D’Carbon Restaurant

I found the service to be incredibly attentive, and the food was absolutely outstanding. I’ve been a loyal customer here for quite some time, and the food has consistently been excellent. However, with the recent renovation, dining here feels like a significant upgrade from the old diner atmosphere it used to have. The addition of brick accents on the walls, modern appliances, and a variety of seating options, including booths, large tables for groups, and more intimate seating in the back, has truly transformed the place. They even have high chairs! And the best part? They now have a fully stocked bar with a matching sound system. When I visited around 9 pm, I was treated to some trendy Spanish music played at a lively volume – just my kind of scene! The food arrived promptly after ordering and was piping hot. For starters, we ordered salchipapa with aji sauce, which was absolutely delicious. For our main courses, we opted for chicken chaufa and lomo saltado, both of which were superb. It was a fantastic Friday night out with my boyfriend, and we’ll definitely be returning!

Without a doubt, this is the best Peruvian restaurant in Paterson. I’ve frequented this place numerous times, and the quality of their finger-licking chicken and various sauces remains consistently top-notch. If you’re new to Peruvian cuisine, I highly recommend trying their “Pollo ala Brasa” with salad and fries or the “Lomo Saltado” – both are generously portioned and incredibly savory. Honestly, this place is so good that I want to sample every single item on their menu. Their menu is straightforward and uncluttered, and the prices are reasonable – you won’t break the bank here, trust me. While the location might be a bit tricky to find, you can easily locate it on Google Maps. The area may appear sketchy, but the restaurant provides ample safe parking. I can’t wait to return and explore more of their offerings!

Let me start by saying this: I’m Peruvian, and this place is fantastic. We began with yuca huancaina, and the huancaina cream was just right – not overly spicy or watery, but wonderfully creamy. I had the tripleta, ceviche, jalea, and arroz con mariscos. The rice was tender and bursting with flavor, while the ceviche was fresh and perfectly prepared. My girlfriend ordered the lomo saltado, and the beef was cooked to perfection with a burst of flavors. The portions were generous, and I enjoyed a pisco sour, which was quite good. Our waitress was polite and friendly. The parking lot was full, and we had to wait for about 30 minutes to be seated, but it was well worth it. I’ll definitely be returning to try more dishes.

Two of my friends recommended this restaurant, and as a fan of Peruvian cuisine, I eagerly agreed to join them for dinner on Thursday. The restaurant boasts a small patio area with a bar, which proved invaluable when it started raining around the time we met up. The wait wasn’t too long – about 15-20 minutes for a table. When we were seated, they provided us with hand sanitizer and informed us of a 90-minute time limit due to the high demand and limited outdoor seating, understandable during these COVID times. Their drink menu was intriguing, featuring a drink served in a Patron bottle! I opted for the Bahamas Vacation, while my friends chose the Bulldog Coronita and the Cuban Mojito. My drink was served in a martini glass and had a fruity and light flavor. For dinner, I ordered the Chaufa de Carne and shared it with a friend, as she ordered the 1/2 chicken with fries and salad. I must say this is one of the better Chaufas I’ve had in the North NJ Area. While it doesn’t surpass my favorite from Don Alex in Elizabeth (try them!), it comes in a close second. Their sauce was good, though not too spicy, and paired perfectly with the rice. The 1/2 chicken was also well-prepared. Service was good, and our waitress and hostess were extremely friendly. The only drawback was the loud music, so if you prefer a quiet, low-key dinner, this might not be the ideal place for you. Nonetheless, I wholeheartedly recommend this place to everyone.

I stumbled upon this gem for Peruvian food, and it did not disappoint. They offer both outdoor and indoor seating, with a small parking lot next to the building, a rare find in the area. We opted for outdoor seating, which had a lovely ambiance. The shrimp ceviche was delightful, and the tallarin with churrasco was not only good but also served in generous portions. Their cocktails were potent and well worth it. Service was excellent. There’s nothing better than enjoying good food, great drinks, generous portions, and top-notch service. I’ll definitely return!