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    El Rocoto

    3.8 (1.5k reviews)
    Open 11:00 am - 8:30 pm
    Updated over 3 months ago

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    Moderate noise
    Casual
    Outdoor seating
    Happy hour specials

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    Cute vibe
    JJ J.

    2.5, maybe... Lomo Saltado- rice beef and veggie part was pretty good. The fries were not good, at all. I love this dish in general but these fries had an odd texture. Ox tail- the fettuccine was an interesting twist, was ok. Prefer rice and black beans with oxtail though. Papas Rellanos (potatoe balls) - so disappointed! I get that they tried to upscale ground beef woth steak type chunks, but it is not the same. And, the potatoe part was more like a corn dog texture/color. People were nice, parking is painful. Pricey given food was meh at best.

    Chicken & Pesto. Just ok. Chicken and was dry and a bit tough.
    Shelly S.

    My first time eating here after all these years. Met up with a friend on a Friday and there was no wait - first red flag. This shopping center is always packed so that was a bit concerning. Service. 10/10. Servers were friendly and made us feel welcome. We were able to stay as long as we wanted (not a lot of people coming) Facility: 8/10. No real issues. Clean and neat from what I could see. Bathroom was decent. Parking: 7/10. There is free parking. It this shopping center is always packed so you may have to do a few rounds or park further away. Food: 5/10. My friend and I are both foodies ordered the chicken and pesto. The chicken was tough and a bit dry and the pesto was just ok. I can't see myself ordering it again. They are going to have to make some major improvements with the food to keep a crowd coming

    Jenny Y.

    I can't believe it's been almost 10 years since I last visited El Rocoto! A former colleague and family was in town this week so I decided to take them here as they love Peruvian food. Needless today, this family owned business still operates with excellent and friendly customer service. Our server was very attentive, made a couple of rounds to check up on us. We ordered the following to share together: Pescado a lo macho: Shrimp, squid, mussel, scallops, and octopus with aji Amarillo creamy sauce on fish fillet. Quick a filling fish and delicious. Plenty of food to go around. Pollo Saltado: Stir fry chicken with onions, tomatoes, French fries, and rice. The chicken was cooked well and seasoned well. I love the sweetness of the cooked onions. Lucuma ice cream: Delicious creamy flavor to end the evening! Huge portions so you're getting your money's worth. Flavorful fishes and not too greasy. The parking can be packed especially on weekends but you can park in surrounding areas. Since we came on a weeknight, it wasn't crowded and no issues with parking. This delicious hidden gem is quite a drive from where I live but totally worth the drive whenever it's about meeting up with folks for a delicious meal. I will definitely be back. :-)

    Shaquanna W.

    Random dinner / date night pick ! Immediately walking in we were greeted and sat , the host was very friendly and helpful when it came to trying to figure out where to order . The baked fish however wasn't on the menu but recommended by the waitress and she did not disappoint, the flavor was absolutely amazing and blended so well . The LOMO SALTADO is my go to when coming to a Peruvian restaurant and it also did not disappoint, filling and very flavorful . I would definitely come back to try some other things on the menu . Over all experience 10/10 clean environment, friendly host , delicious food .

    mixto cebiche
    Amy L.

    first time trying this spot that my boyfriend and his family frequents and so glad i got to try more authentic peruvian dishes than just lomo saltado! the restaurant has a homey feeling to it with a decent amount of seating/tables and very nice staff. we started out with complimentary bread with two different types of sauces (the green one tasted like the sauce you get with lomo saltado and the orange one tasted like some kind of spiced tomato creamy sauce). - cebiche mixto: 10/10 so many different varieties of fresh seafood and love the citrus tang and added sweetness from the sweet potato plus great texture from what i think were corn nuts -tacu tacu especial: 9/10 bigg portion with savory tender meat with the creamy sweet rice? that really paired well together - pescado macho: 9/10 also big portion of very tender fish and a good assortment of other seafood with rice covered in a creamy sauce would love to come back and try their other dishes!

    Arroz Con Pollo
    Yi C.

    Came to visit this family-owned restaurant (Chef Jorge Chan) as I was curious about Peruvian cuisine. We ordered the cerviche (Mixto Cebiche), soup (Chupa De Camarones), Arroz con Pollo, and Tallarín Verde w/ beef steak to share for two people. The mixed cerviche comes with big chunks of fresh halibut, and plenty of shrimp and octopus. The sour and tangy flavor is perfectly balanced the glazed sweet potato and Peruvian corn and corn nuts. Definitely a must-try if you like cerviche! The soup (Chupe De Camarones) has a thick and creamy (shrimp chowder) texture, with plenty of peas/carrots pieces, fried fish, and a scrambled egg on top. Very hearty and just perfectly seasoned. We ordered the regular size and the portion is plenty enough even for two people to share. The specialty courses Arroz con pollo (rice cooked with cilantro sauce with chicken) and the Tallarín Verde (pesto spaghetti/parmesan cheese with breaded beef steak) are just as delicious as all the other dishes. The pesto spaghetti is al dente, and the pesto flavor is just devine! If you like cilantro, you cannot go wrong with the Arroz con pollo. Both of these dishes come in big portions, plenty to share for two people. Good service as our waitress was very attentive. Great value considering the cost. Good atmosphere, and plenty indoor seating. Parking in front of the establishment can be crowded, but there are also plenty of parking spaces in the surrounding area. If you are craving for Peruvian food, this is the place to be! Also since this is family-owned, please come and support your local small businesses.

    PESCADO MACHO
    Ashly U.

    The food was delicious, and the portions were huge....definitely worth the money! Everything was flavorful without being greasy. The warm bread with the dipping sauces was such a tasty and unique touch. The atmosphere was calm with upbeat music, and the service was incredibly friendly and accommodating. We tried the recommended dishes, and they did not disappoint. Will definitely be back!

    Stacey G.

    I've been here now three times and I love it. Their chicha is very tasty and bold. I love their calamari and usually we run into the same hostess she's very kind and friendly even when my grandma is constantly bugging her about when we are sitting down and others too. She keeps her composure and is kind to everyone to props to her for that. The waiters are very kind and funny. It's always busy when I go here and the decor is nice.

    Arroz con mariscos
    Sally T.

    El Rocoto was my go-to Peruvian restaurant in college and has served me well for many years! Parking can be tricky since they share a lot with other restaurants, but the service is consistent and I never have to wait too long for a table. Their arroz con mariscos is a must-order! I prefer this to Spanish/Cuban paella, but that's just me. Their alfajores are also delicious.

    Piña colada
    Lisa B.

    Stopped here on a whim. Food was delicious, the ceviche was my favorite. The lomo saltado was made with quality meat and it did not disappoint. My husband ordered the tallarin plate and he really enjoyed it. They serve bread with your meal and my son liked it so much we ordered seconds. The service was great, our server suggested what dishes to try and we were pleased with his suggestions. The restaurant was clean and the lights set the vibe for a great meal. We'll definitely come back again.

    Chicken breast with salad and papas
    Suzanne S.

    Go early so you dont have to wait. We try to make it once a month and we have something different each time. Our server, Jorge, was so attentive and gave a great recommendation. We had the seco de carne and lomo Saltado. Soft but upbeat Spanish music playing in the background to create such a great atmosphere.

    Mark P.

    Have not been here for quite a while. First thing we noticed was the divider in the restaurant which to us makes it a little bit smaller but does not affect much it's just a preference, some people like it the new way some people like it the old way. :-). Our server was very friendly during our arrival. Once we were seated we placed our orders. Chouffa de marisco and the fried calamari. And for starters we got the Papa's Rianna's. The Papa's Rihanna's were good. The chouffa de marisco was to be honest, not very flavorful. It actually was on the Bland side. The calamari some seem very chewy in some of it seemed just right. Not sure why. One of my biggest pet peeves is having my water glass filled. Once we got the food we never saw the waitress after that. She was working a large group that was having a celebration and a few other tables but did not even look our way. I ended up going to the person working at the cashier and ask for water after a very long time. Even after that it took a while for them to bring our water to the table. Then we had to flag someone down to ask for the check and nobody came so I ended up bringing it to the cashier and paying their. I asked for change for a five so I could leave a tip. That became a little bit of a project as well. And we left a minimal tip and we are good tippers but the lack of service was just really hurt us. The food was just okay but not as good as the other Peruvian placement that we go to. We unfortunately won't be back.

    Dipping crack
    Ted H.

    Service was spot on, my jameson & seven served fast and stiff. The tacu tacu seafood was hit of the night, the oxtail was over salty. Everything else was tasty and made for a great family dinner....but the bill? $167.

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    2 years ago

    The food was delicious. The service was attentive and helpful. It was way too hot inside, they had fans running.

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    3 years ago

    First time having Peruvian food. The lomo saltado and the mixed ceviche was incredible! Would 100% recommend.

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    Delicious food! Love the lomo saltado, arroz con mariscoa (seafood paella kinda), sangria, and much more!

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    What are the vegan options on their menu?

    Not on the menu but they can substitute the meats for vegetables in a couples dishes. - Saltado (veggies, potatoes and rice)… 

    Are there gluten free options?

    Yes Pescado Sudado Saltado de Vegetables (Lomo Saltado without the beef)… 

    Is it Cuban or Peruvian food?

    Definitely Peruvian.

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    Sunny on South - Green chilaquiles  / Birria

    Sunny on South

    4.4(781 reviews)
    2.5 mi
    $$

    Came here around 11 AM with a coworker and the place was already pretty busy. We only waited about…read morefive minutes at the entrance before someone came over and seated us, so the wait really wasn't bad at all. We sat outside since it was a nice day, although it was definitely pretty warm. The staff was really kind and helped us open the umbrella so we could get some shade, which we really appreciated. The service throughout the meal was great. Everyone was friendly and polite, and the coffee was especially good. I ordered the Artesia Breakfast, which came with two eggs, sausage, country potatoes, and toast. Everything was cooked well and the portion was pretty generous. I'd already been eating quite a bit over the last few days, so I couldn't finish the whole plate, but I definitely enjoyed it. My coworker ordered the shrimp and grits, and I liked that they had some Southern-style dishes on the menu too. We stayed for about an hour, eating, talking, and just enjoying a relaxed meal outside. It was a really nice experience overall. Good food, great coffee, friendly service, and a comfortable atmosphere. I'd definitely come back again.

    Love this local brunch spot. I always have a hard time ordering because the menu is so diverse and…read moreeverything is tasty! Portions are big and food is filling. I love their breakfast tacos. Homestyle potatoes are my go-to sides because they are very crispy and have great seasoning. When I'm craving something sweet, their pancakes and waffles are a great option. Nana's breakfast mess is also a go-to and what I recommend to people who never been. It's basically like the breakfast tacos but in a bowl. I knocked off 1 star because we ate here around lunch time in the middle of a summer heat wave and it was really hot and stuffy inside. Our waitress was super sweet but because they are super busy, the service tends to be a bit slow.

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    Toast Downey

    3.8(994 reviews)
    5.5 mi
    $$
    Veteran-owned & operated
    Outdoor seating

    My wife and I went to go have breakfast and we had an amazing experience! Our server Cesy was very…read moreattentive and friendly which made our visit even better. The restaurant was very elegant we will definitely be coming back soon! Thank you Cesy!

    Toast has been on my list of places to check out for a couple of years, and a friend put it back on…read moremy radar back in April. Just a couple of weeks ago, my friends and I were considering our options for where to have brunch to celebrate one of our friend's retirement. Toast was one of the names I dropped in the metaphorical hat, and it won the vote of a few. My friends were surprised that I had named a spot I hadn't yet tried since I'm usually the "foodie" of the group. However, another girl in the group who had been here before vouched for it. I'm glad I finally got to try this place this past weekend, and I cannot wait to return! There were so many things on their menu that I wanted to try. A couple of the ladies ordered green chilaquiles, the friend we were celebrating ordered the Spanish Omelet, another woman I'd met that day had the bacon and eggs, another one ordered the Biscuits and grave with a side of bacon that looked perfectly crispy. I wish I had taken pictures of the plates as it all looked so lovely! I didn't even take a picture of my own food haha. I had my eyes on an omelet, one of the Benedicts or the Chicken n Waffle. In the end, the chicken and waffle won. It comes served with a little container of maple syrup with bacon pieces. The chicken was perfectly crispy on the outside and juicy on the inside. The waffle was delicious, though I did request for some extra syrup on the side. To drink, a few ladies ordered mimosas, one ordered an iced caramel coffee, and I ordered the Carajillo. I fell in love with this drink last summer in Mexico and do not often see it on the menu. I love the subtle citrus notes the Licor 43 adds to this espresso drink. It is very similar to an espresso martini, and theirs comes topped with a toasted marshmallow. I honestly wanted to try almost every item in their Tipsy Barista section of their drinks. I'll just have to come back that many more times :) Plenty of parking in the mall lot. It does get pretty packed during peak hours. Fortunately I had called ahead to put our group of 6 down. We went in on Saturday around 11:30. It slowed down a bit while we were eating, but started to get busy again after 1. Otherwise, we might have been forced to honor their 90-minute rule. All in all, a great experience from everyone in our group. No complaints on the wait, service or food. That certainly deserves a toast. Great job, Toast!

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    The Mustard Seed - Full plate

    The Mustard Seed

    4.7(687 reviews)
    0.2 mi
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    Vegan friendly
    Vegetarian friendly

    I'm so glad I finally tried The Mustard Seed! This place is such a great find in Cerritos - and…read moreshare with other eateries. The inside is small with about handful of tables and "earthy " decor including a wooden trunk!! The Loco Moco was definitely a standout. The flavors, textures, and presentation were all on point. The only recommitted loco moco is ask the gravy on the side meal was overtly drench with the sauce. We also tried the "fish tacos" (vegan version, of course) and were really impressed and taco was crunchy, but my only complaint is it was messy eating after the 2nd bite -- the fillings seemed to be falling apart and out of the taco shell. The food is flavorful and honestly makes you forget you're eating vegan. The service was great---friendly staff and fast service. Whether you're vegan or just curious about trying plant-based comfort food, I will come back to Mustard Seed a try the burritos next time.

    Finally getting around to writing my review for Mustard Seed. I believe it's one of the few fully…read morevegan options in the city of Cerritos, which is always nice to have. The restaurant has a cozy atmosphere, and the customer service is honestly great. The staff is friendly and willing to recommend their favorite menu items if you're not sure what to order. I've been here twice, and both visits were about the same. The food was okay. It wasn't disappointing, but it also wasn't something that really stood out to me. I've had better vegan food at other places, so I left feeling somewhat neutral. It's a decent option if you're looking for vegan food in the area, and I still encourage others to give it a try because everyone's taste and experience can be different.

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    19seventy

    4.5(1.8k reviews)
    8.3 mi
    $$
    Family-owned & operated
    Full bar

    There's a private lot for parking to get here. Inside has a nice and classy atmosphere. The staff…read moreare great and friendly. Even with lots of people, it wasnt too loud. The food arrived at a good pace. The sourdough bread roll with herb butter arrived first. It was delicious. The bread was fluffy inside and the outer crust wasn't too hard. I got the pasta cheese wheel (serves 2) and the server was great and funny. The pasta has a great flavor. And the portion is just right. Definitely filled me up even though I wanted more pasta. The garlic bread was also good. It is the same sourdough bread from the beginning. I'd return to try more of the menu!

    This establishment is a MUST TRY I will definitely be going…read moreback with my family I came here with my husband on a date and it was such a beautiful and thoughtful experience We made reservations before checking the closing time and we didn't realize they were about to close until we were already seated and ordered. It was the most private and intimate date we ever experienced. It was so thoughtful and sweet of them to still take us as guests. They did not rush us and was so attentive and friendly throughout the entire experience - seriously unmatched service The chef making the pasta table side said we came at the perfect time because it does get extremely busy The appetizers, main course and dessert were all a hit. Everything so flavorful and hit all the right taste buds. We are coming back to try the mozzarella sticks and pizza with our kids Probably one of the best restaurant experiences we've ever had both on service and food taste

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