Inka Wasi is a hidden gem in DTLA. I always passed by but finally gave it a shot and now eat there multiple times a week. My go to is their Pollo à la Brasa which if you're not familiar is Peruvian rotisserie. It blows Zankou chicken out the waters. It's also the best deal of lunch/dinner in terms of price, quality, and amount of food. I do the half chicken plate which comes with two huge pieces, two side orders, and amazing chicken soup for $17 which is great because it's very healthy as well. They have so many other things in the menu too. Give them your business read more

My favorite Peruvian restaurant in LA! I have ordered the lomo saltado and pollo saltado so many times here, and every time it gets better and better. The staff are friendly and attentive, great vibes all-around. It is a casual restaurant in the heart of DTLA. I usually get take out since parking can be difficult. My go to is the lomo saltado. The perfectly seasoned beef and vegetables pair so well with the rice and fries. The green sauce has a perfect kick and enhances the dish further. The entree comes with a side of green chicken soup which is full of flavor. Food here is consistently great, Inka Wasi is my go-to for Peruvian food! read more

Inka Wasi - Lomo saltado with fries on the side. Green sauce. - Latin American Near Me - Los Angeles, California

Was in the mood for Peruvian food and lucked out finding this spot right by my apartment. I went with their pan con lomo, which is basically a sandwich version of lomo saltado(which is honestly genius). Juicy marinated steak, sautéed onions and tomatoes, plus light crispy fries all packed into a toasted roll is exactly the kind of comfort food I was craving. Everything was seasoned really well and the steak was cooked perfectly, which made this a super satisfying to go order. This was a great first bite into their menu and I'm already planning a return to try more of their dishes. read more

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The food is good lacking a bit of flavor. Portion size is great. Ladies are friendly. read more

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I love Peruvian food however unfortunately Inka Wasi fell short of my expectations. Aji is one of my favorite hot sauces but theirs was runny and not spicy in the least-really disappointing. I ordered the classic lomo saltado because that's always a safe thing to get but it was so mid and the cumin flavor was really overpowering. I did appreciate that they included a little side of chicken soup. The place itself was very clean however and the staff was quick and had my order ready on time however the food wasn't good enough for me to go back. read more

I was walking determinedly. Ignoring all the DTLA was offering. I was on a mission: find and try authentic and tasty ceviche. I marked my spot with a big X - Inka Wasi. And boy was I surprised! The mixto ceviche was delicate with thin slices of squid, shrimp and fish all swimming in a citrusy Leche de Tigre which is a spicy and acidic Peruvian marinade made primarily from lime juice, fish juices, onions, and chili peppers. The aji Amarillo topping it all added to the wonderful tang of the dish. I'd that wasn't enough, the choclo, the Peruvian corn was hot, and chewy. The perfect hot and the perfect chewy. Just enough to offset the coolness (both in temperature and texture) of the ceviche. I may be strange that way but I really don't tolerate monotextural and monotasting dishes. The "stuff it all together in one pot and cook it till nothing can be distinguished from anything else" is just not to my liking. This is why the ceviche was so successful in my mind: it combined temperatures, texture and mouth feels. Each unique. Each contributing to the overall bite sensation. A simple dish, elevated. Then came the platanos. So many times I have to stress "maduro!" Soft. Ripe. Well done. Not here. The platanos came out perfectly. Just right. With tiny bits caramels on the outside and perfectly soft on the inside. A great companion to the ceviche dish, adding depth and flavor. Ambiance is basic, with red and white uncomfortable metal chairs a-lá IKEA style, and basic tables. Not much to enjoy but I'm here for the food not the good ol' red, white and more white! It's counter service that came with a soft smile. How pleasant! read more

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Casual Peruvian food? Yes please! Came here for a quick bite before a movie and was impressed! We ordered at the counter and they were very friendly and informative. We got the roast chicken and rice as well as a soup, aguadito. The chicken was excellent but the star was the rice! It was super garlicky and delicious, cooked to perfection. I couldn't get enough! The aguadito was also very yummy .. super homey and hit the spot. For DTLA the price was reasonable. Definitely would recommend! read more

I got sick and didn't have any soup at home, so I ordered the Aguadito soup. It was extremely delicious, and helped me to get well! The price was very reasonable. I got 2 soups for $15 with tax (although it's probably cheaper away from Uber Eats). The soup was very colorful and flavorful, but my only complaint is that there could have been more chicken. It felt like both bowls only had one piece of chicken each. But outside of that, it was pretty solid! I can't speak to the service and ambiance since I didn't dine in, but everything was securely packaged and still warm when it made its way home. I look forward to trying more items from this place! I only heard of it because I searched "soups" on Uber Eats. That's not even their main dish, so I'm excited to see what else they have to offer! read more

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Good and decent Peruvian spot in DTLA. Going in, the staff took care of me and were pretty friendly. I took my number and chose a seat and they would bring my food to me. I got the Lomo saltado and it was pretty good and flavorful. The steak wasn't tough which I appreciated. I wasn't the biggest fan of the large amount of onions in the dish. I was surprised that the fluffy rice was seasoned and garlicky which I liked. The potatoes soaked up the flavor, but I wish they were crispier. Maybe double frying them would make them better. I smothered everything in the green sauce which elevated the dish and provided a nice kick to everything. I also liked the complementary chicken rice soup that I got which was flavorful and had rice and veggies in it. Everything was solid other than the price. The Lomo saltado was a decent portion, but $18 for the size was too much. The can of inka cola that I got was also overpriced, at $4.50 a can. I also did not like how the prices for many of the dishes weren't displayed on the menus. read more

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The food is ok. I tried it because I was told the chicken was good but it was ok. The only part that I don't like is the parking.

This Inka Wasi DTLA location does not disappoint! I've been a patron of the Palos Verdes location for the last 10 years. I have to say the taste is the same if not better. I ordered the Lomo Saltado which has an equal ratio of fries, onions, steak, and tomato. The steak pieces also had a nice sear and was well seasoned. The green sauce had a nice kick without being too spicy. Definitely give it a try! read more

Still friendly service and amazing food. Everything is cooked fresh and price is very reasonable for the massive portions. It's pretty healthy too. There's only one dish that has a little sugar - the pollo picante. Can't go wrong with the embosado though, ive had w both steak and chicken and i actually think the chicken is even better! read more

Inka Wasi - Chicken embozado - Latin American Near Me - Los Angeles, California

I am loving learning about Preuvian food. Inka makes each dish fresh, and boy are the ingredients frsh. The chaufa de pollo has succulent chicken within delicious stir-fried rice. The lomo saltado is perfectly seasoned with salt mixed with some mystery seasonings that rock. The french fries with which the saltado is cooked are crisp but absorb just enough au jus from the beef. With each plate, you get a cup of soup too. It's a touch pricey, but it's a hearty meal that is worth what you pay. read more

I got sweet potato fries and the rice chicken soup . The fries were really good but skimpy portion. The soup flavor was amazing but also skimpy there was one piece of small chicken in it . It was mostly rice I paid $16.19 for 2 small soups and a side small sweet potato fries. I would try again but not the soup or maybe just ask for them to not be stingy with the chicken. read more

Inka Wasi - Aguadito Soup - Latin American Near Me - Los Angeles, California

Incredible food and friendly service! Try the Lomo Saltado! Best Peruvian food in all of Los Angeles.

Inka Wasi is a great little spot in dtwn LA. Stopped late later in the evening as I was visiting town and needed a quick sit down place. You can order to go or order and they bring it to your table. The staff was very friendly and helpful. The menu on the wall does have the prices. We settled for some pollo a la brasa, lomo saltado y yuca a la huacaina. The food was good, portion was good too. If yij are in the area and want a good Peruvian bite def stop by. read more

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Had a sudden craving for lomo saltado and decided to checkout Inka Wasi. Restaurant is spacious and staff were friendly! + Lomo saltado 4/5: Beef was tender and juicy, veggies were soft, and garlic rice was well-seasoned. It was a very hearty and flavorful meal. The complimentary soup was surprisingly tasty as well. It was big portioned so I ate the second half the next day. I will definitely come back! read more

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Not bad, not the best Peruvian I've had. Lomo Saltado had nice flavor but was a tad light on the sauce (which I like to mix with the rice). Rice had good fglavor as well. Balance in the Lomo Saltado was a little out of proportion as well, meaning, not too many fries in the mix. Wouldn't liked the tomato's chopped up a bit instead of whole slices. The Aji sauce (which I essentially spread over everything) had a slightly chunky texture and was also slightly bland. The cilantro chicken soup was really nice. Might be back, might not. read more

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We arrived close to closing time, but still received great service and fresh food. Very good Jalea and ceviche!

We came here after a workout and I hadn't had Peruvian food for a while so we decided to try this instead of going to Chipotle. The appetizer soup was good, it tasted like rice congee! The fried rice with minced beef tastes exactly like what my grandmother used to make. Yellow sauce plate looks great and resembles a Thai curry dish. It's definitely worth a try. Overall, it was a great find, and I'd definitely come back for more. Who knew Peru had a Japanese president? I didn't know that! Fun fact of the day. read more

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This location is very close to my work and I've been meaning to try it for a while. I'm glad I did! It's a casual restaurant, you order at the register and they bring it to you at your table once the food is ready. We had a soup starter that was very very good. I can't remember what was in it, but it was green, and I'm glad we tried it! 8/10 I had the pescado ceviche, which was perfect for lunch. It was a much bigger portion than I was expecting for lunch, but it wasn't overwhelmingly large. I wish the ceviche itself had more leche de Tigre, but it was great with the green sauce they provided as well. 7.5/10 I will definitely be coming back! I want to try other items on the menu as well. read more

I've passed by Inka Wasi several times while walking in DTLA. There was no line during lunch time. We dined in and ordered the 1/4th pollo combo with garlic rice and salad and the camaron al ajo. I didn't get to taste the chicken was told it was a bit dry. It smelled great though, and I loved the camaron al ajo! It was super garlicky and well seasoned small shrimps. Service was quick and they were patient with us while we lingered at the register trying to decide. Ambience is casual, there were other parties dining in between 12 - 1 PM. I'm interested in trying the lomo saltado soon! read more

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This is not Peruvian. The cooks are firm Central America. Not typical Peruvian food. I do not recommend if you're looking for traditional Peruvian. read more

I wish I could give Inca Wasi at least 4 stars as I rejoice as a Peruvian about Peruvian food. Unfortunately I was a bit disappointed. For starters their menus don't have prices, they just tell you that the dishes are between $10-$25. I know that inflation is high and prices lately scare people but we have the right to know prices before making a selection. Second, the dishes I got aguadito, anticuchos and chaufa we just ok. Nothing to brag about, so I assume that the other dishes might just ok. I have a feeling that their rotisserie chicken is good as that is a dish easier to replicate. Service was good and the ambiance was ok. But Sadly, I am not planning to come back. read more

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Ambiance: it's a small convenience food court style Peruvian place located in DTLA Service: fairly fast and cleaned the table adequately Food: variety choices for classic Peruvian food LOMO SALTADO - **** Sauté of onions, tomatoes, cilantro, and fries, served with garlic rice, rich in flavors, and tasted good with green sauce, recommend AJI VERDE Green sauce - **** the signature hot sauce, recommend AGUADITO DE POLLO - *** warm soup served in cup with entree order, Chicken, cilantro, and rice soup Price: decent portions and reasonable prices, about $20 per person for a quick meal read more

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Best Peruvian food I've ever had !I had the lomo saltado and it was delicious! Def recommend!

I love Peruvian food and have ordered from this eatablishment before. I ordered a Marisco Saltado, based on the photograph shown on Grub Hub, where it appears that the seafood ratio looked good. When the order finally arrived I the realized while eating my meal that there were only 2 pieces of fish, a handful of calamari and a whole lot of onions and fries. The ratio of fish to fries and onion was not balanced like the Grub Hub image. My last 5 bites or so, were mostly red onion and some fries, all the rice and seafood was already eaten many bites before this (if that makes any sense). I think that for the price that I paid, the ratio of seafood should be more sunstantial. It definitey was not worrh what I paid, although it fid taste good, but I shouldn't have my meal sadly end with big chunks of onions. I swear they used at least half an onion to make the food look more full, and to disguise the lack of seafood. read more

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If you love Peruvian food, you'll love Inka Wasi. Staff was friendly and It's a nice easy place to relax in hectic downtown.

I love their food. I try different meals every time I come here and it's always tasty. Also, their service is excellent! Today I left my bag at the table. I run back towards the restaurant and found our server guy standing at the door with my bag in his hand. He handed it to me with his big smile. read more

There have been quite a few short-lived restaurants in this spot, but I think this one has staying power. Everyone in our office loves the place and some at here 3-5 days in a row when they first opened; meat eaters and vegetarians included. They're very professional and polite, it's a faster serve service food, but the quality of the food isn't impacted and everything looks great and taste better. read more

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Inka Wasi is in DTLA by Grand & 7th. They are a fast-casual Peruvian restaurant. People are friendly, and you get the food in a reasonable amount of time. I enjoyed their lomo saltado before and recently tried the Chaufa (fried rice) and Picante de Pollo (seasoned chicken with spicy cream sauce). I put aji verde sauce on everything. read more

Very delicious chicken, tallarin verde. Great staff! Beautiful environment. Delicious aji verde sauce. Gonna try the others next time! There wasn't a long wait. You get what you pay for! This place is GREAT! Everyone needs to come and eat the food offered here! You will fall in love all over again! read more

Inka Wasi - Receipt fit great food and great service! You Get What you pay for!! - Latin American Near Me - Los Angeles, California

I tried Inka Wasi for the first time through grubhub. It was really good, I don't know if the flavors of the marinade on the anticuchos or the tallarin verde or the ahi verde were exact, but they were still tasty. And the portions were big :) . I'd like to one day try the food at the actual restaurant and I can update my review then, but def worth a try, I'm probably just being a bit picky lol. read more

Inka Wasi - Tallarin Verde con Bisteck , Anticucho de Corazon - Latin American Near Me - Los Angeles, California

Inka Wasi serves Puruvian cuisine. Not food I have eaten very often and the saltado, think stir fry with potatoes, tasted good. Not having much experience with this cuisine my comments on taste may be way off. However, the simple recap if: the meal was filling, the service was helpful, polite, and friendly, and the atmosphere was open, clean and counter ordering. Easily will come here again for a lunch. read more

Happy to found this place! We got the seafood picante and chicken saltado and both were good! The food can takes awhile to come out but it worth it so do give yourself extra time. Bonus: they also give free soup with your meal and the soup is good also! read more

Inka Wasi - Picante Marisco - Latin American Near Me - Los Angeles, California

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Ok, so I was feeling adventurous, and while walking in DTLA, I came across this Peruvian place. I ordered Chuafa Marisco (seafood fried rice) and an order of fried plantains (plantano). Before I go any further, I want to address that my receipt says service charge, but that is the 15% tip given. I got the food to go and ate it back at my hotel. the fried rice was loaded with seafood - shrimp, calamari, octopus, and some sort of really good white fish. It was pretty good. I did add some of the included green sauce that had a bit of heat to it. It was a decent size plate of food, and I had a ton of leftovers. They also included a small container of chicken soup that had rice, potatoes, and greenbeans. The soup was ok. It could have used a bit more flavor with some peppers. The plantains were a little too well done with a strong charred flavor - that was a bummer. Inside is pretty small may 15 tables. They have self-service and drink options along with bottled drinks. Customer service could of been a bit better. I was hoping maybe the guy might ask if I had any questions or if I had been in there before. He really didn't say anything to me other than to repeat my order back. There were maybe ten people there around 2 pm. on a Tuesday. Overall, it was a pretty decent meal. If I lived in DTLA I might be tempted to go back and try some different things. read more

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Got delivery through ubereats. Got the calamari and half chicken with salsa criolla. Also got a side of the aji verde. Calamari was crispy and juicy. Came with a sauce but it was good even without the sauce. The chicken was okay. I haven't had chicken a la brasa in a while but maybe I was hoping that it would be a bit more flavorful. The aji verde helped. read more

The food is amazing. The lomo saltado was the star. the service was great. It wasn't crowded so it wasn't a long wait time

Inka Wasi is a nice place for ceviche! We had the fish and next time want to try mixto! Honestly we ordered too many other dishes and had to take some home. I don't remember seeing prices on the paper menu we ordered from. I wanted to try Peruvian food and chose this place because of the vegetarian remixes of traditional dishes. That's awesome for vegans and vegetarians who want to get the flavor of Peru. Very few other Peruvian restaurants have these options! Warm and welcoming service. Great area near metro! read more

Inka Wasi - Decor - Latin American Near Me - Los Angeles, California

Amazing food. The lomo saltado made my white friend tear up with joy