Run to this place! I have to tell you that people make all the difference with any dining experience. The people operating this place are just fantastic. Their spirits dance with kindness. Now the drink and food will make your belly dance with joy! I have ZERO complaints about this place; not even with the bathroom. I can't wait to visit again. read more

We were staying down the block from Molkajete and happened to notice their sign outside for happy hour. There are not a lot of options in the area, so we decided to stop in and grab a drink. [[HIGHLIGHT]]It's a tiny, blink and you miss it type of spot with a handful of tables and a small bar inside.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] We were greeted and offered to sit at the bar since we were just going to have drinks (we had just ate at another restaurant). The bartender was very friendly and conversational during our visit. At the recommendation of a local patron, we opted for the happy hour margaritas, tamarind and blackberry. They were both really refreshing, with the tamarind being a bit sweeter than the blackberry. The food smelled delicious, so it was kind of a bummer that we had already had dinner elsewhere. It's definitely a hidden gem in the neighborhood and worth checking out. read more

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We stopped by for a quick sit-down dinner on a Monday evening. While the space wasn't big or busy, service was quick. We ordered the Roasted Half Chicken ($18.72) and Lomo Saltado ($31.20). The chicken was good and filling, though some of the white meat was a bit bland. When I added the hot sauces and paired it with the Mexican rice and beans, it was perfect though. I'm not usually a rice or beans person, but this combination made the meal better. The lomo saltado is a classic Peruvian dish with tender steak, onions, and tomatoes. Usually I see this dish paired with fries, but they opted for chunks of potato instead next to a bed of rice. Overall, it was a delicious meal that was satisfying and fulfilling. Note that they offer cash and card prices. read more

Molkajete Restaurant & Bar - Lomo Saltado. - Mexican Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

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I was trying to find a Peruvian spot for my Peruvian friend and unfortunately this spot did not impress. Great service, but food was so so. The ceviche was sub par and my rice bowl with chicken was bland. The purple corn drink didn't do it either. Maybe I ordered the wrong thing. I'm willing to be proven wrong. read more

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Food portion was great! Flavor and seasoning was on point. Service was decent; the waitress was lovely though! She loaned us her pair of reading glasses since the menu was printed fairly small. [[HIGHLIGHT]]The place is cozy, great for date night.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] [[HIGHLIGHT]]We went on a Friday evening and there was live performance.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] The drinks could be improved a bit.... The ice cubes used were huge, and when taken out, we only had half a cup of juice, I suppose; def no alcohol in it at all. read more

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I really wanted to like Molkajete Restaurant and Bar, but unfortunately my experience was disappointing from start to finish. I ordered via Uber Eats and reached out to the restaurant privately to share my concerns before posting publicly, but I never received a response or any acknowledgment. My lomo saltado was extremely disappointing -- it arrived without the fries or potatoes, was overly sweet, and was cooked well-done even though I specifically requested medium. It was honestly inedible and I ended up throwing it away. The ceviche was just okay, but it was poorly packed -- the plantains were placed in the same container, leaving them soggy. The few that weren't soggy tasted stale. The only positive part of my order was the sangria, which was very good. Overall, I was truly disappointed by both the food quality and the lack of response from the restaurant. I won't be ordering from here again. read more

The breakfast burrito and the steak and eggs are delicious. tamarind and sangria on point. The guacamole was a good starting. read more

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Weekend service is slightly different than when I came the past two times. I wasn't allowed to order the chipotle casserole or fried rice without protein for some reason -- But the food is still delicious and an ample serving. Will make sure to come during week - perhaps-- next time read more

Molkajete Restaurant & Bar - Arroz chaufa de vegetales - Mexican Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

We went about a month ago on a friday night. The place was empty but we decided to give it a try. [[HIGHLIGHT]]Everything was great - the food, the drinks, the service and the ambiance.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] For drinks we ordered smoky paloma and a sangria. Both were very well made. Then we got a classic ceviche to share, which was also very tasty and with the right amount of spice. I got fish tacos as the main course, which i loved. My hubby got the roasted half chicken, which arrived with the side of rice and beans, as well as a salad. His chicken was a bit dry, but he ate most of it nevertheless. We will definitely come back! read more

Molkajete Restaurant & Bar - Smoky paloma and sangria - Mexican Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

Amazing Peruvian food! I had the pollo saltado y my friend has the roast chicken! The mojito was freshly made and so smooth! Service was excellent and attentive read more

Molkajete Restaurant & Bar - Mojito and Sangria! - Mexican Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

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[[HIGHLIGHT]]This restaurant was so cute and had amazing food.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] The staff was so friendly and very careful with our allergy specifications. They kept double checking and we really appreciated the care and felt safe to eat here. It also was really affordable for what you get. We will definitely be visiting more regularly! read more

This was one of my best dining experiences ever. The place is small/intimate so I would go here for a date or small party dinner. The ambiance overall is dimmed lighting and the music is at a perfect level. The bar is not huge but the flavors coming out of there are. I began with a glass of Savignon blanc that was paired with the Ceviche Classico which has sweet potatoes and white corn & fish this dish is full of flavor. I also got the Aguachile (green one) which had an amazing spice the avocado was a great touch and the freshness of both dishes was great. I then got the Sin palabra which is slightly spicy they burn an orange slice on top which also adds some flavor. My friend got the Cheese nacho's & added with chorizo they looked and smelled amazing. This dish is definitely big enough to share between 2 to 3 people. The Smoky Paloma sounded interesting, so I also got this drink and it was really good. I enjoy the presentation of the smoking skull on top very unique. The drink itself was good, It didn't have an overwhelming, smoky taste. The Enchilada Suixas which are chicken is just a beautiful dish the colors I mean it really made me want to eat chicken this night. My friend enjoyed it and said that it was a really good choice. Now I know I went a little crazy on the drinks, but right here these next three drinks are a must have the Pisko sour, Pisko sour passion fruit & the Pisko chicha sour my goodness it is not all the time that you go to a restaurant and the drinks are just as good. These drinks were all different when it came to flavor contrast however, there was literally not one that I did not enjoy. For myself, I ordered the Arros chaufa veg with shrimp this dish was also a great portion. It was fresh, flavorful, and, of course, beautifully presented. I also got a chance to try the Seafood Jalea which is the Top selling dish here, and I can absolutely see why it had fried Yuka,a soft shell crab, fried calamari, shrimp I mean it's really a great dish. If you want a variety get this!!!! Service is 10/10 they are very attentive and also help with choosing the perfect meal for your dining experience. read more

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The story of how Molkajete Restaurant & Bar started made me want to support them. Molkajete Restaurant & Bar reveals notable expertise. Each plate revealed new layers of flavor complexity. [[HIGHLIGHT]]This restaurant looks as good as it tastes.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] This spot gives you every reason to come by. read more

We ordered lomo soltado for us and beef quesadilla for our baby daughter at this restaurant. The beef was so dry and not fresh. The gravy doesn't taste like Lomo Saltado sauce in a typical Peruvian restaurant at all. One of the co-owners did respond to our feedback and provided us with a new dish, but the beef was still not edible. I would say the service was decent, and she is genuinely apologetic for the quality of food. To follow up, I didn't eat much and so I was fine but my husband had a stomach problem the night after we came back from the dinner. Initially, I was not planning to write the review given the good attitude from one of the owners, but I feel the responsibility to do so given its High review score and yet we have people food poisoned from the dish... read more

Molkajete Restaurant & Bar - Lomo Saltado - Mexican Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

Every compliment online describes something I noticed too. The food had good flavor but insufficient quantity. [[HIGHLIGHT]]The location feels good to be in.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] The staff anticipates needs before you ask. I encourage others to visit. read more

- good service - large portions - cool background music - good happy hour specials - strong drinks - can't wait to go back for brunch - alright ceviche - molkajete had a large variety of foods and is good for groups read more

Amazing restaurant with great craft cocktails! The have both Mexican and Peruvian fare and everything here is super fresh and delicious.

Their food preparation is excellent! This restaurant knows good food. All workers are notably kind and exceptionally welcoming. Main meals have fair prices, though a complete dinner becomes expensive. I'll be back at this place in no time! read more

Amazing staff. Amazing food & drink! What more could you ask for. Oh, prices, you ask? They are very reasonable! read more

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This is my first time having a Peruvian/latin food combo and hands down the best I've had in regard to freshness and flavorful taste. Definitely recommend especially with the brunch bottomless alcohol! read more

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definitely the best restaurant I have ever been to, the food is very delicious, very large portions, the drinks are all super delicious and refreshing, the staff is very attentive, the restaurant is very clean, I have eaten there many times, my favorite dish is the tacos of steak, also the desserts are all amazingly I 100% recommend this restaurant, I love everything about it, and I can't wait to come back for more! Thank you, molkajete restaurant read more

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#1: Main course was very good and guacamole was excellent. #2: [[HIGHLIGHT]]The atmosphere and design was very comfortable.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] #3: The staff was super accommodating and very nice. #4: The owner was one hell of a nice person and she cares to make sure you had a nice visit with a hell of a good meal. Thanks much appreciated read more

The food was really good, good service, [[HIGHLIGHT]]family friendly place to eat.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] My favorite drink was the tamarindo loco, I recommend it if you want to try something new! read more

This was our first time here. We ordered the nachos (delicious, nachos were very crunchy), Roasted Half Chicken, Molkajete (highly recommend) and Quesadillas. The entrees both came with a side of rice and beans. This was for 3 adults and we packed leftovers. read more

Molkajete Restaurant & Bar - Free Mango Margarita with Yelp check-in! - Mexican Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

The food is great and service even better - a local place to go in have an amazing margarita and fantastic meal after work!

Mucho rico. Wonderful and very well prepared food and drink. Very warm and friendly service!

This use to be a Peruvian restaurant and now is this mix of Mexican food and Peruvian food. So we decided to try it and we were very disappointed. Why? We wanted Chaufa Rice and their menu says it's $18 but they charged us $28 and it was not Chaufa rice. It was some sort of fusion of meat and a bad attempt of what they call Chaufa. So if you are ordering from this place, they prices on the flyer say one thing, the website another and the menu another and when we went to talk to them they just said "we'll tell our boss" Very disappointed read more

The staff were so welcoming and friendly, the restaurant is cozy and confortable. The only downside I would say the food was ok, it needs more flavor. read more

Food at molkajete was super tasty, and their service was on point. I like their ambiance and its location

Great place! Food is amazing! Along with the drinks! I had a great time here, also the staff is very friendly

Excellent service, the arroz chaufa was delicious and the happy hour drinks were really good.

Food was good but it needed salt overall it was ok. Will return to try it again . Ceviche and the Isco sour were very good.

Food was great , service excelent I recomend the food amazing I will back soon the drinks is incredible