El Gordo Peruvian Eatery 2179 Morris Avenue

Deep-fried potato croquette stuffed with meat, eggs, & raisins

Our Peruvian Causa is a hidden gem! Layers of soft, citrusy mashed potatoes filled with flavorful tuna and topped with fresh avocado slices. A perfect blend of zesty, creamy, and savory—this appetizer is a must-try for any foodie!

1 pollo entero, papa frita o arroz blanco y ensalada mixta "No substitutes"

1 Whole Chicken + Vegetable Chaufa + 3 Sides. Serves 3-4 people.

Fresh Sea bass marinated in lime juice served the Peruvian traditional way with Onions, sweet potato, Peruvian Corn and Cancha.

Tender potatoes drizzled with a creamy sauce made from cheese and Peruvian Aji Amarillo. Not spicy and bursting with rich flavors. A Peruvian favorite that's simply irresistible.

Fried yucca in Peruvian creamy cheese sauce

Deep-fried potato croquette stuffed with meat, eggs, & raisins

Our Peruvian Causa is a hidden gem! Layers of soft, citrusy mashed potatoes filled with flavorful tuna and topped with fresh avocado slices. A perfect blend of zesty, creamy, and savory—this appetizer is a must-try for any foodie!

Salchipapas is the ultimate Peruvian street food comfort dish. Imagine crispy golden fries topped with juicy, pan-fried chicken sausages, all paired with our signature Green Sauce!

Shrimp marinated with lime juice, zesty and delicious. Served with sweet potato, Peruvian corn and red onions.

This one is for the bold foodies...Heart beef skewers served with potato & Peruvian corn and a drizzle of Huancaina Sauce.

Peruvian Ceviche Mixto is a refreshing burst of flavor. Featuring fresh sea bass, squid, shrimp, and mussels, marinated in tangy lime juice, with sweet potato and Peruvian corn, it’s a seafood lover’s dream—zesty, vibrant, and irresistible!

Choros a la Chalaca is a must-try for seafood lovers! Fresh, plump mussels topped with onions, tomatoes, Peruvian corn, cilantro, and lime. The perfect balance of citrusy acidity and savory flavors will make your taste buds dance! 8 Mussels per order.

Experience the flavors of Sunday afternoons at Abuela's with our Arroz con Pollo con Huancaina. This traditional Peruvian dish features savory cilantro-infused rice and tender chicken, cooked together in a pot for a comforting meal. Served alongside is Papa a la Huancaina, boiled potatoes smothered in a rich, creamy yellow cheese sauce. Perfect for a hearty, nostalgic taste of Peru.

Traditional Peruvian Beef stew cooked in a cilantro sauce served with rice, white Peruvian beans, and salsa criolla

Tender shredded chicken in a rich, yellow creamy sauce. Not spicy, perfect for foodies who love indulgent, creamy dishes. A must-try!" Served with white rice.

Seco Norteño, a traditional Peruvian lamb stew, is a comforting and flavorful dish featuring tender lamb shank braised in a rich, aji panca sauce. This hearty stew, infused with cumin and cilantro, is perfect for those seeking a taste of authentic Peruvian cuisine​. Served with white rice, white Peruvian beans and Salsa Criolla (Red onions and tomato salad)

Available Wed-Fri only, our delicious, always fresh Soup of the Day varies day to day so please call to confirm what we have.

Caldo de Gallina is a rich and comforting Peruvian hen soup, known for its flavorful, slow-cooked broth that nourishes both body and soul. Made with tender hen, potatoes, egg noodles, and topped with a hard-boiled egg, it’s the ultimate comfort food.

Chupe de Camarones is a rich, creamy Peruvian shrimp chowder filled with rice, corn, peas and carrots, and fresh shrimp, topped with Queso fresco and a poached egg. A hearty seafood lover’s dream!

Parihuela is a seafood lover's paradise, packed with shrimp, mussels, squid, and fish in a rich, flavorful broth. My Abuela would say with this soup.. "Two go to sleep, three wake up"—it’s a delicious aphrodisiac!

Peruvian Style Lo Mein, CHOOSE from Veggie, Chicken or Beef. Sauteed with onions, peppers and tomatoes.

Juicy Sirloin Steak served with 2 sides of your choosing.

Grilled skirt steak with 2 sides

Grilled chicken breast with 2 sides

Tender beef sautéed with onions, tomatoes, and soy sauce over french fries served with white rice

Tender chicken sautéed with onions, tomatoes, and soy sauce over french fries served with white rice

Fettuccine pasta made with our homemade Huancaina sauce. Choose your protein.

Peruvian-style beef fried rice

Peruvian-style chicken fried rice

Rice and beans mixed together served with steak and salsa criolla

Steak sautéed with onions and tomatoes, served with white rice, beans and salsa criolla

Breaded chicken breast with choice of 2 sides

1/4 chicken with 1 side option

1 whole rotisserie chicken

Half rotisserie chicken

1 pollo entero, papa frita o arroz blanco y ensalada mixta "No substitutes"

Half rotisserie chicken with 2 sides

Peruvian-style seafood fried rice

Sauteed fish mixed with onions, tomatoes, soy sauce, and fries

Fried rice with chicken, beef, & shrimp

Grilled salmon with a choice of 2 sides

Broiled fish & seafood stew

Fresh breaded sea bass fillet served with two options

Grilled salmon topped with shrimp in a creamy aji amarillo sauce served with white rice

Pan-fried fish fillet in a Peruvian cream sauce mixed with shrimp, mussels, and calamari

Seafood yellow rice

Peruvian lo mein-style seafood spaghetti

Battered fried fish pieces served with fried yucca and salsa criolla

Deep-fried seafood

Fish & shrimp Peruvian fried rice

Breaded shrimp served with mashed plantains

Mashed plantains

Fried cassava

Peruvian onion and tomato salad with lime juice

Sweet plantains

White rice

Yellow rice

Mixed salad

French fries

Red beans

White beans

Steamed vegetables

Our Mahi Mahi Ceviche Bowl, a Peruvian classic, offers fresh mahi mahi in a vibrant citrus marinade, adorned with sweet potato, cancha, and Peruvian corn, topped with crisp red onions. Customize your spice level for a truly personalized treat, perfect as a refreshing appetizer for any event. Our Ceviche Bowls serve 8-10 people.

A Peruvian classic, offers fresh shrimp in a vibrant citrus marinade, adorned with sweet potato, cancha, and Peruvian corn, topped with crisp red onions. Customize your spice level for a truly personalized treat, perfect as a refreshing appetizer for any event. Our bowl serves 8-10 people.

Our Ceviche Mixto Bowl, a Peruvian classic, offers fresh diced fish, squid, shrimp and mussels in a vibrant citrus marinade, adorned with sweet potato, cancha, and Peruvian corn, topped with crisp red onions. Customize your spice level for a truly personalized treat, perfect as a refreshing appetizer for any event. Our Bowl serves 8-10 people.

Includes our homemade vinaigrette dressing, our 160oz bowl serves 10-15 people.

Delicious, lightly seasoned Roasted Brussels Sprouts and butternut squash. Our 160oz bowl serves 10-15 people

Diced tomato, onions, cucumbers tossed with quinoa & vinaigrette dressing

Our signature mixed salad contains spring mix, tomatoes, cucumber, shredded carrots and avocado slices. It is accompanied with our homemade salad dressing. It comes in a 160oz bowl that serves 8-10 people

Peruvian Arroz con Pollo is a vibrant, cilantro-infused stew that melds tender chicken with aromatic rice, cooked in a flavorful broth seasoned with Peruvian spices. This hearty dish is perfect for gatherings, offering a delicious and comforting taste that's sure to impress at any event. Our Half Tray serves 8-10 people, it comes with 12 pieces of chicken (leg & thigh).

Peruvian Seco Norteño is a luxurious stew featuring tender lamb chops, marinated in a vibrant Aji Panca sauce with a mix of tomatoes, onions, and bell peppers, making it a standout addition to any buffet table. Its rich flavors and easy-to-serve cuts make it ideal for elegant gatherings​. Half Tray serves 8-10 people, this dish doesn't include any sides.

Peruvian Seco Combinado is a festive, cilantro-based stew featuring succulent beef chunks, simmered with tomatoes, onions, and bell peppers. Its rich flavors make it perfect for enhancing any party or event. Our Half Tray serves 8-10 people, rice must be bought separately. It also includes Salsa Criolla on the side.

Aji de Gallina is a traditional Peruvian dish that's perfect for any party or event, offering a creamy and comforting taste with a mild spice from ají amarillo peppers. This dish combines shredded chicken in a rich sauce made with nuts and Parmesan, served over rice with boiled potatoes and black olives, providing a satisfying and hearty meal that's both luxurious and deeply flavorful. Rice must be purchased separately. Our Half Tray serves 8-10 people.

Arroz con Mariscos is Peru's answer to paella, bringing a rich, coastal flair to the classic rice dish. This dish is a seafood lover's dream and an excellent choice for those looking to elevate their party's buffet. Despite being a premium option on the menu, Arroz con Mariscos delivers exceptional value, offering a generous quantity with the Half Tray (serves 8-10 people) and Full Tray (serves 15-20). It's the perfect way to add a touch of Peruvian elegance to your event while treating your guests to a delightful, satisfying meal ​. Contains shrimp, calamari, mussels and clams.

Arroz Chaufa "El Gordo" is a vibrant celebration of Peruvian-Chinese culinary fusion, featuring deliciously battered fried sea bass and shrimp mixed with Peruvian-style fried rice. It's rich flavors include soy sauce and a hint of ginger. It's a filling and flavorful addition to any party or event, offering a generous serving that combines the heartiness of a rice dish with the satisfaction of protein-packed seafood​. Our Half Tray- serves 8-10 people and Full Tray serves 15-20 people.

Arroz Chaufa is a sensational Peruvian-Chinese culinary masterpiece, combining perfectly seasoned rice with a symphony of savory flavors from soy, ginger, and garlic. Choose from different proteins- each adding its unique twist to this vibrant and aromatic dish. Perfect for anyone craving a rich, flavorful journey through Peru's diverse culinary landscape. Chaufa Especial contains beef, chicken and Shrimp . Our Half Tray serves 8-10 people and Full Tray 15-20 people.

Pescado a lo Macho is a creamy, robust Peruvian seafood dish featuring a fried Sea Bass fillet smothered in a spicy, tomato-based sauce enriched with seafood like shrimp, squid, and mussels. Its hearty blend of flavors makes it a perfect, indulgent choice for any festive table​. Our Half Tray serves 8-10 people and Full Tray serves 15-20, Rice must be purchased SEPARATELY.

Saltado de Mariscos is an exquisite seafood stir-fry that showcases the best of Peruvian cuisine's multicultural influences. This luxurious version of the traditional Lomo Saltado swaps beef for a splendid mix of shrimp, squid, mussels, and scallops, sautéed with bell peppers and seasoned with a blend of soy sauce and red wine vinegar. It offers a vibrant, savory experience that’s both hearty and aromatic, making it a standout choice for any high-end buffet. Our Half Tray serves 8-10 people and Full Tray serves 15-20 people, Rice purchased separately.

Tallarin Saltado de Mariscos is a Peruvian twist on lo mein, combining linguini with a colorful mix of tomatoes, onions, and peppers, stir-fried with succulent shrimp, squid, and mussels. This dish is a feast for the senses, offering a rich tapestry of flavors that makes it a luxurious addition to any event. Our Half Tray serves 8-10 people and Full Tray 15-20 people.

Our Half Tray serves 8-10 people. This Vegetable fried rice contains string beans, peas, carrots and eggs.

Our Full Tray serves 15-20 people. This Vegetable fried rice contains string beans, peas, carrots and eggs.

Tender potatoes drizzled with a creamy sauce made from cheese and Peruvian Aji Amarillo. Not spicy and bursting with rich flavors. A Peruvian favorite that's simply irresistible. Order a Half Tray (serves 8-10) or Full Tray (serves 15-20).

Our Peruvian Vegetable Lo Main comes in your choice of a Half Tray serving 8-10 people or a Full Tray serving 15-20 people.

Sweet Plantains (Maduros). Half Tray serves 8-10 people, Full Tray serves 15-20.

Our Yellow Rices contain peas and carrots. Half Tray serves 8-10 people and Full Tray serves 15-20.

Peruvian Tallarin Verde combines linguine in a lush green sauce made from spinach, basil, and queso fresco, creating a creamy, vibrant taste and perfect for any festive buffet​m we especially love it with our Peruvian Rotisserie Chicken. Our Half Tray serves 8-10 people and Full Tray serves 15-20.

Our signature homemade Passion Fruit Juice is a perfect addition for your event, looking for a great mixer? We love pairing this with a bottle of bubbly or vodka.

Peruvian Chicha Morada is a delightful blend of purple corn, pineapple, and cinnamon, creating a refreshing, tangy drink that’s perfect as a vibrant complement to any meal.