Inkas in Irvine - Phone Number, Reservations, Reviews

The server was good but there’s only so much he could do. The lights were out in the area we were sitting so we talked to the server but we had to sit in gloomy area throughout the meal. So much so that we had trouble reading the menus. Food was very mediocre. I wouldn’t say bad, but nothing special for sure Cilantro rice was not flavorful. Definitely not worth the money. Hopefully it was just one of the not so good days for the restaurant

As a born and raised peruvian, I totally recommend this restaurant not only because of the kind environment and great service but also because of the amazing taste and fresh ingredients to prepare the food. You won’t regret visiting this restaurant. They have a great variety of peruvian dishes and totally recommend to try the pisco sour made of chicha morada, the empanadas, paellas and ceviche. My non-peruvian boyfriend fall in love with this place and now he set up his standards of peruvian dishes based on this restaurant. We were visiting OC and for sure will come back again.

Good food Nice servers Appropriate decor

Great music, great service, and amazing food!

I enjoy Inkas Pollo or Lomo Saltado with Cilantro Rice. My hubby likes Steak Milanese. We also drool over the beef enpanadas. Yummy!

This is a little gem tucked away! We were craving paella and that’s why we decided to venture to find this restaurant! Paella had nice aromatic spices that our taste buds enjoyed! My favorite was the Yuka Fries!!! A must! Salads super generous and fresh!!! This place is tucked away, so you gotta know ahead of time it’s in a business park. Worth the food.

The menu at Inkas is a true celebration of Peruvian cuisine, featuring a wide array of traditional dishes. From the classic ceviche, bursting with fresh flavors and perfectly balanced acidity, to the hearty and comforting lomo saltado, every dish is crafted with care and attention to detail. The use of fresh, high-quality ingredients is evident in every bite.

The service was great, the atmosphere too. The portions are big. 3 stars for that. But the cuisine does not meet Peruvian standards. A bummer there was no pisco sour or anticuchos. We had the lomo saltado and the tallarin verde, it was not worth it.

From the entrance, we can feel happy, since the Latin music surrounds you with joy. The service is 1A, (since I ordered a dish and it was not what I expected, they immediately changed it to the one I thought it was and it was not on the menu, it was a jelly made of only fish and really super delicious, I recommend this restaurant 100%, the price, the taste and the kindness of the girls and the man who serve you are 100% 1A excellent. Thank you very much ☺️ for everything. And congratulations for such excellent service. We loved the food and of course we will return .⭐️

Food was excellent, service was a tiny bit along, but worth the wait. They brought out t food for my son quickly before he got antsy. We have been going for years.

We made a reservation through Google maps for 5pm. just to make sure we got in. The outside eating area looked very cute. We were the first ones in, and they were expecting us. Jake was our server and made great recommendations. The Peruvian paella (assorted sea food, and it tasted very fresh) and arroz con pollo (rice and very tender chicken with a great sauce) were both excellent. Their Peruvian shortbread cookies were great too.

Tasty ethnic food. Lovely seafood dishes.

Great place! The owner and the staff are fantastic. Oh, the food is amazing too! I will definitely be back!

Our server was so sweet and I honestly loved this place. I would definitely come back for the paella and the peruvian chicken (can't remember the name but it had a green sauce and it was fantastic)

beware of tip fraud! they added 13$ to my credit card charge and i just disputed it.

The restaurant is very good. Staff is friendly and the food tastes awesome. I love the empanadas.

Amazing food great outdoor dining. Strange location in an industrial park but worth searching for. Recommendations from staff were loved by whole group.

BEST Peruvian food I've ever tasted and I've been to Peru! So flavorful

We had the best time . The food, patio, and drinks were off the charts. Very friendly staff and all around good time

Great food, just missing pisco sour and traditional Peruvian desserts

Very disappointing. My wife, daughter, and I wanted to eat here but only had an hour because of my daughter’s schedule. After more than 20 minutes, we still had not been checked on nor been able to flag someone down. We got orders in after 25 minutes and immediately asked for them to go, explaining we were pressed for time. When we got the food (15 minutes later), we had to then ask for the bill. We got the bill but nobody came for my card. To pay, I had to go up to the counter. Needless to say, service was not good and food was bland. The environment was fine, and there was free parking. Our “lunch” will now be our dinner.

Mildly disappointing starting with the fact that their food does not deliver great Peruvian fare, or for that matter, sizable amounts. The items ordered: Parihuela (Seafood soup), $20+? This one had an acceptable broth, but the other ingredients barely made the cut. Diced potatoes in this dish discredit the whole concept of the dish, an addition apparently intended to give more substance to an otherwise modest selection of ingredients. Calamari rings, which arrive prepackaged and are used just about in every Peruvian restaurant, were tasteless and chewy. As a whole this Parihuela was plain average. 3 Stars. Peruvian Paella, $20? First Paella is from Spain, a very delicate and long cooking process where saffron is basically mandatory, and the many traditional ingredients make it a monumental plate, sort of speak, if done right very delicious. This green version would be the laughing stock of Paella enthusiasts everywhere, where rice occupied 85% of the plate, and the ingredients and peas and carrots the rest. This variation lacked across the board. 2.5 Stars. Ceviche, $18.50? When asked what kind of fish, the response was Sea Bass, and one of my lovely companions disagreed entirely, but still was the best of the Trio. 3.5 Stars. Lucuma Ice Cream, $6 each? Sold everywhere and not top of the line, but certainly refreshing. 3 Stars. Chicha Morada, $3.50? Peruvian drink made from purple corn. Water was clean tasting, restrooms clean. Service was nice, turns out the staff lacked a single citizen from Peru at the time. Many seem to enjoy this place a little of the grid. 3 Stars.

Perfect all around glad I came here during my vacation

Friends took us here saying it's the best Puruvian food in the area. It was ok but we weren't impressed. Spinach empanadas were good, but fried. All other places we've had them they were baked. Maybe that's Peruvian style. Service was good. Got to eat outside since weather was decent. It's in a business complex so a bit hard to find.

My wife and I really enjoyed the food and the place is beautiful, we will definitely come back here!

Un restaurante peruano donde el personal no sabe hablar español no da ganas de visitarlo y no es que uno no hable inglés. Mucho más si es la mesera.

I order Lomo salteado, the meat was not good

Skimping on the salad. No onions, tomatoes and lack of dressing. Short on the bread and butter. Male server was busy chatting with the waitress. Didnt even come back for refillsof driinks. Three servers and 26 people. Bad SERVICE OVERALL. Tho owner needs to work nights to watch her business or it could decline. I've been coming here for years and it might be our last visit

Excellent authentic food, friendly staff, great atmosphere.

Delicious and healthy Peruvian food . Vegetable chowder, ceviche , green noodles amazing flavor. We order for delivery. I will visit soon. Thanks

I love this place and food is amazing!

Mildly disappointing starting with the fact that their food does not deliver great Peruvian fare, or for that matter, sizable amounts. The items ordered: Parihuela (Seafood soup), $20+? This one had an acceptable broth, but the other ingredients barely made the cut. Diced potatoes in this dish discredit the whole concept of the dish, an addition apparently intended to give more substance to an otherwise modest selection of ingredients. Calamari rings, which arrive prepackaged and are used just about in every Peruvian restaurant, were tasteless and chewy. As a whole this Parihuela was plain average. 3 Stars. Peruvian Paella, $20? First Paella is from Spain, a very delicate and long cooking process where saffron is basically mandatory, and the many traditional ingredients make it a monumental plate, sort of speak, if done right very delicious. This green version would be the laughing stock of Paella enthusiasts everywhere, where rice occupied 85% of the plate, and the ingredients and peas and carrots the rest. This variation lacked across the board. 2.5 Stars. Ceviche, $18.50? When asked what kind of fish, the response was Sea Bass, and one of my lovely companions disagreed entirely, but still was the best of the Trio. 3.5 Stars. Lucuma Ice Cream, $6 each? Sold everywhere and not top of the line, but certainly refreshing. 3 Stars. Chicha Morada, $3.50? Peruvian drink made from purple corn. Water was clean tasting, restrooms clean. Service was nice, turns out the staff lacked a single citizen from Peru at the time. Many seem to enjoy this place a little of the grid. 3 Stars.

My all time favorite Peruvian restaurant. I wish I lived closer so I could visit more often.

Seriously, this is a hidden gem. Without Google Maps, I would have not discovered this restaurant. It is located in an office park area. If you arrive for dinner, as I did, the parking area may seem deserted. Food was delicious and authentic. One has to ask for cancha. It is not readily served. Very good service otherwise. There is seating outdoors as well.

I have been to Peru several times and it is close to the authentic taste. However, the servers were bad.

The restaurant has a ver nice atmosphere. They have a very nice and pleasant seating area outside under the tree. They are in an office building with is empty in the afternoon so there’s plenty of parking. The food is great too. It deserves its high rating. The last time we were there, we didn’t leave a anything on the plate.

Hiden gem around to big hospitals, delicious Peruvian food, super great food, perfect for lunch or an after work meal.

Food, drinks, and service are all top notch. A real hidden gem. After the first time we went, we came back four days later. The chicken porteño is my personal favorite dish.

Felt like we were in Peru! Lovely ambiance, great dining experience with the friendliest warmest service

Excellent Peruvian food! I highly recommend adding the cilantro chicken soup.

There are four choices for vegetarian. Tasty 😋

The service here is phenomenal at this hidden gem. I loved the food. We tried every empanada and I can say the cheese and spinach ones are easily the best. I had the chaufa and it was so nostalgic; tasting of food I grew up with. This hidden restaurant is fabulous and the staff make visiting the most pleasant experience.

Delicious food, ambiance and excellent customer service.

The food is absolutely delicious here. You can try anything from seafood to meat to anything. All the food is amazing at this restaurant and the service is hospitable

Loved the Empanadas, Arroz con Pollo, Fish Chorrillana and the free bread! The menu is missing peruvian staples like Aji de gallina, Causas etc, hope they include them in future. Little pricey!

Super good food. They should make the logo lighter. Hard to find the place after getting dark.

Absolutely delicious with wonderfully staff! This place is in a quiet office park, people mission to it for good reason.

My family love this place! Fantastic food, friendly service and nice atmosphere. Highly recommended. 👍👍👍

Staff seems a bit overwhelmed, but it's a nice quiet spot with great food.

I was amazed by this place. It's my first time trying Peruvian cuisine and I'm totally hooked! The service was fantastic and the wait was brief. Definitely coming back!

Excelente sabor, la música mi favorita la salsa, el servicio estupendo te sientes como en casa

My co-workers and I love this place for its quaint but classy dining patio and Peruvian comfort food. My favorite dish is the basic shrimp scampi, mild. The ceviche and empenadas are wonderful as well.

I thought the Peruvian restaurant was the best place ever and I loved my meal that came with rice, chicken, and scrambled eggs from last night. I can cross Inkas off my bucket list.

Like many reviewers will mention, this is a hidden gem tucked away in an unexpected commercial area yet worth finding. This was my first time coming here and I plan to make this place my go to place for a Peruvian fix. We sat in the shade of a large oak tree which made us feel like we were out in the countryside and not surrounded by the concrete and steel. We started with a red sangria which was very refreshing and well made. We ordered the Chaufa with seafood and the classic Lomo Saltado with cilantro rice. The Chaufa with seafood is basically fried rice, but with very good portions of fresh shrimp, calamari, and strips of fish. The Lomo Salato has a wonderful, savory, meaty flavor, and the fries were perfectly cooked, so they were able to stay a little crisp yet at the same time soaked up the sauce. The cilantro rice was so good I could have eaten it on its own. We ended our meal with the bread pudding, which was a warm, thick slice served with whipped cream and topped with caramel sauce. It's very sweet with flavors of nutmeg, cinnamon, raisins, and caramel. I would recommend you enjoy it with a nice cup of coffee. The service was also impeccable. Our server Juana, was just as amazing as the food. She was very friendly and helpful when it came to menu choices. This was such a great experience that I look forward to returning soon.

Nice place for a casual lunch. Dishes are pretty good here.

The food has such a variety that is also very tasty. It's a dine-in take out location. You can sit inside or outside. Both areas are extremely comfortable and welcoming. The service is Great. The employees make you feel welcome.

Delicious food! Fun atmosphere! Friendly staff! Definitely returning!

Excellent! Love the outdoor courtyard seating area and the huge elephant 🐘 like tree!

Delicious food and great service. I highly recommend this Peruvian restaurant.

Found this spot on the fly while in Irvine and it did not disappoint! In a tucked away location, with a chill outdoor vibe, we enjoyed a passion fruit drink (Maracuya), the holiday-esque Chicha Morada drink, and some bomb empanadas. Then we moved on to our tasty main entrees, Arroz con pollo and Lomo soltado. Topped it all off with flan and bread pudding. We’re definitely coming back!

Great food and great service. Their Loma Salado is highly recommended!

Very genuine and tasty Peruvian food. Staff was cordial and fast. Environment clean and comfortable, amazing variety ata good prize. Highly recommended it.

Real food. Been coming here for more than 10 years, love it.

Omg HANDS DOWN THE BEST PERUVIAN SPOT IN OC. Hidden gem near Irvine. This place was delicious!!!! Beef lomos soltados was my fav! With the green sauce ::chefs kiss:: he definitely cannot leave this place without getting the alfajores cookies!

Lovely Peruvian restaurant in the middle of a business park. Everything tastes great

The only place to go for Saltado

Very nice location and the outside and in are nice

Food was OK, really nothing to rave about.

Delicious food (I got the arroz con pollo), plus friendly and helpful staff.

Their food is phenomenal and their service is friendly and v helpful. The green sauce is to die for and there isn't a bad thing on the menu! My favorites are the paella and the steak and fries. Calamari is a great starter and their flan is to die for 10/10

Amazing food with great service

Great place, friendly service, outdoor seating Lots of parking and delicious food 😋

Authentic food, reminds me of delicious night market stands in taichung, Taiwan.

Good food. Good drinks. Nice atmosphere. Workers are kind and quick. Can get busy. Limited seating inside. Maybe 7 tables inside. There is more seating outdoors though.

I bought 2 dishes from this place today and WOW, compliments to the chef's and staff. The Seafood Fried rice is perfect, the taste and the products used, what an amazing dish, the tallarin verde is also great and my kiddos loved it.

Hugely underrated. This peruvian restaurant is the definition of a local gem. Nice evening ambiance with outdoor music and fantastic service. Delicious food and a great selection of wine & beer. The picante plate with the chaufa plate and a good drink of your preference will not disappoint.

Empanadas are the best in America. Love the green sauce which has a little heat but great taste. Their seafood plate is a blend of everything in the ocean with the lime rice. Well worth a visit.

Boulibase stew was amazing!!!! Minestrone for my coworker was great, pea based instead of tomato which gave it a unique an amazing twist.

Great little place kinda tucked away by a bunch of boring commercial zones. You should find this place and try it. I ordered the Jugoso soup which has a lot of great seafood and absolutely stunning broth. The flavor is savory and meshes very well with the seafood, potatoes, and veggies. The broth itself is not very thick which is nice if you're not too hungry. They add a good amount of seafood as well. Staff is very friendly and helpful answering all sorts of questions. I will be coming here again when I am in Irvine. Damn good food.

The food was good and service was good. We left very full, ready for a nap!

Very friendly staff and a pleasant place to eat. Lots of shades outdoor seating. Try the Chicken Chaufa. You won't regret it.

Delicious Peruvian food served by a friendly and attentive wait staff! Arroz con Pollo is my fave!

Ordered the seafood chaufa and tallarin verde with steak. Both were flavorful! It must get mostly lunch business from the nearby offices because it's in an odd little section set back off the street and it wasn't very busy for a Friday night. But worth a visit if you like Peruvian food.

I love the vibe of their restaurant and the food is always perfect 👍

As always the food was great. Brought some empanadas home for dinner. They heated up well.

I was here Thursday 11/182021, the best experience ever, very calm place, feels so comfortable to eat here, service girl? very nice service, she let people feel good and welcome.

Been going here for years! What can I say? This location has some of the best Peruvian food around. The picante dishes are incredible. Great flavor and awesome service! The saltado dishes are also great. Don't miss their green chile sauce... just be careful and don't put too much on!

Excellent food and service! I've had, and love, all their chicken dishes, with the Chicken Salado with broccoli my most often go-to. I recommend the cilantro rice... and the green sauce with bread is addictive. Nice outdoor seating and to-go also available. The owner and wait staff are excellent as well!

So glad to have found this place. Great food, friendly staff.

The food was good a ordered a bottle of wine. There was no wine list so the server brought out 3 bottles. We chose a good wine but neglected to ask for the price. We weren't planning on $88 for the bottle.

Love Inkas for authentic Peruvian food. Delicious stewed meats dishes. Highly recommend the ceviche. It's my go-to lunch spot.

Great authentic peruvian food with great service as well. A must try for everyone looking to try peruvian cuisine.

Excellent ceviche and service! Cute patio space for outdoor dining.

Went on a quiet Saturday evening and had a really pleasurable experience. Everything was really good and service was top notch. They do promote their "happy hour" which apparently never ends, but with that said, not sure if they are happy hour prices without something to compare it to. To me it seemed like normal pricing.

This was a beautiful meal on a lovely patio under a big tree. The ceviche, empanadas, and plantains were all amazing! Friendly service too.

Such a hidden gem. One of the best Peruvian spots in OC. Definitely will be our go to spot for now on.

Food was great. Service was great. Prices were right. We enjoyed our first time there, going back Sunday for another delicious ceviche 😋

4/2/16 Service was terrible. The waiter Dan does not know what he is doing at all. My steak dish ordered medium rare came out well done! The Owner's daughter was informed and she could not care one bit about the service or food. I will never go to this place again, nor recommend it to anyone. This place use to give great service and great food! No more!!! I was a little hasty and not thinking clearly about my review. The food and service in fact was very tasty. The owner’s daughter was in fact interested in our experience and said she would look into the matter. Everyone has a bad day, and I guess it was me, when I posted a review of our dining experience at your Restaurant!!! Recently my wife and I did return and found the service and food excellent!!! Please forgive us and we hope our apology is accepted. We feel you deserve a FIVE STAR RATING!!!! We are eager to return to your restaurant again for excellent food and service!

Location is hidden in a business complex but this gem of a restaurant is worth it! The beef empanadas are stuffed with beef and the flaky pastry is perfectly Peruvian. Keep that spicy green sauce from the bread to dip everything in. The smoky fried rice was hot and flavorful - beef was thinly sliced but unfortunately tough. The Chicken & Vegetable Soltado was a perfect stirfry and the cilantro rice upgrade was delicious. Service was friendly and quick. We would recommend this place for anyone missing Peru and all it's world charm.

Very nice restaurant and excellent food. It is a great option if you are looking for Peruvian food. Lomo Saltado and Arroz con Pollo are amazing!