The Red Llama

A true hidden gem. This was some of the best service I have ever experienced outside of a true fine-dining setting. The staff—Bella, Tara, and Megan—were warm, personable, and genuinely enthusiastic, not only about the cuisine but about Peruvian culture and the history behind the food. From the moment we walked in, they made us feel welcomed and cared for, eager to share the flavors of Peru with us. They generously offered samples of house-made juices, a thoughtfully presented flight of sauces complete with names and flavor profiles, and even a sample of Peru’s national drink, the pisco sour. Dining here brought back powerful memories of my spouse’s time in Peru—the warmth, the hospitality, and that immediate feeling of being treated like family. She experienced complex flavors she hadn’t tasted in nearly 15 years, including the green Anticuchero sauce she has been searching for ever since. The traditional Peruvian dishes beautifully showcased the cuisine’s unique fusion with Chinese and broader Asian influences. Each dish delivered bold, layered flavors—fresh vegetables balanced perfectly with salty, sweet, spicy, and umami notes. As the perfect finishing touch, when we returned the following day with our family, the staff remembered us. Our table was set with a reservation card bearing our family name—an incredibly thoughtful and personal gesture we have rarely encountered. In short: come hungry, come smiling, and be prepared to leave happy after discovering flavors you didn’t even realize you were missing.

My family and I were looking forward to trying this place as we love Peruvian food. BIG disappointment! Do not try! To begin, The service was super slow, I had to ask different servers if they could take my order. It took them 25 minutes before someone took our drinks order. No apologies at all from the staff. Then we have the food, while portions are on the generous side, the taste was not genuine, it almost looked like there were one or two condiments that didn't really go with the traditional recipe (I know this because I amfrom Peru). We ordered Lomo Saltado, noodles with huancaina and lomo salatado, Anticuchos, and Pulpo. Again, all dishes were slightly off, enough to not have a traditional flavor. To this, then the bill. $200 for 4 dishes, one dessert and a 2 liter Inca Kola, I would say not worth the price considering the service and flavors.

Haven’t had a bad dish here yet, and I think we’ve ordered over half the menu between the two times we’ve eaten here. The dishes are very unique and always flavorful. Only critique is the not having an assigned waiter or waitress to your table, which makes it a bit chaotic and unclear. Last time we were here there was only one woman seemingly taking orders despite several wait staff coming around.

Good Peruvian spot with solid, authentic flavors. The menu does a nice job showcasing classic Peruvian dishes and the food feels thoughtfully prepared. The ceviche was fresh and balanced, with the traditional sides that make it feel true to the dish. The lomo saltado was comforting and flavorful, with well cooked beef and a good balance of rice and fries. I also enjoyed the causa mash, which was bright and fresh, and the octopus anticuchero, which had bold flavor and was nicely grilled. Overall, a good place to visit if you’re craving Peruvian food, and I’d go back to try more of the menu. Edit: hi! I didn’t say anything about being ignored. I left five stars for service :)