5 stars all the way! This place is fantastic! Quaint, clean and great customer service. The food was delicious! We are every single bite of what we ordered, no crumbs left behind! They gave us bread roll with the "green" sauce (spicy) and delicious! Add butter to take the heat down a little, bread was nice and warm, so yummy! Ordered the shrimp lomo soltado and there was an abundance amount of delicious shrimp, the sauce was saucing, the fried potato's were so good, the onions and tomatoes, chefs kiss! With rice, fluffy and seasoned well. The shrimp/fish ceviche was mind blowing. The sauce, wow, the shrimp and fish were super fresh and so good. I am salivating writing this review! The dish overall was so light, and the seasonings/herbs/onions combo was very complimenting. There was I think a slice of sweet potato or yam, not sure exactly but it was boiled and sweet and a nice add to the dish! Lastly ordered the fried plantains and this just is a must, the perfect ending to a perfect dinner! It was very sweet, just the way I like it, they were cut up in small bites which is genius and I loved the little charred sugar from cooking this in the skillet. I have no words, honestly best I've ever had! This place is a must visit! Decent parking in front/street parking. Price was affordable and the amount of food served for the price and deliciousness wellll worth it! read more

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I absolutely love this place! It's an authentic Peruvian restaurant, and no matter how many times I come, it never disappoints. The green sauce is exceptional I seriously can't get enough of it. And the calamari! Chef's kiss. Definitely one of my go to spots! They also have indoor and outdoor seating it has like a homey vibe to it, which I kind of love. read more

Mamita Peruvian Restaurant - Lomo Saltado - Peruvian Near Me - Glendale, California

Mamita has always been a staple in my rotation of restaurants in Glendale. There are other Peruvian restaurants in Glendale but none have been as consistent as Mamita has been and for good reason. The service here is always friendly and the food is also quite amazing, hence the lines out the door during dinner service and on the weekends. Its a rather small restaurant and quite unassuming, as it is a tiny white brick and mortar in between rows of car dealerships. The parking is a bit of a hassle, as the restaurant is on Brand and has no private lot parking. If you can look past that, you are greeted with servers that are attentive and amazingly hospitable. This time around, I got the Tallarin con pollo y carne, and much like all of the other dishes I grabbed in the past (lomo saltado, pollo saltado, tallarin de verde, camarones), it was absolutely scrumptious. Their aji sauce, which also plays an extremely key role in your dining experience, is also one of the better ones in the area. If you have the time, and the patience to find parking, give this place a whirl! Definitely worth checking out! read more

Mamita Peruvian Restaurant - Tallarin con pollo y carne - Peruvian Near Me - Glendale, California

First time visiting and it was a great experience. The location is beautiful with a really nice outdoor area, the restrooms were clean which I always appreciate a big part of my score is always restroom maintenance. The food was amazing. The lomo had great flavor, the ceviche was incredible and the fried rice was also really good. Everything we tried was delicious. Service was great as well. Parking can be a little tricky since it's on a busy street, but it's definitely not something that should stop you from visiting. Peruvian is always a bit pricey I saw a lot of comments about price in other reviews but it's typical that ceviche would cost $20+ for a plate. read more

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Mamita Peruvian is a great spot for lunch or dinner. Came here with a group of friends from work for lunch and forgot how much we liked this place. The staff and service was great and attentive throughout. Parking can be a bit of a hunt since it's all street parking, so give yourself a few extra minutes. The Lomo Saltado and Fried Rice are absolute must orders, both are packed with bold, authentic flavor that keeps me coming back. The green sauce is sooo good and has just the right amount of heat to give every bite a delicious kick without overwhelming the dish. The plantain is sweet and delicious as a dessert or appetizer. read more

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Parking was limited. The restaurant itself is cute, there's seating inside and outside. The restrooms are one per gender. The service was quick. They serve bread and a green salsa as an appetizer. I got the Shrimp Ceviche which was refreshing, lemon hints, and filling when eaten with bread. I enjoyed the given green salsa as it had a slight kick to it. read more

Mamita Peruvian Restaurant - Ceviche - Peruvian Near Me - Glendale, California

Haven't been to Mamita's in over a decade and so happy I came back. Wanted to try something different than their signature dish Lomo Saltado so got the seafood version instead. A great mix of squid, shrimp and fish! Also tried one of their fried fish dishes, topped with seafood as well. Very similar in taste but yummy nonetheless. If you're into spice try the green sauce on the table with bread. Can't get enough of it. Service is friendly and quick. Parking can be a challenge but if you circle the block a few times, your patience will pay off. read more

Mamita Peruvian Restaurant - Saltado de Mariscos - Peruvian Near Me - Glendale, California

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Cute place with a nice ambiance, and we were fortunate enough to get a table by the window. The bathrooms are located outside, and parking can be a bit tight. Our server was attentive, and our order arrived quickly. We ordered two appetizers. Unfortunately, the papa rellena arrived sitting in a pool of oil, which was a major turnoff, so we sent it back. The tamal was a little dry for my taste, although my wife enjoyed it. The chicha morada was very good. The lomo saltado arrived first and was served a bit cold. Unfortunately, it did not compare to the lomo saltado at Misky Misky, which is one of our favorites. This one was somewhat disappointing. My wife's bistec apanado was also lacking in flavor, although the pesto was decent. Overall, the service was great and the ambiance was very pleasant. However, the food has significant room for improvement. With better execution and more attention to flavor and presentation, this could be a much stronger dining experience. read more

Mamita Peruvian Restaurant - Dinning room - Peruvian Near Me - Glendale, California

Exceptional Peruvian food. Authentic and delicious. Using top notch ingredients served by very capable and welcoming wait staff. I have dined at Peruvian restaurants all over America and I have to say Marita is unquestionably the best. Uniques items, not just the American Peruvian favorites! Can't wait to go back! read more

I had a To Go order. I was so surprised how generous and amazing the Picante de Mariscos dish was. The dish was perfectly seasoned and will be a reorder. A bevy of large butteflied shrimp were succulent, paired with plentiful of octopus, squid and mussels. This was a perfect seafood dish. Don't forget to add the Peruvian green salsa to this dish. The flan wasn't as exciting. I hoped for smooth, melt in your mouth, but it was cumbly and tasteless. Booo The seafood/rice melange are terrific. A must visit. read more

Mamita Peruvian Restaurant - Picante de Mariscos - Peruvian Near Me - Glendale, California

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Great place for Peruvian we had ceviche de mixto (a little kick but I liked that the most), Lomo Saltado with moist, tender steak, and chaufa de mariscos with really good flavor! The flavors, tenderness of the proteins all just done very well. Not to mention great service. I contemplated in marking down for the up charge to use credit card but didn't. But note to mgmt, this day and age I think just using the price for card and marking % off for cash will be much better received than marking for extra charge for cards. Same effect presented with marketing and customer satisfaction in read more

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Warm, Welcoming, and Worth It - Especially for the Ceviche! Mamita's Peruvian Restaurant has a cozy, family-run charm that immediately makes you feel at home. The space is quaint and cute, with warm, thoughtful decor that adds to its inviting vibe. Inside, there's plenty of room to settle in, and the outdoor dining area is perfect for larger groups looking to enjoy a relaxed meal together. We tried the lomo saltado and the mixed ceviche, and hands down, the ceviche stole the show. Bright, zesty, and ultra-fresh, the flavors danced with just the right amount of acidity--it was the kind of dish you think about long after the last bite. The lomo saltado, however, didn't quite hit the mark for me. The sauce felt a little off compared to other versions I've had, though I couldn't quite put my finger on why. That said, I'd absolutely come back for the ceviche alone and would love to explore more of the menu. Just a heads up--parking is street-only, as there's no dedicated lot, but the experience inside more than makes up for it. read more

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Haven't had much Peruvian food but this was my first spot. Very tasty. I end up buying the aji sauce every time I go. read more

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Very friendly staff and the bread they serve before your order is the best, sitting tables are great and cozy, I ordered the vegetable Saltado, it was delicious read more

Mamita Peruvian Restaurant - Vegetable saltado - Peruvian Near Me - Glendale, California

We came to this place several times and we love it! Their lomo saltado is a must!!! That's what we get every single time and that's what we come for! Their food is always solid! (Though one out of the few times everything came out a little too salty - but that can be a fluke I hope!) Their service is nice and friendly and the restaurant itself can be nice and cozy! You might have to find street parking but there are also some parking spots nearby the front! read more

Mamita Peruvian Restaurant - Ceviche - Peruvian Near Me - Glendale, California

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We ordered to go since we were in Glendale and we have always been going to this place. It was our number one spot for Peruvian but after today don't think I'll be going back. The quality of the food is not how it was before and then I found something in my fried calamari and I'm just super grossed out now. The calamari also was really over cooked over fried and so tough really disappointed. Makes me sad because it was one of my faves but not anymore. I just hope I don't get sick after this. read more

Mamita Peruvian Restaurant - Chicharron De Calamares - Peruvian Near Me - Glendale, California

Food was too expensive for what you get, hardly any food in your plate, plus it took them almost a hour (56 minutes) for them to put the food on the table, not completely warmed. Not satisfied at all. read more

Over priced and under delivered. Been here a couple times because a friend wanted to go. Went today and it's not worth it. The meat sucks and they give you so little read more

Really enjoyed spending time with my cousins here the other day, they've been wanting to go here and I got to try it this same day on a nice rainy day. I like their chicha, he strong clove aftertaste is personally my favorite part, they had the lomo saltado, we shared the ceviche and I had the tallarines Verdes con carne frita which I wanted to drink the rest of the creamy sauce, it was that good. The waiter is kind and helpful, it feels nice inside l they also have a back side patio seating under shade. read more

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Came here with a group on the recommendation of a Peruvian colleague to celebrate several birthdays including hers. The food was delicious! Among us, we had the Arroz Chaufa de Mariscos, Pescado a lo Macho, Tallarin de Camaron y Pollo, Camaron al Ajo, Camaron Frito, and Lomito Montado Estilo Mamitas. Everyone loved their meals. The birthday women received complimentary desserts with a candle on top. One of the ladies asked for luculma ice cream. Nice, simple ambiance. Great service. Street parking if the two side spots against the restaurant are unavailable. read more

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Came to Glendale today to have my car serviced at Pacific BMW on Brand Avenue. Since I needed to eat lunch and occupy myself for a bit I decided to try the lovely Peruvian restaurant next door. Not only is the place super cute and clean but I found the food to be incredibly tasty. All three servers (Aida, Carmen and Gisela) were very attentive and a big great help with me maneuvering the extensive menu. I have not really been to many Peruvian restaurants, but if this is any way typical, then I'm certainly a fan . The question is not WILL I be back...but rather WHEN I will return. The answer is VERY SOON whether or not my car needs additional service. . One more thing to note. As I texted a few friends, talked with a few employees at Pacific BMW and casually texted and talked with friends while I ate...it struck me many people I know have been coming here regularly and ALL had similarly good things to say about this Peruvian gem in the muddle of Glendale. read more

Mamita Peruvian Restaurant - "Bistec A La Chorriillana" I - Peruvian Near Me - Glendale, California

My first time here at Mamita Peruvian Restaurant in Glendale and I truly love this place. Excellent food, and service, and very clean Restaurant. The ceviche was truly amazing, the fried Calamari was prepared to perfection, the Saltado de Pollo with fries was mouthwatering and tender, as well the Lomo Saltado was delicious. I will definitely be dinning here again soon. read more

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First time having Peruvian food and it was soooooo good. You have to come try it. This is a super cute little restaurant next to the BMW dealership. It's easy to miss. We had the deep fried tower, green noodles and many other things. Everything was so good. I absolutely loved the fried fillet. You must come try this place! read more

(2 out of 5 stars) The food here is good -- I'll start with that. Their lomo saltado (beef) is always solid and flavorful. However, the chicken falls short -- pretty mediocre, especially compared to other Peruvian spots like Pollo a la Brasa in Pasadena, which serves great rotisserie-style chicken that's worth the trip. Now, about the service -- I came in to pick up an order, and not a single person acknowledged me. I get that they're busy, but even a simple "Hey, welcome in -- we'll be right with you!" would've made a difference. That small bit of hospitality goes a long way. Unfortunately, the lack of acknowledgment really took away from the overall experience. read more

Mamita Peruvian Restaurant - Peruvian Near Me - Glendale, California

Ugh... I hate to do this because this used to be my favorite spot. But the restaurant was freezing cold (asked to have it turned down and they said they couldn't do it), ordered the lomo soltado and the meat was SO tough and chewy. Both my brother and I couldn't finish our plate of food. The place is clean, server was friendly, but I was so disappointed with the food. Makes me so sad because this was our go to place for Peruvian. Probably won't be coming back again. read more

We used to dine in at last once a month at this place. Haven't visited it in a few years. We were looking for a delicious take out for the weekend and remembered this spot. 1. Customer service: non existent. When I picked up my food the cashier didn't greet me. I had to wait for a waiter to be kind enough to do so. He told her I was there for a pick up and to charge me. While she took my money and grabbed my change.. there was zero interaction from her. 2. The food: no flavor to put it kindly. The only thing that had any flavor was the aji ( the green sauce) The prices are good for the amount of food you get. However the food is flavorless. The customer service is not existent. Leaves a bad taste in your mouth. We will definitely not be back. read more

Came here from a word to mouth recommendation and it did not disappoint! When you walk in you can immediately tell it's a mom and pops restaurant with class. They asked us for how many ppl and to choose which booth or table we would like to sit at. There was already a lot of ppl in there so that was a god sign. We received a paper pamphlet meñu which had sooooo many dishes to chose from I really couldn't make up my mind so I decided to choose the lomo saltado and a side of papa huancaina to share.they brought out the papa first and omg the garlic cheese sauce was so delicious and tasty! The potatoes were perfectly cooked and incredibly flavorful. Definitely a must-try dish! Our main dish came and I loved how they were not stingy with the ingredients! It was a perfectly balanced dish! I got so full I took half the plate to go! I can't wait to come back and try some new dishes ( : total for the 3 dishes was $72 read more

Mamita Peruvian Restaurant - Peruvian Near Me - Glendale, California

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Attentive service, casual but stylish atmosphere. The parihuela soup with a squeeze of lime was bright, tangy, and filling. read more

Mamita Peruvian Restaurant - Parihuela soup - Peruvian Near Me - Glendale, California

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The leche de tigre was so bad :( we also got bistec à la pobre and arroz chaufa they were ok . But the leche de tigre was so bad , the lime was super bitter so that was that, the consistency was not good at all very watered down, and the fish was super over cooked. Like it has been sitting in the kitchen. read more

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Came here close to 5pm and was about 3 min wait. They asked if the small table was ok. But we requested a slightly larger table so we didn't have to worry about our food not fitting. I do appreciate them asking if the size of the table was ok. We ordered the ceviche de mariscos, jalea de mariscos, inca cola and Peruvian beer. The only had one Peruvian beer in stock in that beer is pretty light but it went well with the food. The Inca cola was very flavorful and it almost reminded me of a pineapple flavor. The ceviche de mariscos was very flavorful and I wonder if it has some sort of meat flavoring because vegan and vegetarian flavorings usually don't have that umami. The jalea de mariscos was a tower of food that included fish, shrimp, and lots of squid. Lomo saltado initially look like it had more fries because of how they plated it. But as I dug more into the food the meat was also in the middle and the bottom of the plate, so they mixed it well. Overall the food here is really good, you can tell because right before we paid for our meal there was a line forming out the door. read more

Mamita Peruvian Restaurant - Lomo saltado - Peruvian Near Me - Glendale, California

Casual or fancy dinner planned? This place will suit both needs. The waitstaff was amazing continually kept our water cups filled and made sure we had everything we needed. They take reservations too so for large groups this place is a good choice. Parking is a little difficult but it can be found down residential streets. The food was all wonderful. We got the soup of the day and some Peruvians favorites like lomo Saltad. We sat on the outside patio with heating lamps it was a mildly cold evening so with the lanps, it was nice. read more

Food is okay, not good enough to make up for the terrible service. Got seated, ordered, waited over an hour as tables that sat down after got their plates. No apologies, we had to ask about our order several times. Still no food for over half an hour after that. Be prepared to be ignored and wait well over an hour to be served with no apologies after read more

This was our second visit to this restaurant. First impression was good as the food was very tasty though one of our waitresses seemed to be having a bad day as she was efficient but curt and non engaging. Second visit: food was good but waitress had bad attitude once we received our food, insisting that her interpretation of our order was correct although it was incorrect. When assured by another waitress that our order would be returned to the kitchen to replace with the correct meat, the original waitress returned the plate to our table, indicating that since the meal had already been prepared, we had no other choice. Working in food service as a restaurant owner for over 30 years, we know this could have been handled differently with a much more favorable result for all parties. In our opinion, there was no need to cause a scene, though we made it clear that we were not pleased. I have NEVER withheld a tip before, until today, but I hope that our message was clear by leaving a zero tip. Definitely not the place for warm and fuzzy service. Too bad...we will not be back to support this thriving little business. We are big time foodies and will be taking our business elsewhere. read more

Mamita has some fantastic Peruvian food and I highly recommend it. I've been a few times before, and I always go for the Tallarin Saltado, which is spaghetti with beef strips . The beef is juicy and tender, and go so amazingly well with the green sauce. We also ordered Platanos, aquadito de pollo, & Saltado de pollo. Definitely a complete meal with large portions. The restaurant has a nice modern decor. There is also dimmed lighting, which adds to the ambiance. The service speed was pretty quick and our waitress was friendly and attentive. The only negative is parking. It's on brand blvd with all the dealerships . You have to get real lucky to find a spot out front. The closest parking I found was two blocks away on a residential street. read more

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The food is very good here. We always get lomo saltado. I ended up getting the picante seafood rice bc I was really craving something like it and it turned out really good. The calamari and plantains were also very delicious. read more

We looooove this place! This is our go-to Peruvian spot and we've been coming here for years! Our favorites are their Pescado a lo Macho and Chupe de Mariscos! We tried their calamares for the first time and it's been added to the favorites too. Their portions are huge and everything is delicious! The restaurant is a small, cozy space. The staff treats you like family. They're very friendly and welcoming. Definitely a must visit! The only downside is that they don't have parking- it's only street parking, but Glendale street parking isn't as bad as LA so finding a spot isn't too hard. read more

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I would like to start with I have been coming here for 20 years now, I've tried other Peruvian restaurants and have always been disappointed after having the best here, hands down. Best memories with family here before the remodel and was so happy that food quality has kept up...Best Peruvian Ceviche of my life..Gracias!!! Keep the warm bread and spicy green sauce coming. I am a fan and client for LIFE!! read more

Mamitas in one of my favorite Peruvian spots I have ever been to. To be honest I found Mamitas to be better than all the spots we went to in Peru itself! The place is nestled between the Mercedes and BMW dealership in Glendale. You can always find parking outside the dealerships. The place is pretty small and def has a family run vibe to it. Nothing fancy about this place but you will get solid food every time. I have been here about 20 times and the food is always super consistent. The service is quick and efficient. Highly Recommend Fish Ceviche (5/5 Best ceviche ever) Vapor Fish (5/5 Steamed White Fish) Veggie Fried Rice (5/5) Lomo Saltado (5/5) You will not be disappointed with Mamitas I highly recommend it! read more

Mamita Peruvian Restaurant - Ceviche de pescado - Peruvian Near Me - Glendale, California

GREAT PLACE FOR PERUVIAN FOOD ============================= Got a break from the wind and our local Eaton Canyon Fire was contained, so we met some friends for dinner. My husband, as I've mentioned numerous times, is very picky. If he does not like the food then that is the kiss of death. Thankfully I have an idea what he will like so I told him to order the lomo saltado a second time. He ate every last bite, so that's good. I love the shrimp and ordered the saltado the first time, but for my second visit I ordered the dish without the potatoes. I did not take photos, but you can see lots online. Make a reservation and try to go early. It gets busy. read more

Mamita Peruvian is located on Brand Ave sandwiched between a BMW and Mercedes Benz dealership; easily missed as your driving by. Ambiance is nice. It's modern casual with dimly lit with soft yellows and natural lighting shining through- relaxing. The lively music playing in the background not too loud. Casual restaurant with Nice vibes. Service was polite and attentive. Food: The Aji Verde here is perfect! Not laden with mayo or too spicy, just right! Everything we ordered was delicious! The Lomo Saltado which seems to be ordered at every table was just ok to me. The meat was tough, otherwise a flavorful dish. Parking: On Brand Blvd (busy street, among a bunch of car dealerships). I didn't see valet option or private parking. Payment: Credit/Cash. read more

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