Ordered large family meal with chicken. Also had a small fried seafood platter. This was four…read morepeople for dinner and it was too much food. We got to pack the extra for another lunch and dinner the next day. Service was fine and it was not too noisy because we went early (5:00 on a Saturday).

Zero stars if that were an option. Came in with my family…read moreand was told the wait time would be about 15 minutes. No problem, we had a party of three and waited patiently. When we arrived, there were only two groups ahead of us, and the manager appeared to be handling seating. As time passed, it became clear that my party should have been next. Instead, another group walked in after us, and I watched as a table was cleaned and prepared for five people. I approached the manager to confirm whether we were being seated next. He acknowledged that I was right, admitted he remembered speaking with me earlier, but said the table was for five people. Despite that, he still seated the other party before us. By this point, our wait was well over 20 minutes. I even confirmed that the other group did not have a reservation--which would have been the only explanation that made sense. I've worked in the restaurant industry for over 20 years, and this kind of oversight completely ruins the experience. It's the simple things that matter. To make matters worse, yet another party walked in and was seated immediately. At that point, it felt intentional. Rather than assume the worst, I chose to leave. I will not be returning.

The food was excellent and the service even better. We had Daniel as our server and he delivered…read moreexcellence, honesty, and a great ambience. He made us laugh and made our dinner even better. We'll be coming back for sure. Great place.

Dining at Kantu restaurant was a delightful experience from start to finish. The food was…read moreexceptional, the staff attentive, and the ambiance was perfect for a cozy evening. Highly recommended . From the moment we walked in, the ambiance was spot on. Our server Luis was very professional , He recommended the most iconic Peruvian dishes to us, as well as the Pisco Sour and some signature cocktails. What a hidden gem! It feels like dining in a friend's home if your friend happens to be an amazing chef". The Lomo saltado was a flavor explosion, and the ribeye was cooked to perfection". I will definitely return with family and friends.

Very intimate and straight forward atmosphere! It's Lent Season and this was a really good spot for…read moreNo-Meat Friday to enjoy their seafood selections, especially their grilled pulpo! Hands down the best octupus I've tasted in NYC, and it's not an exaggeration. The staff was very attentive and humble.

Ordered takeout for lunch at grandma's but they open at noon. We didn't get to order any of the…read morerotisserie chickens because they had just opened and said it would take 1.5 hours until chicken is ready. We ended up ordering ceviche mixto (recommend!), skirt steak with pesto pasta, parihuela (mixed seafood soup, very rich), causa rellena (whipped potatoes with chicken/tuna, and arroz chaufa (Peruvian fried rice). Honestly, everything was delicious and fresh. The ceviche was the best out of everything we ordered and portion was great! Would probably come back to try their chicken next time.

This is a perfectly fine Peruvian chicken restaurant. The decor is garish and the music loud, but…read morethe food was good and my server attentive. I'll return when I'm in the area.

I did take out and the food was delicious!!! Would definitely recommend this place as you can eat…read morein as well!!!

Clean, pretty and friendly service. The food was really delicious. We were - unfortunately - in a…read morebig RUSH to catch a plane so we asked for the "quickest" dish that they had. They brought out three plates of Pollo Salteado in a heartbeat, and the flavor didn't suffer at all from the rush. Will definitely return to try out other dishes!

Great Peruvian food! I love the green sauce it's full of…read morelayers of flavor, and just the right amount of spice. The chicken is super savory on the outside with that delicious thin skin. It goes perfectly with the green sauce. 9/10 Ceviche mixto is a lot of fish along with some shrimp and other seafood, vegetables for a filling dish. 8/10 Parihuela is a packed seafood soup served HOT with a light spicy broth and tons of flavor. The fish is soft and juicy. The shrimp is fully cooked. 8/10 Fried wontons are super fried with a thick shell. It's kinda like a hard shell taco. 7/10 Anticuchos are decent. There's a good amount of meat and the texture is good. 7/10

Amar has become our go-to spot over the past year for authentic Peruvian food, and it never…read moredisappoints. The Pollo a la Brasa is a solid 10/10 -- although it can sometimes be slightly overcooked, it's always juicy and never dry. The green sauce is addictive; it's perfect on both the chicken and the jasmine rice. We've also tried several other dishes, including the Arroz Chaufa Pollo, Chicharrón de Pollo, Yuca Fries, Jasmine Rice, Beans, Maduros and Avocado Salad. Every dish has been flavorful and satisfying. The Arroz Chaufa and Chicharrón de Pollo are especially worth mentioning -- they're packed with flavor, and the Yuca Fries are crispy on the outside, soft on the inside. If you're craving authentic Peruvian cuisine, Amar consistently delivers, and we'll definitely continue to be regulars!

The Aguadito de Pollo had chicken that basically fell off the bone. The taste was comforting,…read moresimilar to that of a Chicken Noodle Soup. The Pescado a la Chorrillana dish had a full crispy fish along with crispy yuca fries. The fish and rice was good, especially when soaked through with the sauce of the sautéed tomatoes. The staff was attentive, and the restaurant had a corner of plants, setting a cozy vibe.

Jora is one of the few restaurants in New York where every single bite feels authentic; you can…read morealmost 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!

This is a great spot for elevated Peruvian flavors done right. We started with the grilled corn…read morecausa, 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

We stopped at Mixtura because it was relatively close to JFK after a late-night arrival. It was a…read moreSaturday around 10 p.m., and finding an open place to eat at that hour was not easy, so this felt like a practical option on the way home. I live in New Jersey, and I knew that if I didn't eat somewhere near the airport, I was probably not going to eat at all that night. We ordered papa a la huancaína, a tamal, and leche de tigre, and the total came to about $48, which Its affordable by the area standards. Peruvian food is not necessarily cheap, so my issue was not mainly the price. My issue was the quality and the care behind the food. Its important to note here I am Peruvian, so I say this with real knowledge of the cuisine and with disappointment, not malice. The papa a la huancaína came with about four or five potato pieces, half an egg, one lettuce leaf, and no olive. Quantity-wise, the potatoes were fine, but the sauce told the whole story. It barely tasted like ají amarillo, and the flavor felt muted and commercial, like it was made more for cost control than for enjoyment. Huancaína sauce should have character, richness, and that unmistakable Peruvian flavor. This one felt flat. The tamal was decent in flavor, so I will give credit there, but it had only one slice of pork, no egg, and very little ají. It was a good size, but still did not feel worth the price. Again, it felt like the ingredients were being stretched too far. The most disappointing item was the leche de tigre. This is a dish that deserves much more respect because for many people, ceviche and related dishes are among the most recognized parts of Peruvian cuisine. This preparation did not feel delicate or authentic. It tasted like corners were cut. As someone who knows Peruvian food and has worked in restaurants before, I understand that using enough lime to properly prepare fish is expensive in the U.S. But that is exactly the point: if you are going to serve this dish, then do it right. If not, don't present it as something special. $21 for this? Honestly, I felt CHEATED. What frustrated me most is that this restaurant clearly has potential. The decor is nice, ready for selfies and Instagram pictures; you can tell effort was put into the presentation of the space. But to me, it felt like more attention went into ambiance than into the food itself. My impression was that the restaurant is aimed more at people who are not very familiar with Peruvian food and may accept a more mediocre version of it. For someone who truly knows and loves Peruvian cuisine, this was disappointing. I've had much better Peruvian food in less polished places in New Jersey, especially in Paterson. The decor at Mixtura may be prettier, but the food I had there was, at best, low-end mediocre. I ate it because I was hungry and it was late, and I appreciate that they were open when I needed a meal. But I would not go back, even in the same situation again. If you are Peruvian or very familiar with authentic Peruvian food, this may not be the place for you. If you are simply craving something nearby and are not especially focused on authenticity or quality, then maybe it will work for you. But for me, this is a one-time visit only. Sorry, its a NO-GO for a second visit.

First time visiting and I was not disappointed. We started with the anticucho con Papa a La…read moreHuancaina and it was phenomenal. The meat was still sizzling as we got to the table and the potato's were very creamy! I then had sopa de gallina and it sooo delicious and flavorful, definitely recommend during a rainy day. We order the whole chicken combo #3 that came with salad, maduros (yellow plantains), salchipapa, beans and fried rice. The food was amazing. The service was also great, very staff very attentive. Love the location very cozy. Definitely a family friendly restaurant

Came in for takeout for their number 3 DonAlex special, which is only available for takeaway. For…read more$30, you can get a whole chicken, rice or French fries, and a side salad. The salad is chock full with fresh vegetables, including beets and avocados! Chicken is delicious and juicy! Will absolutely return for takeaway again.

If you're looking from the outside this restaurant seems very casual. However, once you go inside…read moreit's more then that and I was surprised. I believe they do focus a lot on their takeout orders as I saw many people do carryout or delivery people. For food, I ordered the seafood soup as I was craving soup. There was all types of seafood such as crab, squid, clams, and etc.. and spaghetti noodles. It wasn't filling, but I was satisfied. I tried my friend's meal which is the a beef dish, it needed some flavoring but was good. Overall, the service was great, however the food needed more herbs and spices added to it.

3/20/26 Tried Tozton in Astoria while restaurant-hopping. The spot is lowkey and cozy…read more Drinks (mojito & margarita) were tasty like juice. The highlight was the food--my plantain tostone cup with shrimp, cheese, and sweet plantains was . So flavorful and worth going back for. The ceviche was great for my sister. Final take: Come for the food, not the drinks. I'd go back to try the Bandeja Paisa.

I usually come here and it was great. The experience is always great. The service is always…read morewelcoming and friendly. The food is also very good; the last time we came we ordered the ceviche and the lomo saltado. The lomo saltado is delicious and I definitely recommend that dish. The portion is big enough to share or have leftovers. The lomo saltado was flavorful and had enough meat which was tender.