Craving an adventure for your taste buds? Look no further than La Huaca, a Peruvian restaurant in Roseville, California. La Huaca brings the exotic and unique flavors of Peruvian cuisine to your table. Peruvian cuisine is a fusion of ancient Peruvian traditions, Spanish cuisine, and influences from French, Italian, Asian, and African cultures. This blend has created one of the most diverse gastronomies in the world.
Location and Hours
La Huaca is located at 1850 Douglas Blvd #600, Roseville, CA 95661. This is a relocation from their previous spot on Sierra College Boulevard.
Here are their operating hours:
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Sunday – Thursday: 11 am – 9 pm
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Friday & Saturday: 11 am – 10 pm
You can dine in or take your food to go.
What to Expect
La Huaca provides a casual dining atmosphere where you can enjoy Peruvian, Latin American, and South American dishes. They are known for being good for groups and special occasions.
The price range is considered under $30. You can pay with AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, or Visa. The dress code is casual.
Reservations and Contact
They accept reservations for lunch, dinner, and private events. To make a reservation, call (916) 771-2558 between 11 AM and 8 PM, any day of the week.
For more information, you can also reach them via email at info@lahuacarestaurant.com.
Catering
If you want to bring La Huaca to your event, they offer catering with pickup and delivery options. They can also design a custom menu.
What People Are Saying
La Huaca is ranked #10 of 452 restaurants in Roseville. It has a 4.5-star rating on Tripadvisor.
Here’s what people are saying:
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“The service was excellent and Victor, our server was tops! He made sure each of us red or wine drinkers got a chance to pick the best wine for the dinner and his recommendations for main dishes and, of cruse, the desserts were spot on!”
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“Great appetizer selection. Don’t miss the desserts. Tres Leche cake was creamy without being heavy”.
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“We began our dinner with a glass of excellent Peruvian chardonnay. I ordered the Mixto ceviche, and my husband ordered Arroz Del Pacifico Sur, a type of paella…The ceviche was very good and also most attractive. The paella was excellent”.
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“Yummy yummy for our tummies!… Jessy was our server and was just a doll! I had the Salmon La Huaca dish…and Kristian had the Pachamanca La Huaca (beef and pork, steamed potatoes, sweet potatoes, hominy, and choclo). We will definitely be back once I am off this detox! Yum yum! If you’re in the area and haven’t been, try it out!”
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“Since reopening in a new location is has only gotten better. The chef is the same and our server Yessy was extremely pleasant and helpful. We tried their local sopita chicken soup, delicious”.
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“My first time in La Huaca and I really loved it. Enjoyed every minute there. Food was great, service was good, and the staff is very friendly. I ordered empanadas, ceviche, Tacu Tacu de Mariscos, and the Paella. All came out great”.
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Dudley M. writes, “The lamb entree, seco de cordero con frijoles, is superlative, the Peruvian beans complement perfectly. Cheviche and yuca options are wonderful too… When guests are in town take them here for unique and outstanding dining”.
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Perla C. mentions, “very delicious food, we went for the lunch buffet and had an awesome time. We met Yessi, our server, she went beyond to help us feel welcome. She also explain to us the Peruvian culture”.
Food and Drink
La Huaca’s menu includes hot and cold appetizers, meat, seafood, and ceviche. They also offer a selection of Peruvian and domestic wines.
Popular dishes include:
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Ceviche Mixto: Marinated mahi mahi, shrimp, and calamari.
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Arroz Del Pacifico Sur: A paella-style dish with mussels, clams, shrimp, and calamari.
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Lomo Saltado:
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Salmon La Huaca:
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Pachamanca La Huaca: Beef and pork with steamed potatoes, sweet potatoes, hominy, and choclo.
Don’t forget to try their Tres Leches cake for dessert!
More than Just Food
La Huaca also sells Peruvian souvenirs, including alpaca stuffed animals. On some nights, you might even catch live music.
La Huaca is more than just a restaurant; it’s an experience. With its friendly service, tasty food, and inviting atmosphere, it’s a great place to enjoy Peruvian culture in Roseville.
Sources: lahuacarestaurant.com, yelp.com, opentable.com
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