First time there! My boyfriend took me for an early dinner and everything was impeccable. The food…read morewas incredible. We started with the Anticuchos de lomo fino as an appetizer. We had the Teriyaki Entraña, the salmon truffle risotto and the scallops with lemon butter as entrées. Everything was made to perfection. We decided to try the Peruvian donuts and it was delicious. 10/10 recommend! Our waiter was Stephano, he was a gem.

I made a reservation here for my birthday celebration, which was a very special occasion for me, so…read moreunfortunately, the service was quite disappointing. When we arrived, our server never introduced herself. Instead, she immediately asked how we would be paying and whether we were ready to order. We didn't even get her name throughout the entire meal. Her demeanor made us feel like she was bothered to be serving us, and the overall service felt very rushed and inattentive. I specifically chose this location because I had previously visited the Embarcadero location in Pembroke Pines. Although that location was smaller, the entire staff was incredibly friendly and our server was extremely attentive, which made the experience so enjoyable. The food here was delicious, and I have no complaints about the quality of the food itself. Unfortunately, the poor service really took away from what was supposed to be a special birthday celebration. I hope management takes this feedback into consideration because the food deserves better service.

We were heading to Deerfield Beach and wanted a quick bite. We popped in here because I was in the…read moremood for some ceviche. It's a Peruvian restaurant. We asked which ceviche is their best and she recommended the Ceviche Mixto. It was ready just a few minutes after and we walked over to the beach to enjoy it. She packaged it nicely to make sure nothing spilled. And the crunchy corn was packaged separately so it wouldn't get soggy. Thoughtful! It was super delicious! Nice mix of different fish, it was citrusy, oniony, crunchy from the corn. Everything I wanted in a ceviche. Definitely recommend!

Pukara is a family-owned Peruvian restaurant conveniently located within walking distance of the…read morebeach, with available parking. Our family tried a variety of dishes, starting with the Jalea, a fried seafood platter. While the portion was smaller than what you typically find at other Peruvian restaurants, the seafood was fresh. I just wish there had been more calamari, fish, shrimp, and fried yucca. We also ordered the Chicken (Pollo) Chaufa and the Seafood Chaufa. Both dishes came in small portions, and the seafood was only placed on top of the rice. Sadly, they lacked the distinctive Chaufa flavor and tasted a bit bland. The Lomo Saltado beef was tender but similarly lacked seasoning, and the Ají Amarillo was just okay. On a positive note, the service was excellent, and the ambiance felt warm and inviting. It seems the food might have been adjusted to cater to a more traditional or less adventurous palate. Peruvian cuisine is renowned for its rich flavors and Asian influences, and I believe it has the potential to be truly exceptional.

We ordered lomo saltado and tiger's milk special to go, everything was amazing. What a great place!…read moreSteak was cooked nicely and onions were not mushy. Rice was delicious, all packed separately so fries rice and meat were not all mixed. Tiger's milk special has fried fish and calamaris and shrimp. All were fresh and delicious! We don't live close by but if we are in the area we will definitely come back. The place seemed pretty small with limited parking options. It seems like they are better for takeout because I saw 5-6 tables inside.

Authentic Peruvian cuisine in a comfortable setting is what you'll find here. The menu is large and…read morehas all of the classics. My friend and I shared the Ceviche Original del Puerto with super fresh fish and wonderful flavors. We ordered it medium spicy and I like spice but I was tearing up a little. My main was the Tacu Tacu Panzon. I love tacu tacu which is a fried rice and bean mixture, and having it topped off with their succulent lomo saltado just took it to the next level. My friend had the Tallarines al Pesto, a pasta dish and another one of my favorites. I couldn't decide which I liked more! Portions were generous and we took home leftovers.

We took the walk down to this location which we enjoyed the atmosphere. The fish was…read moreDELISHHHH!!!!! The presentation is beyond amazing! Love how the dishes are displayed. We had an amazing time. He also had the fish (I'm keeping him healthy. ). The service was great. It was a delightful and such a happy moment for me. If you enjoy Peruvian food and a pretty location then you must try this spot... it's a must try... it's a perfect location; the walk to the beach and then his home was ideal. Peaceful. Awesomeness...

First, I want to say that the food was great…read more Unfortunately, the service didn't match the quality of the food. This was our first visit after being recommended by a friend. We arrived around 8:30 p.m. and were seated immediately. The hostess was incredibly sweet and attentive throughout our visit, especially since our server took our order and never returned to check on us again. We ordered the corvina ceviche, traditional wok with chicken, churrasco, and a side of plantains. The ceviche took approximately 20-25 minutes to arrive, and our entrees didn't come out until nearly 50 minutes after we ordered in which our steak was overcooked and definitely not medium. Meanwhile, the table next to us was seated after us and received their meals within about 15 minutes. By that point, it was already 9:30 p.m., and we were understandably frustrated, especially since our son doesn't eat ceviche and had been waiting the entire time for his meal. The manager came over, apologized, and explained that he wasn't sure what had happened with our order. We appreciated that he took the time to address the situation and offered us dessert. However, by then it was approaching 9:45 p.m., and we were ready to get the check and head home. The food was genuinely very good, which makes the experience even more disappointing. We're undecided about whether we'll return, but we hope this was simply an off night because the kitchen clearly has a lot of potential.

This is a really tough review to write!…read more Not because I didn't enjoy the food, we did, but the service and the vibe outdid the food and I'm not sure which one to give the rating on... There is no real decor to comment on but the wood tables and comfy chairs with ever so slightly mismatched silverware gave the place a homey family feel. Super friendly staff plus their willingness to answer questions and help with special requests really solidified that charm and welcoming atmosphere. Unfortunately though, while the food and drinks were decent, I was constantly saying this is 'almost' really good. Chicharones were fatty and cooked perfectly but not seasoned, steak was flavorful and cooked nicely but not tender, the egg on top of the steak was overcooked so there was only one tiny spot of jammy yolky goodness, ceviche ingredients were tender and succulent but the sauce tasted like thousand island dressing, etc...

Pio Pio is known in other states for being a delicious spot to grab some meat, but it's finally in…read moreFlorida and I am thrilled! This restaurant has a great location pretty close to the beach, making it a perfect spot to grab dinner. It's half indoor half outdoor, so you can take your pick depending on the weather. The staff is friendly and willing to offer suggestions on the menu, which I appreciated! The menu is pretty large so there should be something for everyone. As I looked around, my mouth watered at all of the delicious dishes and drinks coming out of the kitchen. Even their smoothies look out of this world!!!!! I opted for the steak because I am a creature of habit, and I must say their was amazing. Juicy, tender cooked perfectly. Skirt steak is usually a hit or a miss, but I would say here it was a hit.

All you people that complained it was too expensive well now ! It's gone! Thanks to all you cheap…read moreskates that couldn't patronize this beautiful restaurant and great food and service !! Very sad

Manta Peruvian in Lighthouse Point was a great experience! Our waiter was very sweet and attentive,…read morewhich made the meal even more enjoyable. We ordered Inca Colas, and the kids had passion fruit and lemonade slushie-style drinks -- both were delicious and refreshing. For food, we had the Chaufa Ponca, Lomo Saltado, Fettuccine al Pesto con Apanado de Lomo, and the Acebichado Roll. Everything was flavorful and well-prepared. For dessert, we enjoyed the Suspiro Limeño, which was the perfect sweet ending to the meal. Overall, it was about $45 per person and definitely worth it. We'll be back!

Fresh. Flavorful. Presentable. Chic. Attentive. Creative. OMG. That pretty much sums Up our first…read moretime experience. Hands down these dishes did not disappoint! Your palate will be impressed and satisfied by all means. The appetizer ceviche with lobster is a MUST and honestly a meal for two so come hungry! Additional appetizer was the grilled Octopus which was a HIT (side note: would have appreciated the octopus to be more tender). We enjoyed their fried rice which was a delightful side dish (great portion)! The lomo saltado is the best in Miami to date for our party! The Acevicho sushi with their creative sauce was amazing to say the least. To end the feast we indulged in their Lucuma cheesecake which was like no other! Don't miss this spot!

Very disappointing experience and extremely poor management…read more I originally ordered food to go, but my young son wanted to sit down, so I asked for a table and clearly explained that my mom and I wanted to dine in and order additional food for dinner. Instead of simply seating us as paying customers, the manager repeatedly argued that because my first order was "to go," we could not sit down. I explained several times that we were ordering more food, dining in, and tipping for the service, but she continued arguing and became rude and unprofessional. When I told her I was upset with how we were being treated, she actually responded that she was upset too. That is not how a manager should speak to a customer who is trying to resolve a simple situation. What bothered me even more was the way she repeatedly spoke/yelled at my young son for touching the decorations. The entire interaction made my family feel unwelcome, singled out, and honestly felt discriminatory. A manager should know how to communicate respectfully, solve a simple customer-service issue, and make families feel welcome--not argue with customers and escalate the situation. Management/ownership should seriously review how this manager treats customers because this experience made us not want to return.

Good Peruvian food. Chicken is excellent. Staff is friendly and this location is clean. Stopped in…read morehere on Saturday and it wasn't too busy. Weekdays are busy during lunch since they have a decent lunch special. If you're looking for something fast and relatively healthy, this fits the bill. My only complaint ( and this isn't the first time it's happened) is the people behind the counter taking the orders don't always listen. The guy today was too busy trying to up-sell my lunch that he clearly didn't listen when I said I wanted yellow rice. Not only did I end up with a drink and plantains, but It came with white rice. Since I got it to-go, I didn't find out until I got home.

I was in the mood for Peruvian food before going to my real estate class & wow loved how they…read morecooked my Lomo Saltado at this location! People were very kind & the ambience is OK. La Granja could definitely be improved in their ambience if they remodel floors, windows- everything lol. Their food is impeccable though~ love love loveeeee La Granja's food! Woo.