El Pollo Kri-ollo

Very average food, the French fries were served soggy, the soup was ok, the beef in onions and tomatoes was fine. I am trying to figure out how it reviewed so high…

Great Peruvian food. Coronas little Gem.
The typical dishes are superior!
The rotisserie chicken is absolutely great.
I haven’t had the ceviche just yet but im sure its as good as the rest of the food ive tried.

Ambiance: Cozy, nice and spacious
Service: Fast, friendly and accurate
Food:
1. Lomo Saltado = very flavorful, juicy, beef perfectly cooked and seasoned, the rice and the juice mixed up create an exquisite mixture.
2. Pollo a la brasa (rotisserie chicken) = Chicken meat very moist, highly flavorful even in the bones, skin comes right off and the texture and taste of the meat overall is too delicious. Pour the spicy green sauce all over your chicken and you will have a flavor blast!
3. Jalea de Mariscos = an amazingly delicious mixture of battered seafood (shrimp, fish, calamari, mussels) with a savory and zesty touch of salsa criolla.
Portions are generous and prices ridiculously affordable. Give this place a try and you will be coming back very often :)
Overall this awesome Peruvian restaurant gets my solid

Get the Lomo with a side of the yellow sauce and pour it all over, goodness.
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This update was prompted for a multitude of reasons, but the best one is, our continuing enjoyment of their cuisine, and our continued discoveries on the menu. They have gone through the rigors of opening a new business and have met and exceeded our expectations.
The owners, Maritza and Miguel, a couple from Peru, are solely responsible for the kitchen and cuisine. They are the heart and soul of this restaurant and will bend over backwards to make you feel welcome and satisfied. They have recently added Idania as their warm and eager-​to-​please server. She is a welcome addition to an already successful business.
First and foremost, I come for the ceviche. I cannot eat here without ordering this.
It is made using Swai, a very non-​fishy white fish served in a wonderful cilantro/​chili/​sour orange juice marinade that chemically cooks the fish. I have been known to drink the marinade after already engorging myself on this dish. Shameful. Served with conchita, yam, yellow Peruvian corn, and plantain chips, it is something you simply must try. There is plenty for two or more to share, or for one as a complete, healthy meal.
The conchita is a traditional side dish, a Peruvian answer to popcorn, large kernel of corn that have been fried and salted. I am warning you, it is addictive.
They have a very great understanding of how to produce a beautiful rotisseried chicken, their signature dish, that is both flavorful and moist. Brining first makes it almost fool-​proof, then coating it with a lovely herbal paste (cilantro, oregano, lime???) and cooking it so slowly it doesn’t dare turn dry makes it perfect. They continually cook small batches throughout the day to ensure the best quality. Highly recommended. Avoid the disappointment: call ahead to make sure there is some ready for you. Or order something different… not a bad idea either.
The chicken is served with a side of the most amazing fries. They are fresh cut, fried in a delicate oil to perfection, and lightly salted. You will find yourself having naughty thoughts about these fries, I guarantee.
If they have made some the day you come, please taste their green chicken and rice soup. It is rich and flavorful and tummy-​wonderful! The green-​ness is from the herb, cilantro, a welcome addition to any dish in my opinion.
And then there is the Tamale Peruano, a must try item, with a pork and egg filling encased in a moist, tender, flavorful masa (made with lard) that will have you scraping the plate. It is perfection, and they make them here from scratch. I would kill for these. This is served with a heap of Salsa de Criolla, a lime juice marinated onions/​tomato/​cilantro «salad».
We have had a great Lomo Saltado that came with those freshly cut and superbly fried potatoes. And the breaded beef steak, similar to a Milanesa, is very good, also offered with fries and rice.
Last but not least, I love their baked empanadas. Again, the pastry is made from scratch, slightly sweet, and melt-​in-​your-​mouth tender. The ground beef filling is brilliant with its rich complex flavors of raisins, hard boiled egg, herbs and onions. We have not tried the chicken filling. Never could get past the beef. But, please avoid disappointment. You MUST order a day ahead. These are made to order, no extras in the freezer. You will never go back to «the other guy» after tasting these.
Now, if this doesn’t excite you enough, here is my last tip. Try their authentic cold beverages. There are two that are made in-​house and they are exceptional. The Chicha Morada (a purple corn, pineapple and (I am guessing) a clove brew that I swear tastes like Christmas in a cup) and the Maracuya (a passion fruit drink that is so perfect, you can really enjoy the pure taste of that marvelous fruit). So good, highly recommended, not too sweet, and neither the least bit weird.
We are very excited to have El Pollo Kri-​ollo in our neighborhood. I encourage you to come and experience some of the best, from the best.