Peruvian Restaurants near Oakland, CA

“The food was amazing. The ceviche appetizer was fresh with delicious flavors, the mains as delicious. This is a darling little place with a very attentive staff. Parking was easy to find on College Ave. we will definitely be going back soon!!!“

“Great experience. The food is beautiful and delicious. As soon as you walk in you know you’re in for a treat as so much has been done to make this a beautiful space and the service is top notch. We had the Pave Potatoes to start which came out like a color sculpture with perfectly crispy edges and soft insides draped in a bright orange pepper sauce. The entrees were good sized portions, rich in flavor and plated well. Their Pisco sour was spot on and the Lucuma ice cream was a great way to finish the meal“

“Food is some of the best Peruvian home cooking I’ve ever had in the states and is a must try. The lomo saltado (steak and rice) and chaufa mariscos (seafood fried rice) were great. We highly recommend the goat and ceviche Classico. The chicha Moreno was not too sweet; just right. Their salsas were also super flavorful, but you may need to ask for them.“

“La comida authentica. The food is delicious, authentic, and the people working there put a lot of care into their drinks and dishes. For sure try the Anticuchos (beef), and the fried fish in the Jalea Bites was amazing too. It was all great. Have to check it out and will def go back.“

“First time there…food and drinks amazing.. will definitely go back..👍🏽“

“El Mono is absolutely fantastic. I took one bite and instantly fell in love with the dish I ordered (tallarin Saltado). Matt and the staff are absolutely wonderful and made it feel like a trully welcoming establishment. The truth is that I felt every bite warm my soul and made me feel more at ease. Being able to feel calm and enjoy such an amazing meal is something special, and El Mono is special!! something you have to experience.“

“Wide variety of Peruvian treats especially fried plantains and pisco chilcanos“

“El Rincón de Jorgito is a must in San Francisco if you’re craving authentic Peruvian food. From the moment you walk in, the service is warm and welcoming—like you’re being hosted by family.

And the food… wow. The ceviche is absolutely magical—fresh, bright, perfectly balanced, and packed with flavor. The lomo saltado is to die for: tender, savory, and cooked just right. And the causa is amazingly delicious—creamy, flavorful, and the kind of dish you keep talking about after you leave.

Simple, honest, unforgettable Peruvian food with great portions and genuinely kind service. Highly recommend! 🇵🇪🔥“

“MY BEST DINING EXPERIENCE IN SF SO FAR (and I have lived here for a year)!
The food was so tasty and authentic. The drinks were perfection. And the servers and bartender really are fantastic. They make you feel like you are part of the family!
We also had a celiac friend and they were so accommodating in making different modifications so that dishes could be gluten free!!“

“We hosted a happy hour at El Dorado during Dreamforce and had a great experience. The staff was the highlight—friendly, attentive, and incredibly helpful throughout the entire event. They made sure everything ran smoothly and our guests were well taken care of.

The private room worked perfectly for our group, and the location was convenient. A big thank you to the El Dorado team for taking such great care of us!“

“Fantastic Peruvian ceviches! Empanadas are delicious. 😋 A party of flavors in the mouth!“

“The staff was friendly and attentive, and the food was delicious. But the highlight of my visit was the fresh beignets. They were soft, fluffy, and melt-in-your-mouth good. Almost made you feel like you were in New Orleans. If you are looking for a place to enjoy a sweet treat in San Francisco, you should definitely check out Tugboat Sally’s.“

“The food is sooooo good and delicious with a very nice ambiance and atmosphere in their patio dining ..“

“Wow. Everything we ate here was fabulous and the cocktails were delicious. I especially loved how tasty and juicy the chicken chicharrones were.“

“La mejor comida peruana!!!! Delicioso sazón y excelente lugar Sus alfajores, una delicia 😋!“

“I rarely post reviews but had to chime in as this was such an outstanding experience with Lima Peruvian! I catered an event in my home and the food arrived on time, piping hot, carefully marked for ingredients and allergens and was just so delicious. I received countless compliments and requests from guests to find out where the food came from. The order included a mix of meat, meatless and vegan offerings that really hit the spot. In particular, the Loma Saltado, Aji de Gallina (Creamy Yellow Chicken), Seco de Pollo (Green Herb Chicken), Vegan Split Pea Amarillo and rice were outstanding. Thank you Lima Peruvian!“

“Food was so good. We are from Seattle and had no idea how Peruvian food was out here and we were pleasently surprised!“

“Awesome location, enjoy the view SFO skyline, good food & drinks...“