Pio Pio
Peruvian Restaurant and South American Restaurant$$$$
Hell's Kitchen, New York
The Peruvian food at Pio Pio is a can't miss
"I recommend getting the Matador Combo (3-4 can eat it)."(30 Tips)
"Great atmosphere and ceviches, but skip the tamales."(36 Tips)
"Best rotisserie chicken you will ever eat."(13 Tips)
"Absolutely my favorite place for Peruvian chicken."(6 Tips)
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Kathryn MottramOctober 20, 2016These pisco sours are incredible. Ordered the matador combo for the second time, so good! And plenty of food for three at least.
christina mcleodSeptember 14, 2013Matador combo hands down best deal ever! I could drink the green sauce, ask for extra. Ordinarily I don't like tostones but these are delicious!- ColleenJuly 26, 2012Pio chicken lunch special is only 9.50 and comes with salad and a side! I ordered the yucca fries.. Perfect starch pairing :)
D SicFebruary 7, 2016The traditional Peruvian dishes are all very well done. Try the ceviche, anticuchos, Peruvian chicken, and/or the arroz con mariscos
Robert AccetturaMarch 9, 2015Food is good and it's affordable when you realize the portion size. It's served family style so prepare to fill your plate with lots of food.- Gabriela GrossmannAugust 2, 2015Pimiento relleno! We loved everything... Don't forget to order tres leches for dessert
Thomas BrewsterJanuary 31, 2012Ignore the they only take AMEX comment. They take all major credit cards now. We got worried after sat down and ordered a huge meal with drinks & appetizers. BTW the drinks and ceviche are amazing.
Katherine RJanuary 3, 2017Matador Combo is delicious and more than enough to share - ordered to share between two and had heaps left over!
Ke'Mani SmithJune 4, 2016The Matador Combo can definitely feed a family of 3-4!!! We tried to conquer it with 2 and failed :-(. Sooooo delicious though!
Tomás RoggeroJuly 30, 2013Awesome. Four people menu: 2 empanadas de pollo and 2 papa rellenas as appetizers. Then ask for a Matador and a Arroz chaufa. :)
the lomo saltado is a must.. you can’t go wrong with the tres leches cake & lucuma ice cream.. truly authentic
Paulette OsborneJanuary 14, 2016Their rotisserie chicken is the best!! One entree and a couple of sides can feed 3-4 for about $10 each.
Greg AvolaAugust 16, 2013Try the Juanita's Chicken - it's amazing. It's really moist, and has awesome flavor.
Ruby AnayaAugust 9, 2017Wow beef hearts who knew? Definitely try those and you must get the chicken 🍗 or you will be 😭- Ke'Mani SmithJune 4, 2016The Matador Combo can definitely feed a family of 3-4! We tried to conquer it with 2 and failed :-(. Sooooo delicious though!
What's Good HereJuly 30, 2015This small restaurant is a popular lunch spot for groups. Come here before noon or you'll have a wait for a table.
David WillmoreFebruary 8, 2020Cozy tables for two overlooking the lower level are quiet and pleasantly secluded. Great for dates
Petar IvanovApril 15, 2017Pros: Good sangria, friendly place good for families and groups of friends. Cons: It looks like it's made in a basement, kinda dark and not really comfortable. Not much choice on the menu either.
Ibrahim GünOctober 27, 2016Share share share... main dishes are very big, if you are planning to have starter share a maim dish. And yes its awsome😋😋😋
Soorashree TelangNovember 1, 2012Make sure to get a reservation in advance and order the matador combo , it's awesome ( share with 2 people at least - includes yuca fries)
Helly KOctober 11, 2013Sangrias are on the sweet side . Chicken is so moist and delicious. A little loud in the restaurant when it's at full capacity.
Rui ZhangJanuary 24, 2015The secret is all in the green sauce! Also, get the shrimp dish, you won't regret.
Vanessa Sant AnnaMarch 24, 2018The food is really good and a great lunch time spot. At night it's terrible. Loud like a night club, impossible to have a conversation.
Michael ChaoApril 20, 2016This is the first restaurant where the waiter asked me "do you want to see the dessert menu" before we even got our drinks and food. This question was asked after 25 minutes of waiting. Enough said.
Good: you should definitely try the mero norteno, lomo saltado, arroz con mariscos & lucuma ice cream! Not so good: the sangria was way too sweet.- coco beatsoulSeptember 12, 2016The place is affordable! Service is kind and quick! We had the matador combo which was mouthwatering!!!
Ebel AquinoDecember 23, 2019Rotisserie chicken was great. Not to die for, but was good. It’s a big place that gets too crowded, and feels a bit uncomfortable.
Gabriela GolińczakApril 1, 2015Amazing fresh delicious food. Big potions good for sharing. Really nice service
Matt SzenicsDecember 24, 2012Try the Picantito if you want a good drink with a kick. A pepper-infused pisco kick.
Alberto MartinezMay 3, 2017Love the food it comes in big portion so ask the waiter before ordering of it can be sheared
CompassJuly 25, 2013Rotisserie chicken is at its best at this Peruvian mini-chain. Reasonable prices make it a family favorite.
Yalenis CNovember 30, 2012Just give me the chicken and the Aji Verde sauce, and I'm a happy girl! Everything else I've tried is delicious as well.
SiobhánNovember 18, 2018The restaurant has a great atmosphere and feels very authentic. Unfortunately I was not in charge of ordering my own food so was severely let down but I hope to be able to come back another time.
Alison MittelstadtNovember 3, 2010Gorgeous, cozy modern rustic decor is the backdrop for delicious ceviche and fabulous Peruvian roasted chicken and plantains. Great for groups and good times. Easily a favorite!- Courtney DeshMay 14, 2018Rotisserie chicken and arroz fried rice with that amazing green sauce is to die for
Laura BedrossianDecember 6, 2015If Peruvian decor traditionally makes you feel as though you're in a tinder box then Pio Pio NAILED it.
Honghui YuDecember 2, 2015Everything on the menu is good but when in doubt, go for the rotisserie chicken - it's the highlight.- Josh MateoOctober 24, 2014Got a large group? Definitely go for the family style and order ALL of the Roja sangria.
- 陳雄暉 弟兄March 6, 2015Roasted chicken meat falls off the bones like it's supposed to. Seafood paella is sumptuously delicious.
Courtney LynchFebruary 11, 2018The atmosphere is nice, but the food has no flavor! The fish, rice, and sauce tasted the same (like air) for both of our dishes. I mentioned this to the waiter & it seems the chef is afraid of flavor
Shirin HNovember 18, 2012Get the matador combo and replace the salchipapa (fries and "beef sausage" i.e. fried hotdog) with the sweet plantains.
Karina EstrellaMarch 8, 2019The Nikki ceviche and empanadas! Plus, the matador combo is great for groups
Nicolette RomeroNovember 2, 2014The Matador combo is a must! Great to share and you'll leave stuffed!
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- Mon–Thu, Sun
- 11:00 AM–11:00 PM
- Fri–Sat
- 11:00 AM–Midnight
(212) 459-2929
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Reservations
Yes
Credit Cards
Yes (incl. Discover & Visa)
Wi-Fi
No
Outdoor Seating
No
Wheelchair Accessible
Yes
Music
Yes
Dining Options
Bar Service, Take-out, Delivery
Parking
Street
Restroom
Yes
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Brunch, Lunch, Dinner, Dessert, Happy Hour
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Beer, Wine, Full Bar, Cocktails
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