Looking for a delicious Peruvian meal near you?
Hoodline crunched the numbers to find the top Peruvian spots around Washington, using both Yelp data and our own secret sauce to produce a ranked list of the best spots to venture next time you're on the hunt.
1. China Chilcano
Topping the list is China Chilcano. Located at 418 Seventh St. NW downtown, the Peruvian and Asian fusion spot from celebrity chef Jose Andres is the highest rated Peruvian restaurant in Washington, boasting four stars out of 990 reviews on Yelp.
2. Pisco y Nazca Ceviche Gastrobar
Next up is Downtown's Pisco y Nazca Ceviche Gastrobar, situated at 1823 L St. NW (between North 19th and North 18th streets). With 4.5 stars out of 181 reviews on Yelp, the cocktail bar and Peruvian restaurant has also proven to be a local favorite.
3. El Chalán
El Chalán, located nearby at 1924 I St. NW (between North 19th and North 20th streets), is another top choice, with Yelpers giving it four stars out of 522 reviews.
4. Huacatay Peruvian Chicken
Huacatay Peruvian Chicken in Edgewood is another much-loved go-to, with 4.5 stars out of 106 Yelp reviews. Head over to 2314 Fourth St. NE (between North Adams Street and North Rhode Island Avenue) to see for yourself.
5. Nazca Mochica
Finally, over in Dupont Circle, check out Nazca Mochica, which has earned four stars out of 345 reviews on Yelp. You can find the cocktail lounge and Peruvian spot at 1633 P St. NW (between North 17th and North 16th streets).
