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2015-03-07
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As a preview to our Peru trip scheduled for May, my friend and I decided to have Peruvian food. OpenRice recommended two choices and Chicha seemed more popular. And so here we were. Looking in from outside, the restaurant seemed a little intimidating. It was quite dark and figuring out how to open the entrance door was also tricky. I sure did not look smart that day. Haha... For this outing, I made a reservation a few days before. The staff made it sound so important to do so. I even received a
For this outing, I made a reservation a few days before. The staff made it sound so important to do so. I even received a text message asking me to reconfirm my booking. In the end, one could have simply walked in. There was no 'reserved' table and I could sit wherever I wanted to. I had a rather disappointing first impression as I was not greeted by anyone when I stepped inside. I actually had to poke my head into the kitchen/bar area to announce my arrival.
The tables were long and close to each other. A little clustered if you ask me, but I guess it's for accomodating more people. My friend was running late, so I had the chance to switch tables and get the spot near the window when the previous patrons left.
As the waiting time was dragging on, I started to order. The Inca trail was the most appealing. Too bad this set was meant for at least four people and there was only the two of us. After some browsing, I finally settled with Causa and Oh my cod Anticuchos - which were both suggested by fellow OP reviewers.
Causa
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Oh My Cod - Anticuchos
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Next, on our plates were Beef Taco and Pollo Chicharrones (chicken). The beef taco was good. It was not too convenient to share due to the crispy taco. I think we should ordered two portions. It would have been the right way of eating this.
As for the Chicharrones, it was too fried for me. The sauce was also quite spicy. It was still yummy though, just not as healthy as our other choices.
The food was great, but it didn't feel like we ate much. We still had room for more food. The portions were small and the price rather high. Nonetheless, it was worth a try.
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