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Loli Farms

4.7 (191 reviews)
Open 11:00 am - 9:00 pm

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Outdoor seating

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Quarter chicken--don't let the photo fool you, that chicken was juicy!
Belinda T.

Woah, I read some article about Loli Farms being one of the best rotisserie chickens in the city and not gonna lie, I was mildly skeptical. Have heard lots of other rotisserie chickens being touted as "one of the best" and they wind up being dry or just okay. Today, I came here on the way home to try it out and I'm so glad I did. The chicken is AMAZING--smoky, juicy, and tender without being overbrined or overcooked. Even the breast meat, after sitting in a hot container for 45 minutes, was delicious. The chicken travels well (fries do not of course) and I'm definitely getting delivery for lazy weeknight dinners. All of the staff were very friendly and helpful, even when I asked about their drinks cause I couldn't find a menu for it. The passionfruit is quite tart but so flavorful! I loved the chincha morada. I'm not familiar enough with Peruvian food to speak on authenticity but this was just GOOD food. Got a side of fried plantains and garlic fries--plantains are perfectly caramelized on the outside, yummy! Garlic fries are VERY garlicky and the fries themselves are on the softer side, kind of like Wing Stop fries. This was my first time here and the parking situation was quite interesting--no parking lines, try not to block others in, a real parking free for all. There's maybe 6 tables inside and another 4-5 in a covered patio outside.

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mare r.

We absolutely love Peruvian Apollo à la brasa so when we discovered Lolis existed nearby we just had to try it. Boy were we impressed! The location is not the most convenient and parking is a bit tricky which requires patience but it was all worth it. Such amazing flavor! It was packed during the lunch hour which says a lot. Tar shared the lomo saltado sandwich (which we didn't realize was a sandwich. Interesting but it worked). We also shared a half chicken meal. We left quite full and happy. Had the cucumber salad side along w garlic fries. Everything FRESH. Sauces are bottles self served from the fridge. So are utensils and plates. We loved it all. Shall return ASAP!

Derek W.

I'm usually in California at least 2+ times a week as it's my regular route into the office. This building was formerly a mini mart and sat vacant for quite some time. Then remodeling took place and Loli Farms was born. Took us a while before we walked in to try as we had no idea what they served until it popped up as a recommendation. Have never had Peruvian rotisserie chicken until the day we tried it. The chicken was moist and certain parts of it were very well seasoned (a bit too much on the wings). The portion was more than enough for my wife to share plus enough for a chicken salad the next day (we ordered a whole chicken). Sauces that were provided were both tasty but I did prefer the green. Wasn't a huge fan of the fried yucca as certain pieces were tough. The fried plantains were good but wished it was a tad bit sweeter. Would head back as the food was good but would elect for different sides.

The counter where they assemble orders.
James L.

Loli Farms is a Peruvian restaurant that also sells a little kitchen staples, snacks and drinks. There is no signage at all so if it's your first time, use GPS. There's a small parking lot but can fill up quickly. There's also street parking. They've been here for about a year and is the more casual sister restaurant of Bodegón No.69, also in Pasadena about 10 minutes away. Once inside, grab a menu or look on the monitor to decide. Paper menu is better because the monitor has a glare and rotates the images often. Everything is self service. Order and pick up at the counter. Self service sauces or drinks in the large cooler towards the back, and even bus your own tables. Seating is first come, first serve. Even though there is also outdoor seating, it can all fill up at times. They're known for their roasted chicken, so that's what we ordered. A whole chicken with two sides: mashed potatoes that has the roasted chicken drippings poured over it and plantains. The chicken was full of flavor, juicy and worked great with the green sauce. We also got the Salchipapas, which is basically french fries sliced sausage covered with various sauces. It's not bad, but not great and feels like something I can make at home. But the highlight is no doubt the chicken. There wasn't much service, but the interaction with the staff was pleasant. They all seem very nice with a friendly smiles. Tip: many people grabbed a 2 L bottle of the Inca cola from the cooler. It's a Peruvian soda and for someone who does not drink sodas, this is pretty damn good if you like it these can also be found in Mexican markets probably for a cheaper price. All of the snacks or kitchen staples sold here do not have a price listed. So you can either ask or be a Baller and just buy it. The consensus is accurate. Their chicken is awesome. A 4 1/2 star rounded up to 5.

Chicken Sandwich with fries
Kristy H.

Finally tried Loli Farms after seeing it on Instagram, and it's such a cute little place! The inside is very warm and welcoming, and the staff is super friendly and helpful. We got the chicken sandwich and the 1/4 chicken. The chicken sandwich is loaded with a lot of meat and very filling. The 1/4 chicken is seasoned very well, and I also really liked the plantains. You can find green sauce and white sauce in the fridges on the side too. Overall, very tasty! Note that parking might be difficult, though you can park in front of the store on the driveway/lot. Also, the bathroom is outside and needs a code.

1/2 chicken with garlic fries and yucca fritta
John T.

Background On Visit: Long story short, I mistaken this place for Pie and Burger. We were standing in line for about 10 minutes before I asked the couple ahead of us how the food was and what would they recommend. The wife told us that the rotisserie chicken was very good and that we should get the fried yuca frita and the coleslaw. After listening to her, we realized that we went to the wrong place. After waiting that long, we felt committed and decided to patronize the shop. Credit Cards: They're accepted. Restroom: There's no restroom Wait Time: Wait can be long. Took about 45 minutes to get inside to order, find a seat, and receive our food. Location/Parking: Located on the NE corner of. Parking can be found in the shared parking lot with Pie and Burger. You can also park along California Blvd. or on S. Lake Ave.. Ambiance/Decor: It was kinda chaotic, but get's alright after you find a table to enjoy your food. Tables are communal so you'll be sitting with other people that you don't know. There's also a outdoor patio, but there's more seating than tables. Service: Not much service, but staffer behind the register was nice and patient. Food took a while, but it was acceptable due to how busy it was. Food Of Choice: Decided on the 1/2 Chicken Pollo A La Brasa, which was quite moist and tender even though the skin was pretty salty. It also came with your choice of two sides (mashpotatoes, yucca frita, white rice, platino frito, canary beans, cole slaw, garlic fries, and sweet potato). Decided on the garlic fries and yucca frita (fried cassava). The sides were very good and I really had a fun time dipping/dunking them in the cilantro and aji verde sauce. :) Loli Farms For Thought: I wouldn't mind coming back to eat more chicken. I'll consider ordering to go next time.

Salchipapas
Victoria L.

My friends and I decided on meeting up for dinner and we chose this spot. It is almost cafeteria set up as far as seating. It smells delicious when walking in. I ordered the salchipapas that had the combination of beef and pork sausage and it had their secret sauce, mustard, and ketchup. I can tell when sausages are not fresh because I usually get sick. I was totally fine and it had the snap. It was a great order to finish off the day. My friends got the chicken dinner and pork sandwich and we all finished out food. It was a good meal to catch up on life. The cashiers were super friendly and quick to clean up as well. It is a very clean space and I would definitely want to come back. You should definitely give it a try.

Whole Chicken with a ladle of juices poured over it
Nadeen T.

My wife and I drove by and had to stop. The delicious rotisserie chicken aroma grabbed our dinner time hunger pangs. "Let's check it out!!" There was a line out the door with similar hungry neighbors, all more than willing to wait in anticipation. Once the rotisserie chicken is pulled out and cut into pieces, a ladle of juices are poured over and it is so delicious! The chicken is tender and juicy with amazing flavors and the Peruvian green sauce is one you will wish you had a bottle of at home! The sweet potato fries are yummy and good for you. The staff is very friendly and engaged. It's very cozy and casual inside with the good food / good company vibe. See ya next week!

Erica F.

I was craving for lomo saltado, and I found this place with greta yelp reviews. I parked in a public parking structure, and walked over. There was a short line when I got here. I love the decoration. It was very cultural. I found out they only have Lomo Salado sandwich, not the typical lomo Salado dish. I can order their signature chicken. I got the quarter chicken with fries. The traditional green and white sauce or self serve inside the fridge. Both sauces were pretty spicy to my tasting. The chicken was very tender and juicy, and it was well seasoned too. The fries was crispy. I would probably order their sweet potato fries next time. I will definitely come back again.

Half chicken with white rice and canary beans.
Ralph M.

I remembered when Loli Farms first opened. I walked in to learn about the restaurant after dining at Pie n Burger. The two restaurants are next to each other. That was about 8 months ago. Recently after a visit to Pie n Burger, my wife and I walked into Loli Farms to check out the business. It looked inviting and the aroma of rotisserie chicken was enticing. It wasn't crowded which didn't affect me one way or another. Today we were headed for Pie n Burger but as we walked by we decided to give Loli Farms a try. We were pleasantly surprised by the crowd already dining there and we waited in line to order. I had the half chicken and my wife the quarter chicken. We both chose white rice and canary beans for our sides. Luckily a table opened up and we settled in. Our food came promptly, no waiting and it was piping hot. The he beans and rice were better than I expected and a good choice. The chicken though was excellent, juicy and tender. The flavor from the spices was strong and penetrated the entire bird. We were immediately sold on this place. From the line that formed after we were seated, it's obvious that many other people in Pasadena are sold on Loli Farms. I told the young man who took our order that this was our first visit. He said the chicken is tender and you will love it. He was right. The chicken is tender and we loved it. It has to be popular due to their product and word of mouth because they don't have a sign out front. We will definitely be back and make the 20 minute drive because it's that good.

Victoria S.

If you like Peruvian chicken, this is the place. Small, friendly, delicious food. Juicy juicy chicken, season extremely well, excellent sides, and good bang for your buck. $18 for my combo of 1/2 chicken with two sides. Seated and parking a little limited so plan accordingly. Nice and quaint little place. 1/2 store 1/2 diner. In my opinion better than El Dorado Pollos a La Brasa. Just missing pickled onion.

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Yvonne B.

One of my new favorite spots in Pasadena! Loli Farms turned a corner street gas station into a hip chicken spot. I ordered the half chicken with a side of plantains and yucca fries. It smells heavenly here. The chickens are roasted in their oven in batches and cut fresh out of the oven. The seasoning is exquisite, but do try their different sauces, it makes all the difference. My friends and I loved trying their aqua frescos as well and there were a few flavors I haven't heard before. The parking lot is quite small but there's street parking available as well. I love the staff here, they are super friendly and check in on everyone. If you're looking for great service and food that impresses everyone, definitely check out this spot!

Whole oven full of rotisserie chickens!
Jennifer T.

There is no visible restaurant name on the outside. It's just a white building with not too many parking stalls. Late comers form multiple rows in front of the restaurant that may be blocking cars parked closer to the building. Inside the restaurant is bright and clean. Staff is friendly. You walk up the counter, place your order and wait till they call your name. Chicken is well seasoned with herbs and just right amount of salt. Perfectly cooked with juice dripping. They gave you both the green and yellow sauces. Green is pretty spicy for people that can't take too much heat. Yellow is not spicy but has mustard flavor. Portions of sweet potato fried and garlic fries that came with the chicken is very generous. It's our first time here for lunch, and we went back for dinner again!

1/2 chicken with coleslaw / plantains / garlic fries

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Good Peruvian chicken! Good sauce! Not the best I've tried but could be one of the best. There's a potential.

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This place is a legend in the making. Glorious rotisserie chicken impresses every time. I love this place. A+ service and ambiance.

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First time eating at a Peruvian restaurant and oh my goodness I loved it! We called a few hours…read morebefore for a reservation for 8 people on a Saturday night at 7:30pm and they had a spot for us. I believe they have seating in the back for larger parties! The portions are huge and I would recommend sharing if you're not so much of a heavy eater. We got the Milanesa de pollo which was bomb paired with the pesto pasta! Service was great, the servers knew their menu and ingredients so well. My friends ordered the ceviche which was delicious and one of their most popular! Our other friend ordered the lomo saltado which was great but just a little salty in my opinion. However, overall we loved it and would definitely be a place to recommend other friends to go to.

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First time visiting and it was a great experience. The location is beautiful with a really nice…read moreoutdoor area, the restrooms were clean which I always appreciate a big part of my score is always restroom maintenance. The food was amazing. The lomo had great flavor, the ceviche was incredible and the fried rice was also really good. Everything we tried was delicious. Service was great as well. Parking can be a little tricky since it's on a busy street, but it's definitely not something that should stop you from visiting. Peruvian is always a bit pricey I saw a lot of comments about price in other reviews but it's typical that ceviche would cost $20+ for a plate.

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WOW. I don't think I ever would've tried this place if it…read morewasn't for the SGV Passport! Our deal was Buy 1 or 2 Jamaican style meat patty, get 1 or 2 free! And I had to ask "What is a Jamaican Style Meat Patty"? and they told me it's like an empanada! But WOAH. It's much bigger than any empanada I've ever seen! The staff was super nice on the phone to me when they explained what it was and that we were able to turn the meat patty into a vegetarian friendly version - nice! They also had a vegetarian one! So we grabbed 2 and got 2 free then decided to also order their vegetarian curry because we thought the meat patties wouldn't be enough. But omg. It was more than enough! The meat patties were huge and thick! And so so so FLAVORFUL! When you come to their shop inside the food hall the shop looks unassuming, it's cluttered and doesn't really give me the excitement of wanting to order here but wow wow wow. Once we ate it we were like "we shouldn't have judged!" Once we dived into the curry we were just waaaay to full but the vegetarian curry was so good. Not as flavorful as the meat patty (should've had the curry first so our tastebuds wern't overwhelmed!" but still tasty nonetheless! It had so much chickpeas and the rice was pretty good! I think we're going to have to come back and try it again when we're in the area!

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I've had these photos sitting in my camera roll for quite some time, and I kept telling myself,…read more"I'll leave a review soon." When I finally logged into Yelp to do just that, I was genuinely saddened to see that this place has since closed. It honestly broke my heart, because this was one of those dining experiences that truly stayed with me. From the moment we arrived, the ambiance was stunning--beautiful rooftop vibes, warm energy, and a space that immediately made you feel like you were about to experience something special. The food itself was absolutely phenomenal. Every dish we tried was thoughtfully executed, beautifully plated, and bursting with flavor. You could taste the care, creativity, and intention behind each bite. The Peruvian inspiration throughout the menu was both authentic and elevated, striking the perfect balance between comfort and sophistication. One of the most memorable parts of the experience was the chef herself coming out to introduce herself. She was incredibly kind, welcoming, and passionate. You could tell she truly poured her heart into her food. She took the time to explain the inspiration behind the dishes, and it made the entire meal feel even more meaningful. That level of personal touch is rare and so appreciated. Looking back at these photos now just reminds me how special this place was. Delicious food, a talented and thoughtful chef, and an overall experience that left a lasting impression. It's such a shame this spot is no longer around, because it truly deserved all the love and recognition. If the chef ever opens another concept, I will absolutely be first in line. Thank you for such a memorable meal--this is one I won't forget.

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Rosty - Bread

Rosty

4.4(699 reviews)
4.1 miHighland Park
$$

We enjoyed the food and experience. We walked in early and were greeted and seated immediately. The…read moremusic was kind of loud. Dried bread and dipping sauces were brought while we perused the menu. Our food came quick. First was the chicken soup we ordered as an appetizer. It was delicious! Warning - the red salsa side dish is super hot. We tested it first, added a small splash, and loved it. Next was a sliced beef and marinated onion sandwich. It was well filled and really tasty, our favorite of the night. The green salsa that comes with it is a perfect compliment - savory and spicy like a molé, but not too hot. We will order this again. Then came the beef heart, not a dish for everyone, but a personal favorite. Seasoned with a great dry rub and cooked on wood skewers, it was on par with the best yakitori I have ever had. What made it even better, however, were the sides. The hominy was perfectly chewy and seasoned. Mixed with the green salad, the potato chunks, and some of the green and white dipping sauces, well, it was an excellent compliment to the dense beefiness of the roasted heart chunks. OTOH, the salsa that comes with the beef heart, while full of chopped scallions and such, was far too sour for my taste. It was like pure lime juice. I tasted it and set it aside, only adding a few bits into my mix of sides. The final nice touch was the price. Total for three dishes was $40 before tax and tip. We will be back. The closest public parking lot is a couple blocks to the north, but we found a metered spot right out front. I didn't like that the meter needed a credit card or app, but that's the way things are going.

Never mind anything else the people are great and the place is fine . But the food ! Best Peruvian…read morethe side of town - Anticuchos perfectly tender and all the sides . Great ceviche of course . But don't miss the chicken ! What they're named for truly special and the best (non fried) in all NELA. We can't get enough of that perfect smoky stuff. Please the fries !! Yes these are not typically Peruano but so yum!!!

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