After one of my favorite Peruvian restaurants closed on Northern Blvd, I've been trying to find a…read morereplacement. I found that this restaurant has come very close. It has a very chill and spacious ambiance with a nice bar. The service was great as the staff greeting us immediately and was very attentive throughout our dinner. The food was delicious and both the green sauce and garlic sauce for the tostones put the flavor over the top. We plan to visit in the near future.

I love coming here but unfortunately on Sunday's they have a bartender who first of all does not…read moreknow how to make a drink. I always come here and enjoy the food and the ambiance and Gabriel is amazing with the drinks. I came on Sunday to eat but also was watching the World Cup which I'm very aware that they close at 10pm. As I was eating and watching the game all you can see is the bartender looking at his watch every second and looking at the customers so we can see is time for us to leave. I'm not kidding it was every second... so rude!! I still had a good 30 minutes to 10pm but this bartender was rude looking at his watch. We were watching the game and 10 minutes before closing he turned off the tv right on our face. Ughhh I felt like saying something but stood shut. When we left and drove off and as we drove by the place the bartender has the nerve to turn the tv back on. If you're coming here Sunday night beware of this rude bartender who does not know how to make a drink.

My sister and I visited Kantu Peruvian Cuisine on August 16, 2026, and this was our second time…read morehere. The food was AMAZING the first time around, so I was really hoping they would deliver again. And when it came to the food--they absolutely did! We ordered ceviche, tostones with guacamole, drinks, and our entrées. Everything was coming out and we were enjoying ourselves. I went to the restroom--which, by the way, was very clean--and when I returned to the table, I happ5ened to look up in the corner. That's when I noticed the restaurant had a PENDING letter grade. Now I'm concerned. I asked our server if she could find out from the manager why the grade was pending. She came back and told us it was because of a leak, but they couldn't remember the inspection score. That answer didn't completely sit well with me, so you know what happened next... I started digging. The last time I visited, they had an A, so seeing "Grade Pending" definitely caught my attention. When I looked into the restaurant's inspection history, I couldn't find the specific reason for the current pending grade, but I did see that an earlier inspection in May 2025 resulted in a B. I understand that even a restaurant with an A can have violations or issues, and a pending grade doesn't automatically tell you what the problem is. But when I'm eating somewhere, I definitely want to know what's going on. Our server was super sweet and reassuring, and the restaurant had plenty of customers dining there. The restroom was also extremely clean, so I'm hoping that same level of cleanliness carries into the kitchen. And trust me--I'll be driving by next week to see what letter is in that window! I'm rooting for an A! Now let's get back to that FOOD because they deserve their credit. The flavors were so good. My steak came out medium-rare exactly the way I ordered it, the asparagus was delicious, and that GUACAMOLE?! EVERYTHING! The food here really is excellent. The servers have been welcoming, attentive and sweet during both of my visits, and I was especially happy that I was able to enjoy my meal without having an allergic reaction. That's why I really need Kantu to keep it together! The food is too good, the service is too welcoming, and I'd love to see more people in the area experience their excellent Peruvian cuisine. MIXED BAG THIS VERDICT: MIXED FOOD: KISSES! Flavor: Service: Cleanliness I personally observed: Pending Grade: I'm watching... The food gets my kiss of approval , but that pending grade keeps this review firmly in the MIXED category for now. Kantu, I'm rooting for you. Now let's get that A back in the window!

5/5 chicha morada $6.50 - sweet, sour, spicy gingery kick in the end, wish it was a bit less sweet,…read morebut amazing nonetheless 4/5 cappuccino $6.75 4/5 panacota $10 - passionfruit jelly is nice & tart, passion seeds add a nice crunch 3/5 choco flan $10 - flan is really good, altho i wish it was a bit less sweet, chocolate cake is extremely sweet, drowned in sugar syrup or something 2.5/5 service- only 2 servers at 1st & it's really busy, we had to ask for them to take the order cuz nobody checked on us after giving the menu, everything took forever- ordering, getting out for & drinks, & getting the check & paying

This place is absolutely fantastic & albeit it isn't in the most convenient location, the food &…read moredrinks are worth the trek. I ordered the classic ceviche & a couple of chilcanos. The ceviche was a very generous portion & super fresh & the chilcanos were strong & refreshing. I forgot their names but the waitress & bartender were lovely as well. All in all, a great Peruvian spot.

It was good for a quick stop. We ate some arroz chaufa, tallarines verdes and calamaresread more

El Pollo Inka Peru is a hidden gem! This place was…read morefantastic and the food was INCREDIBLE! Angelina used to come here as a little girl and it was wonderful and special for her to bring me here. The family meal fed as and we even had leftovers to bring home! If you're on a budget you get so much incredible food for the price! Even the atmosphere was so welcoming and beautifully inside. I'm calling this Queens' hidden gem and best kept secret! Gracias a todo en el restaurante and I cannot wait to be back again!

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.

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

Best Peruvian in Forest Hills and also one of the most delicious restaurants in Forest Hills. It…read moredoes seem to take a little longer, but the food taste like it is made-to-order and even home made. They recently adding cocktails like sangria to their beverage menu.

We came with a group of 6 adults and 3 kids, and everyone ordered something different. Every single…read moredish was delicious, especially the chicken and pasta- chef's kiss! The drinks were amazing as well. The staff member who took care of us was friendly, helpful, and hardworking. He made sure everything was great! We had such a wonderful time and will definitely be coming back for the delicious food, especially the chicken and pasta. We were also, vibing their music! Fun times!

Jora was a sensory pleasure from beginning to end. From the way the place is decorated, down to…read morepresentation of the meal. Everything was so well done! You can tell there is a lot of intention behind the food, place and service. I know it's a ceviche specialty restaurant, but the paella and roast chicken dishes being enjoyed by our neighboring table looked just as delicious. I will have to make my way back someday!

Service: 4.1/5 Food: 3.5/5…read morePrice: $40-$70 maybe a hidden gem? it's a little ways away from central LIC. pretty empty around 6:30pm, but tables got filled up the later it got. Online had wide-open reservations, so possibly most people were walk-in? our cold dishes came out at a timely fashion, but out hot dishes were delayed. by then the restaurant was packed, but our orders should've been sent in before the rush? a nicer, casual dining spot. we sat out on the patio, because we had a dog in tow (provided water bowl)--thank goodness the weather was nice. I still had my mini fan blowing (mainly to steer away bugs), as they don't have overhead or standing fans. most dishes are shareable with ~3 people. their plating is exactly like the photos on their menu. didn't get to try their drinks, so will need to come back. it looks like they have some fun custom cocktails. *would get again What I Ordered: - ceviche mixto: standard, a little spicy, didn't like one of the corns - ceviche carretilla*: better variety than the mixto, not as spicy - grilled corn causa: like a potato salad with corn - arroz con mariscos: server said it's more like risotto + he's right because it was cheesy???, good mix of seafood - arroz con pollo: well prepared, rare not shareable dish, only 1 maduro??? - aji de gallina*: so tender + comforting - passionfruit cheesecake: accurate, not for me - lucuma panna cotta*: as the server said "balanced"

The food was great, not time consuming, and service was nice because of Yanina. Would recommend to…read moreeat here. La comida estuvo excelente y no tomó mucho tiempo; el servicio fue muy bueno gracias a Yanina. Recomiendo comer aquí.

Lively restaurant. Great rotisserie chicken. Seated right away. Attentive staff. Ordered Combo…read more3, cos who doesn't want leftovers. Whole chicken, salad, sweet plantains, beans, fried rice, sausage and fries.

My mom and I have been coming to/ordering from here for a while. We always get one of the special…read morecombos. The chicken is always delicious, with that green sauce. Recently did take out/pick up and food was ready when promised. Service was friendly and they made my maracuya shake fresh on the spot. We're gonna keep coming here :)

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.

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.