4 /5 Hoon: This was my first visit to Tierra Peru, dining with colleagues, and it turned out to be a genuinely memorable experience.
The meal started strongly with the cocktails, with the pisco sour standing out in particular. We followed with fresh ceviche, anticuchos and other starters, all of which served as an excellent introduction to Peruvian cuisine vibrant, fresh, well-balanced, and confidently prepared.
What truly set this visit apart, however, was the service. The restaurant I believe is a family-run operation, and the warmth and hospitality were exceptional. Every member of staff was attentive, welcoming, and more than happy to guide us through the menu. This was made even more impressive by the fact that there were only two cooks in the kitchen serving our group of 16.
Despite this, dishes arrived with excellent timing; we were never left waiting, and everything came out cooked exactly as it should. The standout dish for me was the Cordero Huanuqueño. The lamb chops were cooked beautifully something I don’t say lightly, as lamb can often be mishandled. Here, the fat was properly rendered and the meat remained tender and juicy throughout. I would happily have ordered seconds, if not for the sheer volume of food we had already enjoyed.
Overall, Tierra Peru delivered both in the kitchen and on the floor. I’ll certainly be back to explore more of the menu on a future visit.
