Food was good. A little salty. Excellent service and ambience. Not a huge crowd which was great for a Friday night.

The family and I decided to lunch have lunch her for the first time on a Sunday afternoon. After becoming familiar with Peruvian food in the last few years with another local restaurants. Because we live the food there, we were excited to hear of another restaurant opening in the Sacramento area. After arriving we were happily greeted by the host, who also ended up being our server as well. Because we'd called and made reservations for my MIL's birthday, the staff were nice enough to adorn our seating area with balloons and flowers, which was a really nice touch. After looking g over the menu my family and aI ordered the following: Drinks & courses: Chicha Morada (Purple Corn Drink) Fried Plantains (Maduros) Fries Focaccia Bread Ceviche El Tacu Tacu de la Via Expresa Tallarin Saltado Nikkei Strawberry Cheesecake (birthday) Food was amazing! My partner and I love the purple corn Peruvian drink, so we had to start our lunch off with those. While also sharing an order order of the Plantains and Ceviche. I personally ordered the El Tacu Tacu de la Via Expresa, which was absolutelyamazing! The presentation alone was beautiful. A bed of ride adorned with steak, Chimichurri, and a sunny side up egg, along with Plantains plated alongside the main course. Our waiter aslo brought out traditional Peruvian style hats for all of us, to try on (if we chose) while we sang Happy Birthday to my MILk. Overall: Beautiful establishment, wonderful amd friendly staff, amazingly delicious food...you can't go wrong with Paititi! read more

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We stumbled upon this place after discovering that our original dinner destination was closed. Since I had never tried a Peruvian restaurant in Sacramento before, I was excited to give it a chance. The food presentation was beautiful, and the dishes themselves were packed with flavor. That said, I did find the prices a bit high for the portion sizes served. Located in the former Tropics bar space, they've done a great job transforming it into a more inviting dining destination with a warmer ambiance. While they've retained the bar TV's throughout the restaurant, it actually worked out perfectly for us since we were able to enjoy the World Cup while we ate. Our waitress offered a few recommendations, but they weren't particularly helpful, as she mostly repeated menu items without explaining what made them stand out or why she personally suggested them. Despite that, I would return to explore more of the menu. I passed on the empanadas and plantains this visit, and I'm definitely curious to try them the next time around. It was an enjoyable first experience with Peruvian cuisine in Sacramento, and I'd be interested to see how other dishes compare on a future visit. read more

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Maybe we went on an off day but we didn't have the best experience at this restaurant. We got the pollo al la brasa empanada for appetizer. And then for entrees we got the championes salteados and el pollo à la brasa. For the el pollo à la brasa they didn't have anything available except for the 1/4 white meat. We also had to wait almost 1 hour just to get our appetizer. We thought they had forgotten about the app cause it took forever. After we got that, we stil had to wait another 45mins for our entree. Our server didn't really check up on us at all. She forgot to bring us water so we had to ask 3x just to get water. We also had to flag her down to ask about our food and put our order in. The restaurant was not packed at that time so that is why we were a bit shocked on how long everything took. The ambiance was okay, nothing super special. We just didn't feel like this dinner was worth $70-80 we paid. read more

We went here for a friend's birthday for the first time, and I thought it was a good first experience! For appetizers, our group got the Yucca Fries as well as the Anticucho de Lomo Fino (Beef skewers). The skewers were amazing! The meat was so tender and perfectly seasoned. I thought the Yucca Fries were average. For my entree, I ordered the Lomo Saltado Pizza. I thought the crust was perfect (I hate when my crust gets soggy). The meat was tender as well, but the pizza was VERY salty; too salty to the point that I couldn't finish my entree, which was a shame, because everything was so good. My friend ordered the lomo saltado (not the pizza) as an entree and the meat was just as salty too, so not sure that went wrong there. Overall, service could have went better. I ordered a soda, and I had to ask for it multiple times, even though the waiter acknowledged he hadn't brought it yet. It also took some time for refills as well. read more

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Tried something new - never too old for that. Traditional Peruvian pork belly sandwich. The stack up was a bit much, so it took knife and fork to the meat, put both halves of the bun back together, and feasted. They were open to subbing steak fries for the sweet potato fries. Stellar service, spotless place, priced fairly. Winner! read more

Paititi Peruvian Bistro - Yes, that sandwich is easily 3-4 inches tall. Tasty garnish. Lovely presentation. - Peruvian Near Me - Sacramento, California

Delicious place! Ready to come back. The service was great even for a busy Saturday! Parking was a little more of a challenge but we're still able to find one close to the restaurant. Our waiter was so friendly and accommodating. The ceviche and lomo Saltado was excellent! I've been looking for a good ceviche place in Sacramento and this one hit the spot! We sat outside and it's a perfect place to vibe and enjoy the food and outdoor seating. read more

Came here on a Saturday afternoon for my first time trying Peruvian food. I ordered the lomo saltado, and it was absolutely delicious -- great flavor and really satisfying. The only downside was that it came out a bit cold. The presentation was nice, and the restaurant itself is really cute with a good vibe. The staff member who helped us was also super friendly and gave great recommendations, which I appreciated as a first-timer. Overall, a good experience, just wish the food had been served hotter! read more

Paititi Peruvian Bistro - Lomo saltado - Peruvian Near Me - Sacramento, California

Went here for dinner with a couple girlfriends, and we loved it! The food was flavorful and the drinks we got were also very good. We all agreed we would definitely be back. The service was great! read more

Paititi Peruvian Bistro - Lomo Saltado...delicious! - Peruvian Near Me - Sacramento, California

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Love this restaurant! There was great variety in their lunch menu, and my friends and I received quick service even for the number of people we had in our party. Arroz Chaufa Paititi: The presentation of this dish had already caught my eye, and every ingredient looked and tasted fresh. It was well-seasoned, and the dish felt hearty without being greasy. Anticucho de Lomo Fino: These were tender cuts of beef placed on a skewer, and they were nicely charred on the outside with a marinade that brought subtle smokiness! This was a great spot for something flavorful and delicious! read more

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Stopped by Paititi for a Sunday lunch with friends and had a great first visit. The space is casual, clean, and comfortable, with a window seat that made the experience even better. I ordered the Pollo a la Brasa my wife had the Pan con Chicharrón, and plantains. Portions were just right, everything tasted fresh, and the food came out quickly. The pollo was juicy and hearty and satisfying. Service was friendly, fast, and attentive without feeling rushed. Prices are in the $$ range and felt well worth it for the quality and experience. Would definitely come back. read more

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Yelp guided me to Paititi when I searched for "Hot and New" restaurant - thanks Yelp! Waiter from San Miguel, Peru was so warm and friendly. Started with Tequenos Del Chef - delicious but small sized (like an egg roll) for the price. Will definitely try the traditional empanadas next time. Gotta get plantains, of course. As expected. One well cooked plantain will cost you about $8. Lomo Saltado- perfectly cooked! Pollo- seasoned perfectly and the fries in a basket add to the presentation. Delish with the aji sauces! Pan con Chicharon- have had this at other restaurants, where the pork is shredded and fried to add crispiness and a more rendered fat. Paititi's version has huge chunks of pork belly with fat that could've been cooked a bit longer. Sweet potato fries were done well but will be passing on this next time. Sunday brunch crowd was tiny, but would come back to try out the dinner vibes with maybe a ceviche next time! read more

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Came here for my monthly link with my girls and I will definitely return. Haven't been to this location since it's was Pete's and I am pleasantly surprised by its new offering. The location is great for any restaurant and hopefully this place is able to last. The decor is amazing. Colorful and vibrant decor display the vibes for the restaurant. The food was full of flavors but I felt it missed the wow factor for me. I wanted a punch of flavor and got more of a love tap. It may have just been what I tried but I am definitely willing to come back again and try another menu offering. The place was pretty empty when we came and the service was top tier. My drink gave a great kick. read more

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Only open a few months and doing a great job! Super friendly staff and very tasty offerings but they have some things to works out. Complimentary bread was great with our Chicha Moradas. My date had the Loma Saltado. Fries separated in a basket left them a bit dry and slightly undercooked otherwise the dish was tasty. I got the EL TACU TACU DE LA VÍA EXPRESA, this was 100% delicious. It too had an op pies as it was missing chalaquita. Staff was very receptive to "do you want me to tell you it's good or would you really like ti know what we think?" They were very receptive and eager to make things right, we did accept and compensation, just accepted what we got. Their eagerness to correct the minor issues makes us want to return very soon. read more

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My friend and I have been wanting to try this place for awhile. This location has been many different restaurants over the years, and I really hope Paititi sticks around for a long, long time. The food is great and the service was excellent! For dinner, I had the arroz con mariscos a la norteña. I thought the price was fair for the portion size. To drink I tried the chicha morada sour. The server let me try the chicha morada (purple corn) juice. It's made in house, and the taste is hard to describe. It's not too sweet, and has a mild flavor. I thought it made a great mixer in the chicha morada sour. I told my husband about my experience and we are planning to come back soon. read more

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A 3.5 rating from us. My daughter & I had dinner the other nite. I soent time in Peru in early 80s, so excited to try. Each dish had its own distinct flavors. The Empanada Limena Aji De Gallina was lovely w/ mustardy dip sauce. The ceviche classico was different than any i had in Peru. Big chunks of fish & other vegies you mixed together yourself. We got medium & it needed bit more flavor. The papas rellenas were nice mashed potato stuffed with filling then deep fried. It was our favorite. Fried plantain nice & sweet so almost like desert. To drink--Strawberry- Mango Lemonade 1 Maracuya juice. Refreshing. 4-5 booths & also tables. A bit mire than we wanted to spend-- nearly $100 and no alcohol read more

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This was an amazing find! We noticed a new Peruvian restaurant on the corner and decided to give it a try. There were few customers when we got there and were immediately impressed by the decor, complete with beautiful Peruvian art and artifacts. We were seated quickly and our server, Hector, was very patient with us, answering all our questions about the menu and the ingredients. He brought our drinks, Chicha Morada, a purple corn drink, and Maracuya, a passion fruit drink. Both were really fresh and tasty! After sufficient time deliberating over the menu, I ordered the Cordero del Valle and my wife had El Tacu Tacu del al Via Expresa. When the dishes arrived, we were blown away by the presentations! Plating skills level 11! The lamb shank was very tender and flavorful and the sauces that it was cooked in and adorned the plate were truly delicious. For dessert we had Tres Leches de Lucuma, and while it was not the best tres leches I have had, it had a very distinctive flavor that was really enjoyable. Bottom line, we will definitely be back, because that menu has too many interesting flavor combinations that we want to try! read more

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The restaurant itself is beautifully decorated. The service was very attentive. Really liked that! Pan con Chicharrón 3/10 No pan con chicharrón should have mustard. With that, it had ALOT of mustard. There needs to be revision made with the recipe for it as the pork and salsa criollo was great. But killed it by drenching it in mustard. Pollo a La Brasa 9/10 The chicken had great flavor. It came with fries and salad which was also fresh and crisp. The portion of chicken is smaller but the flavors were there. read more

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This place was fine. Just fine. We showed up a little after they opened for lunch, only to find out they were already out of the two dishes we specifically came for. Huge pet peeve, especially after stalking the menu online beforehand like responsible foodies. Our server was genuinely nice and tried to help us find substitutes, but the food just didn't deliver. The aji de gallina empanadas were just ok, the clasico ceviche was fine but could've used a pinch more salt, and the pollo a la brasa was just...there. The acevichado was our least favorite. We couldn't figure out what was happening flavor wise and the texture was mushy, making it a one-and-done bite situation. Overall, it felt like we were paying more for the location than the food. The menu looked exciting, but when the stuff we want to try isn't available and what is available is just mid, it's hard to justify the price. Sucks because we love Peruvian food but this place just didn't hit that craving. read more

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The coziness belies the relative newness of this spot downtown. Service was friendly and attentive. We enjoyed our meal of Lomo Saltado and El Pollo a la Brasa with a side of beans; and recommend you don't miss out on either one. Everything was so delicious, including the salsa served with the Saltado. On the way out, we learned that Paititi is owned by the same people who run the Peruvian place on Douglas Blvd, La Huaca, which is a favorite. Highly recommend! read more

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Excited about this new restaurant- and it did not disappoint! The food was delicious, and we are eager to try more adventurous things on our return. Service was very attentive (maybe too attentive!) and the decor/ambiance is really nice. The place used to be a pizza parlor, and you can't even tell. We had the 1/4 chicken and a stake plate, which were both lovely. The chicken was delicious and moist. The steak wasn't as flavorful but the rice underneath it was unique and delicious. I also ordered a side of the fried rice, which was very tasty as well. I loved the "purple drink" - it was refreshing and not overly sweet. Finally, the dessert (I didn't take a picture so here's the menu item) was probably one of my favorite desserts ever. So good! read more

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I highly recommend trying the lomo fino skewer and the chicha morada pisco sour. The service was very friendly and attentive. It was decorated inside for Valentine's day and it is spacious and clean with lots of tables. I will definitely be back and I hope people give this place a chance! read more

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Excellent Peruvian food with cozy and cultural ambiance. The Tacu Tacu was delicious and blended an exotic variety of spices, which was brand new to me. Portions were generous and could be split with 2 people. The steak was tasty and featured plantains on the side to give a nice fruity contrast. Attentive and accommodating service as well. The taste reminds me of a fusion of Asian and Spanish delicacy. Will be back for more exotic Peruvian dining. read more

The food and service were fantastic! However, the portion size and price are a bit much. It feels like you're paying too much for what you're getting. But the food is definitely delicious and worth trying. read more

The food was amazing. The menu was difficult for me to understand exactly what each dish was. Our waitress was exceptionally outstanding and patient. She took the time to answer all our question and explain each of the items we were interested. We all loved what we ordered and the food was AMAZING!!!! I will be going back! read more

Paititi Peruvian Bistro - Pescado a Lo Macho Norteno - Peruvian Near Me - Sacramento, California

Service was not great. Was barely greeted when we walked in. Needs improvement. Food was good and made up for the bad service. The ambiance was a bit dead. I might come back but hopefully service improves. read more

Don't sleep on this gem. This corner has been many things, a Steve's, Tropics, etc. Paititi Peruvian is the best it's been. We came on a Tuesday and were stunned with all the delicious sounding menu items. We had the Lomo saltado (beef) and Pollo a la Brasa (chicken) empanadas, platanos and the El Nuro ceviche. The empanadas were delicious, hot, crispy, flaky and well seasoned. The fried plantains were delicious. However, the El Nuro ceviche was out of this world. The fish was melt in your mouth. The shrimp and calamari were good too. Trying different kinds of Peruvian corn was interesting as well. Some of the best ceviche I've had anywhere. We were the only diners at 6pm but a couple more tables came in. Apparently they haven't been getting much business and the owner has been cutting hours/closing early. That's such a shame because the food is that good. Go in, go early, go often and eat well. And yes, no pictures because I was hungry and the food was too good to stop eating! Take my word! read more

Salty and over priced. Seven of us sat down for some bubbles and a late dinner, and I was not surprised with the food, I just could not make out the menu without reading glasses. The meals were typical entrees with Peruvian names. My crema de champinones was almost 23 dollars for a mushroom soup - nothing out of the ordinary - no special mushrooms, just a lot of croutons. I asked for a side of soup but was told that I could only have the larger (more expensive) size. Soup was good. My entree - Tallarines verdes Bistec, was: Spaghetti noodles w/ pesto with a beef steak. My medium-rare steak was med and sliced into a few fatty strips over pesto noodles - not a spinach/pesto/green sauce mix. The dishes were also flavored with too much salt for some of the group. If I were not with a crowd of friends, I would have sent both back This was not my first try of Peruvian cuisine, but it was my first disappointment. Maybe I should of stuck to a ceviche dish.... read more

Finally some good Peruvian food in Sacramento!! This is such a cute place. Really great selection of Peruvian food on the menu. We ordered a little bit of everything. Our group tried the yuca, papa rellena, ceviche, cancha (my favorite), seafood fettuccini, salmon, steak with tacu tacu, chocolate cake, lucuma ice cream, all washed down with a few pisco sours, chicha morada and inka kola. Service was very attentive and quick, great ambiance and music. I will most definitely be bringing my Peruvian dad back here to try everything. Please come support this great Peruvian restaurant! read more

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The food was okay. I prefer their other restaurant (I believe they have the same owners) La Huaca in Roseville. Also I did not like the AI art on the walls, especially considering the price of the food, I would expect the atmosphere to be more classy. read more

Excellent food and service- everyone really enjoyed everything. Everyone in my party told me they would like to go back.

I had the pleasure of dining at Paititi tonight, two weeks after their opening....I can confidently say it's already a standout!! From the moment we made reservations on the phone, the warmth of the staff set the tone for the entire experience. Their attentiveness wasn't just professional...it felt genuinely welcoming and caring! Every bite spoke to both authenticity and care in preparation. We were a group of eleven and all of our dishes were spectacular! I'm already looking forward to my next visit!!! read more

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I am from Peru, and I would say that if this is your first experience trying Peruvian food, you will be deeply disappointed. The food had no flavor, the texture of the ceviche and leche de tigre was odd, and the fish was overcooked. My husband, who is not picky at all, said: "If this were my first time eating this and I didn't know how it was supposed to taste, I would never eat Peruvian food again." I normally don't leave reviews, but this is my culture, and I wouldn't want people who are unfamiliar with how great our food truly is to leave without wanting to try Peruvian food again. The service was kind, but they don't have enough staff on Saturdays, so everything was very slow. They definitely take their time. The restaurant is in a great location, and it is really cute, but I would NEVER go back to a place just because of the way it looks if the food is not worth my money. read more

I stopped by for just a small lunch--rice and plantain. Green rice is absolutely delicious. I was the only one in the restaurant and got great service. read more

Paititi Peruvian Bistro - Rice, plantains - Peruvian Near Me - Sacramento, California

Safe to say that I enjoyed this spot. The service is great, ambiance is fun and culturally robust, location is good, and the food is tasty. Pricing is moderate. About the food: my party and I got the Anticucho De Lomo Fino - super tender and the sauce was just fantastic. We also had the wings - these were just okay, but the real winner was the skewers order. I'd definitely go back if craving Peruvian food again. read more

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As I bop around and try new things, I am usually seeking an exceptional experience. This restaurant took me further than I thought. The atmosphere was inviting and cultural. Our waiter, Hector, was not only patient, but he was also generous with information about the food and culture. He went out of his way to introduce us to more of the smaller details that expand the tasting experience. I had El Tacu Tacu del al Via Expresa. The plating looked like something out of a fine dining magazine. The flavor was even more impressive. I can honestly say that this meal made a new compartment in my brain. The lamb shank was so amazing that I will never look at Midtown Sacramento the same again. Even if you don't order the lamb shank, the service and ambiance will be memorable and worth it. You are welcome. read more

Thought I'd wait until I tried more dishes before writing my review, but we keep ordering the same thing because it's so tasty! I definitely recommend the 1/2 chicken and the arroz chaufa (very similar to Chinese fried rice and a bit fancied up). The gallina empanadas were outstanding as are the yucas rellenas. They are always served with sauce for dipping--each dish with its own unique sauce. Staff is friendly and helpful. Love that they have a patio space. read more

Authenic peruvian food! Delicious place for a dinner. Highly recommend El Lomo Saltado

If I could give zero stars I would. Our first time here was about a month ago and that was about a month after they opened. I always like to give a new restaurant a few weeks to shake things out. I've worked in food service in my younger years and ran the kitchen of a French Cafe and dinner house. So, I understand things don't always go as planned. Our 1st experience with Paititi wasn't great, service was slow and they forgot our appetizer. But not that big of a deal. The food was different than I expected, I've not had Peruvian food before and that's part of the experience. I had the salmon on a corn cake. Salmon was good, corn cake was an odd texture. But may have just been my inexperience with the culture of the food. We talked about our experience and agreed we should try it again. Our 2nd visit to Paititi: We arrived a bit before 8pm on Friday Nov. 21st. The restaurant wasn't busy, like during our 1st visit. The waiter seated us and took our drink order we all asked for water and we also ordered an appetizer of the empanadas. They were good and the dipping sauce was very nice. Then we waited.... No one came back to check on us, fill our waters, or tell us that anything was delayed. We kept waiting, at this point we were a few minutes shy of waiting for an hour. Again, there were probably less than twelve customers in the whole place. My husband finally flagged down a waiter and asked about our food, his reply was... "we make everything fresh" and our food would be out shortly. Again we waited for another 10 to 15 minutes and finally we got up and left. We left cash on the table for our appetizer and walked out. The staff didn't seem to care, notice or anything. We won't be coming back to this place or recommending it to friends that have asked. This place will soon be gone. Mediocre over priced food and bad service. Good riddance!!! Friends have recommended Chicha Peruvian Kitchen at 16th & O street. Give that one a try and save your money. Maybe I'll see you there. Cheers..... read more

The service at Paititi is great! Friendly, fast and so accommodating. I ordered the Tallerines Verdes con Bistec and it was ok. The dish needs more basil and some more salt to taste. I've never had it with mayonnaise and asparagus but it complimented the dish overall. When I'm back in the area ill come back to try more dishes. The setting is very tranquil with pan flute music from the Andes with a low light setting. Overall, I recommend this restaurant and hope it becomes big. read more

Paititi Peruvian Bistro - In this picture is the tallarines verdes de Paititi - Peruvian Near Me - Sacramento, California