Pisco Peruvian Gastrobar - Lake Mary

Reviews

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  Christopher Atkinson

  5 days ago
  5.0
  Magical Dining time in Orlando. Out of 180+ menus, Pisco Peruvian Gastobar made our top six. That is a hard feat to do, and we were very excited to jump in and see what awaited us. First of all, ambiance is spectacular. This place is simply, but effectively, done up from floor to ceiling with Peruvian vibes. When we learned that they are part of the Don Julio restaurant group, it all made sense. Their restaurants are always dressed to the nines. Very luxurious and fun. Their service was just as spectacular. Our guy was very attentive all night long, the bussers were very prompt and were checking in on us, too, and the manager himself came over and checked in with us, twice! We felt the love all night. Excellent service. As for the food, let's get into it. Apps Empanadas de Lomo Saltado (Golden empanadas filled with wok-fired beef tenderloin, red onions, scallions, and melted mozzarella; served with a garlic cilantro aioli). Nice little empanadas that were crisp and well-filled, and they came with a pungent aioli. I will say, I also had the chance to try the hummus and the ceviche, as well. Those two are better apps, if you're a couple trying to decide. I myself couldn't help myself and I got the updated app, the Ponle Corazón (peruvian street food icon, char-grilled beef hearts brushed with smoky anticuchera sauce; served with roasted Andean potatoes, choclo, and rocoto huacatay crema +$5). They're right. I've been to Peru, and beef heart was everywhere. It was so nice seeing this item as an option on a MDM menu. For only $5 more, I couldn't resist. This heart was so well-cooked. Tender, beautiful grill lines, slightly smokey from the glaze. And accompanied by that lovely crema and those huge, beautiful kernels of Peruvian corn. Loved this. Mains Causa Limeña (ají amarillo and lime potato purée with acevichada shredded chicken, charred avocado, and huancaína sauce, finished with botija olive mayo, anticuchera aioli, avocado mousseline, scallions, and soft-boiled quail egg). This was a fun dish. It's cold, with the chicken being very similar to chicken salad. The mash was very bright and flavorful, and with purple dots here, green dots there, and those luscious quail eggs, this one was a lot of fun. Quinoa Capón (Peruvian tri-colored quinoa and wok-sautéed fried rice with shrimp, mushrooms, snow peas, bean sprouts, red peppers, and scallions, garnished with wonton strips). Fried rice/quinoa with tons of veggies. Huge, plump shrimp, this dish was simple, but it was a winner. I loved it. I am just realizing, though, and I didn't get any wonton strip garnish, so just keep an eye on that. Desserts Alfajores (traditional Peruvian sandwich cookies filled with dulce de leche). These were incredible. Soft cookies made into a sandwich with a dulce de leche inside that wasn't just a sugar bomb. It had a deep, rich, caramelly flavor and texture. Really great cookies. Merengon (classic sponge cake soaked in a blend of three milks, topped with baked meringue, diplomat cream, red berries, and a mix berries reduction). A very good version of tres leches, and On Top was a crispy, soft and chewy meringue. I couldn't believe my taste buds. They took tres leches, and made it even better. A really fun way to end the meal. Overall, wow, this was the best Magical Dining meal I've had in years. I'm not kidding. The menu is so vast, I can see myself coming back very soon to try everything else.
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  Amanda Sanchez

  6 days ago
  5.0
  We had a much needed date night and this place did not disappoint! It was started with a small wait for the hostess that had me leary of the service but Yanet turned it all around and made the night as magical as the dining we ordered. It was the appetizer with the ceviche that literally had me drinking the juice it was swimming in! Every bite was a party in my mouth! The main menu of tortellini and lomo Saltado made my senses sing but it was my husband's merenge that sent the night sailing! I will definitely recommend this place to my friends and family!
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  Ashtan Ramirez

  Aug 28, 2026
  5.0
  To start off, we walked in and the atmosphere was absolutely beautiful. We were instantly greeted and walked to our booth right away. My husband and I had never been there before so as a first timer the scene was just relaxing and spa/modern feel and our server Abbey was top notch. Since we had never been there before she recommended us to try the Tiradito Hamachi and it was to die for! She was on top of her service while we were there which was about an hour. We were loving the food, drinks and Abbey that we had to just stay a little past our meal to take it all in. We thought about desserts but the portions were a great size that I might have to save room next time we go in for some. I highly suggest this restaurant to anyone who wants to try a new place. Thank you again Abbey, you KILLED
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  Andrea Harden

  Aug 27, 2026
  5.0
  ABBEY IS PHENOMENAL!!! We had a women’s supper club dinner and she was AMAZING. She was warm, FUNNY, sweet, supportive, and friendly! Alan, helped me get a reservation booked and he went above and beyond! He FaceTimed me so we could pick the area in the restaurant. This place is amazing and we will be back! Everyone in our large party had a blast and said they would be back. I forgot the food, IT WAS FANTASTIC, DELISH, and chefs kiss!!!! The ambience and the decor felt like we were in Miami somewhere. Very luxe and tastefully done!!! Again, we will all be back!!!
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  Clarissa Mundo

  Aug 14, 2026
  5.0
  For our 5th year anniversary, my boyfriend and I decided to try Pisco Peruvian Gastrobar for Magical Dining. And let me just say... Magical it was! We were greeted by Allen, the manager. He was very nice and enthusiastically showed us to our seats. Then we met our server extraordinaire, Abbey. Guys, if there was ever a definition of what a true customer-oriented server does, Abbey is it! She was amazing and honest. When she didn't know a detail to something we asked, she said, "I don't know. Let me find out for you real quick." That's character and honesty! She talked to us about the Magical Dining menu and how it works. And then we began the assault on our taste buds!!! We started off with the Lomo Saltado empanadas and the Ceviche Clasico. And WOW!!! The richness of the Lomo combined with the cilantro garlic aioli just made the empanada divine. And then the swai fish with the citrus reduction accompanied by the thin red onions and small sweet potatoes complimented each other so well we nearly fainted by how good that was. It was the shocking, refreshing punch we needed in this hot day we had. This was followed by the Quinoa Capon. Fresh, quality flavor, portion size respectable, with the flavorful stir-fry charred flavor that is indicative of Asian-Peruvian fusion. Paired with the shrimp, it made for a well-made dish. And at last, we topped everything off with the Merengon. If you ever wondered what a Chantilly cake with a merengue top, soaked with tres leches tastes like...??? Taste THIS!!! Was EXCELLENT!!! We were smiling as we ate it. Literally! And a shout out to server Juan, who assisted Abbey with the plates. He was very professional and friendly. Overall, we're coming back to try different things on their menu. We can't wait. Pictures of what we described above are attached. Enjoy!