I have been going to Inkas for years and the food is always excellent! Staff is very friendly. Great for eating in or to go.

Excellent food and service. Ample inside and outside seating. The restaurant is located behind/by the patio area/big tree, you cannot see it from the parking lot. read more

So we had to wait forever to be seated and it took just as long to actually order. I was a little annoyed, but boy was it worth the wait. The food was SO GOOD. The inside is nice too. I really liked all the Peruvian decor items, very cute. I will definitely go back, just maybe order for pick-up instead of siting down when I'm really hungry... read more

Hidden Peruvian spot perfect for people who work nearby in Irvine - it's kind of pricey but the food comes in large portions and is so flavorful. So far the lomo saltado, chicken picante and alfajores cookies are my favorites. Having visited multiple times, service has been consistently good! There's a large lot shared with neighboring offices and both indoor, outdoor patio seating (with shade under a large tree). read more

Inkas Irvine - chicken picante, lomo saltado, pollo saltado - Peruvian Near Me - Irvine, California

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Best hidden gem. Food always great, never a wait. Plus the staff and owner super friendly. Have been coming here for 18 years. Oh and best Peruvian cookies anywhere. read more

Inkas Irvine - Best cookies!!! - Peruvian Near Me - Irvine, California

+ The Lomo Saltado was delicious at first. Firm, yummy, decent amount of steak complemented by seasoned fries and plenty of onions and rice. + I like the complimentary bread & flavorful spicy green sauce too. - But halfway through the meal the meat was gone and there were so many, many carbs left. Fries, rice, bread. Carbs galore! - Besides the onions, the meal comes with practically no other vegetables. Not quite a healthy, well-rounded meal. - For the rest of my meal, I couldn't stomach the bland carb-overload, so I took a few more bites then begrudgingly disposed the rest... . Usually ordering directly from the restaurant saves you a few bucks from 3rd-party platforms. + However it seems the opposite with Inkas: save $2 ordering thru UberEATS. + Quiet, peaceful ambience. + Nice, helpful staff. . Service speed was okay. - Huge but very crowded parking lot, - with few exits. I had: $20.95 Lomo Saltado + tax = $22.57 read more

Second time coming here and it's incredible. If you know what Peruvian food supposed to taste like, it's this. Service is very friendly and welcoming. Definitely coming back :) read more

Inkas Irvine - Lomo saltado and civiche (fish and shrimp). - Peruvian Near Me - Irvine, California

The cut of meat was very poor; I ordered Lomo saltado, and the meat was like cardboard, it had no flavor and didn't taste like Lomo at all. It was really bad. The same thing happened with the other meat dishes we ordered (Tallarines Verde con milanesa de carne and Steak & Egg the cut was very poor. Bad experience read more

I've been to Inkas many times before, but it had been a while since my last visit. I decided to treat myself to a solo dinner here last weekend, and it was phenomenal, even better than I remembered. I was greeted right away and seated quickly, which made for a great start. The atmosphere is vibrant and inviting, with a bright and colorful space and both indoor and outdoor seating. I chose to sit inside and really enjoyed the ambiance. For food, I ordered a variety of empanadas: steak and mushroom, chicken, and a steak empanada served with amarillo dressing. The steak and mushroom was my personal favorite, so flavorful and perfectly cooked. I also had the huancaína potatoes, which were absolutely delicious, and paired everything with a chicha morada that was incredibly refreshing and tasty. Before heading out, I grabbed some alfajores cookies, and they were so good. Even though it's about a 15-20 minute drive for me, it's completely worth it. I will definitely be back again soon. read more

Inkas Irvine - Empanadas, Huancaina (Spicy Cheese Sauce), Chicha Morada and Extra Bread - Peruvian Near Me - Irvine, California

Stopped in for a quick drink. Enjoyed their red sangria outside on the patio. The sangria was tasty and refreshing! They have all day happy hour specials. Already had lunch but when I went in to pay everything smelled soo good! Have to go back again for lunch next time. read more

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Came for a corporate lunch, it was good. Plenty of seating, can get rushed and busy fast. Service was great and staff was nice. Food is peruvian so def unique and different read more

Inkas Irvine - Peruvian Near Me - Irvine, California

Had reservations for 7pm for a party of 4. After waiting an hour for food we walked out. There is no organization on how orders are placed. Other tables arrived after us, ate, paid and left. read more

Inkas was such a delightful place to dine! My friends and I ate here on a warm sunny weekday afternoon, and the outdoor ambiance was just perfect for catching up over some delicious food and drinks. The service was very friendly and the food came out in a very reasonable time. Now onto the good stuff: Ceviche: 5/5. The ceviche was outstanding! So flavorful and had the perfect amount of acidity. It was a great appetizer and very shareable for 3 people. Highly recommend. Chicken picante: 4/5. Picante is my favorite Peruvian dish of all time. While Inka's rendition was not my favorite version of this dish that I've tried, jt did not disappoint. It had great flavor and the chicken was not dry at all. I'd likely order something different next time, but this wasn't still delicious. I will definitely be returning to Inkas the next time I am craving Peruvian food or want a nice outdoor spot to dine at. I'd definitely love to come here with my dogs! Do yourself a favor and try Inkas out! read more

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Came back for the great service I received last time & food. Love the night time ambiance outside. Jesse was my server tonight, he was awesome! I recommend trying the paella. 10/10 love this place read more

Inkas Irvine - Peruvian Near Me - Irvine, California

Inkas is a cute restaurant tucked in an office park, with indoor and outdoor seating. They specialize in Peruvian food and will give you bread and aji, the slightly spicy green sauce . We started with some fish ceviche that came with yam, potato and cancha, Peruvian corn nuts. I got the Peruvian paella, which had plenty of perfectly cooked seafood - even the calamari was tender! My husband got the seafood picante stew spicy, but it wasn't very spicy (and I'm a spice wimp). Service was very attentive. Recommend sitting outdoors, weather permitting. Plenty of parking in the lot. read more

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Roger and the owner are so amazing. I live kind of far from here but every time we come in they are so welcoming and the food is amazing. Vibes are immaculate as well. read more

Inkas Irvine - Peruvian Near Me - Irvine, California

Had lunch with a group of 4. We sat outdoors and enjoyed a fairly quick lunch. We were served drinks and bread to dip in the wonderful green sauce. Ordered the Lomo Saltado and it was delicious. Fries could have been a bit crispier, but soaked in the beef broth and topped with the green sauce it was amazing. Service was consistent for what you would expect on a busy lunch period, drinks were kept full and the staff was friendly. Definitely look forward to coming back and trying a couple of other dishes. read more

Inkas Irvine - Lomo Saltado - Peruvian Near Me - Irvine, California

Wasn't busy on a weekend lunch. Perfect for a leisurely meal with friends. Service was great. But the beef picante was salty.

the ambience and food were perfect for either lunch or dinner. Sat in outside patio beneath a huge tree and ordered a cup of Aguadito, cilantro infused soup with pieces of chicken and potato in it. Very delicious. The main course was Seafood Lomo Saltado which was huge with shrimp, fish and squid pieces cooked with red onion and tomato chunks. it was accompanied by tasty chunky fries and cilantro rice. It was tasty and seafood was tender but the sauce was tad too salty for my taste. Service was efficient and friendly and price was reasonable for the amount of food. My friend and I were very full and satisfied sitting under a tree canopy. It momentarily took us to a different country while sitting in a concrete business area. read more

Love the outside seating area. Under the canopy of a huge tree, it's so nice a shady. In the middle of all these industrial office buildings there is the highly enjoyable setting that allows you to forget you're in the hustle and bustle of the grind. Great food, but I have to admit I get the chicken picante almost all the time. It's my favorite dish here and I love it. You get this great fresh bread and butter to start. It's always pillowy and delicious. The bottle of green sauce is earthy, vibrant, fresh and a little spicy. So good!! I've been here with friends and everyone enjoyed their meals. I've not been let down by this place yet. It can get busy with all of the tables and offices nearby, so service can be a little spotty at times. read more

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This was my first time trying Peruvian food and though I have no other Peruvian food to compare it to, it's was a great first time experience. The food was very flavorful, not overpowering. Our waiter was so polite and provided suggestions. I loved the ambiance, lights were dimmed with nice music. Such a nice spot. I will definitely be returning. read more

Food was amazing during Valentine's Day and staff was amazing as well very pleased with my previous experience Ty for taking the time to reply to me I really appreciate it it was actually my first time having Peruvian food that was authentic outside my partners family's dishes we can't wait to come back and experience more with you guys read more

Food was ok but the service was great. Honestly I prefer other spots like El Rocoto or Pollo Inka. The Saltado de pollo and the aji sauce were a 7/10. read more

Nice amount of seating, not too crowded but it is nestled in a business park after all. Amazing flavor to each dish! The portions are pretty big and worth the price as well. The green sauce for the free bread is quite spicy. read more

Inkas Irvine - Chicken Saltado - Peruvian Near Me - Irvine, California

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I really like this place. The food is good and reasonably priced. They give you bread and this delicious and mildly spicy green sauce in a bottle. It's fantastic. The service is always good and its atmosphere is great. I like sitting outside under the big oak tree that they have lights running through its branches. read more

My family and I drove out to this restaurant on a Saturday because the listed hours say they close at 9:00 PM. We arrived at 7:40 PM, well before closing, and were walking toward the door when the waitress saw us and flipped the sign to "Closed." When we asked what time they actually close, she said 8:00 PM, which completely contradicts what is posted online. It was frustrating to be turned away like that, especially after making the drive with my family. If your real closing time is 8 PM, please update your hours. This was a very disappointing experience. read more

My wife and I differed a bit in our evaluation. I thought it was definitely a 4 star, she thought closer to a 3. But since it's my review..... 4 stars it is. I thought everything that I ate was pretty good. We got the chicken saltado and the lomo saltado. I thought they were both pretty good... A little less flavorful than LA's Marios, but still pretty tasty. We also got the calamari which I thought was also pretty good. The batter was light and crispy and it was well seasoned. The service was also good. The restaurant was nice and clean, but super empty since we went later in the evening. read more

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5 = service 4 = food 4 = ambiance I ordered their Tacu Tacu seafood which includes shrimp, fish, calamari and mussels. I liked rice which comes with the white beans mixed in. Also shared Banana Fantasy which was delish. Plantains with lucuma ice cream and caramel drizzle. Yes! Wonderful service. Outside is nice but the chairs need replacing. read more

Inkas Irvine - Tacu Tacu Seafood - Peruvian Near Me - Irvine, California

Stopped by Inkas for dinner and was pleasantly surprised by how good the lomo saltado was. The beef was tender with just the right sear, and the sauce had a solid depth of flavor without being too salty. I liked that the fries held their texture even mixed in with the juices, and the rice was fluffy and well-prepared. It all came together as a really comforting, satisfying plate. Service was attentive throughout the meal. Our server checked in at the right times and made sure drinks were topped off without being overbearing. You could tell they care about the guest experience. The space has a calm, low-key atmosphere that works well for a casual dinner or something a bit more relaxed. Clean tables, a comfortable layout, and a quiet enough room to hold a conversation without shouting. Definitely a spot I'd return to when I'm craving Peruvian food done right. read more

Inkas Irvine - Peruvian Near Me - Irvine, California

My husband and I went here for a date night cause I was really craving Peruvian food and Inkas did not disappoint!! Both of our dishes were delicious and the service was EXCELLENT! Everyone that worked here was so welcoming, accommodating and friendly. Our server was super sweet, attentive and efficient. Will definitely be back :) read more

Inkas Irvine - Tallarin Verde Chicken (PASTA) - Peruvian Near Me - Irvine, California

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The food and service were both amazing! I went on a Friday at noon and there was plenty of indoor and outdoor seating. My friend and I sat outside and it was so nice. I will be coming back again and again and recommending it out. read more

Inkas Irvine - I ordered the Talla Verde Chicken (Pasta) and the white sangria. It was flavorful. I will 100% be coming back to get more. - Peruvian Near Me - Irvine, California

Our waiter, Carliana was AMAZING! She made our experience at INKAS 10x better. She recommended the green pasta and we LOVED it. It was busy today but she still managed to have great service with the best attitude. We will definitely recommend this to all of our friends and family. read more

super yummy! service is great, the staff always checks up on you. lots of seating inside and the outside seating is so cute. the yucca fries were my fav. the steak was cooked medium well. bathroom was nice and clean too! read more

Inkas Irvine - yucca fries and Ceviche - Peruvian Near Me - Irvine, California

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One of south Irvines best kept secrets!! Before VOX made Peruvian food popular this little gem has been on our radar for years! Our family absolutely LOVES this place and we bring all of our out of town guests here! Everytime our kids come home from college the first thing they ask is when can we go to Inkas! Anna and her family have done a great job of keeping this place unique from the food to the decor and amazing hospitality! We've never had a bad experience here and will always support a family business! Pros // AMAZING FOOD // lots of parking! // never a long wait // the white sangria is delish! // cozy and clean Cons // it's far from our home but always worth the drive! read more

Everything was outstanding here. Service was amazing along with the food. Atmosphere was great too. Definitely coming back.

The food, and especially the service, is consistently excellent here. All of their servers are friendly and attentive. It's always been my favorite Peruvian restaurant. read more

Inkas Irvine - Saltado Shrimp or Seafood Combo - Peruvian Near Me - Irvine, California

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On 8/9 I visited with my ophthalmologist at 15825 Laguna Canyon Rd, after my appointment I decided to have lunch at Inkas. During my lunch at Inkas I created a reel and posted a review of my experience. This evening the owner reached out to me apologizing for the way the server behaved towards me. I understand that people can have a bad day, and I do appreciate it when the owner or a representative of a business comes forward and apologizes for an unpleasant experience. As mentioned in my original review, the location has a beautiful patio setting and the empanadas were a favorite. I do believe wholeheartedly that restaurant reviews are crucial to the industry. It is a way for business owners to know how their staff behaves, or how well the restaurant is being represented by the staff. From personal experience, I know that knowing how to manage negative feedback, and learning from mistakes helps management to improve the overall experience for each patron. With this review I have rated Inkas a 4, because the owner took OWNERSHIP by apologizing for the way I was dismissed by the server. read more

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The lomo saltado featured savory strips of beef mixed perfectly with crispy french fries. I really loved the fresh seafood ceviche because the citrus marinade was so refreshing. read more

Really love this place. There is nothing you can order that won't be amazing. The green pasta and the seafood rice are my personal favorites. Don't skip the green sauce for the bread. It is spicy goodness and just on another level. This place gets very busy on weekday lunches. Occasionally I have to wait a bit to order after being seated. It came be annoying, but it's worth the wait. The staff is super sweet and they work very hard for your business. read more

FIRST OF ALL THEIR CUSTOMER SERVICE IS A 10/10 Juana is the nicest waitress you could ask for She was polite and also very attentive ! She even asked if she could box up our food , like how sweet is she ! Secondly , the food was to die for ! I got the arroz con pollo and I must say as a fellow Peruvian it tasted exactly how my grandma makes hers ! It was full of flavor and their aji sauce is so good ! The aji sauce has a good spice to it as well so if you're not a fan of spice please stay away . The decor is really cute and the ambiance is chill and relaxed Overall I am pleasantly surprised by this restaurant . It is a little hidden in between a lot of corporate offices so if you can't find it just give them a call they will happily direct you ! read more

Inkas Irvine - Arroz con pollo - Peruvian Near Me - Irvine, California