Susan H.

We are fans of Pollo Peru. When all COVID-19 hell broke loose, we got to wondering if they are doing takeout and delivery. A visit to their website confirmed that they are doing so. I will point out that when you visit their website to look at their takeout and delivery menu, their homepage lists 4 entrees that they call "specials". My husband saw that and assumed that was all they were serving. When you see the specials, click on "menu" in the upper left hand side of the page and it will take you to a more extensive one. It was there that we found what we ended up ordering. We got their "family meal" because we could get more than one meal out of it. This dinner consists of 3 pieces of white meat and 3 pieces of dark meat. You also get 4 sides and pick which ones you want. We chose, for our sides, platanos (there is an upcharge for this item) black beans, rice and cole slaw. They give enough to feed 4-6 people. Also, they ask you if you want mild or spicy sauce. We chose mild but ended up with an assortment of both. They do their deliveries through Door Dash. The food came when we expected it to arrive. Much to our surprise, all the food was still warm when it arrived. I worried that the white meat chicken would be dried out but that wasn't the case. Although a few small parts of it were on the dried side, they weren't dry enough to require any sauce. My husband ate the dark meat and he really enjoyed it. The sides were also delicious. The platanos, as always, were our favorite. They were moist and sweet. The beans came with quite a bit of sauce but that was good when served over the rice. The cole slaw was also very pleasant and mildly flavored. Everything held up quite well when reheated the next day. Although, the white meat chicken did need some help from the mild sauce. We still had enough chicken leftover so we could make a later meal out of it. I shredded the leftover pieces and froze them for later use. In the end, while it isn't the same as dining in, it was all quite nicely done. We do plan to order from them again.

Place is a joke - ordered online and paid for extra sauces but didn't get them in my order. Went the next day to just redeem what I paid for and this clown insisted that I pay again...$1.57 or lose a customer forever. Advice to management - hire better employees The chicken also sucks and way overpriced.

Maria D.

Great food. First time trying it. They made it quick and the restaurant had a nice vibe. The workers were nice and provided good service.

Rebecca A.

Service was friendly and fast. We tried the yucca, beans and rice, and plantains. All the sides were very tasty. The chicken was tender but could use more seasoning and flavor from the charcoal cooking method. I would eat here again if in the neighborhood but would not travel out of my way.

I C.

1.5 Stars technically but I'll be nice and round up to 2. Here is my no-holds-barred, honest-to-goodness, down-and-dirty review of this Peruvian chicken joint that has been at this location for probably 10 years or more. Was one of the first Peruvian Chicken places in the area, ahead of the craze. And boy was it good, quality food, large portions, awesome white and green sauces and great low prices....THAT WAS THEN. This is now: Pros: * Combo meals are value-priced and THE WAY TO GO (see my menu pics) * Fried Yucca which we ordered crispy/well done was just that - came out piping hot and just the right crispiness * Convenient location - right in Home Depot parking lot with plenty of lot parking Sadly, that's where it ends. :( Cons: * Oh my - the SCRAWNIEST, SKIMPIEST, TINIEST whole birds I've ever seen. Wish I had taken a pic of the line of birds on the spit inside the oven - these birds are anemic! Which means the pieces are dinky (see my pic as proof - THEY ARE DINKY). A quarter chicken order wouldn't be enough to satisfy an adult much less the Hungry Man contractors and workers I see stopping in for lunch. Bet they all are sizing up to a half chicken meal (which is still not a lot of meat but, hand it to the business, a clever ploy...). * Party of 2 - ordered 1/2 chicken to share and asked about whether it came with sides. Server said no, everything is now a la carte - so we ordered a medium fried yucca, medium white rice, small fried plantains - server did NOT tell us we could save $$ (significant $$ in fact) by going with the Caribbean Combo and upsizing sides or ordering additional sides! NOT COOL. Because of this, I won't be back. * White rice was flavorless and super sticky (not fluffy) - so unappetizing. Would not recommend. * Green and White sauces USED TO BE SO GOOD. That was back in the day. What happened to the secret recipe!?! The white sauce tastes bland, no flavor! The green sauce is not spicy at all and has little flavor. * No fountain drinks - only cans and bottles - AND NO ICE! So if you're looking for an ice cold drink, if they just restocked the refrig case (what happened to us), you're SOL. Room temp drinks are what you get. * Interior of the restaurant could most definitely use a refresh! So old, tired....and unclean! The place is sooo uninviting, cold-feeling, dark and dingy. Tile floors are dirty. Windows are dirty. Walls are filthy with pieces of old food stuck to them if you look close at them (just don't). Even the black chair rail along the wall has caked on oil and dirt coating them. Ewwwww... High top tables are small squares not even big enough to hold 2 people's meals. Honestly, you walk in, look around and just don't feel like staying. Bottom line, even with the combo pricing admittedly being the best meal deal, all things considered for the overall dining experience including taste, flavor and quality of the food itself, SO NOT WORTH IT. So disappointing - Pollo Peru used to be a go-to for me yearrrrrrs ago (way before covid) but our experience today just confirms that, even though it costs me more, SUPER CHICKEN RESTON (Reston Pkwy + Sunrise Valley Drive - not far down the road) IS A WAY BETTER VALUE. More flavorful and juicy chicken, bigger, more plump and meaty birds, better/more generous portion sizes for sides (and a wider sides selection), AMAZINGLY FLAVORFUL WHITE AND GREEN SAUCES and a much more pleasant, immaculately clean interior with inviting/comfortable seating. NO CONTEST. Try it and see for yourself. The only thing I can think of is that Polo Peru changed ownership somewhere along the lines and lost their way. The original owners kept the place up and really cared about the business and their customers (and it used to show!). I didn't see the same pride of ownership today - NOT EVEN CLOSE. A deeply neglected business with lots to be desired. I get that covid took a huge toll on restaurants but now, as things start to turn around for them and considering the new challenge of inflation taking a huge bite out of our wallets, all that I experienced today was a losing formula for long term success....just mho. I'm sorry Pollo Peru - I think you've run your course.... :(

Amy T.

Hope this picture saves you money to spend it elsewhere more deserving. This is a half chicken (two legs) order. *spot me tiny finger for size*

Mark S.

Two weeks ago I was very pleased with the quality of the chicken in this place I only ordered Chichen (1/4) . yesterday I try the sides (fries and rice) unfortunately nor the chicken or the sides were fresh, of course today I have a stomachache, on top of that the service was 50% good , the cashier a young guy was fine , but the guy who give me the food was kind of rude plus give me my order in a used bag looking. Is sad in this days when these kind of business suffered the lack of business because the pandemic some employees/owners don't care about the quality of service and product .

Usually the best food from here but how does this pass inspection to be sold? Last time I ordered the Cubano meal and they forgot my rice and beans. Might have to start going to the Herndon location because the food is still top notch and it's my favorite Peruvian chicken.

Andrew C.

Located right next to Home Depot. Parking is a bit tight with the multiple businesses bunched together and it being lunch rush. I tried this place based on a recommendation from a co-worker who lives in the area. I'm up for the challenge. So, I came here during lunch, the line was to the door (very popular place I must say). I ordered the 1/4 Chicken Leg + two sides (fries and rice), it was about $7.15 including tax. The chicken is fresh, constantly coming out of the oven. Very tender and not dry, whatsoever. Fries crispy, not burnt. Rice can use some more flavor. The spicy green sauce, thick and actually spicy; not watery like other places. I would come back here again. Good food, can't beat a full lunch meal for $7. Note, there is a sign, starting mid-June, orders will no longer be accepted via phone; however, online ordering will be available.

Amy S.

I am floored this restaurant doesn't gave better reviews. We literally drive from McLean to eat there. We LOVE the chicken, it has so much flavor and the skin is cooked perfectly. The portions are huge and the dark green sauce is as fresh as it gets. The dressing for the salad is absolutely one of our favorites. The yucca is perfectly fried and not overly dense. The restaurant itself is well run and very clean especially considering how busy they can get. If you haven't been, I strongly recommend a visit...and get extra green sauce :)

Aurore L.

Not bad for a Peruvian chicken place. I've come here in the past but the specials have changed a little since then. You now have to order all items separately but have the option to build your meal. Im not sure if this is new or maybe I just never noticed, being a purist and all, but Pollo Peru offers three melts now. You have the option after choosing your meat option to have it made Into one of three available melts. If you're a Peruvian chicken purist like me you still have the option to choose a couple of sides to accompany your cut of meat. You still have the option to do a quarter, or half or a whole chicken but i think there is more flexibility now since you can get half a chicken and get two legs like I did instead of a literal half of a chicken. I feel a little cheated now that sides are all sold separately but still love that they offer regular options that I've come to expect like plantains but additionally have exotic fare like yucca and sweet potato fries. Other slides include black beans, steak cut fries, fresh steamed veggies, a side salad and a mayo based Cole slaw. The plantains were not ripe which is why I gave 4 stars. I'd expect platanos maduros to be ripe and sweet but I've been here two days in a row and on both days they were half ripe and less sweet and harder than I like them. You can get a few complimentary small containers of the mold or spicy sauces. I had the mild which was a really tasty light mayo based sauce. The chicken on the other hand delivered. It was succulent, juicy, fall off the bone and well seasoned and just perfect with thin crispy brown skin. I don't foresee visiting again this week (two consecutive days seems like the start of an obsession) but I might come back again next week if I need a Peruvian pick me up.

Tanya A.

This was my first time trying this Peruvian chicken restaurant. I ordered the whole chicken meal which came with two large sides for carry out. I got the salad and fries. The chicken was actually cooked well not dry and over cooked like most of these type restaurants. The sides not do good. The French fries were horrible I can tell they cooked to many at a time causing they were greasy and hard. The salad was very basic (lettuce, shredded carrots, two grape tomatoes and two slices of cucumber). I upgraded the salad (at home) and threw the fries in the trash. I would only go back for the chicken at the convenient location.

Victoria L.

Decent but I'd rather drive another few minutes down the street to Waku Chicken. It wasn't juicy or had much flavor compared to Waku. It wasn't awful either, just thought it would be better! It was pretty busy when I got there for lunch time around 1pm but didn't expect any less. The lines went by pretty quick because another server hopped on (smart decision!). I have to say the sweet potato fries were delicious and hot out the oven. But who would think of getting sweet potato fries at a Peruvian joint. Me! And it was a great idea! The sweet potatoes are an extra .99 cents or something extra because its considered a special side. A normal side is fries, salad and beans I think for no extra charge but yucca, sweet potatoes and some others are extra. Good thing a check in gives you 10% off so technically the special side is free! I really don't understand why they can't give you an extra sauce, I mean its just one! I'm not asking for an extra bucket. And I believe its an extra $1 for 2, I mean really? I'll try it again because I like giving places second chances so I hope it's better than before! For now, I'll stick to Waku for only another few minute drive.