Gabriella&#x27;s Restaurant

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First time in this new location. Once again we enjoyed it. Ordered the cebiche for the whole family, great flavor perfect level of spice. We also had anticuchos, they were perfect ! Tender and with great flavor. Ordered the papa rellena, chaufa and tacu tacu con lomo. They were good. And we closed with some picarones, they were amazing ! Will come back again and again and again read more

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Rachel Leigh B.

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Beautiful cakes, friendly staff, incredibly overpriced food. $29 for half a potato and a plate of rice and egg.

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Ginny D.

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A fantastic find! We travel the I95 corridor several times a year and always stop in Benson. Now we look forward to dining at Gabriella's - the food is always fresh, innovative and delicious. Both the Italian menu and Peruvian menu offer something for everyone. Service is promoted and personable. You cannot find better in the area - highly recommend! read more

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Jodi K.

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Food was absolutely delicious! We have visited Peru and were looking for a reminder of our trip. This was just as good, if not better! The Chaufa (pollo) was amazing, the Lomo saltado was bursting with flavor and the Picarones were the perfect combination of sweet and savory! The owners, Jamie and Jenny visited our table and are the sweetest couple! We will definately be back! read more

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This is THE hidden gem in Benson. We went for lunch on a Saturday and met the wonderful couple who owns it. I had the arroz chaufa with chicken and my husband had the lomo saltado. Both were amazing! We will definitely be back. read more

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Maidelys P.

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Delicious food! Chinese styled rice they call Chaufa with shrimp was delicious the portions are incredibly large too. Ribeye was very well seasoned and cooked to order. read more

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Angie P.

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Stopped at this quaint place on a roadtrip. Enjoyed the Peruvian food. Loved the flavors. Large portions. Very friendly staff. Talented owner also makes amazing artistic cakes! read more

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MaryJane C.

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Enjoy the fresh food and friendly owners EVERYTIME we visit. The food is cooked perfectly and the portions are large. We've enjoyed every item on this menu! read more

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Chris V.

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Friendly service, i think it was the owner who was helpful with menu. Nice and clean. Food was very good they also do specialty cakes. They were beautifully decorated. read more

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Frank B.

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The food is great. I mentioned I was a vegetarian and I was served an incredible fried rice loaded with veggies. The portion size was huge and the food quality was very high. The seasoning served on the side was unlike anything I had before. The service was great. It felt like we were served by our own family. read more

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Kelly M.

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2 years ago

First time at this new location. Excellent wings, cooked perfectly and sauced nicely. Great choice for lunch. Salad made with fresh ingredients! Crisp lettuce and veggies. Found a short hair in the salad, though. Ugh. They remade the salad. It happens. Service is quick and friendly. Answered questions and was attentive with refills and checking on us. This location is a former White Swan BBQ place. Clean interior, bright, TV with Latin music videos, oh and housemade desserts. Will return, other dishes I want to try. read more

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Gerry S.

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My wife and I very much enjoyed our first Peruvian meals at Gabriella's tonight. We ordered dishes suggested by the owner and they were delicious. The restaurant is small and not fancy, but you will be glad you took our advice after you take your first bite of your dinner. read more

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Rob H.

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We just moved up from Tampa Bay two months ago and were worried we would have few if any options for Latin American food. Discovering Gabriella's in Benson of all place was a huge win. I fell in love with Peruvian food many years ago and Tampa has a wealth of great Peruvian restaurants. Well, Gabriella's could compete with any of them. The restaurant is located in a kind of out of the way corner of a retail area. But, it has plenty of parking and is well worth discovering. The atmosphere is simple and comfortable. The service very friendly and attentive. The owner herself waited on us and was very lovely. When she discovered we knew and love Peruvian food she was so enthusiastic it made us feel very welcome. The one item their menu misses, Peruvian rotisserie chicken, was no loss since there are tons of options for that in the area. What they do have is a list of traditional Peruvian dishes not found in the chicken franchises. We started with the ceviche, which was the authentic Peruvian preparation with fresh fish marinated in a perfectly balanced citrus sauce. The standard accompaniment of sweet potato and Peruvian corn was perfect. For our entrees we had Lomo Saltado, beef sautéed with peppers and onions served on rice and french fries, and Tallarin Saltado Con Carne, sautéed beef served with noodles. Everything was incredibly delicious. The prices are very reasonable, the food delicious, and the service warm and friendly. Highly recommend. read more

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Farrell H.

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10 months ago

Delicious dinner tonight! I had Arroz Chaufa that was so light and refreshing with delicate ginger and scallion. I added shrimp for a perfect meal. My son had the Seafood Platter which had an amazing assortment of fish, shrimp and I had never seen fried mussels in the shell but they were incredible! What a gem of a restaurant to try some new food with the owners who are lovely hosts! read more

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Sara E.

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Very authentic Peruvian food. Lots of dishes not normally seen in regular Peruvian restaurants. They have items not listed ln the menu. The food was delicious and the staff was friendly. Clean place. I would recommend it to anyone wanting authentic Peruvian. Wished we lived closer to come here more often. read more

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Cortney E.

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Great food and service. People were smiling and friendly. We will definitely be back for pizza. We had the best pie in the area

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Elisabeth T.

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Heading north on I-95, we found Gabriella's based on Yelp reviews. I had high expectations from the 5-star reviews, and we were still 'wowed'. The service was attentive and quick, and the food was amazing. The ingredients are so fresh, and all is homemade and rich with flavor (fresh meat and fish, herbs, spice, lime). My husband had Bistec a Lo Probre (steak) and I had the Parihuela (Peruvian fish stew). I'll be pining for it once I'm back home. The servings are so large I took half my Parihuela home! Note the food is as beautiful and appetizing as the menu photos display. read more

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Margaret M.

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Portions are big, service is prompt and prices reasonable. If looking for something different in Benson I'd highly recommend.

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Linda S.

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We were staying in Benson. I must eat gluten free and looked for restaurants that could accommodate me. I read the wonderful reviews of Gabriela's. I love Peruvian food and the menu looked great. Am I glad we ate there. The food is delicious. It's cooked to order and you can taste the love. I had chaufa as they carry gluten free soy sauce. I took home half of it and will enjoy it again tomorrow. I also ordered papas a la huincain. delicious! We drive through Benson a few times a year. I've found my place! read more

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Robyn T.

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Food was amazing! I had the bistec plato tipico which was amazing! Beef, eggs, and plantains were perfectly prepared. The light salad was great. I used the green sauce instead of ranch which was a lovely accompaniment. My companion had the roast chaufa. Portions were oversized leaving a bit to enjoy later. The ambience was a bit sparse but the displayed cakes were beautiful. read more

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Vanda P.

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Ok, ok the value is here, I was wrong. I wanted to come back and give them another try so first we tried the caramel filled cookies and cheesecake. Both were fresh and delicious! So I tried their beef saltano and chocolate cake. It was very good. The beef though a bit chewy, NOT dry, had excellent flavor. The cake was moist and everything you want in a chocolate cake and did not disappoint. Service was excellent. read more

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Kurt S.

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Happen to be in Dunn to drop of a VW Westfalia Camper for some restoration services and my wife found Gabriella's on Yelp. I am super happy she did. We tried the pick 3 option from the menu and got to sample their dishes. Awesome flavors, huge portions and warm service. As other reviewers have said, it's an old pizza place, you are not here for decor, you are here for really good food. The service will be slow if they have more than 4-5 tables, but be patient. The cakes in her case are really impressive too. read more

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Christian P.

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Amazing food! Gabriella offers a great variety of authentic Peruvian dishes. The restaurant is operated by their owners who go out of their way to make customers feel welcome. I would highly recommend this restaurant. read more

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jess a.

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Wonderful Peruvian entrees next to I-95 exit in Benson. We enjoyed Lomo Saltado, steak with fried eggs, and Peruvian fried rice with egg, chicken and shrimp. Bonus point for kids menu. read more

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Erin F.

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My husband and I ate here yesterday. It was amazing. I can't remember what the dish was called but it was fried fish with a butter cream sauce and yucca fries + rice. I will be back to visit! 10/10! read more

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Basil C.

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The staff were very affable and professional. Recommended the various dishes which were delicious. Comparable to the Peruvian food that is served in South Florida! Highly recommend this restaurant. read more

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A M.

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11 months ago

Absolutely incredible food! Authentic, impeccable, delicious and memorable. We stopped by on a long trip through the east coast, and are planning ways to get back to order more of their incredible food. We had the pot roast with potatoes, and it reminded me immediately of my grandmother's! You can tell that this family creates divine cuisine with their recipes, as every detail is delicious. The rice pudding was perfect, and the butternut squash doughnuts were so good that my husband finished all of them. The owners and family were thoughtful and welcoming, all while being genius chefs. We definitely have marked this place on our MUST STOP list for restaurants near i95. Even if you aren't hungry, stop and get something to go for later, because they are literally the BEST place for amazing food. read more

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Ginger P.

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2 years ago

Great food and wonderful service small local restaurant in Benson serves Peruvian food. It taste awesome you just gotta stop by and try it out now. It's not cheap but great food so you can split and trust me. There's plenty to share. I did take out so I could come home and relax. I was very happy with my dinner. read more

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Carmen H.

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Food is delicious, I wish they have another location though. Benson is far so their customers are local, also the charge of $0.25 for tap water is ridiculous, is not the amount of charges, but my kids understand Spanish and for your staff talking in the back about your customers and saying about complaining about $0.25 cents, was not accurate, it was more like a surprise since our knowledge of restaurants are large, most restaurants don't charge you for tap water, maybe for the bottle of water but not for pouring water in a foam cup. LOL!!!! I wish you good luck im your small local business, and hoping you grow and learn from other peruvian restaurants. read more

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Bill M.

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2 years ago

First, we lived in Bolivia and Ecuador, traveled several times to Peru so the food at Gabriella's is the real deal. Stopped coming back from the beach because of the good reviews. Husband and wife are both from Peru. It was cold and rainy so we both decided on soup. I had Chupe de Camerones. All south american soups are hardy. The Chupe was full of shrimp, rice, vegetables, cheese, choclo (peruvian corn) and an egg. Big portion was more than I could eat. My wife had chicken soup, Sopa de pollo. It was also hardy, like a stew. Also more than she could eat. All was well seasoned with aji, mild peruvian peppers so everything had a great flavor. Definitely going back to try some other dishes. Highly recommend. read more

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K T.

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The staff was very friendly, the food was delicious, great portion sizes, and helpful with ordering. We will be back!

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Veronica L.

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Passing through on I 95 and were delighted to find something that was not a chain! Excellent food! Fresh flavors, friendly service.

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Ed T.

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Excellent Peruvian, in an unexpected find in a little Mall in Benson, NC Chef does inspired, creative, superlative work. Shrimp Ceviche is not on the Menu, but it was simply outstanding! Just the right amount of citrusy, oniony spice. The Papa Causa was a real work of art!! Beautiful presentation!! The Green Banana Tostones were huge, and perfectly cooked. You can judge Peruvian by the quality of their rotisserie chicken, and this one did not disappoint. Plump, juicy, perfectly seasoned with both the green Peruvian chili and "Amarillo" yellow chili sauce on the side. Their "Bistec a Lo Pobre", the Poor Man's Steak, was anything but. Beautiful piece of grilled ribeye on the bone, two fried eggs on top, choice of sides. Innovative, tasty, nice. Fresh hand-cut salads. Attentive. excellent service. Will definitely be back, and say hello to the owners. They are trying hard. No liquor license, so no beer and wine, but they have some nice natural fruit drinks from Peru in the Fridge, read more

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Darlene O.

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Excellent, delicious and fresh homemade food! A real gem, definitely worth stopping in, so many great choices. Great service and there is definitely something for everyone to enjoy. read more

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We recently found this treasure and are glad we have. From the moment we walked in, everyone was very polite and had great customer service. Extra time was taken to explain items on the menu and flavors expected. The food was fresh and cooked to order, which is difficult to find in this area. I highly recommend enjoying a meal here. We have become weekly customers now. read more

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MsJheri W.

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Friendly, welcoming, and delicious. I truly enjoy eating here also ordering to go. The menu truly has something for everybody. They also create breathtaking cakes! Cant wait to visit again. read more

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Max E.

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Passing through Dun found this little spot great place! Great service great food great people if I'm ever in town again I would definitely come back! read more

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105 N Honeycutt St
Benson, NC 27504
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(910) 304-1368
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Hours

What time does Gabriella's Restaurant open?

Gabriella's Restaurant opens at 11:00 AM on Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday.Gabriella's Restaurant opens at 10:00 AM on Sunday.

What time does Gabriella's Restaurant close?

Gabriella's Restaurant is closed on Monday.Gabriella's Restaurant closes at 8:00 PM on Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday.Gabriella's Restaurant closes at 5:00 PM on Sunday.

Mon ClosedTue-Sat 11:00 AM - 8:00 PMSun 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Payment methods

Does Gabriella's Restaurant take credit cards?

Yes, Gabriella's Restaurant takes credit cards.

Food & Alcohol

Does Gabriella's Restaurant have catering options?

Yes, Gabriella's Restaurant does have catering options.

Does Gabriella's Restaurant have a happy hour?

No, Gabriella's Restaurant does not have a happy hour.

Does Gabriella's Restaurant serve alcohol?

No, Gabriella's Restaurant does not serve alcohol.

Indoor Amenities

Does Gabriella's Restaurant allow dogs?

No, Gabriella's Restaurant does not allow dogs.

Does Gabriella's Restaurant have TVs?

Yes, Gabriella's Restaurant has TVs.

Outdoor Amenities

Does Gabriella's Restaurant have bike parking?

No, Gabriella's Restaurant does not have bike parking.

Does Gabriella's Restaurant have outdoor seating?

No, Gabriella's Restaurant does not have outdoor seating options.

Does Gabriella's Restaurant have parking?

Yes, Gabriella's Restaurant has parking options. Private Lot Parking, Street Parking

Other Amenities

Is Gabriella's Restaurant wheelchair accessible?

Yes, Gabriella's Restaurant is wheelchair accessible.

Does Gabriella's Restaurant have free WiFi?

Yes, Gabriella's Restaurant has free WiFi.

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Specialties

Gabriella's is a new authentic Peruvian, Italian and American restaurant in Dunn NC. We have specialty plates that are sure to make your stomach happy such as Chaufa, Polla a La Braza, Lomo Saltado and a variety of traditional Italian and American Dishes.

History

Established in 2019.

We opened our business with the goal of bringing quality, authentic food to Dunn and surrounding areas. We hope that once you taste our food, you'll fall in love with the taste and become a repeat customer. This is a family owned and operated business, so we hope you can come meet us and see our passion for food.

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14.2 mi

My guest and I stopped in for a drink and some "hot honey pepperoni pizza." The service was fast…read moreand friendly. I forgot her name, the young lady provided amazing service and was able to help guide us of places to visit. The ambience was inviting and quiet....as I'm sure we may have been the first customers of the day. Sorry o don't have a picture, but the hot honey pepperoni pizza was satisfying.

This was beyond any expectations I could have imagined for any pizzeria outside of NY. Sami's in…read moreSmithfield was AMAZING!!!! To begin I will state I received exceptional customer service! Though this is not so much a traditional restaurant they were happy to serve and wait on us. The set up is on par with any pizzeria in NY. They step it up with a small bar in the back! Though I didn't sit at the bar I'd definitely be tempted to go again and check it out. The garlic bread and marinara sauce was a pleasant appetizer that set the tone for the meal. It set my hopes up for a delightful dinner and it did not disappoint. The pizza was such a surprise. I was so excited to find a pizza that I could compare to true NY pizza! During the course of our meal, we found out Sami is from New Jersey and so understands exactly what a pizza should taste like. The delicious dinner made me decide to delight myself in a cannoli. I was remiss to share with my son. The filling was divine. The perfect mix of sugar and ricotta, sweet without being overly so to still enjoy the flavor of the ricotta. The North may have won the war but Sami may have just helped them even the score on the battle for best pizza. How do you spell pizza in North Carolina? S A M I' S An underrated little gem

Garlic bread

Garlic bread with marinara sauce

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Arthur's Pizza

3.9(30 reviews)

6.5 mi

Always great food Excellent service…read more Clean establishment Quiet and cozy It's always a great choice to dine here!

The best subs in Dunn in my opinion! Great service and great…read morefood. Ambiance is not great, but the food & service make up for it!

BBQ wings

Buffalo chicken wings and bacon cheese fries extra cheese

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Bacon cheese fries extra cheese

2 Cousins Italian Pizza

3.7(135 reviews)

14.8 mi

Our family loves Two Cousins! This is one of the only good restaurants in Angier, so we come here…read morequite often. Their cheese pizza is delicious, and the buffalo chicken tidbits are fantastic with a good vinegar twang. Their salads are pretty good, and my parents have enjoyed their Chicken Francese. The servers are nice and the atmosphere is pretty relaxed and quiet, unless there's a large group dining in. Overall, we love Two Cousins and we come here often, bringing friends and family to have some of the best pizza around!

While visiting the area, stopped in for a great pizza. Had another great experience, good food,…read morefair price, and friendly service. Definitely will return in the future.