Pio Pio
Peruvian Restaurant and South American Restaurant$$$$
Hell's Kitchen, New York
This Peruvian restaurant is famous for their ceviche. It's one of the most popular in the city!
"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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Gabriela GrossmannAugust 2, 2015Pimiento relleno! We loved everything... Don't forget to order tres leches for dessert
The white sangria is great. The food is wonderful. And you should definitely try the flan.
the lomo saltado is a must.. you can’t go wrong with the tres leches cake & lucuma ice cream.. truly authentic
RyanSeptember 12, 2014Any chicken combo is a great deal. Get extra sauce (also fries with hotdogs?!?!)
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. :)
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.
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.
Katherine RJanuary 3, 2017Matador Combo is delicious and more than enough to share - ordered to share between two and had heaps left over!
Gabriela GolińczakApril 1, 2015Amazing fresh delicious food. Big potions good for sharing. Really nice service
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.
David WillmoreFebruary 8, 2020Cozy tables for two overlooking the lower level are quiet and pleasantly secluded. Great for dates
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!
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.
Rui ZhangJanuary 24, 2015The secret is all in the green sauce! Also, get the shrimp dish, you won't regret.
Rita LNovember 24, 2014Lunch special is a good deal, about $12 including tip and you get a quarter of a chicken, avocado salad and a side (i got maduros) and soda- coco beatsoulSeptember 12, 2016The place is affordable! Service is kind and quick! We had the matador combo which was mouthwatering!!!
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.
Ruby AnayaAugust 9, 2017Wow beef hearts who knew? Definitely try those and you must get the chicken 🍗 or you will be 😭
CompassJuly 25, 2013Rotisserie chicken is at its best at this Peruvian mini-chain. Reasonable prices make it a family favorite.
ZenFoodsterMay 3, 2013Impatient reservationist Stephanie, IT IS YOUR JOB to know about menu/info of the place u work! So, hold it together & try not to snicker & make impatient clicking noises @ a customer.
- 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 :)
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.
Dean MastroianniMarch 17, 2018What an awesome place. We have traveled for Melbourne Australian and this has been our best meal in NYC
great service & amazing food! el chupe de camarones is one of the best i've ever had
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.
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.
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!
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!- 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!
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)
Citi BikeMay 3, 2015great for groups, don't miss the Matador for 3! Dock your Citi Bike one block south at 43rd St and 10th Ave- 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.
- Courtney DeshMay 14, 2018Rotisserie chicken and arroz fried rice with that amazing green sauce is to die for
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.
Alberto MartinezMay 3, 2017Love the food it comes in big portion so ask the waiter before ordering of it can be sheared
Karina EstrellaMarch 8, 2019The Nikki ceviche and empanadas! Plus, the matador combo is great for groups
Matej MavričekSeptember 22, 2019Very solid Peruvian food,but above a delightful and all-too-drinkable pisco sour
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.
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.
Amruta BugeJuly 31, 2015Great for large groups. Food and service was excellent and the sangria is yummy 🍷
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- 11:00 AM–11:00 PM
- Fri–Sat
- 11:00 AM–Midnight
(212) 459-2929
Features
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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