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4.3 (105 reviews)
Open • 12:00 pm - 11:00 PM
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Nath M.

Everything ordered was perfect. Great taste. Meat was delicious. The drink. All of it. Good service. Environment perfect. I sat outside and it was nice. The host, Alexa was super thoughtful and helpful also the waiter Jason.

Lindsay Y.

Jarana was such a gem to find and close to home. I also love ceviche and the uncrowded part of the Aventura mall, so it was a win/win for me! We started out to the le tigre ceviche and it was amazingly fresh. I ordered the duck confit as a main and my boyfriend had the grilled steak with veggies and rice. We both enjoyed everything. Jarana has a great vibe and was lively but not overly noisy.

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Anie R.

Food service ambiance all great! My reason for a 4star rating it's over priced. One of my all time favorite dishes is Lomo Saltado & coming from NJ & having a bf who's Peruvian I know this dish very well. I've spent less in other restaurants just as good. But I know it's pricy everywhere.

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Christine S.

We went to Jarana to celebrate our anniversary! Food was delish, service was great and the restaurant had beautiful decor. We started with ceviche clásico. It was very good but there might have been a little too much salt or lime. Portion size was great for sharing! Next I had crispy rice! This was delicious! Was a great portion size for an app but also a small meal. I had the chaufa side which was very tasty. My husband had the seafood stew which he loved! All in all I would come back!

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Veronica D.

The food is average, not bad but not great either. For the prices, they can make a better effort. The ambiance is nice. In a new open area of the Aventura Mall. A few restaurants near by. We sat at the bar. The drinks were average as well. Pricey if not in HH. They have HH mon-fri 3pm-6pm.

Ariana M.

Tell me how I've heard so any people tell me they'd NEVER Try cow heart/anticuchos. Honestly, I think it's because they just haven't a good one. You just need to put yourself in the hands of Chef Martha Palacios. She just dropped a new menu with amazing crispy rice, which to be honest, may be my favorite crispy rice right now. It's sort of shaped like a pizza and it has a good amount of fish and ikura. You know we love Ikura here. It was a table slapper for sure. They also have their own version of hummus which I think (if they tell you to eat more greens this is what they mean, served with crisp flatbread it's like a pillow! Oh and I found out they have a happy hour called 4-5-6-7, everything on this menu is at that range. Oh and they have a josper grill which I had no idea what that was but it looks so cool!. Probably why this anticuchos was so good. Their milanesa they incorpated peruvian corn which I love and of course we had to get the classic duck rice dish, Jarana located in the Abbey of the Aventura is a can't miss!

Paloma F.

From the outdoor area to arrive and the beautiful decor, I lit up when I walked into Jarana for Mother's Day. Their staff were incredibly sweet and attentive. We had a party of 6 so I really got to try a lot of dishes. My mom got the 4 course special and it is absolutely worth it if you're hungry. Top favorites 1. Aji De Gallina pot pie. It was so rich and the puff pastry added the perfect balance. It was also filled with veggies similar to a traditional pot pie. 2. The chicken wings. They are full of flavor. 3. The grilled octopus! Pulpo. The best I've had in the states. Being from Peru, I take my Peruvian food reviews the most serious. Jarana has the authentic flavors with its own twist! Loved it and will be back

Maria M.

First time coming to Jarana in aventura and I must say it did NOT disappoint!! We had zero expectations but were surprised at how delish the food was. We had the baby back ribs and the chicken choclito and it was delicious!! The chicken wings were probably one of the best ones we've had ! Def recommend getting the wedge potatoes. Lastly we had the milhojas de fresas and it was sooo good I ate them by myself. The ambiance was great, we sat outside and it was such a vibe. Good music, great vibes. Our server Carlos was amazing! Super friendly, he gave us the best recommendations and made sure he took his time with making sure he gave us the best service. He was also super patient and had a great attitude even when my bf was being a bit picky! lol. Anyways, 10/10 and definitely would be back. Thank you Carlos for providing such great service!

Causa Nikkei*
Colette S.

Cute restaurant on 2nd floor. Staff was attentive and the decor well done. My ceviche was delicious. The causa for me had a little too much going on- I didn't like the tomato addition but otherwise very good.

Takeout
Dawn W.

Ordered takeout from DoorDash and absolutely LOVED the chicken kabobs. I literally cleaned the whole plate. As well as the donuts for dessert. Ate those so quick with a dollop of ice cream that I forgot to snap a pic! Lol. Delivery was pretty quick and the food was still warm. We sat on the balcony at my friends house to create our own ambiance. It was the perfect dinner. Can't wait to stop in or order again.

Sheila G.

Delicious food and drinks. Our server was friendly and kind. The ambience is nice and overall a good experience. My only complaint is that it was a bit pricey

Sandra J.

Food was ok , I'll love to go again and try it so I can have a better experience, will definitely try again it deserves a second chance. Service not so good but I think the sever was new...ambience was nice , lots of families enjoying this place.

Crispy Rice
Shikira H.

I was lucky enough to attend an event here and was so impressed that I decided to return for dinner. Jarana is an amazing Peruvian and Asian fusion restaurant that also serves as a fabulous space to host parties, tucked inside Aventura's Esplanade Park, a lively accessible outdoor space with easy parking access (always a win). We started with their infamous pisco sour while he had an Old Fashioned. Bartender's experience, a win for us. My favorite part, and the real reason for my return, was their crispy rice: a crisp Peruvian sushi-style roll topped with spicy tuna tartare, avocado, and salmon caviar. So good at the event that it deserved a repeat mention. We also ordered the anticuchos tenderloin, tender skewers served with roasted potatoes and chorizo, paired with rocoto and huacatay herb sauces, divinely cooked. And the star plate? Their crispy Peruvian fisherman's platter mixed with shrimp, octopus, and calamari. Frankly I thought it was sensational, perfect for enjoying as a duo. With friendly staff and attentive service, this is a lovely spot we've officially checked off as one we'll happily return to.

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Spectacular. Really good drinks and food. Probably the best Peruvian place I ever ate at. And the service is great too. Will be back.

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Toku Modern Asian

Toku Modern Asian

4.0(158 reviews)
0.1 mi

My waiter wiz was the best , very knowledgeable on the menu and always had good small talk …read more Overall great experience. Will be back for more

WOW!! I had low expectations because its a restaurant in a mall; however, our Spice lunch here was…read moreFANTASTIC! First, let's talk aesthetics. The interior is gorgeous! I would call the look Dark Zen. it was very relaxing, and unless you were seated in the front, facing out, you would not know you were in a mall! Great job creating a little oasis. Spice here is a great deal because their regular menu is very pricey. We started with the crispy spicy tuna (moi) and the tuna pizza. The crispy spicy tuna was perfection! They executed one of my favorite treats really well. The tuna pizza came loaded with fresh tuna; however, it was drizzled with the dreaded TRUFFLE OIL so buyer beware! For mains, Larry had the braised short rib, which came with pad thai, and I had the jhap chae. I was dithering between the jhap chae and the salmon salad and ultimately went with the noodles because a) noodles and b) salmon salad seemed a little basic. However, I did spot the salmon salad on someone else's plate and it did NOT look basic. The jhap chae was nicely umami and studded with regular mushrooms. Very satisfying! I sampled the pad thai that came with the short rib and thought it was a little sweet. For dessert, we had the banana wonton, which came with a side of a tart sorbet. It was the perfect finish to the meal. The service was great! The hostess was a little.... unfriendly? However, the server was fantastic; attentive and friendly with good input regarding the menu. Since Spice has been extended through the end of October, I would definitely book a second visit here!

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Pubbelly Sushi Aventura - Rock Shrimp Roll

Pubbelly Sushi Aventura

3.7(565 reviews)
0.2 mi
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My girlfriend brought her daughter here for her 18th Birthday and the food and service is amazing,…read morethe mini tacos at $4 each....‍ They are good but $4 dollars is way beyond a price hike up, other than that everything else was fine.

I've been wanting to try Pubbelly for a while, so my husband and I decided to stop in for lunch…read morewhile we were at Aventura Mall. The restaurant was surprisingly quiet, with just a few occupied tables, and it wasn't busy. Our server was friendly, attentive, and genuinely apologetic throughout our meal. I actually felt bad for her because our food took an unusually long time to come out. It clearly seemed to be an issue in the kitchen rather than with the service. We ordered two specialty rolls: the Navarro Salmon Roll and the White Hot Roll. The White Hot Roll came out first and was excellent. It featured hamachi mixed with a garlic aioli, wrapped in soy paper, topped with tuna and hot red peppers, with a drizzle of wasabi ponzu. It had a nice balance of heat and flavor, and I'd definitely order it again. Unfortunately, the Navarro Salmon Roll finally showed up 30 minutes later. I'm not sure what caused the delay, especially since the restaurant wasn't busy. I was also disappointed that the menu didn't mention the salmon was cooked. I also didn't realize that kanikama is imitation crab. Those ingredients re not for me, so I wouldn't order that roll again. To their credit, our server handled the situation very well. She was kind, kept checking on us, and brought us complimentary guava and passion fruit ice cream to apologize for the wait, which was a nice gesture. Overall, the experience was a bit mixed. I'm not in Aventura enough to make a trip back here, but I will try the Boca location.

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Udon - 3 cheese noodles with added chicken. Delicious!

Udon

3.5(13 reviews)
0.1 mi

Good Flavor but Limited Value…read more The Pad Thai with chicken delivered excellent taste and balanced ingredients. However, the portion size felt modest for the price point, which affects the overall value. The ordering process is done through kiosks - the self‑service model does not align with the tipping prompt that appears at checkout. Pros: * Flavor Quality - The Pad Thai had excellent taste, with well‑seasoned chicken and a consistent texture throughout. * Preparation - Ingredients were fresh and cooked properly, contributing to a reliable dining experience. * Efficiency - The ordering system is straightforward and allows guests to move through the process quickly. Cons: * Value - Portion size was small relative to the $20 price, reducing the overall sense of value and my rating * Service Model - Guests place their own orders, yet the system still prompts for a tip, which may feel mismatched with the level of service provided. Udon delivers great flavor but the portion size, amount of protein and value considerations keep this visit at a 3.5‑star rating.

For me, this meal was lackluster. My daughter enjoyed it more than I did. I ordered the Short Rib…read morewith Udon Boodles. I couldn't eat it because it had a flavor that didn't taste good. My daughter enjoyed it. I ended up with her Shrimp Fried Rice. This was sort of flavorful. It would have been better if there was more flavor. There were a lot of tiger shrimp but they were small. This portion of food overall was large. I ordered a Coke that was real tasty. They give free refills on fountain drinks and I appreciate that because so many places do not. We each got the coconut and yuzu flavored ice cream. I wasn't sure about the flavor and ended up not eating much of mine. The lemon flavor was kind of off-putting for me. I tried this place but probably won't go back.

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Jarana - peruvian - Updated October 2026

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