Pucquio

4.8

682 Reviews

$31 to $50

Peruvian

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2 people

Nov 26, 2024

7:00 PM

Booked 3 times today

Neighborhood gem
Charming
Innovative

Now offering takeout!
Pucquio serves elegant, high-end Peruvian cuisine out of a small Oakland kitchen. We focus on Peruvian classics based on California's generosity . Our restaurant in focus on craft every single dish from the scratch and with all the passion and respect you deserve. Please allow yourself a leisure night. Please notify us otherwise. We also do cooking classes, corporate events and different fun, amazing themed dinners and wine maker events. Please visit our site for more details !!!! . We recommend call Carlos (415) 6903052, fol large parties enquirers and if you have any furthere questions or special requests.

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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Peruvian, Californian
Hours of operation
Tue–Thu 5:30 pm–9:30 pm Dinner Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
Phone number
(510) 658-7378
Website
http://www.pucquio.com/
Payment options
Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Executive chef
Carlos Moreira
Private party facilities
We confection truly memorable events based on your budget ... feel free to reach us !!!!!Carlos 415.690.3052 or cmoreira@allpaculinaria.comLissette 415.283.8240 or lquiroz@allpaculinaria.com

Location
5337 College Ave, Oakland, CA 94618
Neighborhood
Oakland
Cross street
Hudson / Manila
Parking details
Street Parking
Public transit
3 blocks South of the Rockridge BART station
Entertainment
"The Wasska Project " performs Peruvian and South American classics whit their own twist, resulting on a beautiful contemporary arrange of delicious tunes that goes great with the food !!!!
Additional
Beer, Chef's Table, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Gender Neutral Restroom, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Cebiche de Pescado$22.00
Daily fish, Ají limo, onion, lime, maldon
Cebiche Mixto$22.00
Calamari, spot prawn, daily fish, rocoto, Smoked sea salt
Tiradito Clasico$22.00
Daily fish, ají amarillo emulsion celery, garlic
Cebiche de Trucha$22.00
Mcfarland spring trout, rocoto, fennel, yucca, caviar
Mosaico Cebichero$22.00
Daily mixed fish, ginger, celery, leche de tigre

Appetizers

Chicharron$22.00
Confit of pork belly, purple corn, "shaved" yam, chicha jus
Pulpo a La Parrilla$22.00
Marinated, grilled octopus, yuca, huacatay, peruvian corn
Causa Negra$22.00
Grilled squid, botija olive, rocoto, citrus
Ensalada de Quinua$22.00
Quinoa, beets, avocado, fennel, orange
Ensalada del Huerto$22.00
Fresh greens & fruits follow carlos' inspiration

Entrees

Lomo Saltado$32.00
Traditional beef stir- fry, onions, tomatoes, soy demi-glaze, rice, french fries
Aji de Gallina$30.00
Pulled chicken Porridge, aji amarillo, olive & walnuts, white rice & boiled eggs
Tacu-Tacu de Mariscos$32.00
Stewed beans and rice, seafood "beurre vert" criolla & huacatay
Chupe de Camarones$32.00
Shrimp bisque (or perhaps a chowder), poached farm egg, potato, white rice
Adobo de Chancho$30.00
Braised pork shoulder, crispy lardon, beans, crispy yams & "sarza" criolla
Plato de Fondo Vegetariano$32.00
Carlos' choice and inspiration of vegetables from the farmers market
Arroz con Mariscos$32.00
Our take on the classic Peruvian style Paella: gulf prawn, squid and daily fish with parmigiano, squid ink and Peruvian corn

On the Side

Yuca Frita$8.00
with huacatay emulsion
Ripe Plantains$8.00
with panca honey and szechuan pepper sauce
Tacu - Tacu$8.00
(rice and beans) With pickled onions
Papitas a La Huancaina$8.00
Melange of heirloom potatoes topped creamy huancaina sauce
Salchipapas$8.00
Traditional fries and sausages with garlic and herbs
Jasmine Garlic Rice$8.00

What 682 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.8

4.8 based on recent ratings

4.8Food
4.7Service
4.6Ambience
4.6Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

San Francisco Bay Area
Peruvian
East Bay
Best Value

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Pucquio is celebrated for its "intimate space" and "wonderful service" in Berkeley. Guests rave about the "creative menu" showcasing authentic Peruvian flavors, with standout dishes like Cebiche and Lomo Saltado. The restaurant's cozy ambiance and attentive staff, particularly Kevin, contribute to an "all around wonderful experience."

682 Reviews

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AntoinetteL
San Francisco
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We felt like family at Pucquio last evening! Kevin, our waiter, was kind, attentive and gave us great suggestions. We loved everything about our experience! We will definitely be back!
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Liza
San Francisco
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on November 10, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Really a wonderful place with delicious food and amazing service. The menu has so many great dishes to choose from - especially the Lomo and all the Cebiches. Kevin who served us was outstanding: friendly, really helpful and fun!
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Mo
San Francisco
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on October 27, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Cebiche was incredible, transported me back to Peru. The Chicharrones dish was also rich in flavor and we were fighting over the last bite. Finally we enjoyed the Lomo Saltado, a harmonious finish to the meal with a sauce I must bribe Chef Carlos for. Smiles all around, my daughters was slightly tinted purple from the outstanding Chicha Morado. This is exactly what the small restaurant experience should be, warm, friendly and downright delicious
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Adam
San Francisco
66 reviews
vip
4.0
66 reviews
Dined on September 29, 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 3
All the food is delicious. A step up from most Peruvian restaurants. Just keep in mind that the food is slowing coming out of the kitchen but well worth the wait. Our server was great.
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Michael
San Francisco
8 reviews
5.0
8 reviews
Dined on September 28, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Pucquio is one of the Bay Area gems. Excellent authentic Peruvian food and great service. I’ve had everything on the menu and you can’t go wrong.
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Jonathan
San Francisco
16 reviews
vip
5.0
16 reviews
Dined on September 26, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Always always always amazing! The best restaurant in Oakland in my opinion, and Carlos, Kevin and the whole staff treat everyone with tremendous kindness and respect. I visit whenever I can!!
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Valentina
New York City
2 reviews
vip
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on September 26, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
it’s amazing every time! kevin is the best. The food never disappoints and the vibes are great
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Tim
San Francisco
163 reviews
5.0
163 reviews
Dined on September 26, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Love Pucquio. Always consistent. Always great. Food made with love.
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David
San Francisco
59 reviews
vip
3.0
59 reviews
Dined on September 22, 2024
1. Overall 3
2. Food 4
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 3
Very unusual. Seated promptly but our orders failed to arrive at all for 90’!! Service was an abomination and the kitchen was very very slow. Not likely to come again before we check out other East Bay Peruvian restaurants.
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OpenTable Diner
Central Coast
3 reviews
vip
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on September 13, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Best Peruvian restaurant in the Bay Area! We absolutely love every single dish they have!
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FAQs

Pucquio offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (510) 658-7378.

Pucquio is rated 4.8 stars by 682 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people

Nov 26, 2024

7:00 PM

Booked 3 times today

Order delivery or takeout

5337 College Ave, Oakland, CA 94618

Additional information

Cross street
Hudson / Manila
Neighborhood
Oakland
Hours of operation
Tue–Thu 5:30 pm–9:30 pm Dinner Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Peruvian, Californian
Dining style
Casual Elegant
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Street Parking
Public transit
3 blocks South of the Rockridge BART station
Payment options
Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive chef
Carlos Moreira
Entertainment
"The Wasska Project " performs Peruvian and South American classics whit their own twist, resulting on a beautiful contemporary arrange of delicious tunes that goes great with the food !!!!
Additional
Beer, Chef's Table, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Gender Neutral Restroom, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.pucquio.com/
Phone number
(510) 658-7378
Private party facilities
We confection truly memorable events based on your budget ... feel free to reach us !!!!!Carlos 415.690.3052 or cmoreira@allpaculinaria.comLissette 415.283.8240 or lquiroz@allpaculinaria.com

Pucquio

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

Cebiches

Cebiche de Pescado$22.00

Cebiche Mixto$22.00

Tiradito Clasico$22.00

Cebiche de Trucha$22.00

Mosaico Cebichero$22.00

Appetizers

Chicharron$22.00

Pulpo a La Parrilla$22.00

Causa Negra$22.00

Ensalada de Quinua$22.00

Ensalada del Huerto$22.00

Entrees

Lomo Saltado$32.00

Aji de Gallina$30.00

Tacu-Tacu de Mariscos$32.00

Chupe de Camarones$32.00

Adobo de Chancho$30.00

Plato de Fondo Vegetariano$32.00

Arroz con Mariscos$32.00

On the Side

Yuca Frita$8.00

Ripe Plantains$8.00

Tacu - Tacu$8.00

Papitas a La Huancaina$8.00

Salchipapas$8.00

Jasmine Garlic Rice$8.00

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Review summary

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