Hidden Gem Alert!…read more My friends and I recently discovered Pisco Peruvian Nikkei, tucked away in a shopping center in Centereach, and what an incredible find it was! From the moment we walked in, it felt like we had stepped into a chic Manhattan restaurant. The ambiance is a beautiful fusion of Peruvian and Asian influences. One wall features stunning artwork of an Asian woman, while another pays homage to Peruvian culture. A cozy lounge area with tan leather seating is anchored by a magnificent tree adorned with vibrant red leaves--it was absolutely beautiful. Toward the back of the restaurant, beneath the striking mural, is the sushi bar, adding even more character to the space. We chose to sit at the bar in the heart of the restaurant, perfectly positioned to take in both the Peruvian and Asian influences that make this place so unique. Our bartender, Santiago, was exceptional. He was warm, attentive, and genuinely wanted to make sure we enjoyed every part of our dining experience. Waiting for us at the bar was a delicious green sauce paired with roasted Peruvian corn to snack on--a simple touch that set the tone for the meal to come. For dinner, we ordered the lamb chops, and they were absolutely outstanding--perfectly cooked and so tender they practically melted in my mouth. They were served with fried rice infused with just the right hint of ginger, which was simply fabulous. Our host and manager, Kenia, graciously brought us a sample of their white rice, and it was just as flavorful and memorable. The food was exceptional, the atmosphere was inviting, and the hospitality was second to none. Every detail came together to create an unforgettable dining experience. Thank you, Kenia, Santiago, and the entire team at Pisco Peruvian Nikkei for such a delectable evening. We'll definitely be back again... and again! I'd give it (5/5 stars). It's the kind of place that's easy to drive past--but once you find it, you'll wonder why you didn't discover it sooner.

I came in with high expectations and overall had a really good experience, with just a few things…read moreI'd tweak. First off, the restaurant itself is absolutely beautiful. The ambiance really sets the tone, it honestly made me feel like I was away on vacation, which I loved! It just has that kind of relaxing, elevated atmosphere that makes you want to sit back and enjoy the whole experience. The entrée was great ,the meat was cooked really well and the portion sizes were generous, which I definitely appreciated. The grilled Spanish octopus was also a standout, super flavorful and cooked perfectly. The mocktail I had (guava citrus) was amazing, refreshing and probably one of my favorite parts of the meal. The only thing that fell a bit short for me was the alfajores. I was really hoping for a fresh, melt-in-your-mouth dessert, but it tasted like it had been refrigerated. The flavor itself wasn't bad, just not what I expected, so I personally wouldn't recommend that item. I did pair that with a house coffee and wow it was so good I had to ask the waitress where was it from! The waitress was very knowledgeable, friendly and attentive! Overall, still a solid spot with a great vibe, good food, and a really beautiful setting. I had a really nice time and would definitely come back to try more from the menu

What an amazing experience! We came here for a family birthday celebration and had SO much fun from…read morebeginning to end. The atmosphere was lively, welcoming, and perfect for celebrating with family. They had a live singer who was incredibly talented and really made the night! She interacted with everyone, got the patrons involved, had us singing and laughing, and was just genuinely so nice and fun. It turned dinner into an entire experience and made our birthday celebration that much more memorable. And the food was very, very good! Everything came out looking great, the portions were generous, and we enjoyed all of our dishes. The drinks were just as impressive--the bartender definitely knows what they're doing because our cocktails were DELICIOUS. Between the great food, amazing drinks, live music, singing, laughs, and overall energy, we had such a good time. This is the kind of place where you come for dinner and end up staying because you're having too much fun. We absolutely cannot wait to go back!

My group of 4 ppl went here to celebrate a birthday. Place…read morelooks great, unfortunately service was lacking. When the items we ordered were delivered I informed the server we were missing something, and he just stated back " well you only said 1" we reminded him exactly the way we asked for both items and he just shook his head, rolled his eyes and left....after that he decided to not come near the table anymore - the place was empty it was a Wednesday at 5 pm, we just asked any other server for utensils that were missing or napkins. Finally he decided to come serve us for dessert....and gave us wrong items. At that point we just decided to leave and forget about this place, which is such a shame because we had travelled about 30 mins to go there and had high expectations. Unfortunately service does matter even if a place serves good food and is decorated nicely.

I was doing laundry a few doors over from this restaurant and wanted something to munch on. I…read morebriefly looked through their menu and what piqued my interest was their a la carte tostadas. I knew immediately that I wanted one but which one? Well everyone raves about the birria so I made my choice. My tostada was made fresh, the shell still a little warm from the grease and crispy. The birria was good but it kind of just tastes like a basic stewed beef to me, unremarkable. The guacamole was nice and fresh... but! It was way over salted. I had to brush quite a bit off because paired with the birria it was a salt bomb. Also I love cheese but I wasn't feeling the cheese on this one. It didn't have much flavor so it felt like it was there for the sake of it, I took it off. Now the tostada tasted good after my alterations but it shouldn't be better after removing ingredients. I would like to try another tostada, maybe their al pastor? And I'd hope their guacamole is appropriately salted.

Talk about a hole in the wall amazeballs place! The smell when you walk in makes you want to order…read more1 of everything on the menu!! My favorite was definitely the Birria tacos. We had steak and pastor tacos. Mom had the steak tostadas crunchy and delicious. My dad is picky and eats like a child so he has the fried wings and French. He said both were great. Last but not least kids had cheese quesadilla and chicken with white rice. Overall this was an amazing meal for all and will be going back again.

Bilingual review/Evaluacion Bilingüe: English;I came here…read morewith my wife for Valentine's Day. It was my first time visiting this restaurant. The food was fantastic, and the prices were more than fair. The wait staff was friendly and pleasant, and the manager was very accommodating as well. I've been to almost every Peruvian restaurant within a five-mile radius of this place, and this is definitely one of the better ones. We will definitely come back--hopefully with a group on karaoke night. The other customers also seemed very polite and cordial. The music was at the perfect volume for dinner conversation and even for dancing. Español; Vine aquí con mi esposa para el Día de San Valentín. Fue la primera vez que visitamos este restaurante. La comida estuvo fantástica y los precios fueron más que razonables. El personal fue muy amable y atento, y el gerente también fue muy servicial. He visitado casi todos los restaurantes peruanos dentro de un radio de cinco millas de este lugar, y definitivamente este es uno de los mejores. Sin duda volveremos, ojalá con un grupo en una noche de karaoke. Los otros clientes también parecían muy educados y cordiales. La música estaba al volumen perfecto para poder conversar durante la cena y también para bailar.

I was staying at a hotel nearby and the lovely gentleman at the front desk recommended this place…read more I used DoorDash and it arrived quickly. I brought the half chicken, avocado salad and side of rice (with extra hot sauce) to my room and devoured most of it like a starving animal because I didn't have a chance to eat all day. It was outstanding. Highly recommend if you're looking for solid food options in this neighborhood.

Everything was amazing! From the host, to the waitress, to the rest of the staff this place was…read moreincredible. The food was exceptional. Since it was Family! style, we ordered several entrées for the five of us +2 appetizers and a Caesar salad. The Caesar salad was one of the best I've ever had! The appetizer of homemade meatballs in red sauce were delicious as well, both chicken dishes that we ordered and baked ziti! The service was way beyond expectation. The ambience was warm and lively. Exactly what you'd expect from a busy family style restaurant on a Friday night!!

Recently attended a private event at La Famiglia and despite what we have heard it was not what I…read moreexpected. I rarely disparage restaurants but I was disappointed in the quality of the food that we were served. The fillet of sole was delicious; moist, flaky and lightly seasoned, the bruschetta and cappuccinos were excellent. However the eggplant parm was bland, chicken francese was overcooked and tough to chew while the pasta dishes ( penne ala vodka and broccoli with garlic & oil) were also bland. The service on the other hand was impeccable. All the servers were very welcoming and attentive throughout the event. Maybe this event was too much for the restaurant kitchen staff but I'll reconsider revisiting in the near future but not in a large group.

Good food, great service, in a relaxed ambiance is how I can describe Gallo. Located in downtown…read morePatchogue, the music grabs you as soon as you enter. We sat down and ordered drinks first. I had a passion fruit margarita which was good. We also ordered mango habanero wings which were also good. For the entree I had to try their steak Caesar wrap with fried sweet plantains. The steak was soft and juicy, and the Caesar salad was flavorful. The sweet plantains on the side just connected all the dots for me. Our server Kelly was friendly and genuine, and came to check on us to make sure everything was good. Considering this is where my brother met his wife, it was great to celebrate the moment where they first fell in love. I'm looking forward to coming back and trying something new on the menu!

When I'm craving a taste of South America, I come here in this Colombian spot never disappoints!…read moreSteaks are always perfect. Chicken is always juicy. You can't go wrong with their varied meat Tray where you can pretty much order a little bit of whatever you want! The service is incredible and the prices are still reasonable, considering today's current market! The ambience is live and fresh! At night time, the drinks are flowing and this place packs out and has a crazy nightlife, dance vibe atmosphere! Always a fun place to hang out and Patchogue! What I always get... App: Gried yucca balls with cheese are incredible Entree: marinated skirt steak with fried green plantains, yellow rice and a steak with a perfect mailard! My husband likes to try different stuff so the last time we went there he got the beef tongue that was marinated in the sauce, which was tasty, but he took a risk getting the tongue! I have showed pictures to other South American people, and they say those parts of the tongue are supposed to be removed and skin off before serving so that made the texture a little bit weird especially for a first time who is open and trying everything! This is just a great all-around vibe chill spot with delicious food that doesn't break the bank! Highly recommend and bring your adventurous side!!!

We are always on the hunt to find new Latin restaurants and discovered this one recently scrolling…read morethrough Google Maps. The food was so incredibly good, and we are picky since my mother-in-law is Cuban (and a good cook!). I had arroz con pollo and it was delicious, and my spouse had the steak and thought it was great. It is definitely on our list of local favorites now. The service was also terrific and the waitress was super friendly. It looks to be a fun place too (for crowds that would come later than us ... we had a super early dinner). Highly recommended!

It's in a strip mall, small, quaint. Impeccable, beautifully…read moreadorned The service was excellent. The food well prepared and savory. The dishes are hearty and the price point reasonable We are looking forward to our next visit!

Cristian waited on me when I came here for lunch one weekend, and the food was so-so…read more I had the Arroz Chaufa (with seafood, chicken and beef). The trio of protein is an off menu item because the menu offers a choice of only one protein. Boy, was I disappointed in my order! The seafood tasted like it had been defrosted before cooking. It did not taste fresh. I had the Passionfruit Pisco, which was too sweet, and it tasted like it barely had any liquor in it. For dessert, I had the tres leches, which had a skimpy amount of sweetened condensed sauce (about three tablespoons), and when I asked him for more, Cristian responded that there was no extra sauce available. I have been to way better Peruvian restaurants than this--especially in Queens. The decor is nice though. I will not be back. This is one and done.

We went here for a birthday dinner. I arrived already kinda sloshed and boy was it loco. Food…read moreabsolutely slapped. Drinks were bangin, and we have a wonderful time. La Hora Loca? More like La Vida Loca.