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.

Food was great. I ordered one drink: PISCO PAINKILLER and it was all foam, ice, and only 3-5 sips…read moreof the drink itself. Not worth it for only a few sips. It was cashless payment. I just saw my receipt and there are all these up charges: 1% service charge, 4% benefits surcharge, and another charge to use the cashless Sunday platform fee of $1.49, plus automatic gratuity, in case you didn't know and you tip on top of that. For the quinoa beet salad and a drink it was almost $60, not worth the meal but it was a cute rooftop place to try out.

This is the spot for authentic and great tasting Peruvian food in Hancock Park. Parking can be a…read morebit tricky and expect a line even during the week. It's better to come right around when they open to escape the lines. Doesn't matter when you come, people will come in drones to eat this delicious food. They do a tasty Lomo Saltado ($22.75) and the portion size is MASSIVE, it could easily be shared among two people. I ate the whole thing and immediately entered a food coma and my belly was smiling..I swear. They bring a complimentary hot dinner roll with butter before they bring you your dish. The green aji verde is spot on, it's spicy, but not overly spicy and it has great flavor. Prepare to cover your food with this delicious sauce. I will definitely be back for Lomo Saltado and to try other dishes. FYI, There's a 3.5% charge for using a credit card, so pay cash and a save a bit.

To start: Our server wasn't rude. Just absent. She did the…read moreminimum by taking our order and bringing our food- but never came by to check if we needed anything. And I mean she didn't come back at all. She was servicing everyone else around us, but us. Someone else noticed us looking around and ended up bringing the go box and our ticket. We paid $86 plus tip she didn't deserve for lomo saltado, pescado frito and shrimp cerviche. $100 for 2 people and couldn't even get a refill. I'm good with paying that price if the service reflected that. In conclusion food is good- but not good enough to pay the high prices and bad service.

Authentic!!!!…read more Excellent service, catered to 6 East Coasters. Open air, accessible inviting environment. Owner spoke about his Peruvian roots in Lima and that authenticity rang throughout the meal! If we could give 10 stars, this would be the place!!

YUMMMY tacos & best fries ever! Phenomenal service. I will definitely be back! I had carne asada &…read morechicken tacos, fries, passion fruit juice!

Great Peruvian Food, Generous Portions & Excellent Value…read more I recently visited this Peruvian restaurant just north of Downtown Los Angeles for a business lunch, and I was pleasantly impressed with the entire experience. The restaurant is spacious, comfortable, and has plenty of room to sit back and actually enjoy your meal. The menu offers a great selection, and the presentation of the food was excellent. Our waiter was also very friendly, attentive, and helpful, which made the experience even better. My friend ordered the 1/2 chicken combo, while I went with the rice, beef, chicken, and shrimp combo. Both dishes came out with generous portions, and everything was cooked very well. The food was flavorful, fresh, and honestly just a great representation of what you want from a Peruvian spot. What really stood out to me was the amount of food you get for the price. You definitely leave feeling like you got your money's worth, which is becoming harder to find these days. Overall, this is a solid spot for a business lunch, casual meal, or anytime you're looking for good Peruvian food with generous portions and reasonable prices. I would definitely come back and try more of the menu.

Amzing food and authenticity Space is good for families and…read morefriends. The customer service is on point

If you're on the fence about eating here...eat here! I was worried the portion sizes wouldn't be…read morebig enough, especially the ceviche. But there was so much to eat and it was all so flavorful. The ceviche classico is some of the best I've had in years. Lots of fish, tangy, incredible with the Peruvian corn and sweet potato fixins. Sandwich de lomito was chonky and saucy and hit the spot. Aguadito de pollo really tasted like a savory delicacy, tender chicken and a good deal at under $7 for a decent-sized cup. Overall, it's pricy but the dishes are delicious and thoughtfully made. Excited to eat some leftovers today.

I used to come here nearly weekly when I was working in the area years ago. It was a favorite…read morelunchtime mainstay in rotation. When I found myself here again, I revisited. The Peruvian food is still as good now as it was then. I ordered the Aquadito de Pollo which is a chicken soup with a distinct herbal flavor. There is plenty of tender chicken in the soup. It was a good start to my main which was Saltado de Pollo, my favorite. The dish was nicely prepared with a good ratio mix of chicken, onions, tomatoes, and French fries. It was not too salty at all. Rosty seems to make an exemplary Saltado de Pollo. The Chicha Morada was refreshing with the meal. I would return to Rosty if I am in the area again. Dining areas are comfortable with staff being friendly and efficient. The neighborhood looked gentrified with many other businesses in close proximity to explore. Street parking is usually available on the side streets if none is found in front of the restaurant.

Amazing healthy delicious chicken ever!!!! It is for real. Wellmade chicken the top of the LA, I…read morebet. I love side dishes too. To dine in, it is hot with smoke. So it is good for togo. There are small parking space. Service is very fast. Reasonable price!!

I had heard so many good things about Pollo a la Brasa, so I finally decided to give it a try…read moretoday. Starting with the positives: the food is delicious. I ordered the quarter chicken with rice and salad, and I was really impressed with the portion sizes. Everything was flavorful, comforting, and gave me the kind of authentic Latin food vibes that I love. The sauce was definitely the highlight for me--it was so good that I found myself adding it to every bite. The prices are also fantastic. For the quality and quantity of food you get, this place is truly a gem. That said, there were a couple of downsides. The restaurant itself is very small, with limited seating available. The customer service also wasn't the best during my visit. Since the dining area was completely full when we arrived, we decided to place our order to go. While we were waiting for our food, a table opened up, so we asked if we could sit down and eat there instead. We were told that because we had ordered our food to go, we were not allowed to sit in the restaurant. I found that a bit disappointing, especially since we had already paid for the same food as everyone else dining in. Overall, the food was excellent and definitely the reason I would come back. If I'm in the area and craving their chicken, I'd absolutely return--just with different expectations regarding the seating situation and service.

This place is one of the best meals I've had in LA in a while. Every dish was delicious- made with…read moreintention and incorporation of thoughtful and unique flavor combinations. The atmosphere though is super casual and a fun juxtaposition to the dishes that feel like fine dining. Every person that served us was also lovely, including the head chef that was behind the bar for most of our dinner, preparing and serving us food. The bartender there was also a pleasure to have as a server and while I overheard some other diners disappointed by the lack of alcoholic options, I could tell she took a lot of pride in the drinks she made and said she personally put a lot of thought into crafting a creative bar program without the alcohol. The "carajillo" and "margarita" were great. I definitely recommend coming for their happy hour and sitting at the bar. This place is a hidden gem and I'm surprised more people aren't talking about it. Parking was also not hard to find in the surrounding neighborhood.

Stumbled in here on a late sunday afternoon and had the most spectacular experience. It's the…read morelittle things I appreciate, the ceviche bowl being cold and the pie coming on a warm plate. Seeing the chefs in front of me cooking wasn't wasn't what i was expecting, i was just looking for a small appetizer after a walk around the park with my boyfriend. We were blown away. You have to try every hand roll, but the spicy tuna was the best spicy tuna handrolll I have ever had and that is my kryptonite . My boyfriend got the yellowtail with lemon grass ginger ceviche aioli and my oh my the flavors! I even met the women who made the massive pie that sits on the bar and tastes even better than it looks The chef shared that this is a timeless mix of japanese and peruvian cuisine , and gave us a little history lesson. Eating out is one of my favorite things to do and this was the highlight of my week. You must eat here! Thank you to the chef and Diego who made this sunday so special ! ALSO they have house made soy sauce best soy sauce i've ever tasted. These chefs are making magic here in echo park

Accidentally came on a busy mah jong event night so we couldn't sit outside like we had planned. Oh…read morewell, just means I got come back again soon! Food was fantastic across the board and I can't wait to try more.

I've always been curious about this spot and I'm so happy I got the chance to try their food. I had…read moreno idea the history or the name of this type of cuisine but a friend of mine told me that chifa (Peruvian and Chinese fusion) food is really popular in Peru. My friend and I shared the Lomo Saltado (filet mignon over a bed of rice with cherry tomato and onion with fries), Black Pepper Shrimp and siu mai. To drink I chose the Thai Basil Vanilla--almost like a Thai Vanilla iced latte! The Lomo Saltado was really good with rice. No notes here! The Black Pepper Shrimp was great too but had some heat, so not for someone who can't handle spicy especially on a hot summer day. I must say the prawns were huge! Super flavorful spices and went really well with the white rice. Siu Mai was great, kinda wished there were 4 instead of 3...had to be a bigger person and offer the last one to my friend haha! Now the decor was super cool. Loved the rich green velvet seating & the gold accent lighting fixtures. Although the seats weren't the comfiest, but it made a pretty IG photo ;) I shall return again, Chifa!

Lomo Saltado is probably in my top 3 favorite dishes in food. So much flavor. They make a decent…read moreLomo Saltado here, convenient for lunch, good service. The dining room has plenty of seating and televisions if you are going to eat here. Parking can be scarce if it's lunch hour due to a bustling group of neighboring businesses.

My family wanted to try some authentic peruvian food and my father mentioned trying this place out…read more After walking in at 7:10pm we were told we cannot dine in since they close at 8pm. This was the first time I've ever experienced this from a restaurant. I think not allowing you to dine in 50 min prior to closing is absurd, and I would be cautious of making a trip to this restaurant one hour before closing because you might not be able to eat your food fresh and only be given the option to carry out. Unbelievable. Thai food it is lol

Lonzo's consistently delivers an exceptional dining experience. I had the Peruvian pesto fettuccine…read morewith filet mignon, and it was absolutely amazing. The pasta was cooked perfectly, and the sauce itself was amazing as well. The steak was super tender and juicy alongside it. Lamb is also an option for that pasta, and I've had it before as well. It was just as amazing. Their lomo saltado is also amazing, and honestly their entire menu is full of great options. Everything I've tried here has been fantastic. They also serve bread with a verde sauce that was incredible on its own. Overall, the food here is consistently outstanding. Highly recommend.

Good restaurant for authentic Peruvian food, comfortable place and very friendly service…read more The Pisco Sour was on point and the food was very tasty and flavorful. I really recommend this establishment.