gypsy18
Absolutely WOWed by our experience at Chicken Rico in Leesburg Plaza. The chicken was so good and reasonably priced that it’s worth the trip to get a couple of whole chickens to take home to the family on your way home from work. You gotta get a couple of LARGE containers of macaroni and cheese too. You know that crunchy part on top of the mac and cheese casserole that everybody fights over at the dinner table? I’ve never had mac and cheese this good, and that crusty cheesy crunchy part… well, you’ll be craving it. And it’s also an authentically-prepared South American recipe that even us gringos will just eat up. The sauce that comes in little cups that you can pay extra for? I’m a wimp now with spicy food, so I asked the young man behind the counter to give me a few extra cups of the creamy sauce that’s not spicy. I’m sorry I’m not familiar enough with Peruvian cuisine to know what it’s called. But oh my gosh… you can’t have enough of it. I got plantains and not only did I dip my chicken in that sauce, I dipped my plantains in it too! I hope I’m not breaking too many intercontinental cuisine rules here, but Chicken Rico’s food is some of the BEST I’ve had anywhere, let alone locally in Loudoun County. We paid less than $29 for a whole chicken, large side of mac and cheese, large side of plantains, and four little cups of non-spicy creamy sauce. And I returned to the counter and left a hefty cash tip in the tip jar because the guys behind the counter couldn’t have been more friendly and helpful (and I’m just going to say it: very easy on the eyes which sure don’t hurt). Another thing that really impressed me was how clean the restaurant was on a Saturday night. And as we left just before closing, the cleaning staff was ROLLING UP THE RUGS to mop every inch of the place. Then they vacuumed the rugs! I feel like I’m a good cook, but I can’t make food this good. Can’t wait to go back.
… moreGladis MC
Great place to-go, they have whole chicken serve with your side preference I love the yucca and plátanos fritos . We go here at least three times a month.
… moreM P
No complaints. They are generous and without having to ask. If you think their service is bad, try some other places in the region. These guys set the bar!
… moreRafael toribio
I’m in heaven.
I travel for work and haven’t had anything near to home cooking till now.
The staff were very friendly and they didn’t skimp out on filling my plate.
Needless to say the food was fantastic and the green sauce was amazing.
I wish there were more of these in other places.
… moreDanis Santamaria
Best Peruvian chicken in Leesburg area. Chicken is consistent and the sides like the yuka and chickpeas are very well flavored. The yellow and green sauce are also excellent.
… moreHenry Lough
i have been coming weekly for about 4 years now. It’s really the best spot. great cost, great service and everything is good.
… moreLokesh Merupula
We tried fried fish, chicken taco bowl, Cau Cau, and pollo saltado. Loved all the dishes.
… moreLitzy A
Friendly staff, great chicken, awesome sides. The restaurant was very clean. You can’t go wrong!
… moreJose Crespin
I’m going to be honest, I did not enjoy the food from here, especially for the price. I spent $70 for 2 Lomo Saltados and 1 order of Carne Asada, the sauce for the Lomo Saltado had too much oil, and I barely got any meat in my Lomo Saltado but plenty of potatoes. The Carne Asada was actually disappointing, first off the cut of meat was very thin, second the steak was really dry, greasy, and cold. The sides weren’t bad in terms of flavor but the Yuca was cold as well. I normally don’t write bad reviews but for the price, this is essentially a rip-off, I’m sorry.
… moreSam Hale
Great meal. Need to do dine in. The portions for the money is great. The seasoning and sauces was spot on
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