D'candela - Chicago

Casual, Peruvian, American
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D'candela

D'candela
4.1 / 5 (1234 reviews)

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An earnest neighborhood Peruvian spot offers boldly seasoned, affordable dishes with generous portions — think standout broasted chicken, rice con camarones and satisfying desserts — and operates BYOB with a $3 corkage. However, inconsistent service and management lapses often overshadow the food: long waits, cold or under-marinated ceviche, salty tamal, canceled or delayed advance orders and occasional rude staff leave patrons frustrated. Great value and memorable flavors are present, but operational problems need fixing before full recommendation.

Last update: 17.01.2026 from: c

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★ 4.1 / 5 from 1234 reviews
c-m-isaac-2
20.03.2024

Had the half chicken, rice and plantains. Everything was freash,hot, and delicious!!!! Also had chicken empanada which was really good as well. Service was friendly and fast!

karla-esbona
20.03.2024

Food is amazing and reasonably priced. Portions are good and the amount of sauces to pair with the food were generous.

juan-145
19.08.2023

First, the staff. They are clearly understaffed, we waited over 1 hour for our food, simple order. They barely pay attention to you.The food. The “Lomo Fino” we asked “MEDIUM” was well done. The “Churrasco a lo Pobre” was thin, and looked just sad.The worst one, the Lomo Saltado. Supposed to be good at a Peruvian Restauran, was simply not good at all. The vegetables look almost raw, the rice was undercooked, and there was a weird flavor that I could not tell what it was, maybe old oil?The papas a la haucaina had too much sauce. But it was ok.I’m not coming back, sorry but the quality is not there and the staff is not too attentive. They need more people, and cooks that know how to properly cook something as simple as a Lomo Saltado.

gabriel-labrador
20.03.2024

I waited 1+ hour for the food really uncomfortable

anthony-2102
19.08.2023

This is a BYOB. No alcoholic beverages are available. You will be charged $3.00 dollars for a bottle or any six packs you bring in the restaurant. I recommend the Rice Con Camarones no listed but is so great and can be shared by two people per plate. Is a lot of rice. Mmmmmmmmmmmm delicious.Food: 5/5

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There is a TV / screen on-site where sports are broadcast.

The rooms on site are wheelchair accessible and can also be used with a wheelchair or physiological limitations.

The restaurant also accepts credit cards from the common providers for payment.

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