I would say the fish platter was amazing and the chaufa chicken was good and the fried yucca was very good. Noah. 12. We adults particularly also liked the ceviche. read more

This is a cute, unassuming restaurant. Although it's on a busy street, it was pretty quiet on a Saturday evening. They have three outdoor tables and a bar in the front of the restaurant. The owners are Peruvian. To drink, I had the house red sangria. I loved that you could specify sweet, semi-sweet, or tart. I went for semi-sweet. It was nice and fruity and you could taste the wine. My husband enjoyed the strawberry pineapple wine punch, which had a bold pineapple flavor. They have several vegan entrees. I got the vegan chaufa with tofu. It was full of veggies and the fried rice was rich and well prepared. The tofu was nice and firm. I asked for hot sauce and they provided a red and a green option. The latter had cream in it. Our waitress warned that the red was quite spicy. It did have a kick, but it wasn't crazy and gave the dish the added flavor I was looking for. Their sweet plantains were satisfyingly charred for a crisp bite. Service was fast. read more

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Recently tried Harlemite Peruvian Cuisine and had an okay experience. I will say, the customer service here is super friendly, and I didn't feel rushed to leave throughout my meal. Some of the pros included their great happy hour specials, which included $8 drinks. The space itself is pretty small with an outdoor option. The day we came it was pretty warm out and unfortunately the AC wasn't working so this made dining a bit uncomfortable. The food was good, but nothing spectacular. However, homemade fries were a standout for me! Prices seemed fair as well. read more

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Just the other day I was craving Peruvian food, today I was walking around in Harlem and looked to my right and that's how I stumbled upon this place. Don't be turned away by the name! Now if you are anything like me, you understand how important it is to enjoy food that is fresh. I rather a plate of food that is extremely fresh over the taste & how well seasoned the food is, thankfully, here I got to enjoy both! I was worried about the fish. To many times have I had fish that was under seasoned. This fish was amazing. It was soft, seasoned well, had a lot of meat and I'm extra happy I didn't swallow (or shall I say choke) on a bone like I am prone to doing lol The fish dish was served with fried plantains and a side of some type of coconut sauce. I didn't think it would pair well together, I didn't really even think that I needed it at all. But, I took the plantain, put some fish on there and poured the coconut sauce over it and boy, I am so happy I had this meal today. It was fresh, well balanced, and light. Fortunately, there were enough plantains to fish ratio, even if it doesn't seem so in the pics. To this point, my partner had the lomo saltado, and he is not a man to ever choose red meat (it's a beef dish) after he was done he was like "wow, isn't it weird that this doesn't feel heavy at all". I took some of his food and can attest to this also! I walked in really really wanting the ceviche, cuz how do you go into a Peruvian establishment and not opt for that lol? There were three things on the menu I was in between and I am satisfied with the dish I had. On the table, there is a little menu that says you get a free dessert for writing a review on Yelp or Google. I didn't tell the owner I would write a review. He saw me taking pictures and I assume he knew exactly what I would be doing when I left. I thought it was a matter of doing the review and getting the dessert perhaps on your next visit, or doing the review before you leave. Which, I did neither. It was nice of him to bring the dessert. It's a passion fruit cream brûlée, which I have never heard of before or had. The passionfruit is prominent, but not sour at all. I had no clue what exactly I was eating beforehand, but knew just on the flavor alone. It was sweet, soft and light. Ohh, honorable mention- the chica morada (between me and you, I might've have two cups) something I NEVER do lol. I'm a sucker for corn, purple corn at that, and anything that is specifically cultural to a place, that you can't just get anywhere. It's refreshing, tasty, and not too sweet. Would recommend this spot! I look forward to going back and trying other dishes on the menu. read more

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Discovered this cute Peruvian restaurant located in Harlem, so came here with a friend for dinner. The space was colorful and comfortable, with a cozy atmosphere. I ordered the Salmon and Shrimp in saffron butter sauce, served with orange rice. This was delicious! The Salmon had a slight crisp to it, and was delightfully tender, as well as flaky. Shrimp was succulent and nicely juicy. The savory sauce was well seasoned with plenty of yummy saffron flavor. Rice was perfectly cooked and tasty as well. For dessert, I wanted to try the Sponge Cake with Lucuma ice cream. This was different than I expected and the ice cream I was served was vanilla. When I inquired about it, I was informed that they did not have Lucuma ice cream. I would have preferred it if they let me know upon ordering, because I would not have gotten it. Service was good. Our waitress was friendly and everything came out in a timely manner. Prices were reasonable overall. I would consider returning to try the Pasta with Steak and Tostones. read more

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I found this place a 20 minute walk from Columbia University because me and my bf wanted chicken. We ordered the whole chicken with rice and salad, and it was really great. Very filling for just $25. The service was great, the waiter was super polite! Ambiance was also very nice! read more

Harlemite Peruvian Cuisine - Pollo a LA Brass whole chicken - Peruvian Near Me - New York, New York

This Peruvian restaurant is known for its seafood, but their meat and rice dishes are equally stellar. This was my first visit to Harlemite, and everything was exquisite -- from making the reservation to the food and the service. Our waiter was very friendly and gave helpful recommendations on what to order. My pollo a la brasa (rotisserie chicken) came with rice or fries and salad, but I requested to substitute the rice/fries with tostones, and they happily accommodated at no extra charge. The meal was affordable and super flavorful -- no one does rotisserie chicken like Peruvians! And that's coming from a non-Peruvian. My friends ordered lomo saltado and shrimp chaufa (fried rice). The lomo saltado was a bit heavy on cumin, but the portion was generous and otherwise well seasoned. I'd definitely come back here. I do wish they were on OpenTable or Resy since I had to message them on Instagram to make the reservation, but fortunately they're responsive. Now to get that free dessert! read more

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I've yet to have a bad experience at Harlemite. I especially love the fried fish with plantains and that coconut sauce. Yum. Cocktails are refreshing, outside seating weather is here! Overall service is attentive and usually polite. Great for solo, small groups or even a larger group. read more

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Pros : Hidden gem Cozy & welcoming ambiance Friendly& cute waitstaff Outside patio Sports showing on screen Delicious food Great service Happy hour Reasonably priced Wonderful addition to neighborhood Cons Beer and wine only read more

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So do not claim Peruvian if you're not a real Peruvian restaurant! Pull up a seat let me start! Ok so we had a reservation for 6 people @6:30 on a Saturday evening. My husband and I met with our friend but my cousins were running late so we decided to go in order some sangria and appetizers until they were able to join us. Walked in a young Indian woman greeted us and showed us to our table, I explained that the other 3 were running a bit behind. She said no problem ( the restaurant was a bit empty) we sat down and instantly order a carafe of sangria because duh what else would you order in a Peruvian restaurant ‍ she came back with the carafe but the sangria looked very thick I didn't see not one bit of orange or any other fruit inside, she gave us 3 glasses with ice and looked like fruit cocktail in it. She poured mine first and I took a sip I then asked her can they make this stronger? It tastes like fruit punch, she looked at me and said sure. She came back within seconds with more of the same substance in the carafe I then asked" do you make it here?" She said no it comes from a can my husband said let's order some prosecco to spritz it up a little of course we tried and that made no difference. Now on to appetizers, we order yuca fries, wings and these little wrapped things that resembled empanadas. The food came out! Yuca fries had cheese drizzled over it ( think cheese whiz) the wings had no flavor and not very hot, I have to admit the little empanada things were ok! But here's the kicker she gave us 2 different sauces one was red and a little spicy the other was a white sauce. My friend decided to taste it and it was TARTAR SAUCE WTF!!!! I then called her over and asked what the sauce was for she looked at me and said the wings ‍ I repeated her and said the wings? She looked me straight in the eye and said yes!! I nibbled on a fry, had a wing and maybe 3 of the little empanada thing! Ok so now my cousins call and say they are about 15 mins away so at this point we say ok let's order our entrees. I called her over once again and ordered a whole chicken, Maduros and arroz chaufa. While we waited for our order a gentleman came over and banged on the table stating he was taking the table next to us my husband then told him they are 5 mins away they went back and forth about it eventually the man grabbed another table that was empty ( amongst the few) 2 mins later my cousins walked in we told them what happened so far, they were turned off, we were turned off we canceled our order paid what we had and drove our happy a$$es over to pio pio! NEVER AGAIN!! Btw the whole staff is Indian ‍ read more

We are Harlem natives and we love to try new dining experiences, i went into Harlemite, and the staff was friendly. We had some trouble ordering our food. Maybe it was the servers 1st and she was very nervous. Our food came out looked delicious, but lacked the authentic Peruvian taste. It was extremely bland no flavor whatsoever. The owner came out and asked how everything was. I gave him a look of uncertainty. I then responded, actually not going well. The owner turned around and walked away. We asked for the check, paid. And as we walked out I spoke to him. He's the same owner from the Indian restaurant next door! He rebuddled my comment and said. I can't serve real Peruvian cuisine in Harlem. Wow! I cannot believe he said this! I'll never be back! read more

On my list of neighborhood go-tos! Can't go wrong with Harlemite. Love having a Peruvian option on the row, and delicious at that. We went during their soft opening a couple of years ago. They were just sort of playing around with the menu, but even then it was good. I don't think any of those menu options survived, unfortunately. Among them were lollipop chicken and I believe a version of mofongo. I don't know what took us this long to return, but I could kick myself for missing out! We suggested it to our friends who were visiting from Columbus OH and we all agreed it was a great choice. Clean plate stickers all around! We had plantains, yucca fries, various chaufa and fried rice and saltado. And it's so cute. Indoors as well as the red tabled back patio. And great friendly patient attentive professional service. Thank you, Harlemite! read more

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The place is clean and the workers are attentive. I got my food to go. I ordered the combo with chicken, salad, rice, and fries. Unfortunately, the flavor was not there. The rice was bland and tasted mostly of sesame oil, and the chicken lacked that Peruvian flavor--sigh. The green sauce had no taste. It just wasn't what I'm used to when I eat Peruvian food. Maybe the flavors have been gentrified because the area is changing--I don't know. In any event, try at your own risk. read more

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Food was some of the best Peruvian food I've had outside of Peru. Absolutely fantastic experience, and the staff are so friendly and create such a fantastic environment. read more

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I enjoyed the arroz chaufa de pollo (for the second time here). There was a generous portion of seasoned fried rice, with tender chicken, chopped scrambled eggs, and tasty veggies. I also liked the papa rellena, ground beef inside of a potato ball that was lightly crispy outside and soft inside. I tried a bit of my friend's pescado a la chorrillana, which also tasted very good. I appreciated the attentive service and welcoming atmosphere on a busy weekend evening. I look forward to trying more from their menu. read more

Delicious food, decent prices, great service. Comfortable covered patio in the back that may be dog friendly. read more

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1st, thank you Andres for being so attentive. The food was delicious. We started off with the chicken croquette which was delicious. I had the shrimp in the yellow sauce and it was creamy and the shrimp was tender. My cousin had the steak and her steak was cooked at such a perfect temperature. I highly recommend this gem and will definitely be back. read more

Service was poor from the moment we walked in. The restaurant was full, and despite having reservations, our server couldn't find them. It didn't end up affecting where we sat, but it wasn't a great start. From there, the experience only got worse. The waiter mumbled constantly, making communication difficult, and spent the entire meal rushing us. We were repeatedly made to feel like we needed to hurry, and before we had even finished our drinks, we were handed to-go cups because they wanted to close. There's a difference between closing for the night and making paying customers feel like an inconvenience. The food was good, but the service completely overshadowed it. I wouldn't return unless the service improves. read more

Love the ceviche here! The fish is super fresh and chicken is super juicy. Service was very attentive and efficient. Laidback and comfortable vibe! read more

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Love love this restaurant! Our food was delicious. Our waitress was very attentive. Highly recommend. read more

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This was amazing Peruvian food! We ordered the cilantro ceviche and a lomo saltado and neither of them disappointed. They were so delicious and the meat of the lomo was particularly tender but overall it was all so good. The service was truly exceptional. Our server gave us all of her recommendations and really took her time telling us. I would totally come back! Loved it! read more

Sillao and tacacho special dish These meals were delicious portion size was perfect and the flavors were outstanding such a cute little spot and onions so comfortable. The server is so friendly and attentive definitely will come back. read more

Food was really fresh and well seasoned. The outdoor patio looks gorgeous but it was way too hot the day we were there. Service was attentive but it was not busy. The dessert we had, passion fruit crème brûlée was incredible. read more

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Great service, excellent vibes, delicious food all in the heart of Harlem! Highly recommend read more

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Excellent food. And the service was top notch as well. Super attentive and great recommendations. We will be back.

Tallarin a la huancaina was incredible! Real creamy and rich, paired with the lomo was a hearty and delicious meal. Got a ceviche as well that was the freshest Ive had in a good while from any other Peruvian restaurant. Definitely coming back soon. Awesome chicha too. read more

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So increíble. Wow. What a great spot. Only comment is that the traditional ceviche was VERY lemony (I know my ceviche) but cilantro ceviche was Great. The pollo a la brasa was delicioussssss read more

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Soooo good! one of the best lomos I've ever had! the chicken trumps pio pio and everything tasted sooooo fresh!

This is an outstanding restaurant with some amazing Peruvian food. I had dinner with a Peruvian friend, born in Peru, and she was quite surprised by the authenticity. The Causa Limena with tuna fish shouldn't be missed, the shrimp ceviche didn't disappoint and the Choritos à la Chalaca was ourstanding. The atmosphere is top notch with a great mix of foodie regulars. A must for anyone that want great food, great atmosphere, and the desserts; try the Passionfruit Brûlée...OMG! read more

The environment is warm, inviting, and clean! But the food... this is where they shine. I had the Tacacho Seafood and it was great. I am looking forward to returning for another great menu option. read more

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Amazing!!! Got The whole chicken with rice, salad and sweet plantains on the side with a crème brûlée. Love everything and the service was phenomenal. Can't wait to go back. Also the space was really beautiful. Sat indoor but they have a nice back patio read more

Made a reservation 815p 4 ppl. July 2nd real hot outside. With my mother arrive at 8:02 with "We have no room, you made the reservation for 4, yeah I was going to cal you" while I now have sweat stains on a gray t shirt. I replied I made and have a confirmed reservation "oh yeah I'm sorry" I finally say I'm all wet and you were going to call me. My mom lagged behind 3 min with my brother. DONT ADVERTISE YOU TAKE RESERVATION AND YOU WONT GET A SHOTTY REVIEW. Change your front of the house. Currently 96 degrees. read more

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I ordered takeout and everything was amazing. Papa Rellena is potato with shredded beef, onion and raisin's. The chicken was roasted perfectly and the beans and salad were just right and complimented the meal. read more

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Food & ambiance 10/10 We got the traditional ceviche, lomo saltado and tacacho, all super yummy read more

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Stumbled upon Harlemite as me and my friend were walking your usual place and we were seeing so many new places and this one was intriguing if as it was empty, decided to tier a chance on it and was definitely wasn't disappointed. We decided to sit in the open garden area as it was a nice day. We were attended to right away and it was happy hour too so that was a plus! We went with a traditional Pervuian dish as an appetizer and got the salmon dish as our mains. All of it was amazing that I would definitely order this again. We both cleaned our plates and left very happy. The only downside was that hh the time we were ready to leave it was hard to get the attention of a server as it got really busy and there were only two people. They definitely need more hands to help the over whelming amount of consumers they get but other than that great place! read more

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The fried fish was great! I had a good time here a bright spot in the community. Will be back. read more

Harlemite Peruvian Cuisine - This was good - Peruvian Near Me - New York, New York

I got the Pollo a la Brasa and it was very well seasoned! My server was quick and attentive. read more

Harlemite Peruvian Cuisine - Pollo a la Brasa 1/2 chicken - Peruvian Near Me - New York, New York

We had a lovely meal here. The restaurant was pretty and the ambiance was quiet and relaxed. It was easily accessible by subway. Our server was great and the food was delicious and reasonably priced. The traditional ceviche was flavorful with very fresh fish that was not over "cooked" in the marinade. The salmon dish was as beautiful as it was tasty. The lomo saltado with pasta on the side was delicious. We would definitely go back! read more

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Just wonderful. Very inviting atmosphere and welcoming staff. Food was amazing. Presentation and flavorful. Seafood Chaufa was out of this world. read more

The service here is pleasant. Drink wise, the business does not have hard liquor so you have the option of soft drinks, wine, beer or wine based cocktails like spritzes. For food, I ordered the lomo saltado which was decent overall. The French fries were cold and unsalted while the meat/veggies seemed to need a bit more salt. I don't think I'd come out of my way for a meal but I'd consider using it as a spot to meet up for light drinks and a snack etc. read more

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