Jora is one of the few restaurants in New York where every single bite feels authentic; you can almost sense the painstaking effort that went into crafting each of their dishes--details that undoubtedly make their food some of the best I have ever tasted. Note: Chef @Javier Cabrera recommended a unique Tres Leches dessert--one you absolutely must try--featuring an ingredient I never imagined I would enjoy quite so much. Thank you very much! read more

This is a great spot for elevated Peruvian flavors done right. We started with the grilled corn causa, which was flavorful and well-balanced, followed by the pulpo al olivo which was tender, perfectly cooked, and paired beautifully with the olive sauce. The ají de gallina was rich, comforting, and full of depth, easily a standout of the meal. For drinks, the chicha sour was refreshing with a nice balance of sweetness and tang, while the marigold was smooth, floral, and thoughtfully crafted. Overall, a solid dining experience with great food and well-made cocktails. Definitely worth checking out if you're in the mood for Peruvian cuisine read more

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Everything was delicious and we had plenty of food for a group of 4! Would highly recommend any ceviche and the Arroz con Mariscos - super flavorful and the seafood was cooked tenderly. The only downside was the restaurant was filled with an incense smell that took away from the delicious food and was distracting. Cocktails seem to be very popular here as well, and the smoked thyme smell was also quite loud, having been sat near in the back by the bar. read more

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As we turned the corner, the best word I can describe this place is inviting. The white walls and the openness of the outdoor dining with the trees right across the street was a nice environment to be in after being cooped up in my apartment all day. I was surprised because when I first entered, it felt more like I was at a friend's house than a restaurant. The interior is cozy and inviting and magnified by the hospitality of the staff. I've been here a few times and the food is really good. Their pisco sour specifically takes the cake. However, I am a bit disappointed because the alcohol quantity has decreased by over half. Otherwise, this used to be a great place both during the day or at night. If you're looking for a cozy restaurant to enjoy a nice lunch with your SO or a date night with your friends, I'd recommend trying this place out ! read more

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Jora Restaurant & Bar never disappoints! A Long Island City Peruvian staple that I'd recommend to anyone in the area. They've absolutely nailed the ceviche, and their happy hour drinks pair perfectly with it. The empanadas were lovely, our favorite was the chicken. Overall, I'd love to come again. read more

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What a great spot, their menu is small enough for you to understand that they take their cuisine seriously The ambience is classy and fancy, their dishes were delicious, honestly one of the best ceviches I've tried in a long time. The service was fast and their suggestions were impeccable! Will definitely come back and suggest you to do that! Ask for their cocktail menu, you wont regret it! read more

Jora - Ceviche Carretilla - Peruvian Near Me - Long Island City, New York

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We went as a party of 5. The place was well decorated. We got our coats checked. They got was seated and the our sever was welcoming and helped us go through the specials. The menu was an online one where we scan the batches to read it. For appetizers we got the Grilled Octopus and the Crispy Yucca. For the mains we got Aji De Gallina, Lomo Saltado and Grilled Ribeye. Lomo Saltado flavors were great but the beef was on the tough side. The ribeye was soft and thin. We asked for medium but I think it was closer to medium rare. The portions were a good size. The food was absolutely delicious. This was my first time eating Peruvian food so I can't compare it to other Peruvian food but on its own it was amazing. We cleared out all of it and were a good level of full. I would recommend and go back again! Additionally, its close to Vernon and Court Square Stations. There is street parking if you want to try your luck. read more

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I really enjoyed my meal with Jora. Interesting menu, quite a variety something for everyone. The restaurant is intimate inside and has a covered patio for outdoor dining. The bar is small and has some seating. Service was solid, water was refilled for our guests several times during the meal. One knock is they do not carry Jack Daniel's. I went with a fantastic Irish Whiskey. The ceviche was outstanding The smoked chicken croquettes were probably the best thing I had, highly recommended. The octopus with potatoes worked very well. The rib steak with potatoes and broccolini was perfect. No complaints from the table. We did not have dessert. There is a parking lot which in LIC is a 200 to 1 shot. I will be back read more

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Hidden gem in LIC where the food is amazing, staff is accommodating and the ambiance makes you feel like you're on vacation! This spot is located on the corner of 47th street so you can miss it. One of the best things about this restaurant is directly across the street. There is free parking for about four cars. The rest is regular street parking. But coming here for lunch. It was easy to park for free in one of those spots. I asked for recommendations from the waitress and what she recommended did not fail. My guest and I left here fully satisfied, and will be returning for dinner to see what the nighttime vibes are all about. I'm interested in trying one of the dishes. The bartender stated that he makes with Budweiser beer!?! Can't wait to go bake. Go here!!! read more

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Jora is an upscale Peruvian restaurant. I enjoyed the food, chicken with rice dish. You only get one plantain slice however. It was disappointing that the appetizers are the same price point as the main dishes. The pulpo is all cut up into small pieces which seem like they are hiding how much pulpo you actually get. This place is nice but only for special occasions. read more

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Jora is a refreshing relief from the subtropical hot mess that is NYC summers. It's hard to eat anything heavy these days and Jora really saved the day with their fresh ceviche and balanced appetizers and entrees. Not to mention, their vibe is perfect for the summer. Think of a colonial townhouse you would see on an island. Then add splashes of modern. Both casual and hip. Our group of five was immediately seated at 8:30pm on a Saturday and service was friendly and quick. The Ceviche Carretilla is 10/10 with varying textures, balanced acidity, spice, and fresh raw fish. The Grilled Octopus is another strong contender with a nice char while staying tender. Paired with a tasty sauce atop a well seasoned Yukon potato? Phenomenal. The Pastel de Chocla brings it home with creamy, cheesy, beefy goodness. The entrees that followed were pretty good too but with a few hiccups. The Lomo Saltado sauce was great but the beef was slightly chewy. The Aji de Gallina was good, but I felt like there was something missing which I couldn't put my finger on. Definitely add rice as an add on to your entrees because the rice itself is delicious. To end the meal, our group shared the Lucuma Ice Cream and Lucuma Panna Cotta which were both delightful in taste and texture. It was our first time having lucuma flavored anything and it was caramel-y and buttery in a way you wouldn't expect a fruit to be. It was a crime that we didn't try the pisco, but my partner and I will definitely be back for date night. No promises of reporting back. read more

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A late lunch fir two at this Peruvian bistro. We were the only ones here at 3:00, and service was excellent, with the latina waitress giving good menu advice. The food was excellent: try the purple corn drink, the ceviches, the causa sampler, and the seafood paella. Pricey though (over $100 fir two, without alcohol or deserts. Highly recommended. read more

Classic ceviche- 3/5 The fish was very tough and sinewy and therefore hard to enjoy. The sauce is very flavorful, tangy and sour as ceviche is. However the texture of the fish made this a pass for me Grilled ribeye 5/5 Medium rare texture cooked perfectly and the chimichurri sauce was delicious. Highly recommend Aji de Gallina 4/5 The garlic rice w choclo was actually my favorite part of the dish. The chicken was a bit dry which takes off one star. Otherwise flavor was great Quick service, casual but very bright and pretty ambiance. Overall pretty good, I wish they would work to perfect the moisture and texture of the fish in their ceviche and the chicken in the Aji Gallina. read more

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Ok in LIC?? Amazing The drinks were amazing (the corn mesquite drink i think was the best), servers were super friendly and helpful. Pretty lively and good place for groups Was a fan of the pastel con choclo n the ají de gallina, the lomo soltado was solid but the other two took the cake for me tbh Would recommend!! read more

This is a pretty aesthetic yet delicious Peruvian restaurant in the Queens area closer to the Manhattan side. We went here Saturday lunch as a party of 4 and did not need to wait for a table. It's walk in only at that time, but the ample seating inside makes this a nice candidate for a last minute meal planning. We ordered the following: - Ceviche Clasico - one of the better ceviches out there and has the usual accompaniments - Grilled octopus - fairly decent sized octopus, the aioli is interesting, something I wouldn't normally prefer - Lomo saltado - I wish they provided cooking preference for the steak since it was cooked well done and rough. The fries were also a bit disappointing. - Aji de gallina - fairly heavy sauce but the chicken is pretty good - not dry at all. We opted to pay $4 for a jasmine rice add on that also had some corn in it. The rice was very buttery and goes quite well with the dish. Service is good - the food is brought at a good pace and water refills by the jug were present. The food here is good for the most part but most importantly for those seeking aesthetics, this is also the place to be. If we had more stomach space, the causa looked quite appealing. read more

Jora - Picture inside restroom - IG @bougiefoodieboi - Peruvian Near Me - Long Island City, New York

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Jora is a gem of a spot in LIC and situated in a prime location, just a short walk away from Gantry. Can't believe I haven't gone here sooner, but it's now always an option for South American cuisine (although one of the more elevated options). The restaurant fills up pretty quick for dinner, but there's also bar seating in the back if you want to come for Happy Hour. We ordered some cocktail off the HH menu; they're about a few bucks cheaper than regular price. All the cocktails were delicious, but also dangerous because the alcohol taste is completely masqueraded. We also ordered a few pitchers of sangria later on, which sadly is not on the HH menu (still enjoyable nonetheless). Ordered a ceviche mixto and seafood paella between two people. The dishes were rather small, but I thought it was enough to satiate both of us. We were given very generous pieces of grouper, squid, scallop and octopus in the ceviche -- all nicely seasoned with some lime juice! For the texture enthusiasts, there was a pleasant crunch from big corn kernels and refreshing crisp from the onions that paired with it. The paella appeared small initially and seemed more like a personal pan, but was more than enough for both of us because of its richness. It was also served with a generous heaping of seafood. Loved that I could taste and feel each grain of rice, with an even coating of flavor and creaminess -- a standard for good paella. Our server was attentive and checked in on us regularly. Despite it being busy, we never felt rushed at the bar tables. Great experience overall! I would find every excuse to come back here with friends, especially with the warm weather (happy hour szn) approaching. read more

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We ordered 2 small dishes, 1 main, and 1 dessert for 2 people and left really full. The ceviche was fresh, tangy, and delicious! The croquettes were also good. The smoked chicken is unique and paired nicely with the potato croquettes. The braised beef with cheese was too sweet for me and I got palette fatigue from it. I was able to get through the dish by pouring the ceviche sauce on it for some acidity. We ordered a side of white, garlic infused rice for the main course. The rice was cooked perfectly. The meat went well with the sauce, which reminded me of a combination of ketchup and vinegar. The Panna cotta was more like a custard pudding. It was creamy and delicious! At first glance, I thought the prices were steep, but our bill came out to a reasonable amount. The portion is bigger than what I expected, which made up for the steep cost since we ordered less dishes. read more

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I was excited to try Peruvian food for the first time and had an open mind. I tried 9 items and probably really enjoyed 3, 3 more were ok, and another 3 I wasn't a fan. Most items seemed great, but there was one ingredient or two in it that threw it off but I won't fault Jora for that because the other ingredients were great and it was just preference. Like powdered sugar on empanadas. I just couldn't fully enjoy my dinner. Even their 2 out of 3 dessert options weren't to my liking. It's too tropical and fruity. They have a pretty good happy hour with $6 beers and a few inexpensive cocktail options. I didn't really enjoy the ambiance and plates. And free parking is unheard of in LIC. read more

Jora - Peruvian Near Me - Long Island City, New York

Was taken here on an outing. The food was great! I loved everything especially the grilled octopus. The drinks were tasty and different than the usual. I think they are pre made but good nonetheless. Ambiance was family oriented, date night, girls dinner. The waiter was helpful with suggestions and timely read more

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Big fan! Great cocktails and the arroz con pollo was a favorite of ours-- the grilled octopus is also very good. The ceviche was a bit too acidic, but we finished it nonetheless-- LIC is also very pretty (walk to the park postgame) Cheers! read more

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Great food and service. Perfect size portions. We always have Jalea among the other delicious plates we order!

It's a cool restaurant. The ambiance is woodsy and homey. It's very laid back. They food is good. The chicken dish was heavy but tasty. The chicken was soft but the sauce was very rich, too much cream. I enjoyed the steak abd fries. We got the cheesecake and it was good too a bit tart and not too sweet. I like the purple yam drink. Woolies come again and they have some private parking spots. The wait staff was very friendly and service was informative and helpful. They are nice here. read more

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The food, drinks, dessert amazing and the staff was very nice. the only reason I didn't give it a 5 Star is that it stated it was good for family- with that statement I feel they should have a kids menu or be able to make minor alterations : I asked if they could separate the meat from the lomo dish (as it sits with the juices, veggies,etc) for my daughter and they could not (the server did go and ask the kitchen). it was New Year's Eve when i visited, perhaps they make accommodations on regular days. Lomo and matcha tres leches 10/10! read more

Cute spot in LIC with attached pisco bar in the back. For appetizers, we got the empanada tasting and the pastel de choclo. Empanadas were amazing! But the pastel de choclo wasn't my favorite thing- the cheese was a bit too pungent for my liking and something (I'm assuming the corn) was very sweet. This is just personal preference! I can totally see someone loving it, just wasn't my fave. For entrees, we got the lomo saltado (beef stir fry) and the seco and pepian (short rib) Holy moly, the lomo saltado was amazing. It was so so flavorful and everything melded together beautifully. The short rib was delicious as well and very tender but was overshadowed by the lomo saltado. Would highly recommend checking Jora out! read more

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When I first got to Jora, I was offered free coat check before I was led to my seat. I ordered Arroz Con Mariscos and absolutely loved it. The dish was so flavorful and there was a variety of different seafood (shrimp, octopus, mussel) to eat. I also tried a little bit of the Lomo Saltado. My initial thought was that it was really delicious, but later on the fries were soaked for too long in the sauce and became quite salty. I also had some of their Broccolini & Choclo, which was pretty average for vegetables and could probably use more seasoning. While the other dishes weren't as good as Arroz Con Mariscos, everything was tasty nonetheless. The servers were also attentive and I left feeling satisfied. read more

Jora - Lomo Saltado ($28) - Peruvian Near Me - Long Island City, New York

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Delicious Peruvian food. The added perk is that they have parking spots across the street on 48th Avenue. The interior decor is beautiful and the food is delicious. We ordered a mixed ceviche to share and then a beef entree with French fries and jasmine rice. The staff were friendly. Would love to dine again for happy hour. read more

Jora has some fantastic Peruvian food and I highly recommend it. Please note that they do not take reservations so if you're coming on Friday- Sunday, try to get there when they open especially if it's a big group. My friends and I ordered the ceviche mixto, huacatay french fries, jasmine choclo rice, lomo saltado, grilled ribeye, and picante de salmon. Everything was fantastic but the meats definitely stood out. The lomo saltado had this amazing sauce that I couldn't get enough of- make sure to order a side of the rice to soak it in since this main dish doesn't come with rice. The grilled ribeye was a perfect medium rare per request and the fingerling potatoes and chimichurri sauce complemented it very well. I wasn't a huge fan of the salmon my girlfriends had but the brussel sprouts that it came with was delicious. In addition to the A1 food, we also got the passion fruit cheesecake and tres leches for dessert. The passion fruit was definitely my favorite of the two- it was tart yet sweet without being cloying. The tres leches was not a traditional tres leches as it came with coffee and chocolate which kind of ruined it for me TBH. All in all, I would return back to Jora as there are several items on the menu I'd like to try but didn't have room for such as the Jalea! read more

Jora - Ceviche Mixto - Peruvian Near Me - Long Island City, New York

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This is easily one of the best Peruvian restaurants in NYC! Every dish is spot on and absolutely delicious. Of course, you can't visit a Peruvian spot without trying the ceviche--it's a must! The jalea, a platter of crispy fried seafood and yuca, is incredible. Be sure to try the octopus, perfectly charred and served with a delicious sauce. The empanadas are also a solid choice. For the mains, I highly recommend the arroz con mariscos--think of it as a Peruvian take on paella, perfectly seasoned, fresh, and absolutely amazing. I can't recommend this restaurant enough! read more

Jora - Peruvian Near Me - Long Island City, New York

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Beautiful ambience! I was greeted and seated right away. I loved the playful llama decorations throughout the restaurant (yes, even in the bathroom!). I ordered the Lomo Saltado, and the portion was just right for one person. The meat was tender, and I really enjoyed the generous amount of cherry tomatoes and onions. The fries came out hot and crispy, though they do get soggy quickly from the sauce, so best to eat them fast. Overall, I enjoyed the meal, though I found the sauce a bit on the salty side. I'd definitely come back to try more dishes! read more

Jora - Lomo Saltado - Peruvian Near Me - Long Island City, New York

I came here with a friend for my birthday dinner earlier in September. We went on a Thursday so it wasn't too overly crowded. Usually it can get pretty busy here. The cocktails were good. The food we ordered was decent as well! My favorite dish was the octopus. The ceviche was amazing. The ribeye steak with chimichurri was great but not otherwise special. Would I come again? Sure on an occasion, but probably not on a casual basis. read more

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Wonderful service by Ana & team! Wow flavorful, creative and beautiful dishes. Ceviche w/ fish & crispy calamari addition of kombu, Salmon w/ cream sauce, pineapple drink w/ char and herbs, Matcha lava w/ cheese ice cream was amazingggg! Will be back! read more

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Delicious Peruvian food! We got the ceviche and I ordered the duck, which is Sundays only. I thogutb the duck was ok, but the ceviche was really good! Not too many pieces of fish but the flavor was delicious. A bit on the pricey end of food as well. Would recommend! read more

Jora - Peruvian Near Me - Long Island City, New York

Easily one of my favorite restaurants in the LIC/Hunter's Point area. Walk-ins only. Came around 5-5:30p on a Friday and was seated immediately. Decor inside looked nice and fun, but opted to sit outside since it was really nice weather. Ordered a good bit of food: - Pastel de choclo: Really cheesy! Reminded me a lot of a shepard's pie, but with Peruvian flavors. Delicious! - Nikkei Tuna Ceviche: Tasty ceviche although wasnt head and shoulders above others I've had. I did find it to be a bit more on the sour acidic side, but that's just my preference. - Grilled Corn Causa: This was really good. Mixtures of mashed purple potato and grilled corn. Who woulda that it'd make a great combo?! - Lomo Saltado: Definitely the star of the show. The sauce was amazing and nice chunks of beef. Definitely make sure to get it with rice to soak up all that sauce! - Passion Fruit Cheesecake: Passionfruit flavor was strong with this one. A nice way to end the meal. - Lucuma Ice Cream: Pretty interesting flavor. Still on the sweeter side. My wife liked it a lot! After tax/tip I believe it was about $70/person which is definitely not cheap, but I think is pretty worth for the quality of food you get. I think it makes for a great fancier date night without breaking the bank. Will definitely come back here again to try some other items. read more

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The restaurant has a nice ambiance, but the high-top chairs were quite uncomfortable for a longer meal. The service was excellent--our servers were attentive and made sure we had everything we needed. As for the food, the appetizers stood out more than the entrées, though I wasn't a fan of the crab dish. While the flavors were good overall, the prices felt steep for Peruvian cuisine, especially considering there are other spots in Queens that offer similar dishes at a much lower cost. read more

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Dined here on a Wednesday night with 2 friends. The restaurant is beautiful and was packed by 6:30. I was the first to arrive and the hostess had me wait until at least one more person came from my party. Note it is walk in only, no reservations except for large parties. We were lucky to get a table with little wait. We ordered the empanadas tasting to start. It consisted of one beef, one chicken, and one cheese empanada. The restaurant at first gave us two cheese so we were able to have 4 empanadas. They were pretty good. I loved the Peruvian twist. I ordered the arozz mariscos, which is a seafood paella and was so good. I loved that all dishes are made to order so I could say no octopus and squid. My friends enjoyed their meals too. Arroz con pollo and Lompoc Saltado. We ended our meal with a tres leches cake, which looked different than most tres leches cakes I have had, but was very good. I will be back read more

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Beautiful and delicious, what more could you ask for? Great Long Island city location, easy to get to by ferry and train. Really gorgeous inside - I love all the plants! Clean space and super nice service. I ordered the aji de gallina and we shared the ceviche mixto, just perfect for both. I got a calendula mocktail that hit my sweet and sour spots. Ordered extra meal for take home, it was that good. read more

Jora - Peruvian Near Me - Long Island City, New York

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I've had friends recommend Jora before and I always wanted to go but never found myself in LIC ever. This is change moving forward because I will be going to LIC to eat at Jora! I do wish they had paper menu. There is something about because able to read the print on paper over my cell phone. I was also kind of annoyed because my phone was dying and I didn't want to use battery to make my dinner options. We ordered a sparkling rose and about 10 minutes later the waitress informed us that they don't have it in stock. If you have the QR code electronic menus... maybe at least consider updating them so that diners don't order something you don't have available. Once we found out they didnt have the bottle we wanted we decided to just start ordering the food and order wine after. We got the octopus, the limo saltado, and the arroz con pollo. These dishes were FANTASTIC. The octopus was tender but also held its shape. The flavors of the potato with the sauces were dreamy. I might get this again for myself so I don't have to share it. The lomo saltado was very deep in flavor and the meat was tender. The fries were fresh and the onions and tomato were a perfect addition for balance. Typically this dish is served with rice and they seem to charge for it here. You can add on rice for an extra few bucks. For me just add it and raise the price? idk. We opted to not get the rice because we ordered a rice dish. The arroz con pollo was so rich. The chicken had crispy skin and the meat was tender. The rice itself was so tasty and loaded with some veggies. All these dishes I would repeat. read more

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Jora was such a delightful hit, exceeded my already pretty high expectations. Ambience and service inside were nice, and they were kind enough to hold onto a few bags members of my party had upon arrival. Our waitress was prompt and friendly as well, guiding the 4 of us through the menu. We started with the spicy ceviche, the fried shrimp and the grilled octopus. Honestly can't pick a favorite, they were all fire. The ceviche wasn't too spicy but had a nice kick, and the fried calamari in the ceviche provided crunch. The shrimp were perfectly fried and delicious. The octopus was perfectly cooked. For entrees, we had the lomo, the aji de gallina, 2 bowls of a rice and fried yucca. The lomo was the favorite, perfectly cooked sirloin in a delicious sauce that the fries sopped up. The aji was creamy and comforting. The fried yucca was a hit. Our drinks (cocktails and mocktails) were all great as well. We'll be back, maybe for their nice patio! read more

This place seems to cater to more to Americans (the music was already a sign), and it is never necessary to water down a perfectly tasty cuisine of the world - this is Queens, after all. The arroz con pollo was on the blander side. IMO it needed more cilantro and salt and a little oil. The yellow sauce also fell short. The positives: the food travels well/stays warm, the portion is generous, and the pickled onions on the side were on point. read more

Walked in on a Friday night around 630 and was offered a bar or outdoor seating for our party of 3! Even outside, the service was exceptionally warm and inviting! Tried the passion fruit pisco sour which was very very good! Probably would come back just for pisco sours if I'm in the area. Food: Got the ceviche classico which was very sour but good. Realized I may be more of a sashimi than ceviche person. Also tried the grilled corn causa which was very good and unique - purple root purée with corn! For entrees, we shared the lomo saltado which was heavy in soy sauce and yummy but nothing too special I thought. The aji de gallina was amazing tho!! tasted like chicken stew in egg, very unique and flavorful. In total, came out to $130 for 3 people. read more

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