Gabriella's - Dunn

Living in the Fayetteville area for the past 8 years we have really struggled with finding restaurants that aren?t straight garbage. We had an experience with D... read more Living in the Fayetteville area for the past 8 years we have really struggled with finding restaurants that aren?t straight garbage. We had an experience with Dunn about 7 years ago that left us with the impression that Dunn was a town that had zero tooffer.. welp I?m about to eat my words. Today we took Connor to Hubbs farm for the fall festival and after, I searched yelp fprsurrounding restaurants for dinner.. there were some closer spots that popped up but Gabriella mention Peruvian cuisine and thereviews were really good.. so even though we were skeptical (due to being burned by positive reviews in the past) we decided togive it a try.. this turned out to be an amazing decision. This little restaurant is a true hidden gem, it doesn?t look likemuch from the outside and honestly it?s modest on the inside too, but the food?. The food! OMG the FOOD!! They have anextensive yet straight forward Peruvian menu that included main ishes, soups and desserts. They also have a Jersey sandwichmenu that included breakfast and they also have some Italian items as well as traditional desserts. We ordered off of thePeruvian menu ?of course? Ted ordered the pollo Saltado, I got the Causa rellena and we also ordered the papas huancaina. Fordessert we ordered the picarones. Everything was absolutely delicious. The presentation, the flavors, the quality. You can tastethe love in this food! This is not typical food you find in Dunn or even anywhere close by! The staff is friendly theestablishment is clean, the portions are big and fairly priced and I honestly cannot wait to try another item off of their menu. Seriously, try Gabriella?s you will not be disappointed! For us it?s a forty minute drive and it will be worth every minute oftravel!

First visit, glad I found it for something different in the area. Ordered the Seafood Platter Jalea. Fried fish strips, fried shrimp, calamari, bay scallops, an... read more First visit, glad I found it for something different in the area. Ordered the Seafood Platter Jalea. Fried fish strips, fried shrimp, calamari, bay scallops, and clams fried in the shell, seasoned with Peruvian spices, and served with a red onion andtomato salsa on the side, and yuca fries (4). I poured the salsa over the fish. The lime juices, onions, and tomatoes made fora tasty condiment. I did ask for a small side of the aji amarrillo sauce to add more flavor, as the breading, although lightenough to enjoy the fish, had little seasoning. Dessert, I had to try the picarones. Deep fried sweet potatoes and butternutsquash donuts, served with a homemade brown sugar, clove, cinnamon, and figs syrup. The service was fine. Greeted at the door,choose any place to sit as they offer table service. They had a table of 8 when I arrived, all speaking Spanish. The serverbrought me sweet tea with the menu, lol. I don't drink sweet tea, so had her bring me water. I will return, more authenticdishes to try!

What a great surprise in Dunn. The owners are wonderful and the food was really good. She shared some of their favorites from the menu. This was our first Peruv... read more What a great surprise in Dunn. The owners are wonderful and the food was really good. She shared some of their favorites from the menu. This was our first Peruvian restaurant and we loved it. Can't wait to return and try more.

The food is delicious. I had the roasted chicken (pollo al horno) and my husband had the steak (bistec a lo pobre). Both were so good. The plantains were great... read more The food is delicious. I had the roasted chicken (pollo al horno) and my husband had the steak (bistec a lo pobre). Both were so good. The plantains were great too. Service was very friendly as well. Next time we go through Dunn, we will definitely go back.

What a delightful surprise! We found this gem on our way back to VA after visiting Myrtle. We were welcomed as soon as we stepped into the restaurant. The owner... read more What a delightful surprise! We found this gem on our way back to VA after visiting Myrtle. We were welcomed as soon as we stepped into the restaurant. The owners made us feel very welcomed and started recommending dishes. We left wishing there was arestaurant in northern Virginia! We leave with full stomach and the happiest of hearts!