THE BEST PERUVIAN RESTAURANT, consistently the best! Lived…read morein Peru years, husband is Peruvian, kids are too. We have been to every Peruvian restaurant in all of San Diego county. This is the most authentic and the most consistently delicious Peruvian food in all the county. Handicap parking, as well as regular parking around back. Street parking in front. This restaurant is nestled in and brings a huge smile to my face. Eli will welcome you like family and feed you like family. Oh how I wish I lived closer. Eli wanna move to Oceanside? : ) Was craving this restaurant's seco de carne. Not only did it not disappoint, it was even better than I remembered! Anytime we are in the area and they are open this is where we eat. I'm so excited they will be open longer hours. I actually schedule my Dr appts on days they are open so I can enjoy lunch here afterwards. It is truly THAT good. Service is efficient and friendly. Super clean! I've seen behind the scenes since I needed to cut through side door because I'm unable to walk inclines. Not the kitchen, the side door break room area. So clean. But you can see in kitchen by register, also so clean! They are so respectful of the Peruvian cuisine. Why mess with the country who gets top culinary awards?! They keep it authentic. Thank you! Took another seco home for my husband and lomo salado for my daughter and arroz con leche for me for dinner snack after my leftover seco. They both devoured their plates. Was hard to not order more items like her causa and ceviche and Yuka, but next time we will. My husband loves the sampler too. It's all great.

What a find in San Diego. Ordered ceviche causa, seco, and aji pollo…read more Perfectly seasoned, not too salty like many other Peruvian food. Will come back

Service was amazing. Food was superb and the restaurant ambience was so welcoming. The constant…read moreeffort by Gloria and Mauricio striving to please all customers clearly shows customer service is definitely a priority. We wish this restaurant success. Recommend trying. Definitely far more authentic than other Peruvian restaurants in San Diego. Buenisimo

I don't even know where to begin--this place absolutely blew me away. From the first bite to the…read morelast, every dish felt like a perfectly crafted experience. The meat was unbelievably tender, cooked to perfection, and packed with deep, rich flavor. Every element on the plate was balanced so well--it honestly felt like an explosion of flavors in the best possible way. The sauces, the sides, the textures... everything just worked together seamlessly. You can tell there's real care and intention behind every dish. And the service? Absolutely outstanding. Friendly, attentive, and genuinely welcoming--it made the whole experience even better. And let me talk about the alfajores--WOW. The perfect level of sweetness, with just the right amount of crunch. Not too heavy, not too sugary--just pure perfection. Hands down, this is the best food I've had in San Diego to date. No exaggeration. I'll be back as often as I possibly can. If you're even thinking about trying this place--go. Trust me.

had such a good experience here and honestly had to leave a review because of tanya and alani…read more the food was really good too everything came out fresh and tasted amazing. you can tell they actually care about what they're putting out.

This was first time for me to try here and the food was amazing! The beef was incredibly tender,…read moreand I loved both the sauce and the dipping sauce. I also tried the chicha morada, and it was delicious. Nick was very friendly and provided great service. It's definitely worth trying!

I LOVE Peruvian food and am always looking to try new spots in SD. The reviews I've read praised…read morethe authenticity of this restaurant, so my expectations were high going into this meal. I really enjoyed my food and will definitely be back. The Peruvian Spot is located in a small strip mall, 3 shops down from the bustling Homestyle Hawaiian. As a result, parking was rather difficult but I got lucky and snagged a spot. The shop is spacious and clean, with plenty of seating. This is a very family friendly restaurant, with a small children's play area featuring a Peruvian Restaurant mainstay, a large llama figurine. There is a shelf near the front that sells Peruvian snacks and sauces, as well as a cooler with drinks and desserts. The owner and his wife were working and both were super super friendly! I ordered the aji de gallina and also tried a bite of my friend's tallarin a la huancaina. The portions are large and both dishes were scrumptious. I had enough leftovers for a second filling meal the next day. My aji de gallina came with both rice and thick potato slices, we love a double carb moment. Both starches were perfectly cooked and not mushy. The golden stew itself is savory, packed with tender, shredded chicken, and creamy but not too cheesy. It tastes nostalgic, familiar, and homey despite this dish being something I have only had once before. It is super soothing with a slight tingle of spice that swells with each spoonful. I did like mine with a bit more black pepper, but it was very good regardless. The sprinkling of walnuts on top added a good crunch to contrast the very soft dish. The tallarin was perfectly al dente and the sauce was also super rich. It paired fantastically with the steak and sauce that it came with. After we finished eating, we sprung for ice cream. It is

Download app to get points. We got so much food and you can't add points afterwards. Receipt says…read moreadd app to get points but we did that and it didn't give us the points unfortunately. So ask for app before ordering and maybe that's how you can get points. Anyways just wanted to add that. Now for my review: When I say I crave this chicken sandwich... I know many places have chicken sandwiches, sure, but THIS place has THE chicken sandwich!!!! I highly recommend asking if you can add sweet potato to your chicken sandwich. They did mine for 50¢. The sandwich is delicious as is but adding that sweet potato.... Ridiculously delicious!!!!! I did a little dance in my chair after each bite. Seriously. Happily went to do my taxes knowing this place was near and I could finally get this sandwich again. Trust. It's not JUST a sandwich, the bread is fresh! Airy and crunchy and great on its own. The chicken in the US just is not good, but these ladies cooked it and shredded it and added Peruvian Mayo (which is better) and yummy tiny crispy potatoes (fries) and it's just oh so good. My husband's cousin makes these sandwiches in Peru and his was best I'd tasted but his bread isnt made in house, and his restaurant is alllllll the way in Peru. Peruvian Spot is right here!!!! Yay! Sad they aren't open on Mondays but every one needs a time off, so understandably. Bummer all the Peruvian restaurants choose Mondays to take off. Anyways seriously I'll come here JUST for the chicken sandwich. Kids got Salchipapas and enjoyed them. Hubby got lomo saltado on tallarines verdes. Not a lot of lomo salado but I tried it and the pasta was yummy on its own. The steak was prepared nicely. Hubby adding a few fries from kids Salchipapas and that made the dish take off. Meaning it was even better. Usually when one gets lomo salado with pasta then fries are omitted so that's normal but trust, ask for a side order of fries and add them. Takes it up a level. Their ice cream is great but they were out. Well makes sense cause it's really delectable. Try it when they have more. Passion fruit drink was yummy. I get the heathy drink, I think it's the barley one. Soooo goooood. I wish I got more for the price, but it's like coffee cup amount. I still get it each time cause it's very tasty. Price point is painful. That's kinda how it is everywhere unfortunately. I noticed menu prices were different on the bill once I got home. Not sure the reasoning. Like a dollar each item. Prices are high everywhere, so if you are gonna pay, get quality items. For me the chicken sandwich is so worth it. Can't do it often, I live far away so that helps with the temptation lol. But yay finished taxes, that's a hurdle so let's celebrate with my craving. Oh and the restaurant is so clean! White n red for Peru! Fun Peruvian decor. Don't leave without popping into the bathroom, I don't take my phone inside bathrooms unless I'm alone, so sorry no photos. But they were intentionally fun in choosing their bathroom decor. Gotta be the BEST Peruvian bathroom easy! They definitely had fun designing their restaurant. And service... they take care of their restaurant and customers. Love the alfajores earrings! So fun!!!!!! Speaking of alfajores, my son got one. I tasted it, yummy. We lived in Acarí so there they make them huge and more flaky. I've yet to find those anywhere. But here they are made the more traditional way. The way I made them. They actually tasted like mine. And I'm picky lol and I approve. I especially like I didn't have to make them lol because it takes time and you gotta work fast when making a lot. I made over 100 for an event for free so I'm burned out. Nice to know where I can get them. Heads up, they are over $3 for one or $9 for 12. Didn't realize that price difference so go for the 12. These ladies seem to enjoy their restaurant and several repeat customers came in. Oh and they have a play area. My kids are older but this place is kid friendly! So bring the whole fam. Well until next Dr visit down this way, I guess I'll have to deal with my craving with patience. Oh as them to half your sandwich. They are huge. I forgot to ask and ate the whole thing lol. Well hubby had a few bites. But I was sooooo full. My own fault. lol. I usually have them half it so I have half then and the other for dinner. So full today I skipped dinner, seriously. So yes it's expensive but think of it as two meals.

Mama G's one of those places that makes you feel at home the moment you walk in…read more The food was amazing, full of flavor, great portions, and you can tell it's made with care. It tastes like comforting homemade food but with a special touch that makes it stand out. The service was excellent. Everyone was friendly, attentive, and welcoming without being overbearing. They really make you feel taken care of. The ambiance is warm and cozy, perfect for enjoying a relaxed meal with family or friends. It has that inviting vibe that makes you want to stay a little longer. Definitely a spot worth coming back to.

Mama G's: Where Flavor Runs in the Family (and so does the Business)…read more 4/25/2025 - If you've ever wondered what love tastes like in Peruvian form, wonder no more--Mama G's has the answer, and it's smothered in creamy green sauce and served with a side of family charm. This little gem is family-owned and operated, which means your meal comes with a side of abuelita-level care and possibly a secret recipe passed down from someone who could definitely beat you in a chili pepper eating contest. First off, let's talk drinks. The Chicha morada--a purple corn punch that sounds like a Harry Potter potion but tastes like the nectar of Incan gods--is a must. I was feeling a bit more adventurous so I opted for the dragon fruit margarita. Warning: it is dangerously smooth. It goes down easy, so maybe don't go down two in a row... unless you've got an Uber on speed dial. Now, the food. The Causa with chicken is like a potato cake's glamorous Peruvian cousin--it's cool, creamy, zesty, and hits harder than your uncle's karaoke at a family BBQ. The Tallerines Verdes with flat steak? Fire. Literal fire. Pesto's sultry Latin lover. The steak's seared just right, and the sauce is so good you'll want to lick the plate (and then pretend you didn't, but you did). Sure, the decor is simple, but who needs flashy lights when the food is flexing this hard? At Mama G's, the walls don't need to talk--the dishes do all the shouting. Come for the Chicha, stay for the steak, and leave with a heart (and belly) full of Peruvian joy.

Best Sangria and beef empanadas. We had great service and…read moregreat food! Decor and ambiance was fantastic and set the tone. Can't wait to go back. Our new favorite restaurant.

Sevilla Valentine's Day Edition:…read more Pardon the delay, amigos! It's been a lengthy week! But I digress! You're here for the deets! Like every boyfriend who wants to show his adoration for his gorgeous girlfriend, I planned this event a few weeks ago. Commitment & dedication are key. Flamenco Show, 3 course dinner for two, AND dancing after?! Yeah, your amigo has it covered! This package is available on their website, and not only on Valentine's. But this day does make it more romantic! A minor 5-10 minute wait as we stepped out of our Uber to the front entrance of the club adjacent to the restaurant. Our lovely hostess greeted us & escorted us downstairs to pick our table. There were no specific table reservations, but all seats are good, as it's a small venue. The Love Gods smiled upon us and granted a table close to the front with an awesome view of the stage. Perfect table for the perfect date! Starters set the tone. What's this? A Welcome Charcuterie Platter?! It appears out of nowhere as our server takes our drink orders. The service here is impeccable! Impressive spread of cheesy, meaty goodness! The Shaved Jamón Serrano Ensalada Sevillana has a wonderfully zesty citrus vinaigrette that makes you clack your castanets! Ole!! Cocktails for the cute couple! A Oaxacan Flower for my Monterrey Mami! My gal loves her some mezcal! I opted for El Matador Margarita, because I know what I want...tequila! Plus the cucumber counts as healthy! I will die on this hill! The Main Course is the star of the show. And in full diva fashion, the Lobster Paella Valenciana stole the spotlight! A masterfully, monstrous mix of meat & seafood, all on top of some bomb-a** Saffron Bomba Rice! There's even a lobster tail in case you're still hungry! Queue the Flamenco show. The two dancers were elegant, the music was powerful, the singer sublime! Enjoy your dinner to a phenomenal 2 part show put on by very talented artists! We got to meet them after the show, as they personally thanked practically every guest! Elegant as their artform! Lest we forget the dessert! The Flourless Chocolate Cake was just the right amount of sweetness to cap off the dinner & show, as we shared our own sweet nothings. Love & Chocolate, a perfect combo, just like my beloved beauty & her humble narrator. As the performers were packing up & saying their final goodbyes, the staff was clearing the space for the last part of our adventure...dancing! A brief 15ish minute wait back outside & back inside we went! Got a great spot up front by the stage, but be aware the only sitting will be done by the VIP section. I believe it's bottle service only, but you can ask. We didn't, as we did not intend to sit at all! We boogied down, baby! The DJ did a great job keeping the vibe alive. Perfect ending to a perfect night. *Caveat - The dinner menu has other options & several a la carte items, if you so choose. Check their website for specific package info. You cannot go wrong. TL:DR - Never give up on love!

Our waitress Anto was very friendly and always attentive of our table. She cared if our food was to…read moreour standards and always with a smile.

First time here and we are speechless. Our server Jesus was very attentive. He made sure we were…read moretaken care of. The food and drinks came out very fast. The food was 10/10. The atmosphere even better. We love the house music vibe. We will definitely be back. P.s. the oysters were sooooo good. My favorite !!!

La Mejor comida peruana en San Diego, voy desde que estaban en Pacific Beach. Sigan así!!read more

Talk about authentic Peruvian Food... Latin Chef is a must. Food was delicious. Highly…read morerecommended for any Peruvian food lovers.

I had been eyeing this restaurant for some time and am kicking myself for not having visited sooner…read morebecause the food was soooo good! I ordered the mini bandeja paisa dish which is a sampler plate of the best of Cololmbian bites that included steak, crispy pork belly, juicy sausage, arepa, beans, grilled plantains, avocado, and rice topped with fried egg. Every single item was cooked to perfection which says a lot about the attention to details. And the flavors were on point - super flavorful and well seasoned. I highly recommend this place for those looking for hearty, authentic Colombian food with massive portions!!

When I was a kid I biked this way on the way to the comic book shop. Lots more food choices now…read more I decided to give Sabores Colombianos a try. Chicken soup had a bold cilantro flavor. Loved the little bits of veggies and chicken. Grilled pork chop was tender and cooked perfectly except for the bitter garlic flavor. Wish they had seasoned it with salt and pepper instead. Fries were crispy and full of potato flavor. There was also some other flavor. Tasted like a flavor from some other dish they fried in the oil. Rice was moist and I liked the mild flavor. Grape soda was very sweet and reminded me of a Grape Crush. Staff was very friendly and efficient. I'd love this place if I liked garlic.

POSTA!!!!! So we came in here for a drink. Mind you...it…read morewas quiet and not too many folks. But...thats why im writing about it!!!!! These places are the POSTA!!!! We were OVER the noise and wanted to go somewhere that we would be seen and or have a good chat. Most places now a days...well...its a show! Service is blah or they just want clicks for social media. This place!!!! Cozy...unique...great hospitality. And....celebrating 20 years!!! If you know ANYTHING about business....THAT IS HUGE! So...GO HERE. GO CHAT with the servers...bartenders. get off the phone and see why...they have been in business for 20 years!!!!!

Sorry no photos. Picked BF up from airport and he had to have PLB. We each had the millense. Me…read morechicken and hilm the beef. With two eggs and an empanada. Soooooo good. And the chimmie churri is Amazing. A great place for a night (or lunch) out.