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    Picante

    4.7 (481 reviews)
    Open 10:30 am - 8:00 pm

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    Moderate noise
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    Good for groups

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    Chaufa with seafood
    Rose G.

    Amazing service and staff! We came at a busy time on a Saturday. We were greeted right away and all the ladies were just so friendly especially our server Nuvia. The food was delicious and flavorful! 10/10!

    Papa a la Huancaina
    Helen P.

    On our way home from an event, had a long drive, we were starving, yelped restaurants... this one came up... hmmm Peruvian food sounds great! The place is small, but full, they tell us we have to wait about 30 mins, they call us in about 15 mins later, wonderful! Love it when we get called before the expected time. We all got Lomo Salgado with either rice or linguine, because apparently that's what we were all craving. For appetizer we got papa à la huancaina, delicious and settled our hunger a bit. Food took some time, but don't mind if the food comes out hot... which it did! Yay! We all loved it, the green salsa was spicy and yummy and added so much flavor to our dishes. The service was great, friendly and attentive. We left happy, still tired, but satisfied! Delicious Peruvian food!

    We had the yuca fries, lamb and seafood rice. Delicious! The service was quite quick and friendly as well. We definitely will be returning with friends. Thank you!

    Lomo saltado Plaintains Chica morada
    Rana M.

    The food is perfectly made and tastes AMAAZZZINGG with the servers being fast with great service. I'm especially happy to have a local shop that sells chica morada (purple corn juice) And the restaurant it self is a comfy and lax environment so it's a treat to eat there. If you work or live in the area, 100% worth trying this place

    Jessica P.

    Was craving a lomo saltado and picante did not disappoint! Kinda pricey but satisfied my craving. The noodles in the green sauce were super flavorful and the meat was tender. I just wish they added more tomatoes and onions.

    Lomo Saltado
    Monty F.

    The food here is delicious . The portions are generous . The service and staff was great . Highly recommended!

    Ceviche de Pescado
    Lawrence P.

    What a fantastic Peruvian spot. Came here randomly for lunch. Ordered to go. Cute little restaurant in an unassuming plaza. There aren't many Peruvian sports in the area so I've had my eye on Picante for a while and I'm kicking myself for not coming sooner. Ceviche - husband got the ceviche and said it was ok. I think maybe he was looking for something with a little more punch in flavor but liked that it was well made and fresh. Papas - these were really good. Potatoes were cooked to perfection. Nice thick, creamy slices. The sauce good. Just the right amount of seasoning to not be overpowering. Really creamy. I could eat a whole plate to myself. Tellarin Verde con Lomo - the star of the show. First of all, the steak was packed with wok hey. You could really taste the smokiness, which is key, in my opinion. Onions and peppers were equally cooked well. The linguine with the pesto was chef's kiss. The pesto sauce was just right. Balanced and paired perfectly with the lomo. I so much prefer this to the fries. The aji verde sauce had a nice citrusy punch with good heat. The spiciness doesn't linger, which is perfect. Really acts as the perfect brightness to cut through the rich meat and starch. Defiantly my new go-to Peruvian spot going forward. Everything we had here was amazing, though there's a lot more on the menu I'm looking forward to trying.

    Breanna C.

    If you want authentic, made to order Peruvian place you must try Picante. Its a little hole in the wall, but when you walk inside your welcomed with friendliness and simplicity. I typically go for the lomo saltado with plantains, yucca, and I get their little cookies to go. They do have a ceviche trio plate this is a burst of freshness in your mouth. I will say their price point is a bit high and keeps increasing it seems so I knocked off a star for that. Its hard to find consistently good Peruvian food but this one hits every time.

    So much goodness
    Melissa S.

    This spot is honestly some of the best Peruvian food I've ever had. My girl ordered their pesto pasta with steak and I ordered the steak. Everything was so delicious. We came in at 8:30 and they closed at nine but they were so welcoming. We were the only ones on a Thursday night. The atmosphere is nice. I really liked the decor and the music. I ordered a passionfruit drink and also got Jores to go. This was the first time my girl ever tried Peruvian food and she loved it. She said multiple times she's coming back.

    Lomo plate
    Jackie R.

    Food was delicious and the everything tasted fresh. The service was speedy and the waitress was the sweetest. We will definitely come back!!

    Jenn L.

    Absolutely delicious service was great and friendly. Great vibe and very clean. A friend recommend Picante and she had so many positive things to say! There were four of us and we all decided to order a different dish so we can try different dishes. Our food was so delicious that we didn't want to share This place is definitely on my list to revisit when I'm in the area.

    Chaufa seafood
    Vera L.

    Peruvian food is always so flavorful! I ordered the Tallarin Saltado with beef and the seafood rice, chaufa Mariscos. The green sauce was good, but not the best compared to other peruvian restaurants. It's more on the spicy side but still good to have a bit added to the dishes. It came out quick and really hot- exactly how I like it!

    Lomo with Tallarin Verde
    Philip A.

    Had a great meal at Picante in Ontario -- a hidden gem if you're into Peruvian food with bold, vibrant flavors. I started with the Chicha Morada, and wow -- absolutely stunning. Super refreshing, not overly sweet, with that unique blend of purple corn, cinnamon, and fruit. Honestly one of the best I've had. The Ceviche de Pescado was another highlight -- super fresh fish, and the balance of acidity, texture, and flavor was spot on. The leche de tigre had just the right amount of citrusy kick without overwhelming the dish, and the mix of corn and sweet potato added great contrast. For the main, I had the Lomo con Tallarín Verde. The steak was tender and flavorful, and the green pasta sauce had that perfect creamy, herbal punch -- rich but not too heavy. It's a really satisfying combo of comfort and flavor. The space itself is casual and friendly, and service was attentive throughout the meal. I'll definitely be back to explore more of the menu -- the flavors here really stand out.

    Cebiche, aji de gallina and lomo saltado.

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    I tried a lot of Peruvian food and hands down the best Lomo-saltado I had! Omg meat was so tender and the flavor was the best!

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    Had a delicious lomo saltado. Steak was tender and juicy and so delicious.. tallarin verde also delicious. def recommend

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    The food is very tasty, I recommend the lomo saltado de res and the agua de maracuyá (passion fruit). Service is good.

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    Food is delicious....Place is always kept clean. Service is okay never rude, but also not friendly it's just meh

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    Best Peruvian food I've had locally. Service is ok, not very attentive. Nice decor, very cozy.

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    Great food, service. Great menu but a Repeated offender on the heart... it's addictive.

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    Delicious! Steak is very tender and tasty. Definitely recommend it; just ordered take out but I can't wait to actually dine there.

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    La comida súper rica. El mejor lomo saltado dentro de 50 millas, fácil. El servicio, estupendo Un 10/10.

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    Food was delicious! Serving sizes were sharable. Lomo saltado with the ají verde sauce was fire!

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    Beautiful establishment
    Beautiful establishment
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    A watery salad. The kitchen needs to buy a salad spinner. I'm not making this up.
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    Platanos, yuca frita, empanadas, red wine, and sangria.
    Platanos, yuca frita, empanadas, red wine, and sangria.
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