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    Don Pollo

    3.9 (181 reviews)
    Closed 11:00 am - 9:30 pm

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    Casual
    Moderate noise
    Good for groups
    Good for kids

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    Armistead J.

    Didn't have a good experience at this spot the customer service is lacking and my chicken had Entirely too many feathers on it. This place has got to do better at this location.

    Half 1/2 Chicken With 2 Sides
    Cindy P.

    I love Don Pollo! I seem to live really close to one every time I move Their Peruvian chicken is just sooo tasty and you can smell just how good it tastes from the moment you step through the door. The staff greeted me when I walked in and took my order right away. I didn't have to wait long for my order. I ordered their Half chicken with two sides. My two sides were Chaufa rice and plantains! While the sides were really good, The star of the show, without a doubt, is their Peruvian chicken. Marinated to perfection with a blend of Peruvian spices and slow-roasted to achieve that golden, crispy skin while keeping the meat juicy and flavorful. Portion sizes are generous! I ate this meal for dinner and then lunch the next day! This location also has parking right out front and you can sit inside to eat if you want. They have small tables that are minimally decorated. Overall, will be back here again!

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    Gail R.

    I was in the area with a friend and wanted to grab something to eat. They brought me here and mentioned it was Peruvian, so that piqued my interest. The first thing I did was look on Yelp for their rating - I was so relieved to see that it was 4 stars out of 5 (made me feel more comfortable in ordering). As we entered the business, the first thing you see (right in front of you) is a case with lots of drinks (juices, sodas and water). To the right of that is the counter where the cashier will take your order and behind them is the kitchen. On this visit I ordered a meal - 1/4 Dark Chicken with 2 sides. They also offer bigger portions of the chicken, Soup & Salad and Specialty Dishes. For my 2 sides I got Plantains and Rice. The Rice is normally served with Beans, but I opted out from having the beans. The chicken was cooked perfectly as I remember enjoying the pieces as I ate; The rice was was cooked great (shelly) and the plantains were plentiful and made right. Other sides I would love to try is their Yuca, Potato Salad or Mashed Potatoes, French Fries, Mac & Cheese and Corn Pico (they have other sides in addition to what I listed). The price I paid total, for 1/4 chicken, 2 sides and a drink, was very affordable and they gave a good enough portion of the items as well. I would love to come back and try more stuff, maybe even one of their desserts (their menu shows 4 with Tres Leches being one of them). There are several tables and chairs available to sit on and eat at, but you can do carry-out too. They do have 2 restrooms in the back (one for female, the other for male - only for one person each). The biz is located in the same plaza as Lotte Plaza Grocery, but at the other end, near the CVS.

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    Lexi G.

    Don Pollo surpassed my expectations! It was very busy when we arrived, but there is a lot of parking in a lot in front. The 1/4 chicken dark meat was very flavorful, and the rice & beans and steamed veggies were good sides. I will definitely go back here for Peruvian chicken compared to other places in the area!

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    Stephanie P.

    A great lunch spot with lots of options. The dining area is a bit small for larger groups but the food was flavorful and the portions were huge.

    My meal
    Meghan F.

    The chicken is done nicely with a great spice blend. Enjoy the roasted vegetables side and the black beans. Ample seating and pretty fast service. I come here now a couple times each month. My only complaint is that they don't have WiFi

    1/4 White Chicken with Mashed Potatoes & Mac & Cheese

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    OMG their dark meat chicken is the best. Choose the corn pico as one of your sides. So good.

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    Best chicken in the dc area!!!!! Crispy, and juicy! Don't forget the green sauce.

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    The chicken is the best I've had (maybe pollo rico) yuca fries are great...everything else is ok.

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    I think I have eaten there a hundred times the past few years. Food is always good and served fairly fast.

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    This chicken is the best... We were having a Holiday party and the manager himself offered to deliver the food.

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    Best food in that whole shopping mall. Super fast and cheap too. I would definitely recommend if you're looking for good Peruvian food

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    9 years ago

    Love the chicken here...has the right taste (unlike Sardis). I really enjoy the cucumber salad n slaw.

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    I'm not a pro in Latin chicken flavor but this place is great especially if it's to go seating I don't think that good of an idea.

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    AZU Peruvian Cuisine

    4.5
    (30 reviews)
    2.3 mi
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    I recently tried Azu Peruvian Cuisine in Rockville and overall had a solid experience. I ordered…read morethe lomo saltado, the copa, and the chupe de langostinos. The lomo saltado was well executed. The beef was tender, the fries were crispy, and the classic mix of soy sauce, onions, and tomatoes gave it that authentic Peruvian flavor. The portion size was generous and satisfying. The chupe de langostinos stood out. It was rich, creamy, and packed with shrimp, which is important because many places skimp on seafood in this dish. It had a deep, comforting flavor and felt very traditional. The place itself is small and casual but welcoming, and the service was friendly. Overall, it's a good spot in Rockville if you're looking for authentic Peruvian flavors. I'd definitely come back to try more dishes.

    Good size place with a small area as you as you walk-in and a larger space for at least 6 tables+…read moreand a bar area with 4 stools. Nice set-up but they are still awaiting their liquor license (as of Jan. 2026), so they only serve non-alcoholic juices, sodas and water (for now) and hot teas on the weekends. The servers are very sweet and really know the food and menu. However, I did observe they are either a bit inexperienced, or the place is still getting things in order-- as they carry the food out without trays. I observed one server carrying a soup very close to the rim with bare hands. Now, for the food. An excellent array of varied dishes from different regions of Peruvian cuisine. My husband and I have tried our fair share of Peruvian food both in Peru and across various U.S. states. It's our go-to-food. The food here had its highs and lows. The Good & The Bad: Grilled octopus was delicious with a generous portion of everything served on sizzling skillet. Chorros à la chalaca (fresh mussels) served with pico. Both had a lovely presentation and savory flavors. Lomo saltado (sautéed beef tenderloin pieces) with fettuccine à la Huancaina served over a bed of fettuccine in a spicy cheese sauce (IYKYK). The Huancaina sauce was on point as was the sauce for the lomo--The (lomo) beef however was not. Beef was overcooked and tough to chew. And being a Peruvian spot the Classic Ceviche was a work of art but the flavor and the spice-level was lacking. Finally, I asked for a side of sauce and was charged for 2 oz. of sauce. They also tacked on a service charge fee for a table of two. Overall, the ambiance was nice and friendly but the food coming out of the kitchen did not warrant a $130 bill. Honestly, the prices are comparable for this kind of food. But I would expect better product and less hidden fees. I hope this small business will keep improving I'd love to give it another chance once they work out the kinks-- but judge for yourself!

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    La Canela

    4.0
    (391 reviews)
    2.1 mi
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    Updated review: came here for father's day lunch, they were able to last minute accommodate our…read moreparty of 6 when we couldn't get into a different restaurant nearby. Very nice ambience, decorated in European style. Service was top-notch, very nice waiter and hostess. They made sure to hold our table for us. They gave us a complimentary ceviche wonton which was delicious. I thought the pan-fried cod entree was delicious, especially the sauce. The fried part was a bit heavy though so I wish there was a side of vegetables rather than the crispy potato. The yuca and calamari with the aji amarillo was an excellent appetizer - I'd recommend. Also be sure to try the purple corn drink (chicha morado?) - it didn't taste like corn at all and was delicious and unique! Lime and apple taste to it.

    We celebrated Father's Day at this place for lunch & since it's a weekend, dinner menu was served…read moreall day. The food was amazingly scrumptious , nice presentation, vibrant & flavorful. Service was top notch, very attentive and friendly. The server encouraged us to try a highly popular Peruvian juice drink called chicha morada. It was quite unique & refreshing. I would consider this place fine dining for the quality, decor & service. The only complain was the high price tag, with tips and taxes, you are looking at $50 per person without desserts & alcoholic drinks. It's a bit pricey for lunch but if money is no object for you, I would definitely recommend this place.

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    Interior of La Canela with hardwood colonial chairs and classic Spanish ironwork
    Interior of La Canela with hardwood colonial chairs and classic Spanish ironwork
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    La Brasa Latin Cuisine

    4.3
    (498 reviews)
    1.0 mi
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    This place is off the chain AMAZING! Such friendly staff, calm atmosphere (music isn't super loud)…read moreand overall just a nice place to grab a bite!! My husband and I came here for lunch we got the rotisserie chicken(super juice and FLAVORFUL) with 2 sides and a carne asada. Needless to say, we both looked at each other and said " THIS IS OUR SPOT WE HAVE TO COME BACK!" And we sure did for dinner!!! The appetizer portions are bigger than most places tbh we got kind of full from them, we tried the chicken tacos and the yuca stuffed with chicken and cheese! Our servers were David and Henry, so kind, extremely friendly, made us feel at home and were constantly checking in on us to make sure we didn't need anything! They also gave us great recommendations. Such a great place!! Hidden gem

    As a local business owner with over 20 years of experience serving customers, I understand how…read moreimportant customer service is. Unfortunately, my recent experiences at La Brasa have been very disappointing. The biggest issue has been the customer service. The person answering the phone has been consistently rude, has taken our orders incorrectly multiple times, and instead of trying to resolve mistakes professionally, argues with customers. That is simply not the level of respect or professionalism I expect from a business that has been part of the community for so many years. I have also noticed that the food quality has declined compared to what it used to be. It's disappointing because this restaurant once had an excellent reputation. I sincerely hope management addresses these concerns by improving customer service, training staff to communicate respectfully, and restoring the quality that made so many people loyal customers. I'd be happy to update my review if I see meaningful improvements.

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    Poyoteca

    Poyoteca

    4.3
    (135 reviews)
    4.5 mi

    Poyteca's whole chicken takeout meal is the best dinner rescue ever! Takeout is super fast and…read morefriendly-they made our yucca fries fresh on the spot. The chicken is hot, tasty, juicy, and meaty. Although we didn't get it this time, one of my favorite sides is the honey roasted carrots and Brussel sprouts. Lots of sauces are provided for the chicken and fries - green is a bit spicy while the yellow sauce is mayo-based. Delicious!!

    This was my first visit to Poyoteca! I had seen it from the outside, but only ordered online and…read morehad delivery for years .... It helped to get us through the shut-down lock-downs of the pandemic! I had the veggie burrito and flan. Both were absolutely delicious! I also love their green beans, mashed potato, and other things you can put together in a veggie sides dish -- you get to choose four. It's great! They have mac and cheese, too .... I really enjoy the food but of course, it's the art that drew me in the most in the first place -- even when first seeing it online years ago, I found the look of the logo to be very visually appealing. As well, this is much of what I so liked during my first dine-in experience. The only thing I didn't like was that it was rather loud. Well, it also happened to be very cold but it was very cold out that night and I was stuck wearing warm-weather clothes from the warmth earlier in the day, so ... it was a bit uncomfortable but also, I was having to consider someone else's comfort who found it to be much louder & colder ('freezing,' in fact!), than I did. The metal chairs are rather hard. There are booths with soft cushions, too -- so you have your choice. The coolest thing is if you're a fire-lover, sometimes they cook with what appears to be a flash-frying method and the flames are really big and bright -- so cool to see! If you eat with your eyes, there are many visual treats to be had here! If you just eat with your mouth, there are plenty of tasty treats! It's an all-around, all-over taste and other-senses sensation! (Filling, too -- I believe you will not leave here hungry!) Overall, I highly recommend it!

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    The top pic I posted over 3 yrs ago on yelp saying do not enter. They finally put signage up.

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    The top pic I posted over 3 yrs ago on yelp saying do not enter. They finally put signage up.

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