Ordered some food to go and it looked like this when I took it out of the bag. Chicken is not cooked at all. Was looking forward to eating it and now it's going to waste. Disappointing meal. read more

Alpaca Chicken - 1/2 Chicken with rice and black beans - Peruvian Near Me - Raleigh, North Carolina

Fast eat Peruvian chicken. You order down the line and pay the cashier at the end of the line. This is an affordable and fast option for Peruvian. Very good food lunch. There's hardly a long wait as the service is fast. It can be hard to find seating over lunch as they are very busy, but this may die down after the "newness" wears off. There are several TVs in the dining area and there are also 2 areas for outdoor seating at both entrances. Tables can hold up to a party of 6 in the booths. Coke product fountain drinks. read more

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I ate here on a Saturday afternoon with one other person for lunch. These are my thoughts and observations. - Parking is a nightmare, but that's not the restaurant's fault. - The employees speak Spanish. - This place is perfect if you're in a hurry. - I liked the ambiance and decor. - Expect to pay ~$9 for a meal with no leftovers. - The food is simple, healthy and filling. - Chi Cha Morada is amazing. - Beware, the green sauce is hella spicy. Overall, if you're in the mood for a fast, healthy lunch, look no further. read more

Delicious food!! Fast service. Really fun sodas to try. Great portions & prices. If you dine in, they serve on reusable plates & cups & not disposable! read more

Food was done earlier then expected and SO fast. Ready to go when I arrived. Placed order online. The green sauce is very spicy, the yellow is sweet FYI. The chicken was fresh and flavorful and full of meat. Also got the jerk chicken deal which was cheap but not as much food as the plate combo. No complaints. Glad to finally try it since it's so close. read more

The folks behind the counter were very attentive and the food areas were very clean. The food was delicious and a definite go to when we're in the area. We got the fries, which were hand cut and huge, which I like :) string beans and the rice. All in all, this place got it right and we are fans. Kudos to this location! read more

First time visit- stopped by to check it out as it's a new restaurant in Brier Creek. Very busy, the staff was great as they were cleaning tables, stocking sauces and greeting guest. Although the ordering area is small, they ordering is quick and easy. The chicken plates include two options, options are displayed. The chicken had a great seasoning and was juicy. Ordered yuca, Maduros (plantains) and white rice. Enjoyed the food, wish there were more healthy side options and less fried options. Overall the food was great and the tres leches was perfect. read more

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I and my son were down with food poisoning after eating here yesterday. Do not recommend going here.

The chicken and side dishes were delicious and the next time I'm in Raleigh I will make it my business to make a trip here

Absolutely delicious. Flavorful and heartwarming. I've been going here almost every day because I work nearby! The staff is great as well. read more

Alpaca Chicken - 1/4 white with green beans, rice and black beans on top. Not pictured is the Valentinas hot sauce and house made yellow sauce. SO GOOD! - Peruvian Near Me - Raleigh, North Carolina

I've come here (and other locations) many times for Peruvian chicken. This time I needed to order catering. I was having some friends over and wanted to provide them with a full meal. I have seen Alpaca's marketing display showing their catering services. It came to mind immediately as I pondered what to feed my friends. I saw their online system but I was so nervous that I decided to go to the store to talk to someone. This was going to be a sizable amount of food so I wanted the delivery option. The person who handled the catering orders was not available. I was given her phone number and email. I called and she was to call me back in an hour and half. She never did. I waited a couple hours and then called her. It didn't seem like she was very interested in talking to me. She was polite, but I got a strong sense that she just wanted me to place my order and be done with it. From my perspective, I was already nervous about planning an event at my home and my worst fear was that the order wouldn't go through and I would have some hungry folks on my hands. Alpaca has various catering packages and the option for delivery. I paid about $10.50 per person plus $17 for delivery. The minimum catering order is for 15 people. My package included the food (of course) which was the chicken and 3 sides plus Sternos and plastic utensils and plates. The pricing is transparent and readily available on their website. And "yes," I did call to make sure my order was received. My credit card was charged immediately and the system provided an email confirmation. Connor delivered the food and setup and warming racks. He was on-time--about 5 minutes early. He walked up 2 flights of stairs twice in hot weather and had the food setup in less than 15 minutes. His service was incredible. Overall, Alpaca Catering services is very organized and efficient. I would use their services again. read more

Alpaca Chicken - Thank you Connor for delivering my Catering order and setting up. Excellent service! - Peruvian Near Me - Raleigh, North Carolina

I've been here more than several times and has never let me down. Alpaca has become sort of a weekly ritual for my entire work team because the food is amazing. The lines move fast, employees are very nice, food is amazing, and atmosphere is fun. There's TV's mounted around the restaurant, mostly on the food network channel which is fun for me to watch. I have not had a single thing on the menu that I did not like and I've tried everything! The thing to keep an eye out for are the specials! Those are amazing and change frequently. I give Alpaca an A+ for taste! read more

LOVE this place. As someone who has had authentic Peruvian pollo brasa, and lived with a Peruvian for 3 years, I am a fan. Plus they serve Inca cola and that is my one true love!! Truly though, alpaca does a great job at mixing a quick counter culture experience with delicious food. They provide generous portions as well. When I am looking for a flavorful, delicious, quick meal I always turn to Alpaca. Go here, you will not regret it. read more

The chicken is top notch. Love the traditional sides too. Not the healthiest options for the sides, but we love the indulgence every now and then. Certainly healthier then fried chicken! We've been back a half dozen times over the last year. read more

If you don't like Alpaca chicken it's bad on you. It's great every single time. Get a full chook cut into eight unequal pieces- perfectly grilled with charcoal skin. Add two sides- splurge for the premium green beans and you are mostly set.- bad things are few and include the decor that resembles a WalMart test kitchen, a few grumpy workers and a soda fountain that sucks balls read more

Portion size is not well managed, check out this pigeon size 1/3 dark. Food quality was good, but when I mentioned the size instead of adJustimg the size they simply replied sometimes their smaller. Not the best first impression for a first time customer.. read more

Alpaca Chicken - Peruvian Near Me - Raleigh, North Carolina

I loved this restaurant, all very tasty, clean and excellent service, I loved the chicken, the exquisite yucca, the tasty beans, if I can recommend it 100%. read more

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If you like rotisserie chicken, you have to try this place. Delicious! The sides are excellent too.

SO disappointed in what was once one of my favorite spots to bring friends and family. I just spent 10+ minutes arguing with two cashiers over the price they were charging for a meal. They wanted to charge me more for tonight than any of the tens of times I've ordered the same meal before. Watch what they charge you because they WILL over charge, even though the same sides "said differently" would be cheaper. Just ignorant and the easiest way to lose a loyal customer. Your price point doesn't support charging $17 for a plate of food. Glorified Chipotle. I drove myself to Carmens where I ordered a massive plate of food WITH RICE, BEANS, AND PLANTAINS for zero up-charge and still under $13, all while receiving great service! read more

Fast casual, super delicious rotisserie chicken, with Peruvian sides. Great food for great value. read more

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Excellent food. Excellent service. Will definitely be back for this fresh treat. Dining area was a little disheveled but it was also busy

The first time I went here I didn't know what to expect but it was delicious! The chicken was so good! The veggies were good! They make these little cookies which are also really good!! 10/10 recommend read more

The pollo saltado is Their maduros are incredible as well. I want to branch out and try new dishes, but I'm always craving the pollo saltado. read more

The food at Alpaca is simply fantastic. The Peruvian chicken is so savory and it really delivers a distinct charcoal barbecue flavor to it. There is an array of ordering options (1/4, 1/2, whole chicken, light/dark meat) as well as a diverse selection of sides such as rice, beans, yuca, plantains, green beans, etc. Great sharing value if you are in a group. They also offer some very tasty desserts (caramel flan, alfajores and tres leches). I highly recommend their flan to top off your meal. They are a counter-serve chain restaurant so ordering could take several minutes as you stand in line. The place is clean and is usually pretty busy so getting a table may also require a bit of wait time depending on traffiic, so try to plan your visit accordingly. read more

Every time I come here The 5th Element pops in my head and I think "chicken good"! I call this crack chicken and the yellow mayonnaise sauce is wonderful. The green sauce is a tad spicy for my taste, but sometimes I mix with the yellow sauce. I don't know what they season the green beans and black beans in, but divine. And the yucca fries, worth the price for a premium side. read more

I rate Alpaca 5 stars! I wasn't sure what to expect for Peruvian cuisine but I am now a lover of it! From the time we parked, I could smell the deliciousness coming from Alpaca. The restaurant is very clean and modern. The service was great and the food exceptional! I will be returning very soon. read more

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Located in a nice area. Walked in at lunch time and it was very busy. Received my food - 1/4 chicken with fries. I'll start off by saying I'm from Peru. Born and raised. I know what Pollo a la brasa tastes like. This chicken is okay at best. I would not call it Peruvian Chicken because it lacks flavor. But it's regular good rotisserie chicken. Would I call it authentic? Probably not. I'd return if I was hungry and in a pinch but I probably would not recommend it to others as Peruvian food. read more

The yuca fries are a MUST try! Holy cow are they good! Crispy yet fluffy af. The chicken is delicious and full of flavor. The word in the street is that they actually treat the chickens like royalty and take them out to nice long walks on beach before they're prepared at the restaurant. I have had everything on the menu atleast 8 times and I would def recommend to go with the half chicken and some yucca fries. Jesus I could go for some rn read more

If the food wasn't so good, this would only be one star... I went to pickup an order of chicken & yucca about 8:30 on Saturday night. Paid for my food/drink & went to pour me some sweet tea. There wasn't any... & was told that it was almost closing time, there wasn't anymore made & they weren't going to make more... What would your response have been? I just shm, grabbed my food & left... ‍ read more

So flavorful! highly recommend if you're looking for dinner and want something delicious. Wonderful staff, convenient location. Thank you Alpaca! read more

The food is soooo good. Fresh and moist chicken. The lines were packed at 7 but they got through quickly. Generous portions. read more

Alpaca Chicken - 1/2 chicken with black beans and rice. - Peruvian Near Me - Raleigh, North Carolina

Love this place! Found out about them from Fabe at Fabe's Roasting Co. I'm Fayetteville. They are two of our absolute favorite restaurants to go to. read more

I went to Alpaca in Brier Creek for the first time a couple of weeks ago. I was rushing over before they closed at 9pm and arrived at 845pm. I was worried that they would be in the process of closing when I arrived and probably annoyed that I came so close to closing. But everyone was super nice and friendly! The employees answered all of my questions patiently I had about the food. Side note: I don't understand the previous reviews about rude/not friendly employees, everyone was pleasant to me and my boyfriend. Anyways, my maduros (sweet plantains) were made fresh to order, which I really appreciated. I don't mind a wait for freshly cooked food! The food was AMAZING! I can't believe I haven't tried this place sooner. The chicken was well-seasoned all over and the meat was undeniably juicy. My partner doesn't eat chicken but enjoyed the rice and beans, and maduros (sweet plantains). I feel comfortablely full with 1/2 chicken, rice with black beans, and plantains. I'm glad this restaurant is in Brier Creek and less than 10min away from my apartment. I will be back again soon! read more

So happy I stopped in this place. Was looking for comfort food and I found it. Great service, too! What more can you ask for?! Highly recommend. read more

I've frequented thhis location 4-5 times. Food is consistent and pretty tasty. Usually the same. 1/4 chicken and green beans (which are seasoned perfectly) and either rice and beans or maduros (plantains). Their only issue is the workers. Absolutely totally NO personality, connectivity nor interest in even trying. Kinda like this "What chicken?" Next person "Pick two sides (really?) and then $9.79 (hand straight out waiting for card/cash). No thank you. No kiss my whatever. Soooooo if you want decent Chicken with flavor and such as reasonable price, good place. If you have questions or seek any kind of gratitude for helping them keep a job and pay, surely high rent, don't go. read more

Alpaca Chicken - 1/4 Chicken, rice/beans and green beans - Peruvian Near Me - Raleigh, North Carolina

I've never been disappointed by Alpaca. The chicken is heavenly and all the sides are amazing too. My favorite combos of sides are the rice with beans and coleslaw with corn. The menu lists options for white + dark meat together, but you can ask them for all white or all dark. The only reason for leaving out the one star from a perfect review: the lomo saltado. I've had amazing, juicy, flavorful lomo saltado in California and expected something better here. Unfortunately it was pretty dry and nothing spectacular. But all is forgiven because the chicken and sides make up for it! read more

5 stars, every time, no exceptions. I love this place & have ordered multiple times since moving from Rhode Island to North Carolina. Great value, really good food, simple menu... I really have no criticisms... very consistent. Highly recommended. read more

This place is dang good! Great "fresh fast food" concept. Obliviously the focus is on chicken but there are enough non-meat sides to make a more than decent veggie dinner. Would love to see them expand beyond NC. I would definitely be a frequent guest if they were in my area. read more

Chicken was moist, it had this spice on it though that I can not describe. It is like green like seasoning on it. The chickens are roasted whole and then cut up. Had a healthy meal came with two sides. Operates like fast food. I got fries and a salad. Workers were nice and funny. No line read more

My review is based on Alpaca's decision to continue charging a $2 curbside pickup fee during this pandemic. I feel this is unethical and needs to be investigated. I have not encountered any other restaurant that charges a fee for curbside pickup during this time. Yes of course people can order delivery or get their own food themselves. That's not the point. I personally visited Alpaca at least twice a month even though it's not nearby. I don't think I'll be back. It's just wrong to do this to customers. read more

Alpaca Chicken - Curbside pickup fee of $2 added to order - Peruvian Near Me - Raleigh, North Carolina