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    Mochica

    4.1 (903 reviews)
    Closed 4:00 pm - 9:00 PM

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    Mochica always the best. Best food , friendly service and especially tMaryCarmen for a wonderful drinks and very friendly service. Gracias

    Best service best food very friendly!! Come and try Mochica and you will love it anything you try best Peruvian food

    Lemon Marscarpone Pancakes
    Nithin K.

    Summary: So much promise but I was let down! Went here with a group for weekend brunch. There was plenty of seating available though the restaurant across the street had a line. Location was decent. The service staff and the ambience of the place was great. Prices are not cheap but not too crazy, and the rest of my group seemed to like their food. I was a bit disappointed with my choices though. I got the lemon marscapone pancakes which were a bit dry. They looked amazing, so it was really a shame. I really wanted to like the salchipapas, but I was truly let down when I saw that the dish had French fries and not potato wedges as stated on the menu. I was so ready to have my over easy eggs drizzle onto some seasoned potato wedges and they stole that opportunity away from me

    Seafood paella
    Anisha K.

    The food was delicious at this spot! The ambiance is very cozy and warm, really cute deco. Staff is very friendly and the service was great, they're all very sweet. Would definitely recommend!

    Empanada Trio
    Dhevan M.

    Great food! Lots of flavor and seafood was fresh! Loved the flaky empanadas. Service was great and staff were friendly. Ambiance was really cute, the vibes were so nice. Was a little more expensive than I feel was expected, especially for smaller appetizer portions, but overall satisfied.

    Aji de Mariscos
    Catherine N.

    For me, Mochica is dishing up my perfect version of aji amarillo. Each seafood element was cooked perfectly. The salmon (non-traditional, but delicious) had crispy skin, but tender and flaky flesh. The cephalopods had a nice bite, without being rubbery. The mollusks were sweet and poached lightly. The only overcooked thing was the hard-boiled egg (traditional), which had a grey ring around the yolk. The sauce itself was very rich with a nice, punchy kick from the aji. I loved the char on the potatoes. The appetizers were just ok for me. The pulpito was a bit chewy, and the mashed potatoes were a bit dry. The tequenos were just ok. While I didn't love any other menu item, I would be excited to come back for the aji amarillo con mariscos alone! Also, the server we had was very funny and made sure we were enjoying our meal. Mochica made for a good weeknight dinner!

    Ida L.

    We were in the area and the restaurant looked interesting. We were there around 5:30 on Saturday night and the restaurant was not very busy yet. We were seated immediately. The restaurant had moderate amount of seating with plenty of space between tables. There was a Banana soccer game on the tv which I never knew what it is. The staff was kind enough to explain it. We got the pork shoulder and beef steak. Both were very good. The steak came with rice, French fries and some tomato. It was very tender. My pork shoulder came with several pieces of yucca fries and onion/cilantro that balanced the flavor of the pork. I wish there were few more fries and not as salty.

    Judy S.

    The chaufa and empanadas were so delicious, still thinking about it. Their complimentary chips too. I think I finished everything in less than 10 minutes. On the spendy side but the taste and quality is very much there. Will be back to try other things from their menu. No wait on a weekday evening.

    Pan con Pescado with sweet potato fries
    Mary M.

    I ordered the Pan con Pescado for lunch with sweet potato fries. The food took longer to come out than expected, but it was hot and crispy so no complaints here. The fish in the sandwich had crispy light batter with soft tender fish. The slaw on the sandwich had a good tang but I wish there was more on the sandwich. It tasted great and was a satisfying amount for mid-day meal. The fries were crispy and good for sharing with friends. The restaurant itself is a bit dark and the service took a while, but it did feel like more of a dinner spot so maybe we just weren't there at an optimal time.

    David H.

    Mochica is such a treat -- if you haven't been, you're seriously missing out. I skipped the usual lomo saltado this time and tried a few other dishes that totally delivered. The seafood paella was packed with flavor -- saffron rice cooked perfectly and loaded with shrimp, mussels, and calamari. You can tell they don't cut corners on ingredients. The seared tuna was a standout too -- super fresh and beautifully plated, with just the right amount of seasoning and a nice little kick from the sauce. I also tried the grilled salmon, which was perfectly cooked -- crisp skin, tender inside, and paired with a light, zesty salad that balanced it out really well. And don't sleep on the burger! It sounds basic, but it's far from it. Juicy and flavorful -- kind of a hidden gem on the menu if you're not in the mood for seafood or traditional Peruvian. Service was great -- friendly, attentive, and they really know the menu. The vibe is warm and relaxed, and it's a great spot whether you're on a date or just grabbing dinner with friends. Definitely coming back -- still so much on the menu I want to try

    Jessie H.

    I very much enjoyed dinner at Mochica! We ate good and all the dishes we ordered were a 4/4.5 especially the salmon entree and the empanadas. We made a reservation last min and were seated right away. The service was good and it came out great timing the way we wanted. I would go back to try more. Food 4.5/5 Service 4/5 Ambi 4/5

    Alain C.

    Went here for work dinner, my pisco was yummy , ceviche also tasty, and the chips and dip they served were amazing

    Mark O.

    Dinner review. Peruvian. (Highlight) Anticuchos 21 Peruvian style skewers, chili panca paste, crispy potato, Peruvian corn, Ocopa Corazon Costillita de Chancho 19 Crispy pork spareribs, Inca Kola-BBQ sauce, jicama salad Tequeños 16 Crispy wontons stuffed with Oaxaca cheese, avocado, tamarindo sauce (Highlight) Chicharrones 19 Fried & crispy, marinated in our special sauce, rocoto aioli, lemon Chicken Elite de la Calle 11 Mexican sweet corn on the cob, chimichurri butter, feta cheese, charred lemon, and Chile powder Pescado a lo Macho 31 Seafood bouillabaisse, pan roasted fresh Salmon, Chupe sauce, coconut rice Chaufa Pork Belly 24 Peruvian fried rice, pork belly, egg, asparagus, hoisin, aji Amarillo, wild mushrooms Overall, "I'm a fan."

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    Thaybeth M.

    Came on a Saturday night with a group of friends and it wasn't busy. There were empty tables so we were able to sit immediately. The staff was very attentive and kind! I ordered a lomo saltado and a sangría. The steak, tomatoes, and onions in the lomo saltado were cooked to perfection and full of flavor. The fries were freshly cooked. The sangría was very good too! This restaurant is on the pricier side, but worth visiting if you want to try Peruvian food. It never disappoints! I will for sure revisit this spot!

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