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Inka Grill

4.6 (161 reviews)
ModeratePeruvian
Closed • 10:00 am - 9:00 pm

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Jalea de Mariscos
Amber C.

If you're ready to branch out from the usual dinner rotation, Inka Grill is a flavorful little escape to Peru - no passport required! We tried the Arroz con Mariscos and the Bistec a lo Pobre and let's just say, we left full and highly impressed. The seafood rice was loaded - like actually loaded - with shrimp, mussels, and more, all tossed in a rich, savory sauce that had just enough depth to make you actually slow down and appreciate it (or at least try to before inhaling it). Then the Bistec a lo Pobre, the ultimate Peruvian comfort food. Juicy steak, caramelized onions, rice and beans, and a fried egg on top - bc of course. Somehow everything works together without feeling over the top. The service was warm and welcoming. The staff is super helping at explaining the dishes and offering suggestions. The atmosphere is casual but inviting - nothing flashy, just a cozy spot that lets the food do the talking. Bottom line: come hungry, bring adventurous tastebuds, and maybe wear stretchy pants!

Schelena S.

This was my first time coming here and it was absolutely delicious. The seafood tasted fresh, the portion sizes were huge and omg that fried fish was so soft and flakey. Everything was super well seasoned. There was no wait as we went right when they opened for lunch and our waitress was phenomenal and gave suggestions on what to get. I cant wait to go back to try it again

Leche de tigre
Morena G.

This is my second time having Inka grill for dinner this week. I'm glad today's weather was warmer and just perfect to enjoy a Peruvian ceviche. The staff is super nice and attentive. Another great evening w my family eating delicious Peruvian cuisine. I had to get an order of picarones for dessert. We also took a picture w Canchita (the llama).

Ceviche de Pescado
Tom R.

Love this added international flare here in downtown Greensboro. Not too many Peruvian spots in the area so it's very nice to see this pop up just a few years ago. Love the interior decor, with an added covered patio on bustling Elm St. Service was quick and friendly as well. The ceviche had excellent flavors with the lime juice, red onions and cilantro. The fish was tasty, but a few pieces were a bit tough, not your typical melt in your mouth ceviche style fish. But the flavors made up for it and then some. The Lomo Saltado (steak, tomatoes, onions, peppers fired up in a wok) had complex and exceptional flavors as well. Again, some of the meat was a bit tough and chewy. But again, the authentic Peruvian flavors shined. Instead of fries, I chose the fried yucca as a side and these were outstanding. Perfectly fried, tender and flavorful. Dipping these in the sauce the meat was bathed in was heavenly. Had the fish and meat been a little more tender, these would have easily been 5 star dishes. Overall, an amazing authentic Peruvian spot, that with a little tweaks, would be a 5 star joint 100%. Looking forward to trying some of their other amazing dishes on the menu.

Lomo Saltado
Devon E.

I have been to this downtown Greensboro Peruvian restaurant a couple of times and am always impressed. The food is tasty and they have a mixture of traditional Peruvian dishes as well as lots of more international options. On my most recent visit I ordered the Lomo Saltado which was steak pieces, tomatoes, cilantro, and onions sauteed in a fiery wok. The steak was soft, juicy, and very flavorful. Veggies were bright and tender. The sauce was great mixed in with the white rice served on the side. It typically comes with French fries as the other side, but I substituted for black beans. The beans weren't anything unique but tasty enough. Good portion size. It was a very hearty dish, perfect for a cold day. I left feeling very satisfied. There's a small outdoor covered patio with 2 and 4 top tables. I personally haven't sat out here, but I bet it's nice on a warmer day. Inside is a bar area as well as tables and booths. I haven't been here when it was super busy so never had an issue getting a table. The service is attentive. Decor is simple and clean. Local restaurants need our support, so if you are up to enjoy a different and delicious taste when downtown, come here!

Matt L.

5/5: The chicken chaufa was surprisingly the top winner for me. What makes this fried rice so great? It is so peppery. The scallions are freshly chopped to add to this mild peppery note, but also bring some freshness. And combined with that hot green sauce it comes with, I could not stop eating it. 4.5/5: The aji de gallina has a similar profile and texture to a mild curry. The boiled potatoes, shredded chicken, hard boiled egg, and a little surprise olive cut in half all complemented each other well. The contrast between the brininess of the olive and the mellowness of the sauce pleasantly surprised me. This was my best meal I had while briefly in Greensboro!

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Brianna H.

Peruvian food might be my favorite now! The ceviche has the perfect amount of lime in it and the fish is nice and tender. The potatoes is like a mustards type of sauce which was yummy and has a little kick to it. The Tacu Tacu is rice and beans mixed together which I was scared to get because I'm not a big fan of beans but my oh my it went perfect together. The steak was cooked perfect and the sauce they put on it is so delicious I'm getting hungry now talking about it. The salmon with risotto pesto was actually really good that was my first time trying risotto and it was paired great with the salmon. The steak with pesto pasta was delicious the pasta had the right amount of pesto on it and again the steak was cooked perfectly we got medium rare. Overall this place is amazing the food is great so is the atmosphere and the restaurant is very authentic and gives very Peru inside. The service can be a hit or miss sometimes it can be a little slow.

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Bonnie L.

What a culinary delight! Our first time at Inka Grill did not disappoint. From the sangria, to the dessert, my tastebuds were very happy. Our server Eduardo was very helpful when picking out our entrees. We ordered a cerviche which reminded me of times in Mexico. Delicious! I ordered the steak and tomato entrée. Can't remember the name of it because most of the dishes are Peruvian or Dominican names. My husband ordered the shredded chicken dish. Both were so good! Although we were both staffed, we couldn't help ourselves, and we decided to split a chocolate cake, a type of dessert which was delicious with hints of liquor I think?! We are constantly trying to find restaurants that we can keep coming back to time and time again, and this is definitely one of those experiences!!

Joel K.

First time at Inka Grill! I had heard wonderful things about it and have been wanting to try it for a while. I ordered a chicken and potato dish it was delicious! I loved the flavors and texture of the meal. Perfect for a cold winter night. I also ordered a delicious sour drink. Although it was $15 which was a bit pricy it was top tier quality! I will definitely be back to try some other dishes.

Ceviche - simply great
Fred B.

There is much to discover about Peruvian cuisine, much to enjoy. Like most ethic cuisines the food is influenced by the ingenious population and the local fruit, vegetables, seafood, and meat that is available, as well as the colonial intrusions and the immigrantion patterns. There were few options for Peruvian food in Greensboro until Embur open something over 10 years ago. Then Viva Chicken, a lightweight chain that offers some traditional Peruvian dishes( pollo a la brasa) in a fast casual environment came in about 8 years ago. Now in the last year or so, this spot ( the fourth location of a small chain that began in Roanoke in 2019 by a native Peru) and Afi Fusion have come to town with nice menus and some creativity all across that menu, and yet it all starts with ceviche, as it should - the national dish of Peru! Cerviche goes back to the time of the Incas, where they used local citrus juice to "cook" raw seafood. There are other countries in South American and other places in the world that offer in one form or another, but as the Bond song says, nobody does it better. The ceviche served here is excellent - fresh tasting, attractively plated, and nicely garnished. It is as good as any in the area. Of course the key is the freshness of the seafood. I've tried a number of items here in addition to the ceviche - Anticucho ( not for everyone), Shrimp and Calamari, Jalea, Lomo Saltado (not my favorite, rather dull), and more. This is a restaurant that will peak your interest, and dazzle your taste buds. I've eaten several times at the 4 restaurants mentioned here, and I find that Inka brings the most to the table both literally and figuratively! Try the corn nuts with the aji verde - not your Moma's corn!

Traditional chicken dish
Aurora M.

Downtown Raleigh location.... This restaurant teleported me back to my trip to Peru at the end of the pandemic. Humble vibes with rich flavors! I will say, you must have peculiar taste buds to appreciate the details in these pairings. Such delicate vibes, yet robust culture! I can't wait to go back to Peru We arrived, parked a block away, so be ready to pay for parking. No reservations made, we just walked in and were seated quickly. The service is fast, and personable. I loved that they left some aspects of the building decor untouched, and were able to incorporate the historical structure with Peruvian vibes! It's definitely a chill experience...no strict dress code either. Overall, the food was 10 out of 10 for me. Fresh homemade food, and well seasoned platters always make my soul smile! Appetizers: Huancaina Potatoes + Leche de tigre ceviche Drinks: Inca soda Entree's: my husband ordered Arroz Chaufa (not pictured but it was divine, rustically smoked/grill flavor, more soy sauce than expected) with the green sauce like Mami Nora's place. I ordered the traditional aji de gallina. We were too full to order dessert, but they had alfajores cookies available that I regret not buying to go! Super cute date!

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Chloe M.

A restaurant that lives up to the hype! We decided to check out Inca for a double date night. We were seated in a cozy back booth accented with Peruvian blankets with a view of the beautiful bar, live hanging plants and cute alpacas along the wall. The service was attentive without being intrusive. Absolutely an incredible meal! I had the Salmon Grill. The salmon was buttery and the pesto risotto was out of this world. I can't wait to enjoy another meal soon!

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Diane H.

Decided to celebrate my birthday with family here & enjoy a steak & boy oh boy did I make an excellent choice! The food was absolutely delicious, the steak was tender & flavorful, the green noodles I got with my steak were bold in flavor. The Peruvian signature potatoes that we ordered as an appetizer are super tasty, the sauce is just like you can't get enough of it. My sister in law had the fish ceviche which looked super refreshing & delicious. She enjoyed with my niece, they said it was great. My 3 boys and I all ordered the same dish of steak & pasta , & my boys enjoyed it so much they ordered another one to share afterwards. Our adult beverages were all delicious & and actually tasted like adult beverages, not like some places where you question if you actually got an alcoholic beverage. My cousin ordered the chicken chaufa it's like a fried rice, and it's super flavorful, it has egg in it like a true fried rice should. My mother got the Inka Chicken & was super delighted at how tasty & juicy her chicken was. My niece had a cut steak dish which was super juicy & tender, with delicious veggies. All of the food was amazing & to top it off the service was great. It's especially great when both the food & the service are great, I had an amazing evening & they scared the crap out of me (funny) when they came out to sing happy birthday to me with a dessert which was a scrumptious tres leches cake. I definitely recommend you try them out. I can't wait to go back!

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Embur

Embur

4.3
(276 reviews)
1.4 mi
•$$

I dined alone a little after 4 PM and was seated right away before the dinner rush, although there…read morewere already about 12 to 15 people inside. By the time I left around 6, there were people standing and waiting to be seated. The patio was open with one couple enjoying the nice weather and relative quiet of outdoors. Embur recently relocated to Smyres Place in Greensboro and the new space feels much smaller than I expected. The design reminded me of what I imagine a modern restaurant in Peru might look like. Industrial with solid wood floors, warm finishes, and a large wine display. There are around 25 to 26 tables, mostly two tops and four tops. The largest table seats six, but they will push tables together for larger groups. While I was there, a group of more than 20 came in celebrating something and they were seated quickly without disrupting the rest of the room. The small patio has outdoor seating with about 8 tables and a they have bar area with about nine comfortable seats. The menu took me a minute to understand but I ended up liking the setup. You choose your entrée, which comes with set ingredients, and then choose your protein. Each protein has a different price, so you can control the cost of your meal somewhat. Most menu items can also be made gluten free according to the menu, and vegetarian options seem easy to do. For my appetizer, I ordered the flatbread. Perfection. Rosemary, olive oil, sea salt. Crispy outside, soft inside, and so flavorful I almost ate the whole thing before my meal was served. The server came with water right away and remain attentive but not intrusive the whole time. For my entree, I ordered the Arroz Chaufa with salmon. Arroz Chaufa literally means fried rice. At first the dish seemed a bit salty to me, but once I added the green sauce that comes with it (served on the side), everything balanced out. The green sauce has very mild heat, so if you are not a fan of spicy food, that is the one I would recommend. There is a list of sauces so I assume you can customize your entree. According to my server, the other sauces bring more heat. The salmon was excellent, well seasoned but not too much, and moist. The portion was ample. I was very hungry but I had leftovers to bring home. Service was exactly what I want when dining alone. Attentive without being intrusive. I watched Netflix while I ate and enjoyed my meal without feeling rushed or bothered. The noise level is average for a busy small restaurant. Comfortable enough to relax, but if you want to talk to someone in your group a couple of seats away, you will need your outside voice. This place feels upscale without being fussy, so expected to pay more than average, but I thought it was good value for the quality and portions. I loved this restaurant and will absolutely go back. Must order: Rosemary flatbread appetizer. Tip: Ask about sauce heat before ordering. If you do not like spicy food, start with the green sauce.

IYKYK..in case you don't...I was so disappointed with the service received on this visit!! It was…read more3 in our party, arrived about 1:20pm for lunch, we we seated immediately and server took our drink orders and brought them, asked if we needed a few moments to decide, we replied yes. Then he literally never came back to take our order, we actually had to ask another server to take our order...smh We asked for drink refills and he was just chatting it up with co-workers, then brought drinks without ice..what is going on, we wondered... No one checked on us our entire visit. I really enjoyed previous visits to Embur. The food was good as usual. This visit was not the norm, but I will not go back anytime in the near future....yes I will definitely miss the good food. The service was awful today and it was not busy!!

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Dining area next to the kitchen
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Mi Perú Peruvian Cuisine

Mi Perú Peruvian Cuisine

4.5
(218 reviews)
47.2 mi
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AUTHENTIC! Quick service and nicely decorated…read more Having spent 12 years of my life in Peru, I feel confident with my assessment of Mi Peru. I was in town for business and as in every location I travel to, I look for Peruvian food. This is in my top three. One was in Austin, TX, one in St Louis, MO and now this one in Durham, NC. I had the lunch special. It included a drink, soup and entree. Of course you have to drink Inca Cola (tastes like Squirt with Cream Soda) nice and cold. I'll have to get a Chicha Morada to take with me (which I did, and it was fruity and sweet, like a non-alcoholic sangria with cinnamon). The soup was a chicken and lentil soup with various veggies. As soon as I tasted it, I knew I was in for a treat and prayed the Aji de Gallina would be just as good. It was! Aji de Gallina is a shredded chicken dish made with Peruvian Aji amarillos, nuts, Parmesan cheese. Add in all the delicious spices Peru is known for and you have a wonderful, homey, delicious dish. I will be coming back tonight for dinner. Can't decide if I want the Seco de Res or the Lomo Saltado. Both staple dishes in Peru. Part 2 - so...I was too tired to go back for dinner. BUT, I did order in. I got the Papa à la Huancaina (so delicious, it tasted like I make at home). It is a creamy, Aji Amarillo cheese sauce over yellow potatoes. I would have liked it a little spicier, but I understand having to cater to the general public, so I'll let that slide. But the flavor was as good as you could get. I also opted to order the Seco since I thought it would travel better than the Lomo Saltado. The rice was perfect. Not soggy or spongy. Just right. Flavored with a little salt and garlic. You could eat it by itself. The Seco meat was tender. I didn't even use a knife to cut it. In fact, it pulled apart easily with a plastic fork. I would have liked a little more of the cilantro sauce to soak up in my rice. The flavors were right on, but I love cilantro...so. It even came with a Salsa Criolla (lightly pickled red onion), which is authentic and served with many Peruvian dishes. I ordered additional salsa amarillo just to taste. It's a sauce made with aji amarillo and black mint. I know it sounds weird but it's actually so tasty and fresh. My only disappointment were the beans not that they weren't good and flavorful, but they were pinto beans. I was really expecting mayacoba beans (similar to a white canary bean). Sorry, I ate it before thinking about taking pictures. All in all, I would rate this highly for those wanting to try authentic Peruvian food. My next visit to Durham I'll be trying the Ceviche and Lomo Saltado.

Food is absolutely delicious!! Customer service was outstanding and the restaurant is clean. I love…read morePeruvian food!! It's authentic compared to Peru!!

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Peruvian chicken with fried yuca and fried plantain
Peruvian chicken with fried yuca and fried plantain
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Los Ranchos

Los Ranchos

3.5
(2 reviews)
4.7 mi
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The best chicken I have had in the piedmont triad! My partner is from Peru and we were here for…read moreChristmas visiting my hometown. My partner was craving some pollo a la brasa so we stopped by here after picking up groceries at G Mart. We couldn't be more pleased and we will definitely be back for more whenever we are in town!

This food stall is in the Fantacity mall food court, which now only has 2 stalls, this one and…read moreApple China. It's billed as Peruvian rotisserie chicken and Mexican food, but apparently the Mexican cook wasn't there so no one could fix a taco. So we tried to order from the Peruvian menu, but they didn't have the chicken on there either. At this point, we just said give us whatever you have, which turned out to be a leg quarter, fries and small salad. The chicken was very juicy and had been rubbed with a spice mixture that had garlic, cumin, salt.pepper, garlic and onion powder i think. I would have liked to have the skin cooked more crispy, but otherwise it was pretty good and the mustard-based Peruvian hot sauce was great with it. The salad was lettuce shreds with tomato and cucumber slice with a mustard and vinegar based dressing, it was ok but hard to eat with a plastic fork. The fries were just typical frozen fries, but they were hot, crisp and pretty good when doused with their hot sauce. Also had what was supposed to be a pineapple agua fresca, but it just tasted like coconut which i detest so that got returned. The plate was $7.99 which i think is a bit high for what you get. This wasn't bad, but it wouldn't cause me to go out of the way to get it again. If i were there and hungry i would go back. It's not nearly as good as the place up the street that went out of business, so i don' think this place will last long unfortunately. The man that runs it was super nice and helpful, so I wish him well.

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Rotisserie chicken with plantains & french fries.
Rotisserie chicken with plantains & french fries.
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Viva Chicken

Viva Chicken

4.3
(183 reviews)
29.1 mi
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We were stoked to find a Peruvian restaurant in NC while visiting family for the weekend. If you…read morehaven't had Peruvian food before this place is a great starting place. They specializes in rotisserie chicken (Pollo à la brasa) which has one of the best flavors you will ever experience with chicken. The employees were friendly and helpful in suggesting items and answering questions. The restaurant was very vibrant with a modern look, and was playing upbeat music which kept us nodding our heads. We had such a great experience that we came back 2 days later for more. I'm hoping we will see one of these restaurants in Chattanooga TN in the near future. We desperately need one!! Can't wait to visit family again next year.

Had lunch here recently and we sat on the outside covered patio area for an enjoyable afternoon…read moremeal. Ordered the half rotisserie chicken from the overhead menu board, this place as the name implies has chicken a multitude of ways. My half bird came with a choice of two sides, I opted for the fries and beans along with a pink lemonade. The roasted chicken was fall of the bone tender, flavorful and good, a decent portion. The sides as well, the seasoned fries golden brown and a nice portion. Same with the beans, well seasoned and tasty. Worth a visit and your support 3.5 Stars rounded up for then fast, friendly service 01149

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O’ya Cantina

O’ya Cantina

4.2
(71 reviews)
43.0 mi

I'm a fan. Typically if I'm craving tacos I'll just head over to a Mexican restaurant, but my…read morefriend had great reviews about this place so we decided to come here. Everything was delicious. We got all different kinds of tacos, crab empanadas, and the Peruvian half roasted chicken. You can really taste the quality in the meat and flavors of the food here. If you even look at their google photos- you can see how good the food looks there as well. It did not disappoint at all. I feel like you could get anything here and be happy with it. You order at the front, then find a seat. Everyone inside was super kind, and the restaurant was cute with both indoor and outdoor seating right next to Town Hall.

Oya deserves way more attention than it gets. Every time we've been, it's been efficient, spotless,…read moreand consistently excellent. The tacos are damn good, but don't sleep on the beans, rice, and guacamole -- everything is fresh and well done, and there's something for everyone. We came in with our kids, who were... not at their best , and the staff could not have been kinder or more understanding. That alone makes this a place I'd recommend to other families. They also have a 99% health rating, which shows in how clean and well-run the space is. If you're a family looking for a relaxed, genuinely welcoming spot with great food, this is one of those quiet gems that's easy to miss but absolutely worth supporting.

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Beans & Rice
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