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    Pollo a La Brasa

    4.0 (49 reviews)
    InexpensiveSpanish, Peruvian
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    Delicious chicken + Yucca & best plantains ever
    Engrish T.

    This place is an absolute gem. The chicken was well seasoned, juicy and delicious. The yucca was perfect, soft on the inside, crispy on the outside. But what blew me away were the plantains. They were the best I've ever had!! Loved that they were cut smaller to maximize caramelization. The photo is missing the other 3/4 of the chicken cuz they were on our plates. Can't wait to pick up my kiddo from JMU to come here again.

    Carne Asada

    Stopped by here during lunch time. The guy taking our order at the register was nice and helpful as it was our first time trying this place out. I got the carne asada and my niece got a quarter chicken with fries and yuca. My carne asada was ok but I felt like it lacked flavor. The beans and rice were just ok as well. My niece's chicken was really small, she ordered a quarter chicken but it was super tiny. I tried a piece and wish I had ordered that instead of the carne asada. The chicken was really flavorful. Don't know if I'd go back but if I did it would just be for the chicken.

    Pretty damn good chicken.
    Kino A.

    I was passing through Harrisonburg and I was in one of my cravings and this time for some Peruvian chicken and some yuka. Yelp to the rescue and it led me to this hidden gem. Apparently this used to be some other restaurant but this new one is a hole in the wall. The owner is this young man who was very friendly and approachable. He recommended to spice it up using a tabasco sauce on the white rice which gave the rice a kick. Their rotisserie chicken is seasoned perfectly. I ordered the half chicken and I ate it down to the bone, sucking each bone until the flavor was gone. Another favorite thing here is their GREEN SAUCE, which is homemade according to the owner. That green sauce is definitely spicy so beware. However the spiciness is like wasabi as it is hot for a little bit and then disappears ready for your next bite. The yuka satisfied my craving, crunchy on the outside and soft on the inside, not burnt; I devoured that as well. If you're looking for MOIST, TENDER DELICIOUS CHICKEN and perfectly cooked YUKA, I would recommend this FOODGASM spot.

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    If you're looking for a quality, unique Peruvian experience, COME HERE! Love bringing my friends and enjoying the great food

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    EXCELLENT Rotisserie Chicken! EVERYONE MUST TRY IT! Also, Love the sides - sweet plantains, Yucca, beans and rice.

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