Food 2/5: lomo saltado was way too salty, dripped with oyster sauce. Mine was Talarine Velarde had thin slice of katsu-like meat, kinda dry kinda crazy for a meal that's $20. Should have been $15 instead for the tiny amount food it came with, except for the large portion of pesto pasta which had risotto shape. Pasta or mushed rice? Wasn't sure. Don't get it. Appetizer was the most normal one, tapakay chicken which was like sweet and sour Korean fried chicken. Why is this place Peruvian? Not sure also. Should've been listed as Korean fusion instead. Service 1/5: the guy and the girl there were too busy talking to themselves to see my raised hand for 10 mins in the midst of a not busy Sunday around 7pm. Ambiance 5/5; only positive here unfortunately. But not there to eat decor am I? Not recommend, fake yelp stars and reviews. Def not 4.7/5. read more

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Decor was a vibe. Lots of plants, llamas, and vivid colors. We ordered lomo saltado, ropa vieja, hamachi crude, and yucca. Everything was delicious! Highly recommend! read more

Flama Llama - Latin American Near Me - San Diego, California

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This is such a cute restaurant, but we found the food disappointing. We ordered: - Lomo saltado, $22.50. The menu said it would come with either regular or wedge fries. Since the server didn't ask my preference, I assumed they would come with regular fries. The dish came with wedge fries, which was not my preference. Lots of onion, radish and green onion -- overwhelming flavors. The rice was amazing at least! - Mojo pork, $18.50, with rice and plantains. Rice was the best part. Pork very salty. Plantains, not my thing. - Garlic noodles with shrimp, $13.50 plus $9 for shrimp. This dish took sooo long to come out, the other dishes were halfway done by the time it came out. They brought the noodles out and 10 minutes later, apologized for the delay and said they would give us free churros. That was a nice touch, but the churros took 15 minutes to come out! Fun atmosphere, pacing was off, but the service was good. The restaurant was fully packed at 7 pm on a Friday night, so other people must enjoy this more than we did! read more

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Sadly they are currently closed. Please call to check if they are open. Always delicious. read more

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I kept driving past this place and finally stopped in. Super cute decor. Lots of llamas and plants. We got the fried yucca to share. I got the chicha morada and mojo pork. The meat was so tender and delightfully salty. I will definitely be going back for more Peruvian food! read more

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Had a great experience at dinner tonight! We were able to find a front row parking spot in the parking lot. Free 90 mins for Flama Llama guests. It is sooo cute inside! Love the garden vibes, they have TVs around the room, and cool music for a fun vibe. We were greeted right away by Gabrieo who ended up being our server for the night. He was great! He made menu recommendations when we asked for help, and was kind and professional. We didn't have to wait too long for our meal. We started with the hamachi Crudo which my fiancé really enjoyed as he was craving some seafood. Normally I love hamachi crudo, but my bite was really fishy when normally yellowtail is pretty mild tasting so it wasn't my favorite. The limey citrus sauce that it comes in is awesome. We lovedddd the mojo pork dish, that was the winner of the night. It comes with a large portion, and a delicious green sauce. We also got the garlic noodles with chicken. The noodles themselves are sooo yummy! They taste almost Italian which is my fave. The chicken was fine, nothing unique. After how flavorful and delicious the pork is, I think the chicken easily could be seasoned up to match the pork's deliciousness. The only other feedback on the garlic noodle dish is it seemed to come with a lot of.. garnish? See the photo. The large slices of onion, tomato, and radish don't seem like something that you'd easily want to eat with the dish? We just ate around it, which didn't make the size of the dish seem that large. Regardless, we shared these 3 items and were totally satisfied and very full. We also got the chicha morada beverage which has my very favorite quality in a drink.. floral! It's so yummy, highly recommend. I got a refill in a to-go cup cause I needed more for later :) Bella helped us out at the end and was also super sweet, helpful, professional, etc all the things you want in a dining experience! read more

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Great ambience with plants everywhere! Super cute interior. Plenty of seating but probably not ideal for a group of more than 8 or 10. Maybe one area could accommodate 16 or so. Service is great, servers are knowledgeable and friendly. Bummed the pollo à la brasa isn't rotisserie and they only have thigh. It was good but I don't think I'd order it again. The mojo pork however is BOMB! I'd get that again for sure. The yucca and plantains are cooked very well. The rice wasn't anything to write home about. Very plain, even for white rice. Could use some salt maybe? I've really enjoyed plain white rice before but something was missing from this rice. Oh! Don't forget to try the chicha morada. It's sooooooo good! Refreshing and a little sweet but not too sweet. read more

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What a cute, hidden gem! I always pass by this place but never knew what was inside until I was looking for a new spot to try. The Yelp reviews did not disappoint! The interior is so beautiful and it feels like you're dining on a patio surrounded by lots of lush greenery. Plus, the little llama decorations by the entrance are incredibly soft and cute. The staff were wonderful and so helpful with recommending dishes. Everything we ordered was absolutely delicious! What We Ordered: ROPA VIEJA: The beef cheeks were incredibly flavorful, and the plantains were perfectly cooked. GARLIC NOODLES with Lomo Saltado: So savory and packed with flavor! FRIED YUCCA: Watch out for the chipotle sauce it's got a serious kick, but it's so good I couldn't stop dipping into it! Overall, a fantastic place to dine with great service. Also a bonus for the Convoy area since I found parking right in front! read more

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Me and my friend were in the area and was able to check out Flama Llama and we were so happy we could do so! The inside was so cute and decorated. Abner the manager was super nice and explained the menu to us as it was our first time. Tanya our server was very attentive as well! It was just the two of them running the floor and they were amazing!!! The food was also spectacular, I've never had a pesto pasta like this and the thin Milanese chicken was really good. Abner also provided us a chipotle sauce (which is quite spicy) and a cilantro type sauce which is not spicy, went well with the chicken. The lychee and sangria slushy was also a hit. I can't wait to come back! And OMG we just got the churro dessert thanks to Abner!!!! 10/10 customer service read more

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Great food and exceptional service! The garlic noodles are a MUST have! Will definitely be coming back! read more

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Beautiful place and great food! Ropa vieja is my favorite entree... and the fried yuca is a perfect appetizer. read more

Flams Llama has figured it out! We loved both dishes we tried. The Lomo Soltado and the Pollo à la Brasa. The food was seasoned beautifully and the salsa verde complimented the food perfectly! The service was good and the restaurant itself was clean and decorated beautifully! This was definitely worth the stop! read more

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Amazing food and pretty fast service! The lomo saltado is tender and delicious, and their habanero hot sauce makes it even better. read more

Flama Llama - Lomo Saltado (accidentally ate it before I took the pic..) - Latin American Near Me - San Diego, California

Great sd spot for peruvian food! The lomo saltado and garlic noodles were delicious and the space is super cute. They have a patio as well as plenty of seating for both small and large groups. The staff were all extremely friendly. I would recommend this place to everyone! read more

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Visit April 2026 This is my second time here but never reviewed after first visit. Shame on me. Came here for lunch on Tax Day 2026. Not sure if that is important but hey its my review, not yours. While the parking lot is completely claustrophobic, there were spots. You get 90 min complimentary parking. The restaurant is nicely decorated with Peruvian inspired items, a lot of colorful faux plants, and of course a fake llama to take a picture with. The place is fairly large with a patio. We were greeted by Nick who led us to our table and gave menu recommendations. I opted to order the "Botanical Chicha Morada" at his suggestion for a non-alcoholic drink. Mind you it was Tax Day and alcohol was TOTALLY calling my name but I was the driver. The drink was refreshing and something you could totally enjoy at poolside on a summer day. It is a concoction of earl grey, ginger, cinnamon, lime juice, green apples, pineapple, and purple corn. Better yet, free refills which on a visit on Tax Day came in handy. The family ended up doubling up our orders, both dishes recommended by Nick. My wife and one daughter both ordered the Ropa Vieja which was kind of like a beef stew using flank meat, bell peppers, and tomato. It came with a side of plantains (ridiculously good), and rice. This was a fantastic dish and probably the one I should have ordered. My other daughter and I ordered the Lomo Saltado, the soy marinated beef stir fry. It comes served over fries and at his suggestion I got the thin fries (more crispy) versus the wedge fries. Comes with a side of rice so carb heaven. I was disappointed in the beef, feeling it was a tad overcooked. We also got a side of garlic noodles which were great. Totally garlicky and al dente. Flama Llama is a return trip for me. *Tangent Note: The Emperor's New Groove is one of the most underrated Disney movies. Sorry, thought of the movie as I was writing. read more

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It was the day before my best friend's birthday. We met up to catch up, walk around, and find a good spot to eat. We ventured to Flama Llama, delighted by the wonderful atmosphere and friendly service. What I was not mentally prepared for was the most enlightening culinary venture that I would ever undergo. Flama Llama provided for my companion and I both a satisfying afternoon meal, and perhaps the most poignant dining experience I have enjoyed thus far in my life. The meat was tender and juicy. The vegetables more flavorful than I ever thought possible. The noodles seasoned to perfection. The chicha morada subtly sweet and divinely slaking. And the sauce -- the sauce was orgasmic. I used to not believe those who claimed that good food tells a story. Before this meal I was blind, but now I see the truth. Tension, melancholy, tenacity, and elation. So rich in intensity and meaning. To descibe in human tongue this meal that transcends language would be a disservice to its biblical splendor. I can only in good faith describe the effect that it had on me. I have never cleaned my plate like I did in this restaurant. I have never performed with such steadfast resolve. I have never been turned into a beast of a man and immediately satiated by such postprandial bliss. I was a mad, esurient dog, and Flama Llama's cuisine a gentle hand guiding me to fulfillment. How the sweet meal sang to me, beckoning me into this nirvana like Saint Peter at the pearly gates. This world is a savage one, but the food at Flama Llama has reminded me that no matter how crestfallen, no matter how mired in anguish we as humans have become, beauty endures. I am, in all likelihood, Flama Llama's #1 fan. Still, I wish I knew enough about cooking or creation of any kind so that I could appreciate it more. I wish I had it in me to become so skilled at preparing food that I could develop something even remotely close to this. And while I have my eye on other endeavors, I will never stop being inspired by Flama Llama. Such artistry I will be hard pressed to find elsewhere. I can only hope that one day I will be responsible for something that touches someone as deeply as this food has touched me. An incredible experience if ever one there was. I may no longer seek love from a human companion because I have found everything I need at this establishment. I do not say this lightly: Flama Llama has changed the course of my life forever. afterwards we went to costco and got a hotdog and it was pretty good too read more

Flama Llama - Me after enjoying the most enlightening hour of my life at Flama Llama - Latin American Near Me - San Diego, California

Between the atmosphere and the delicious food, I will be coming back here to try it all. I tried the garlic noodles the first time with shrimp. I LOVE garlic and this hit the spot. Shrimp was fresh and delicious. Fried plantains are also a must try! Also need to work my way through their traditional beverages read more

Flama Llama - Tallarin Saltado - Latin American Near Me - San Diego, California

I happened to be in the area and found Flama Llama on Yelp with very good reviews. I started lunch with the yucca fries and it was a great start especially with the 2 sauces that came with them. The green sauce was very mild and had a clilantro lime flavor. The reddish sauce had some fire to it and it had habanero and chipotle in it. Both sauces really accentuated the fries. The ropa vieja came out in a nice presentation with white rice and plantains and the green sauce. The beef was very tender and flavorful. My server Emily was very helpful and her service was complete. The ambience and layout of the restaurant were top notch. I will definitely be back for more! read more

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The food took about 20 minutes to arrive, but both dishes were absolutely delicious. I also tried the chicha morada, which had a flavor reminiscent of spiced wine, minus the alcohol. The atmosphere was charming, with lots of plants creating a cozy, jungle-inspired vibe. Overall, it was a very cute and enjoyable spot. read more

Flama Llama - Tallarin Verde - Latin American Near Me - San Diego, California

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Flama Llama is a hidden gem. Friday night at 7pm and we were seated almost immediately, great sign. The garlic noodles we ordered with chicken and the lomo saltado were both delicious with FRESH ingredients. Both were cooked perfectly, flavorful green sauce, and the chicha morada was refreshing without being overwhelming sweet. Nat was accommodating, attentive, and wearing a unique set of blue balloon dog earrings. This is a great place to have date night if you want chill vibes. read more

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Found this spot on Convoy for a sit-down lunch with a coworker. We noticed how many reviews they had so it got our attention! The dining area is beautifully decorated and has comfortable vibes. They have an outdoor patio too. As a vegetarian, I was happy to see tofu as an option! I ordered the garlic noodles with tofu. Grilled veggies come with it and the veggies were not chopped up, so it seems it's meant to be eaten separately. The tofu was tasty with the garlic noodles. The yucca fries with mojo sauce was also delicious! The chicha morada drink is a purple corn drink and was delicious. **comes free if you leave a review. Hence, it got our attention because of their Yelp ranking. This spot is great to be able to try Peruvian food. It was tasty, service was good, and the ambiance is nice. read more

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Came to Flama Llama for dinner. Great ambiance with a Caribbean vibe (though Peruvian) . Quick service and delicious food! Wonderful recommendation on Lomo Saltado with the wedge fries! read more

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Huge letdown. Wife and kids were in need of food after a long day. We saw that they closed at 9:30 and started driving there at around 8:55 with an ETA of 9:13, planning to carry out. As soon as we started heading there we thought to call ahead just in case, but our baby was screaming like crazy and we didn't want to subject whoever would be on the other end of the line to that. Apple maps included an illegal left turn in the directions, which I chose not to take. This caused us to get stuck at the light right past the restaurant, where we also chose not to make an illegal u-turn. By the time we parked and I walked in the door it was 9:15 or 9:16. I waited for about a minute at the counter before being told that they stop taking orders at 9:15... really? The guy had zero interest in accommodating our takeout order or understanding the effort we had just gone through to get there and order some much needed food. Yeah I guess we could've just had the same level of courtesy and called and ordered while a baby screamed in his ear. Also, I get not seating diners at 9:15 if your closing time is 9:30, but this was for takeout. Also no method on their website to order. read more

Lomo Saltado is as tasty but over salted and there were 3x more onions than meat. Would not get again. The plantains were delicious. Indoor and outdoor seating was fun and festive. read more

I tried another peruvian place in sd but keep coming back here! Good food for a good price :)

I thought the food was good! I've tried this place a couple times now. This last time, we ordered the Tallarin Verde, Ropa Vieja, and some Yucca Fries. We thought the Cuban sandwich was going to be on the menu but I guess they do switch up the menu here and there. I came here a couple years ago with a larger crowd. I can't recall exactly what we got last time, but we did enjoy each dish we shared. Parking both times weren't bad at all in the evenings... considering this is in Convoy lol. As far as the Tallarin Verde and Ropa Vieja, I thought it was delicious. I liked the green sauce that came with the Tallarin Verde/Yucca Fries. It had a spicy kick - i love spicy. If I did have one complaint, it was the lime it came with had no juice and was so hard to squeeze, LOL. I really think the lime would have elevated the flavor of the noodles. I didn't order drinks this time, but they do look soooo tasty. Service was also great. Very friendly and attentive! Decor inside, cute! Very botanical... I like to sit outside :) read more

Flama Llama - Ropa Viej - Latin American Near Me - San Diego, California

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This was our first time here and it won't be the last! The staff (Tanya and Julia) were so nice and very helpful. The food and drinks were amazing! And the decor was so cute (love the llamas and all the flowers on the patio)! Highly recommend if you're in the SD area. read more

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Tallarin Verde - 9/10 Loooove how thin and crispy chicken the chicken is. It goes so well with the green sauce. The noodles were a big hit with my partner. Lomos Saltado - 7/10 Pretty good with the wedge cut fries. We ordered it with an egg. I definitely wish it was a runny egg, instead of cooked all the way through. Chicha Morada - Yum! This is a must if you're looking for a refreshing drink. It makes for a good palette cleanser. I like the kick of cinnamon. Waitstaff - 10/10 Everyone here is so friendly and happy to recommend dishes and help. Ambiance - 10/10 The llama decor is so fun! Not distracting in anyway. There's lots of greenery and flowers (prob fake), but beautiful enough for a date spot. Overall, the restaurant feels spacious and beautiful. We'll be back! read more

Flama Llama - Tallarin Verde, Lomos Saltado, Chicha Morada - Latin American Near Me - San Diego, California

Love the ambiance as it feels like we are in Cusco. And the food is delicious. Need to try the signature dish Lomo Saltado! read more

Flama Llama - Ambiance of being in Cusco - Latin American Near Me - San Diego, California

This is our second visit to this restaurant and I'm so glad that they are added to the resy list so I can use my Amex quarterly credit. Wifey and I both like their unique Peruvian flavor and cute interior. The only thing that might want to improve is the service. They are really understaffed, only two servers to handle 10+ tables during the rush hours. read more

Flama Llama - Latin American Near Me - San Diego, California

This is such a great restaurant! Love the pork which is marinated so well and slow cooked, and the beef is also in a nice balance of the salty and sweet-sour. The serve is a bit slow but that's ok- because they mention it is because of the cook of rice - and the rice turns out to be so soft and delicious! read more

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I always eyed this place every time I would drive through Convoy and glad that I finally got to visit. Cute llama light display near the entrance. The staff is very friendly, and the food has good flavor with decent portion sizes as well. For some reason that was probably a fluke, the paella we ordered ended up being really salty in a way that was close to inedible despite being really flavorful and full of ingredients. The staff was understanding and was able to remake the dish so that it was less salty and was tasty after that! Came back a second time and had Leyna and Bella as our servers - they were super nice and attentive! The food was all really tasty and came out really fast. Their drinks are really good too, especially recommend the chicha morada that had a strong cinnamon flavor. I will say that I think the portion sizes got smaller since my las visit but taste is just as good. Would come back! read more

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This place is super cute! We were seated as soon as we arrived with no wait. But, if there were a wait, the have seating available after you write down your name for the wait list. I love the decor and ambience at this location. It's a very relaxing spot to enjoy some lunch for sure. We ordered the Lomo Saltado with regular fries. They have the option for wedge fries. There is plenty of parking available right outside of restaurant. read more

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