Mo-Chica in downtown LA offers some of the best Peruvian cuisine in the city- November 2014
International food is found all around Los Angeles as one of the boundaries the city has product of the cultural diversity and different influences in the area. Among all this great diversity there is a particular spot called Mo-chica, a charming restaurant located in Downtown LA where exquisite Peruvian food is served at its best representing tradition and great taste. And not to mention the creativity involved in the preparation of this food featuring one of the most renowned Chefs in Peruvian cuisine.
Chef Ricardo Zarate is the name behind the ingenuity in preparation and presentation of the food offered at Mo-chica. The most highlighting effort of Chef Zarate is the introduction of Modern Peruvian Food. He was able to combine original ingredients with a unique preparation technique and complement it with a particular presentation. He created a gate to the fascinating Peruvian culture through taste. Mo-chica offers a great variety of drinks such a Pisco Sour or Chilcano, both very well known in Peru. A unique Menu enlisting a remarkable selection of Peruvian dishes. A great entry can be a Quinoa Salad or Pan Con Tuna, either one of these two is a good way to start your dinner.
Among some of the most preferred Main dishes are popular Peruvian Ceviche Mixto, Yellowtail Tiradito, the extraordinary taste of the Anticucho de Pulpo-their fantastic grilled octopus, the Tiger Prawns in black mint pesto or flown-in Paiche, which is an exotic fish to be found only in the Amazonas River. The list is just too great to truly have a favorite but it is definitely recommended passing by and finding one for yourself. You can wrap up with a dessert such as Alfajores- Peruvian cookies filled with dulce de leche and rocoto chocolate ganache. This was their recommended dessert but we were too full. The crew at Mo-chica is very well informed about their menu, preparation and content.
If you have curiosity about a specific meal you will get a great illustration from their personal. An incredible variety, great location, warm and friendly environment. You will be fascinated for stopping by Mo-chica as you will come out fully satisfied with the fantastic food and experience.
Address: 514 W 7th St, Los Angeles, CA 90014
Phone:(213) 622-3744