with my meal. For starters we went with what we consider part of the staples of Peruvian cuisine, Ceviche Mixto and Papa a la Huancaina. Both were amazing. The ceviche was perfectly balanced. It had just the right amount of acidity without overpowering the fish. We asked for the spice to be on the side but when added it gives that perfect kick. The Papa a la Huancaina, I mean I would eat sheet rock if it had that sauce on it. It's so creamy and just the right amount of tang. We immediately said no to taking of our the plates just so we could soak up the remaining sauce with our bread. For entrees, we went with Jalea and the Pollo Saltado. The Jalea, which is really an appetizer meant for sharing except I wasn't sharing, was fried just right. It had a heaping amount of calamari, fish, shrimp and mussels along with Yuca fries. Yes everything is fried but it was fried just right. It wasn't oily or over done and the portion was insane. My wife enjoyed her Pollo Saltado, which is a variation of the traditional Lomo Saltado. It looked and tasted great. The only suggestion would be to have more sauce but otherwise it was on point. For dessert we tried both the Dulce de Lucuma and Bavarois. You can't go wrong with either but the Bavarois surprised me with how light and fluffy it was. It was like an airy merengue with peach bits and a sweet cream sauce. It was heavenly. But truly what made our experience even better was the service. Renzo provided stellar service from beginning to end. Not only was he great at answering all our questions and accommodating for all our special requests but was on point with timing on waiting till we were done with apps before firing our dishes. It dawned on me that although its great to visit hot and new places it shouldnt be at the expense of forgetting those that have been around and have figured out what it takes. Like I said in the beginning, they've been around for 39 years. There is a reason why, because they focus on the foundations of a good restaurant Food and Service. Definitely put them on your list of must try for great Peruvian food. read more

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Wow! I wish we have same place in San Diego California. This food is so delusions. Really authentic with incredible flavors . Definitely try lecce de Tigre and octopus. You definitely will be back read more

Farolito Peruvian Cuisine - Octopus + tuna ceviche + lecce de tigre - Latin American Near Me - Miami, Florida

Great experience will be back! A classic Peruvian spot, well priced and quality food! read more

Farolito Peruvian Cuisine - Lomo Saltado - Latin American Near Me - Miami, Florida

The food is always excellent and the service is very nice. On Coral way without the Coral Gables prices.

Excellent service the food is tasty fresh and delicious. The timing is great not much wait and the breas is incredible. The ceviche has lots of juice and supper ...outstanding compared to hundred of places I visited. The server was friendly and attention to all we needed. Is not a crowded place you can have a delightful quiet dinner with soft romantic music in the background. Cafesito was strong ...so good with the delightful dissert. Parking is in the back and enter trough the very clean kitchen where the cook welcomes you. Price is very reasonable. Wine was on the dot. read more

Great food, service, and atmosphere! The wine selection is also great! I highly recommend the grilled jalea.

First time at Farolito. Great friendly professional service. Had an awesome Seco of Cabrito / Chivo, as recommended by owner. Delicious well-balanced Ceviche to start. All we needed is a Pisco Sour. Good prices / value. Parking is in the back street. read more

We went to Farolito this past Saturday afternoon to celebrate my Dad's Birthday. He loves Peruvian food and I had heard good things about this place. We were a party of 10 so I called the day prior and they happily set up a table for our group. The restaurant was very quaintly decorated with bottles of wine everywhere and artwork on the walls. From the time we entered the service was excellent. There were only two other tables accepted at that time and so we had two (2) servers standing by and waiting on us the whole time. While we waited for members of our party to arrive my wife asked the waiter if they had Sangria. While it wasn't on the menu, he happily said "I can make that for you. Would you like a pitcher for the table?". And that was the theme of the day. Very polite and friendly service and smiles all around. The food was really good too (see the pics!). We had a Jalea Mixta as an appetizer. It was so big that all 10 people ended up splitting it as the sole appetizer! Everyone in our party seemed to order something different, mostly seafood but a beef and a chicken dish as well. The seafood dishes included two different Ceviches, Fried fish and seafood stews. Everyone really enjoyed their food. For drinks the entire table ended up having the Sangria (or water) but the wine selection was pretty vast for a restaurant that size. Only my daughter had dessert (chocolate ice cream) and she liked it. But a few of us had Cuban Espressos and 'Cortaditos'. All in all, we really enjoyed our visit and we will be back! Kudos again on the Service! Our Chilean waiter - Luis, was awesome!!! read more

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Very nice little Peruvian find. In the mood for some Lomo Saltado and came across Faralito. Nice little restaurant in the Brickell area. We started off with an order of mixed ceviche which was excellent. Ordered the Lomo Saltado and it was equally good. Service was great. If you are looking for a nice little spot for Peruvian, take a look at Faralito. read more

Farolito Peruvian Cuisine - Lomo Saltado - Latin American Near Me - Miami, Florida

I was a little skeptical before coming it into this restaurant and once I did it was only amazing. The place is so nice inside, it was very romantic for our date and the service was good. The food was great as well. read more

Farolito Peruvian Cuisine - Lomo Saltado Lobster Inca Cola Cusqueña - Latin American Near Me - Miami, Florida

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Need to improve there cooking nothing like it was many years ago !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! read more

I've been to this spot years ago and was exited to try it out again. Staff was super friendly and accommodating to myself and my wheelchair friend. I ordered a Riesling while I waited for my other guests and anxiously awaited the fresh bread. Waiter was very attentive and gave good suggestions when asked. I had the ceviche which was very small for an entree, but non the less it was delicious. My friends also enjoyed their food. I'd def come back because of how nice staff was and to try other menu items! only issue for someone in a chair is parking. read more

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Found this place walking by . Great service . Very nice family feel environment. Food was amazing .i was impressed with it . Lomo saltado was what most of us ordered at the table and we were not disappointed. No left overs it was that good . read more

This place is great. I love the service and the food is amazing. It's a perfect place to have a romantic dinner. It also is the definition of don't judge a book by its cover because the outside looks a small but the inside is just Beautiful. read more

Is one of the best place we visit food is awesome the test ceviche we love it, I will recomend this place. read more

Farolito Peruvian Cuisine - Pollo saltado. Yea test very good. - Latin American Near Me - Miami, Florida

Hidden gem! Farolito ceviche was delicious! Including . The aguadito soup was excellent. I can't wait to come back and try more dishes

Stoped by for lunch right after 3P and on a Monday afternoon. This little mom and pop was quaint and very homey with a family style dinning room. The parking is in the back of the restaurant, free of cost and the entrance is right through the kitchen where you can see the chefs at work. It gives you an opportunity, which you don't see often, to check out how clean the restaurant really is and I must say the kitchen was very clean so I was excited to try the food. At the table you're served fresh bread rolls which melted in your mouth and butter on the side. We had the Mixto Ceviche, Arroz frito Mar y Tierra and Papa a la Huancaina. The food was really good and it was very fresh. The presentation was clean and elegant, which was not what I expect for this quaint little restaurant. They have lunch specials from 12-3 and the cost for the amount of food and the freshness was very reasonable. Our waiters were so polite, humble, and friendly; really enjoyed their service. Will definitely be back for lunch. read more

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Ricardo, the owner makes you feel as you have been welcomed as a guest into his home. Ample parking in the back of the restaurant, leads you to enter through a quaint working kitchen and into a charming dining room of white tablecloths and an impressively eclectic selection of wines displayed among the decor. My favorite is the whole fried snapper, the best I have had in Miami or Europe. The entire menu though is of hand crafted dishes deliciously seasoned and aromatic. Reasonable prices, and true ambiance make this a regular staple for our family. read more

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Is a great Mom and Pop's restaurant in Cora Way. Traditional Peruvian Food. The tiraditos are amazing, most try the tuna tiradito with ají amarillo, the corvina with rocoto; Food is great, the service is attentive and on point. I like small restaurant with good food, and support locals. read more

Farolito Peruvian Cuisine - Corvina Tiradito with Rocoto Sauce - Latin American Near Me - Miami, Florida

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Excelente servicio y deliciosa la comida Y muy agradable el ambiente Recomendado 100%

We had high expectations eating at Farolito. The place is very clean with nice decor. The food was a bit sterile, lacked taste. The reason I am giving only three stars is because I was lied to by the waiter. I wanted the fried fish platter and before ordering I specifically Asked what fish was being used, and the waiter told me it was fresh sea bass. I am a fish expert and when I got my plate it was anything but a seabass, it was a farmed Swai fish. This is misleading, unprofessional and illegal. The industry is doing this far to often, and it needs to stop. Customers are not dumb. read more

We called in our order so I can't tell you much about the dining room service but the service we received over the phone was awesome! I had looked at the menu online and had decided on what to get but when I called I couldn't find the page I was one with the list of the items I wanted. The man on the phone was overly patient and helpful even though it was around 1:30 and the restaurant was probably busy. He gave me suggestions and was very nice. I found my list; chicharrones de pescado, sopa de pollo, aji de gallina, and seafood fried rice. I called back to add maracuya juice and desert cookies. oh, I forgot their name. Any way the food was so very good. The man added at least half a dozen bread rolls, enough butter and green sauce. I love this place and can't wait to go in person to meet the very nice man on the phone. read more

We had the Papa a La Huancaina, the bistec a la plancha, and the Pollo Saltado. From the outside it didn't look that appetizing, but when you walk in you immediately see the beautiful paintings and the decorated tables. The food is simple but delicious and the service was fantastic! read more

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Still for me hands down the best Peruvian restaurant. Cozy, great service, Don Ricardo is a class act

Fire fire fire fire fire! What great service what great food . One of my favorite Peruvian restaurant. The Tacu Taku with Lomo salteado haz Gatsby One Of My Favorite dishes the fish ceviche hands-down Hass to be one of the best in town definitely will be back and definitely recommend read more

I enjoyed a fantastic all around dining experience at Farolito. The atmosphere is cozy, but still very nice, the fish ceviche was just about perfect, the shrimp arroz chaufa reminded me of being a young boy in Peru (even though I was born and raised in Hialeah and my family is Cuban ) and the goat (or cabrita, as I believe the owner called it) was absolutely delicious! The staff was friendly and precise. The owner is extremely amiable and makes you feel like you're a regular even when it's your first time. There's even a wine connoisseur of sorts that made excellent recommendations at a reasonable price. I can't believe it took me this long to visit this place and I already can't wait to go back. Salud! read more

Farolito Peruvian Cuisine - Goat and arroz chaufa - Latin American Near Me - Miami, Florida

Really nice neighborhood restaurant! Don't let the humble front door deceive you, their food is really good and the service is excellent. We entered the restaurant from their backdoor as it was raining and they allowed us to come in this way. We passed through their kitchen and i was impressed at how clean and tidy it was! I order the snapper and my bf the limit​ saltado both excellent choices. Will come back read more

Farolito Peruvian Cuisine - Latin American Near Me - Miami, Florida

Delicious Peruvian food and very nice staff. The only problem has was parking in the back and having to go through the kitchen to get to the restaurant. But that's minor, overall I recommend this place. read more

My wife is from Peru and took me here for my birthday. It was great. The service was top notch as was the food. Thank you. While on vacation we ate at another Peruvian restaurant in Coral Gables that rhymes with Laromas and the service was not enjoyable. I would highly recommend Farolito. read more

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