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    La Canela

    4.0 (392 reviews)
    Open 12:00 pm - 9:00 PM

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    Moderate noise
    Romantic
    Classy
    Good for groups

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    Ceviche Mixto
    Rachel C.

    Amazing. Staff was super friendly, and our server checked on us consistently and was very accommodating. The drinks were fire and the food was so fresh. The portions are great. We ordered the Calamari with Yuca fries and the mixto Ceviche as the appetizers. Then, shared the main which was the Lomo Saltado. We were very full, and my goodness. I need to come back. I love the interior design as well. The natural light hits beautifully and the wooden interior and decor made me feel like I was transported.

    Torta Tres Leches
    Khanh-Chau M.

    I am rounding this up to five stars; tasty food, very friendly staff, and nice vibes inside! Would say the dishes are flavourful and good levels of savory/sweet depending on the item.

    Fish Dumpling.
    Cynthia C.

    We had a very good experience at this Peruvian restaurant. We tried the lomo salteado as our main dish and it was delicious, with great flavor and a generous portion. For appetizers we ordered pork chicharrón and calamari, both very well prepared and perfect for sharing. The atmosphere of the place is warm and pleasant. One thing I really liked is that the music is not too loud like in other restaurants, which makes it a perfect place to have a conversation while you eat. Also, the waitress was very attentive and friendly throughout our visit. Overall, it was a very pleasant experience and I would definitely come back. Tuvimos una muy buena experiencia en este restaurante peruano. Probamos el lomo salteado como plato fuerte y estaba delicioso, con muy buen sabor y una porción generosa. De entrada pedimos chicharrón de cerdo y calamares, ambos muy bien preparados y perfectos para compartir. El ambiente del lugar es cálido y agradable. Algo que me gustó mucho es que la música no está demasiado alta como en otros restaurantes, lo que hace que sea un lugar perfecto para conversar tranquilamente mientras comes. Además, la mesera fue muy atenta y amable durante toda nuestra visita. En general, una experiencia muy agradable que definitivamente repetiría

    Fried wonton
    Alan L.

    Rounding up to 5 stars We had a delicious meal. The chef started us with an outstanding fried dumpling. The Ribeye steak with an egg was flavorful. Everyone at the table was delighted with their entree. The room is well decorated, allowing you to forget that you're in downtown Rockville. The portions were generous and the staff were attentive and helpful.

    Picarones
    LoiLoi F.

    It was a sunny day and the beautiful restaurant looked too good than what it really was:( We had the Lomo Saltado, Ceviche, and a free dessert due to lack of precision. It was OK but definitely better out there.

    Samantha G.

    This is one of my favorite authentic peruvian places to eat. We usually get the combination, papa a la huancaina, and lomo saltado here. I've tried the chupe de camarones and that was delicious! Nothing beats a peruvian homemade meal but this is a close second. The staff there is very kind and attentive. I've been there on their slow and packed days and it's always great. The inside of the restaurant is awesome in itself, since it takes decor from Peru and merges it into the storefront and even inside! Would recommend this restaurant to anyone wanting to try peruvian food!

    Pisco Strawberry Smash
    Thi H.

    Peruvian cuisine is one of my favorite and I wanted to look for a new restaurant to try with my husband in Rockville. I found La Canela searching on google maps and it had over 400 reviews with a rating over 4 stars so we decided to give it a try for date night. We came for dinner on a Saturday night around 6:30PM. The restaurant wasn't busy and we were seated right away. While waiting for our food, we received a complimentary snack to try from the chef. It was fish ceviche in what looked like a fried wonton and it was quite delicious! My husband ordered a Sierra Nevada IPA for drinks and I tried their Pisco Strawberry Smash. My drink was the right amount of strong and reminded me of a margarita without the salt rim. For dinner, I ordered the Fettuccini a la Huancaína and my husband ordered the Pollo Saltado. The lomo saltado in my dish was perfectly seasoned but the fettuccini was not what I expected. I love huancaína sauce but this was more on the cheeser side and very thick in consistency. Needless to say, I didn't finish the pasta portion on my dish. My husband said his pollo saltado was delicious. No complaints on his part about the food. Service was on the slower end of things. Although, we got seated very quickly - the waiters barely came around to check on us. It also seems, they all share the tables and we weren't assigned a specific waiter. We had to ask for our check twice. The first waitress never brought the check so I was able to flag down a second waiter and he brought it to us. All in all, the food and drinks were delicious and we would definitely come back to eat here again.

    Roberto M.

    Servesr were amazing very polite and professional i have the ceviche de pescado it was good the fish was lilttlebit too cold but it was good I had it with a glass of red wine then I ordered the grill octopus it wasn't cooked all the way through but it's ok I know they can do better in the kitchen....I will defanaly come back and give them a second chance because I love food....

    Complimentary ceviche wontons
    Nancy L.

    La Canela is a gem hidden in plain sight! Right in the heart of Rockville at Rockville Town Center. We were greeted with friendly faces. The server was delightful! He was super patient and knowledgeable. Gave us plenty of options and explained almost every dish for us. We originally asked if we could sit outside. They told us we could but the server warned us that there were a lot of mosquitoes out on the patio that afternoon. We really appreciated his honesty, decided to take his advice and stay inside. Shortly after, we received our extremely refreshing pitcher of sangria. It was filled to the brim, and was not full of ice like most places. My friends and I were able to get 5-6 glasses out of the pitcher. It was a perfect balance of wine and fruit without being too sweet. The owner brought us an amuse bouche as we waited for our food. It was ceviche in a wonton, fried. That really set our palates for the delicious food to come. We got: Fried Calamari & Yucca As always, fried calamari is always delicious. The yucca was soft like mashed potato on the inside and crispy on the outside. Served with an aioli and pickled red onions. Ceviche The fish was very fresh. Cut into perfect sized pieces to give you the best bite of fish. The leche de tigre was just milky enough to help cut the heat of the bits of rocoto pepper mixed. There is a bit of sweet potato and Peruvian corn to bite on if the spice and lime juice do get a little intense. Perfect balance of heat, acid, fat, and sweet in one dish. Whole fried fish Lightly seasoned with salt and fried crispy all the way around. Served with white rice, the delicious yucca from before, and lime wedges. This dish was really comforting for me. My parents would often serve whole friend fish with rice and lime juice for dinner when I was a kid. Biting into this really took me back. However, we used to share the whole fish as a family. I definitely enjoyed the remainder for lunch the next day. Aji de Gallina I love aji de gallina. This one was not as heavy as many I've had in the past. It was delightful! Served with white rice and garnished with olives and egg. The portion was also quite large, took it home to eat the next day as well. To sum it up, La Canela is a treasure and I haven't stopped thinking about it since that dinner. How could I? The service was impeccable; the sangria is the quintessential summer drink; the food was nothing less than perfect. I would recommend this spot to anyone who wants to try exemplary Peruvian cuisine.

    The crispy wanton amuse bouche.
    Joy B.

    Trying new things has never been my best virtue. But, I am sure glad I did last night. On the recommendation of a good friend, we went to La Canela. Beautifully decorated in old world European charm, this quaint restaurant has been tucked into a corner of Rockville Town Center. Our server, Irene, was par excellence! She was helpful with suggestions and gave us plenty of time to make up our minds. She had each round of dishes out on time and her sweet personality made the evening a pleasure. We started off with a complimentary stuffed wanton in a flavorful sauce. It was crispy and delicious. Next, for our appetizer, we had braised short ribs with yucca and pickled onions. I enjoyed the crisp yucca and pickled onions, but the short ribs were well done and dry. Then, we shared a ceviche. The ceviche was tasty and was packed with citrusy fish, tender and sweet potato, and these nuts that added the right amount of salt. I would order this again in a heartbeat. The main dish was grilled trout with jasmine rice and cooked lentils. The trout was beautifully grilled and was packed full of that smoky flavor. It was flaky and tender. The lentils came in a huge portion. They were tasty and cooked in a delicately seasoned sauce. I loved them. The jasmine rice was very good too. The end to a perfect meal, we shared a delicious custard like flan that melted in your mouth. The raspberry coulee was a fabulous addition to this dessert. Freshly made whipped cream and blueberries garnished this superb dessert. I am going to dream of this tonight. : ) Lesson learned tonight, take risks, listen to good friends, and you can find hidden gems, like La Canela!

    Beef

    We ordered one starter, the fried wonton is on the house, two main course. All the foods are delicious and yum yum. The waiter is nice and very welcoming. We spend good time there and would come back to try other dishes in the future.

    Chicharrón de Calamar

    Ambiance was delightful, service was friendly and food was amazing! We ordered 3 appetizers, entrees and desserts and everything was delicious. 10/10 would recommend

    Chicharrón de calamares and the ceviche mixto
    Mario P.

    We've been Rockville locals for a few years and we've walked by La Canela so many many times. My Peruvian cousin was in town for a few days and we committed ourselves to dine at La Canela. It was a great decision! The service was warm and welcoming... the place was packed with locals. We started with an order of ceviche and anticuchos (grilled beef heart), plus the chicharrón de calamares (fried calamari) - each were made to order and fresh! Additionally we ordered a round of pisco sours they were mixed expertly! For our entrees, we decided to order several items and share family style. We ordered the lomo saltado (beef stir fried with fries, onions, and tomatoes), aji de gallina, and seco a la norteña - era how came with a side of white rice. Lam dishes were delicious, those others thought the aji de gallina was supper i thought the standout was the seco a la norteña cause it was beef short rib stewed to perfection! I definitely recommend this restaurant in the Rockville town center! It's superb!

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    Great food and incredible service!!! The location is quiet and very peaceful. Would recommend this place to anyone!!!

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    Cheers to this black woman owned wine bar in Rockville Town Center. I had been hearing amazing…read morethings and decided to check them out for myself. I visted on a Tuesday so it wasn't too busy. I found reasonably priced metered parking right outside. There's also a nearby garage. Demi was a pleasure to chat with and learn more about this business. I liked the self-serve option for tasting and/or a full glass. I was impressed with the selection of wines. My fave was the Castella D'Alba (a red blend from Portugal). They offer charcuterie options. It's not a large space so if visiting with a group, reservations are recommended! I can't wait to visit again.

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