The staff here were lovely and I liked the food a lot. I've been here on two separate occasions and wait staff were absolutely lovely! Thus far we have tried the following: The papa la huancaina, pollo saltado, shrimp fried rice, lomo saltado and the tallarin à la huancaina with vegetables and lastly the aji verde (I could drink that sauce it was so good). We also tried the alfajores because I cannot eat a meal without dessert. The saltados were delicious and I loved the texture of the rice. The chicken was a little dry but flavorful. The huancaina sauce is to die for, buttery, creamy and not spicy. I loved the fried rice which came loaded with shrimp, my only issue was that it was a little too salty for me and the shrimp slightly over done but still really tasty and I would order it again. Do yourself a favor and get some of their aji verde to go, it's well worth the price. Lastly, they make the best alfajores I've ever had, do not miss ordering it! The portions are huge as well. read more

Small place. Service was prompt and friendly. I'm not familiar with the food options so I ordered a few things to try. They provide a complimentary small amount of some sort of toasted corn. Unexpectedly tasty. Very limited parking, read more

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Food was great! And the customer service was stellar! I highly recommend stopping in! They do close around 9pm. Parking is very limited in front of the restaurant. So heads up! read more

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A friend was in town for a medical visit. Always ready for new experiences, El Chullo caught their eye. The U.S. Government once put me on a cruise ship - eight months to Antarctica and back. It broke ice. Three stops in Peru. One for an hour or two, just a Valparaiso view. Walk through the door, a step into Artsy Peru. Fabric, graphic, photographic art, music and and lighting set the mood. Service, smiling, prompt, attentive Bars and food are married in Peru. Pisco is the national high proof beverage. Pisco Sour the National High Proof Drink. I ride No Proof these days, We ordered Chicha Morada - purple corn, pineapple, cinnamon and cloves. Subtle, slightly sweet, excellent beverage. Canchita is Sun dried fried corn. A small serving is the appetizer. Parched Corn in my brain. delicious. I brought a side home for the family. Like Corn Nuts? These are better - on my palate. Others have noted higher Salt is the forward flavor in many dishes. It does not ruin the complexity of the Peruvian dishes. It is present. Chupe is Shrimp Chowder. it is ver6 good. My dish was Aguadito - a cilantro based chicken soup, more like stew, loaded with chicken, potatoes, beans and other Peruvian goodness. We had a side of fried platoons- tender, slightly sweet plantain. If you adventure in dining, travel through food, appreciate multi-faceted long, social meals. Try El Chullo. read more

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After a long day of work, this was exactly what I needed! It was my first time trying Peruvian food, and my coworker recommended the Lomo Saltado--I'm so glad I listened! The sauce was incredibly flavorful, and every element of the dish came together perfectly. If you're craving comfort food that's packed with vibrant flavors, the Lomo Saltado is a must-try here. Definitely a dish worth coming back for! read more

El Chullo Peruvian Restaurant & Bar - Lomo Saltado - Peruvian Near Me - Phoenix, Arizona

amazing incredible flavorful what more can i say got a rec from many people to try this so naturally we ordered 4 things for 2 people the ceviche slaps. so good, full of flavor, more than generous portion the rice and noodles were shockingly yummy too def will be back read more

El Chullo Peruvian Restaurant & Bar - Peruvian Near Me - Phoenix, Arizona

My friends and I enjoyed another fantastic meal at El Chullo a couple weeks ago after an event downtown. This small family-owned joint is not to be overlooked. The service is quick and friendly, and the food is always fresh and delicious. This visit we started with the Anticuchos. For entrees the group got Lomo Saltado, Arroz con Pollo, and Jalea Mixta. Everything was delicious - not a single complaint. The inside of this location isn't very big so depending on how busy it is you may have a wait, but it's definitely worth it. There is additional parking behind the restaurant if all the spots out front are occupied. read more

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A must visit spot in the melrose district. I'm aware there's another location but I believe this spot has better parking. All the food was delicious and we definitely got quite a good spread from the octopus to the lomo saltado which is a must try. Also the best stew was good as well! The staff was very friendly and helpful with the menu. The bartender himself came over and delivered our drinks. He had a little extra from one the drinks my wife orders so he poured out a little more for some of us to sample. We were there for a good amount of time b her didn't feel rushed at all. It was a very relaxed but fun spot to be and had a cool ethnic interior with cool decorations which matched the food. Again this place is a must try and we will be back! read more

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I had the Lomo Saltado (beef) and my friend had the Ceviche de Pescado (fish) for lunch. The service was quick and the ladies were so kind in explaining the menu and their recommendations. This was my first time trying Peruvian food so she recommended their #1 best seller. The Lomo Saltado was so flavorful. The beef was a bit on the tougher side for me and in the end I couldn't really finish it all since it was a lot of chewing. The ceviche de Pescado was creamy and refreshing. It just melted and fell apart in your mouth. With the fresh slices of red onion and peanuts, it suited my palate more. This is a small restaurant but it is super cozy. It is also really close to N 7th street so make sure to slow down when turning right into their parking lot. read more

El Chullo Peruvian Restaurant & Bar - Lomo Saltado & Ceviche de Pescado - Peruvian Near Me - Phoenix, Arizona

El Chullo is a humble spot in Phoenix that packs a lot of flavor! Ceviche - a good portion and I enjoyed how thin the onions were and the crunch of the peruvian corn. The dish tastes fresh, and citrusy. Causa with crab - crab potato salad so if you enjoy dishes with a soft texture, this is for you. I think I was expecting more of a punch of flavor with the vibrant color. Anticuchos - very tender skewers and I liked the blistered tomato sauce! Pisco mango and Arribaria (Peruvian eggnog) - both very dense drinks but they were smooth! read more

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This Peruvian food was very good! I got the ceviche de pescado, which was super flavorful! It's raw fish and red onions, sweet potatoes, corn, with an acidic, creamy sauce. It is served cold, so don't be thrown off by that! The only thing is I wish it came with a noodle or rice or something. The service was good. The restaurant is pretty small and there aren't many parking spaces. I would come back! read more

El Chullo Peruvian Restaurant & Bar - Ceviche de pescado - Peruvian Near Me - Phoenix, Arizona

The place is beautiful, the staff are amazing and the food is delicious - actually calling it delicious just isn't good enough to describe the symphony of flavors your palette will enjoy read more

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I had a wonderful dining experience at El Chullo Peruvian Restaurant. I started with a cocktail that had mango and cinnamon--although I can't remember the name, it was perfectly balanced and absolutely delicious. For the appetizer, we ordered the tostones, which were crispy on the outside and soft and slightly sweet on the inside. I paired them with a side of aji verde sauce, which was fresh, herby, creamy, and had just the right amount of spice. The combination was fantastic. For my main course, I chose the Frijoles con Seco a la Nortena. Described as a beef stew on the menu, it came out more like a savory beef gravy with tender, flavorful pieces of beef. The beans and rice were a perfect accompaniment. The service was attentive and professional, and though the 7th Street location is small, it's well worth arriving early to avoid a wait. Highly recommended! read more

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The restaurant is small but they also have space for bar seating. The parking lot is not good; there are about 5 spots, and they are hard to get to and more difficult to get out of because you have to reverse into the busy street. The food is delicious, especially the Shrimp Causa. I got the Beef Seco a la Nortena, and that is also really good. The purple drink "chicha morada" is too sweet for me. Good drink menu. The service was fast for lunchtime, and customer service was good. Overall, a great place to try new dishes. I will come back again for more of that Causa. read more

El Chullo Peruvian Restaurant & Bar - Shrimp causa !!! So good!!!! - Peruvian Near Me - Phoenix, Arizona

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My friends and I stopped by this restaurant on our way back from an event. We were tired and extremely hungry so we were ready to eat. Our meals were perfect! I ordered the mushroom saltado since I'm vegetarian. I had never had it with mushroom before and I absolutely loved the flavor combination. We had to sit at the bar since the tables were full, but it was a good experience. The waitresses were kind and helpful when we needed something. If I'm ever back in the area craving Peruvian food, I'll definitely come back to this spot. read more

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This is a Phoenix gem. It's a hole-in-the-wall Peruvian restaurant worth the time. The food was very good. Loved the Anticuchos, Causa de Pollo and Ceviche de Pescado. Very good Pisco Sour. I was disappointed that there were no Peruvian beers. Maybe tariffs? The waitstaff was knowledgeable and friendly. Definitely a place to return! read more

Great great food Small restaurant but worth making the trek Got the following: Ceviche mixto: 5 stars, so good we ordered one, ate all of it, and then ordered another and ate all of that as well Aji de gallina: 4 stars, delicious and above average from what I have had at other Peruvian places Lomo saltado: 4 stars, same comments as the aji. Good portions for both! Tamales: 5 stars, huge portions, awesome sliced onions on the sides. The green sauce on the side was spicy but amazing! Great drinks! Will definitely come back!!! read more

El Chullo Peruvian Restaurant & Bar - Loma saltado on top left, aji on the bottom and part of the tamale on the right - Peruvian Near Me - Phoenix, Arizona

I went with a party of 6. As a vegetarian I haven't eaten Peruvian for awhile because I hadn't realized there were so many options. The food was absolutely delicious, everyone loved everything they had. Do you know what a rarity that is these days with a party of 6 foodies? We visited with a Peruvian relative that ordered for the table & he agreed everything was as it should be. I couldn't agree more. I was very happy with everything i ordered which was the noodles with vegetables and the appetizer which had veggies in it and potato in a beautiful sauce. Sorry I forget what these dishes were called. We will definitely be returning with family and friends especially out of towners who like different types of cuisine. A lovely experience for sure. read more

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A bit late of a review...we came back in April and had the same great experience as before. Service is quick, efficient and friendly. Marco was our person and he was great! This time around we had the Pollo Saltado and the Ceviche Clasico. We absolutely love the ceviche here. Theirs's isn't the classic shrimp that Mexican ceviche tends to be made with. They use a white fish that is swimming the creamiest and most yummy, limey flavored sauce. It comes with sweet potatoes and corn, some crispy and some boiled. The Pollo dish was good and because I had to experiment, I ordered it with spaghetti just to see how it be...actually loved it! I included a photo with f the fried fish because we always amazed at how much they give you! We will be back!!! read more

El Chullo Peruvian Restaurant & Bar - Fried fish - Peruvian Near Me - Phoenix, Arizona

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Small cute place. I enjoyed the artwork, see pics. Service was ok. We enjoyed our meals. I liked my fish stew. The cookies alfahore were too small I. Size to savor the flavor. read more

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El Chullo delivers authentic Peruvian flavors in a cozy setting. The Ceviche de Pescado was fresh and perfectly balanced, with just the right amount of citrus and spice. The Arroz con Mariscos was hearty, flavorful, and packed with seafood. The experience left me wanting to explore more of the menu, and I will definitely return. Not many Peruvian spots, so must check out read more

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This place doesn't look like much from the outside but don't judge a book by its cover! In the hunt for Peruvian food? Here's your spot This is the original location which has been a family favorite for many years. This is food you can't get anywhere else truthfully. The owners are from Peru so you know it's 100% authentic I'm so excited they opened up a new location and can't wait to check that spot out! The service is delightful. Kindest people you'll meet. I love the chicharron and ceviche mixto. My favorite drink there is the Maracuya Sour. You won't be able to get that in many places so I highly recommend that A fun spot to check out if you want to try something new read more

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I have been coming to this restaurant for years and why I've not written a review until now is beyond me! This is by far, one of my favorite Peruvian restaurants outside of Lima, Peru! The food is authentic and very flavorful. The portions are generous and usually someone in my group takes something home for their next meal. The service is friendly and the only drawback is that this original location is very small, around 6 tables and a small bar area that seat approximately 4-5 customers. There has not been a single dish that I've tried that does not deserve a high rating. I must admit that while the Lomo Saltado, Ceviche Mixto and Saltado de Mariscos are wonderful, my favorite is the pan con Chicharon that they serve only on Sunday morning for breakfast. They have a second location on 7th avenue that is more elegant and significantly larger but this is my favorite location because it's the original one, and the one I find most appealing. I should warn that due to its size, often times, it's a very loud environment. read more

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The food was flavorful and the service overall! Fabi, Sebastian and the team did a great service to us today! We definitely will come back soon! 100 % recommend! read more

"The 7s" -- 7th Ave and 7th St are each blessed with a neighborhood gem of a Peruvian restaurant. For the unfamiliar, Peruvian food can be as simple or as complicated as you prefer. The secret is the seasoning. I'm by no means an expert on the cuisine of Peru, but it's not known to be spicy hot but, rather, flavored with a pleasant array of herbs and spices. With a bar and about a dozen tables, the 7th Street location is cozy. My companion had the Pollo Saltado, a pleasant sauté of onions, herbs and tomato with fries and rice. I chose the Arroz con Pollo and it was delightful. The surprise star was the side of Papa a la Huancaina. This is also available as an appetizer, which is highly recommended. It consists of potatoes covered with a yummy sauce that I can't fully describe except to say 'your tastebuds NEED to try it." Service was excellent from a knowledgeable team who knew how to attend to guests and make them feel at home. read more

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Great food, big portions. Try the chicken and the Pisco sour. We definitely are going back

Every time I come here I swear the amount of food you get is looking ridiculous smaller. I decided to try something different on the menu so I got the pollo saltado and my BF got the tallarines saltado con lomo. Chicken was so dry and lacked a lot of sauce. My BF's dish looked like someone ate out of it, very sad portion. Flavor was there but if I'm paying about $20 a dish, I want it perfect in every way. We also get a ceviche dish and the plate was eating the food up, again looked liked someone ate out of it. Not to mention that I found a spongy object in the mussel. I'm now traumatized and will not eat their mussels here. Probably won't be back for a long time. Prices have gone up way too much for the portion of food you get here and the inconsistency quality of food. read more

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I love small family businesses and this restaurant is just that. Small interior but very friendly and efficient staff. They seat you immediately and bring out your food quickly after you order. I ordered the Causa de Camaron, a Lomo Saltado and a jugo de piña (pineapple drink). The Lomo Saltado was authentic and delicious. It comes with beef tenderloin strips, fries and white rice sauted with onions, tomatoes and cilantro.The flavor was not overpowering and the seasoning was on point. The portion was huge and it went well with the jugo de piña. The causa de Camaron came with mashed potato, avocado and shrimp. Definitely recommend if you're around the area. Come support ! read more

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The food was delicious, it was a nice change for my taste buds! The atmosphere is lively and the servers were attentive. It's a small but clean place. Parking is limited but the food makes it worthwhile. read more

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We're visiting phoenix and this is the first restaurant popped up searching for restaurants near the airport. Place was okay, more of like a bar vibe, food was very salty. Service was excellent tho. Drinks are way too sweet as well, added water into it read more

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Family and I came looking for some ceviche. Really dissapointed. They use like the cheapest fish in existence. Usually it may be cod or tilapia. But this fish almost artificial with a strange texture and transperant look to it. It had absolutely no flavor. My wife had the same reaction. My daughter to Gome chicken nuggets. But it seems half of it was fried chicken skin. The other half had barely any meat to it. read more

El Chullo Peruvian Restaurant & Bar - Ceviche - Peruvian Near Me - Phoenix, Arizona

Me and my travel mates had been craving authentic Peruvian cuisine since we had landed in Lima around a week prior. After our hike of Machu Picchu, we found El Chullo. Their staff was immediately accommodating of me and my group. Our server, Rossy, was incredible! She made sure that we had everything we needed (and more!) at all times. Our drinks were the best part. Rossy brought us drinks with the funniest cups for our beverages in which we could not stop laughing. This meal was our favorite we had during our stay in Perú and we look forward to coming back with more friends. Thank you Rossy and the El Chullo team for taking care of us! Estamos emocionados de haber llegado a Perú con nuestro grupo para probar la auténtica comida peruana durante casi una semana. Antes de nuestra caminata al Machu Picchu, encontramos como grupo el restaurante El Chullo. El personal fue inmediatamente acogedor con nosotros. Nuestra camarera, Rossy, ¡fue increíble! Ella se aseguró de que tuviéramos todo lo que necesitábamos (¡y más!) en todo momento. Nuestras bebidas fueron las mejores. Rossy trajo las bebidas con mucha alegría y nos hizo reír. La comida fue nuestra favorita durante toda la estancia en Perú y esperamos con ansias volver. ¡Muchas gracias a Rossy y al equipo de El Chullo! read more

El Chullo Peruvian Restaurant & Bar - Me and Rossy! - Peruvian Near Me - Phoenix, Arizona

The food was excel. Much better than anticipated. Small but cozy. Waitress friendly and helpful. Food is unique and delicious. Their small wine selection pairs well with tier dishes. read more

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Such an amazing find! Saw this place on Instagram and do glad we tried it. There is a second location by the same name work a more modern fusion menu but I highly recommend coming for this menu instead. The restaurant is quite small but a decent amount of tables and a small bar area. There are like three parking spots but the tattoo parlor was closed in the evening so those spots are open too. There was one server that night but she was so kind and attentive. We definitely ordered more than we could eat but we wanted to try everything. The heart skewers were soooo good. I love heart and it can often be hard and overcooked but they were perfectly cooked and seasoned here. My favorite appetizers. We got the ceviche which was pretty standard as well as a potato stuff dish that was interesting. It had a citrus kick at the end that was unexpected. I got the chicken and it was very home style comforting. The sauce was a little thicker than I would have liked but honestly it tasted so good I didn't care. It's like a thicker chicken broth sauce. The seafood soup was also amazing. Great flavors, lots of seafood, and had the perfect amount of spicy level to it. It definitely warms you up. The entree portions are extremely generous and we easily had so many left overs. There is also happy hour for their pisco sours. We tried four of them including the passion fruit and old fashioned that were all amazing. They use real egg foam which I love. Overall I am definitely going back when I need a good home cooked meal to warm the soul. read more

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I'm sorry but this place has almost no idea of what Peruvian food is. I came From California, where restaurants like Inca Mama's and Inca grill mesmerize diners with authentic, tasty, Peruvian dishes. They serve fresh baguettes with a sultry, green aji sauce squeezed out of a bottle, and all the traditional dishes to make your mouth water. But this place sure ain't that. I was perplexed because of all the raving reviews. Either people in Arizona don't know Peruvian food very well (likely), or this was a really bad night. Either way, I will rate El Chullo as 3 stars (average) and nothing more. I'd go lower, but I concede that they could have been having a bad night. We ordered the aji de gallina, and it was dry and tasteless. The rice was particularly bad. We had the saltado and it was really just average at best. There was nothing that made me want to come back. Again, I'll give them another shot and chalk it off to being busy, but as Peruvian restaurants go, if you want to be blown away, go to Inca Fusion in Goodyear. Now that's amazing. But I'd say very average for this place. read more

We were told to try El Chullo by one of our friends who raved about this place and it didn't disappoint. Cute little hole in the wall with only a couple of tables inside. Our server was great and the food came out quickly. The papa rellena was crispy and delicious. The yucca fries could've used a little more salt but it had a good sauce. The lomo saltado was so good. The rice was flavorful and the beef was nice and tender. I will definitely be back next time I need a Peruvian food fix. read more

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Extremely hidden gem in the Valley. Service was extremely friendly, the head chef even came out and offered samples of experimental menu items for myself to try. The Lomo Saltado is by far the best I've had in the US...perfect amount of sauce, fries, meat ratio and cooked absolutely perfectly. Will be back again !! 17/10 recommend! read more

El Chullo Peruvian Restaurant & Bar - Lomo Saltado - Peruvian Near Me - Phoenix, Arizona

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I wish I would have tried El Chullo sooner. It was delicious. The service was friendly and fast. It was also pretty busy for a random weeknight but we were luckily able to find a table easily. The yucca fritas were ok with a pretty good tangy sauce, but we really liked the papa rellena even more. I loved my entree. I got the pescado a lo macho and it wonderfully delicious with just a little bit of kick. I also had to grab an Inca Kola to have with the meal. I can't wait to go back and try more of the menu. read more

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El Chullo is a small restaurant with tight seating. Stopped by last month for a light bite before our big dinner plans. We shared two dishes - the Anticuchos and the Ceviche de Pescado. The anticuchos was good, but I've had better. Maybe a little too well done for my liking. Their ceviche de pescado was really good, however. I've had a decent amount of Peruvian ceviche and their version is very bright with great acid. I would definitely go back again for another round of their ceviche. Can't really say much else since it was just a simple meal and quick. read more

El Chullo Peruvian Restaurant & Bar - 10/01/2022 - Anticuchos - Peruvian Near Me - Phoenix, Arizona

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Delicious food way over priced!!! Especially drinks!! 8.00 for a bear and 16 + for a mixed drink!! Ridiculous !! Even 22.00 for a dish is alot to most people!! Great food but unfortunately most people won't go a second time due to high prices!!! read more