Inka Mama's

26676 Portola Pkwy, Foothill Ranch
(949) 951-6262

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Haydee b. Lopez

Inka Mama’s is an absolute culinary treasure! 🇵🇪✨ Every dish bursts with authentic Peruvian flavor, beautifully presented and full of passion. From the tender Lomo Saltado to the perfectly seasoned ceviche, every bite takes you on a journey straight to Peru.

The atmosphere is cozy and inviting — perfect for a date night or a relaxing dinner with family and friends. The service is outstanding — warm smiles, attentive care, and genuine hospitality that makes you feel right at home.

Pair your meal with one of their signature cocktails or a fine glass of wine, and you’ll understand why everyone loves this place.

✨ Inka Mama’s is where tradition, flavor, and love meet in every plate. Truly unforgettable!

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Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Sarah D

We loved eating at this place but this may be our last time coming here. Server got our order wrong because she didn’t write it down and didn’t repeat the order. My husband ordered beef combinados but she gave us something else. I told her we ordered combinados partly because my husband wanted the beans. She asked if we wanted her to get us some beans and we said yes. Didn’t realize until after we got the check that we got charged $5 for a small side of beans. Ridiculous! You charged us for something that was supposed to come with the meal that we ordered and you messed up? The calamari frito was good (as always) but the chaufa combinado tasted different this time. It wasn’t as good as before. With what we experienced tonight, we might not be coming back anymore.

Service: 1

dhaval jogani

I really enjoyed the food and the service. It was perfect for lunch date.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Ali W

Inka Mamas is incredible! The food is always fresh, flavorful, and beautifully prepared. The jaleo was absolutely amazing — perfectly cooked, fresh, and bursting with taste. Every dish strikes the perfect balance of authentic Peruvian flavor and warm, home-style comfort. The lomo saltado is a must-try, and their ceviche is one of the best I’ve ever had. The staff is so friendly and welcoming, and the atmosphere makes you feel right at home. Whether dining in or ordering takeout, the quality never disappoints. Every visit is consistently excellent. Definitely one of my favorite spots and a true gem… ahh, don’t tell anyone it’s this good!

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 5

Service: 5

Abe Neto

Friendly staff, great service, fantastic food.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Linda Doyle

Food was delicious!! Very authentic

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 5

Service: 4

JimBug

Trying a fried egg on my rice this time. Stand by.

Update: With or without the egg is fine.

Atmosphere: 3

Food: 5

Service: 5

Andrew Pettus

Solid Peruvian food. Absolutely delicious. Spice levels are high and on point. I got the lamb stew, it was fantastic. They server Peruvian beer here too.

Labeless Casting

Food is Awful taste like leftovers. Told them saw we barley touched food still charged us

Shan Guo

We arrived at 12:30 PM, and there were still plenty of open tables—which made me briefly wonder if this branch lacked popularity. But as a first-timer trying Peruvian food, I was hopeful for a great experience.
The server brought complimentary bread—fluffy and warm—paired with a spicy green sauce. The owner (Mama herself!) explained it’s a house-made sauce blending cilantro, chili, onion, garlic, and cheese (plus other ingredients I couldn’t catch, haha). No water added, just pure flavor—perfect for dipping!
The menu had many unfamiliar ingredients, so we trusted Mama’s recommendations and ordered two House Specialties:
1. Arroz con Mariscos (Seafood Fried Rice) – $28.75
A Peruvian-style seafood paella, similar to Spanish paella but with unique spices. The rice was rich and flavorful, topped with a refreshing onion salad (mild, not spicy). Generous portions of mussels, shrimp, squid, and cod, plus green peas and carrots. The seasoning included aji amarillo (yellow chili paste), which added a subtle fruity sweetness—not spicy at all. We even spotted a familiar bay leaf!
2. Cabrito Norteño (Braised Goat) – $28.95
I’m usually allergic to goat, but my partner couldn’t resist ordering it. The dish arrived with a whole goat leg—tender, fall-off-the-bone meat braised with onions, cilantro, garlic, and Peruvian red wine. Served with beans, rice, and more onion salad. My partner devoured it (even gnawing on the bone—no fancy cutlery needed in a family meal!). A hearty dish, but worth it.
Kids’ Meal: Beef Rice Bowl – $11
A sizable portion of grilled beef over rice—zero veggies (no surprise, kids worldwide hate greens!). Our little one loved it

LI-Hseng Tai

The service is good but the food is on the salty side and the portion is not good given the amount you have to pay

Monica Degani

Delicious food, great service, and cute little family run restaurant .

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Saltados

Julia C

Place with excellent food and service.
The seasonings are great, everything is very well served.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Anna Estacio

Awsome dessert??

Scott Chaplin

Food was not as good as last time.

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 4

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Chaufa De Carne

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