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Hours
| Friday | 11 AM–9 PM |
| Saturday | 11 AM–9 PM |
| Sunday | 11 AM–9 PM |
| Monday | Closed |
| Tuesday | 5–9 PM |
| Wednesday | 5–9 PM |
| Thursday | 5–9 PM |
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Reviews
Kasandra Marzec
What a wonderful hidden gem we found on our way back down to San Diego. The perfect location right off the freeway but tucked away enough to really enjoy good conversation, wonderful food, and attentive service. My mom and I will be adding this to our list of favorite places to bring family and friends and continue to be part of the Manka guest list. I would recommend for special occasions or for a random Wednesday evening like we did! It was quiet but don’t let that make you shy, the plates were unbelievable. Jonathan was a great host and was attentive but also let us have our fun and truly enjoy each plate. Thank you!
… moreEric Lai
A surprising find in Carlsbad, serving up Peruvian fare at a caliber I didn’t expect outside of San Diego (or LA for that matter).
This establishment is upscale, but provides an intimate yet modern setting for a delicious gastronomic trip to Peru. A few of us in a party of 8 arrived early, and got to sit at the bar (just big enough to seat the 3 of us) and enjoy some Pisco sours as we waited.
There was a minor mix-up with our large reservation and some ongoing events at the restaurant, but the FOH staff went above and beyond in making sure we were accommodated. And then once seated, we experienced quality and attentive service that looked after the entire table, including two minors. Thank you!
The food itself was tasty beyond expectations. For a party of 8, we did family-style and ordered 6 appetizers, 5 entrées, and 4 desserts. Afterwards, everyone had trouble identifying just one dish that they loved the most, because everything was so good. For me, the standouts were:
– Anticuchos de Corazón: IYKYK, but this was so perfectly grilled that the flavors and textures were irresistibly delicate and satisfying; plus the spicy chimichurri might be one of my favorite things from this entire meal (had to ask for more)
– Branzino con Cremoso Choclo: a well-grilled branzino butterfly fillet, paired with a balanced aji amarillo sauce, and a corn-cheese side.. what’s not to like!
– Churrasco a la Peruana: a tallarín verde dish, perfect for carb-loading before a race; paired with a well-grilled portion of NY steak
– Mousse de Lucuma: a Peruvian establishment is worth its salt (IMO) when even its dessert course options feature uniquely regional flavors
Would very much recommend this place.. can’t wait to find an excuse to visit this part of town again.
… moreThis establishment is upscale, but provides an intimate yet modern setting for a delicious gastronomic trip to Peru. A few of us in a party of 8 arrived early, and got to sit at the bar (just big enough to seat the 3 of us) and enjoy some Pisco sours as we waited.
There was a minor mix-up with our large reservation and some ongoing events at the restaurant, but the FOH staff went above and beyond in making sure we were accommodated. And then once seated, we experienced quality and attentive service that looked after the entire table, including two minors. Thank you!
The food itself was tasty beyond expectations. For a party of 8, we did family-style and ordered 6 appetizers, 5 entrées, and 4 desserts. Afterwards, everyone had trouble identifying just one dish that they loved the most, because everything was so good. For me, the standouts were:
– Anticuchos de Corazón: IYKYK, but this was so perfectly grilled that the flavors and textures were irresistibly delicate and satisfying; plus the spicy chimichurri might be one of my favorite things from this entire meal (had to ask for more)
– Branzino con Cremoso Choclo: a well-grilled branzino butterfly fillet, paired with a balanced aji amarillo sauce, and a corn-cheese side.. what’s not to like!
– Churrasco a la Peruana: a tallarín verde dish, perfect for carb-loading before a race; paired with a well-grilled portion of NY steak
– Mousse de Lucuma: a Peruvian establishment is worth its salt (IMO) when even its dessert course options feature uniquely regional flavors
Would very much recommend this place.. can’t wait to find an excuse to visit this part of town again.
Lisa Te
Absolutely impressed. Every dish was thoughtfully prepared, with beautifully balanced flavors and excellent presentation. You can genuinely taste the care, passion, and attention to detail in each plate. Nothing felt overdone just well-executed, refined, and deeply satisfying food.
The service was equally impeccable. The staff were attentive and welcoming, and Jonathan in particular made the experience exceptional with his professionalism and warmth. We loved every dish and would highly recommend to anyone and hope to be back soon!
… moreThe service was equally impeccable. The staff were attentive and welcoming, and Jonathan in particular made the experience exceptional with his professionalism and warmth. We loved every dish and would highly recommend to anyone and hope to be back soon!
zayd aldahleh
I will definitely make this a stop if you are ever in the area! Everything about this place was amazing. Thank you to the wonderful staff and the amazing chefs for a delicious experience! From the ceviches to the desserts, everything was perfect and delicious!
… moreLina Echeverria
Looked for an “after church” lunch spot and tripped into Manka without doing my research which ended up in sticker price shock. Peruvian food has the audacity to meet all foodies of all levels anywhere in the world with excitement. So that’s how I stepped into this experience, but as soon as i opened the menu there was that moment of “the air quickly turning thick and I lost the initial ambiance connection and starting sulking in my seat. All that was good was gone except the beautiful mural by Rudolph Castro. That was all I clinged to as I awaited a Lomo Saltado dish and a side of fried yucca to come out from the kitchen. The server elegantly handled his two quiet customers, “us” in a space that smelled more like a day old wet mop then the ancestral smells of key peruvian ingredients wafting thru out. The mural depicted humble cooks sharing a meal. The high level artistry and talent of the painter stole my attention and I was mesmerized by his loose line work and the blending of charcoal and white paint. Was I there for the food or the art? The visuals got me thru the wait as did the music, and as soon as the plate was delivered all i noticed was the large potato wedges covering the lomo (steak), it was as if they were hiding the small servings of meat, see picture. Taste was good overall, but presentation needed to be finer than FINE!
POV: local trying out a new restaurant in the Village with afro peruvian roots looking to be spoiled.
The whole time, I kept thinking of the Oceanside spot, the mural there and the decent pricing. MANKA has the potential of filling it up with the after church crowd on the corner if their aggressive pricing turned moderate.
… morePOV: local trying out a new restaurant in the Village with afro peruvian roots looking to be spoiled.
The whole time, I kept thinking of the Oceanside spot, the mural there and the decent pricing. MANKA has the potential of filling it up with the after church crowd on the corner if their aggressive pricing turned moderate.
Mike Atkinson
My wife’s taste buds are not especially adventurous, so when I told her we were going to try this place she was really concerned. She is not anymore. Everything we ordered was absolutely amazing. And ended it with the passion fruit cheesecake. Wow!
… moreScott
We stumbled upon this place randomly because we happen to love Peruvian food and this place did not disappoint! We came to find its only been open for two weeks, they do not have any “new restaurant” issues at all. Service was speedy and great. The dishes were delicious. We sat on the patio around sunset and it was perfect. Definitely will be back next time we are in the area. The only thing I would like to see changed is the pisco sour. It was over 50% froth so it seemed like it was gone in 3 sips and you were left with half a glass of egg white foam which did not seem like a good value for the cost.
… moreClaudia Brown
We checked Manka out for the first time. It was absolutely the best! Great flavors, all dishes amazing, nice atmosphere, big patio, nicest service (thank you, Jonathan)! Tons of parking, too. We will be back to enjoy Peruvian food again.
… moreJoanne Cheng
Delicious and beautifully presented. Everything was well balanced and thoughtfully prepared. Great service and a nice, modern atmosphere. Would definitely come back!
… morePranjali Sharma
3.5 stars. I think this is a good restaurant but it is heavily overpriced.
We came here on a weeknight evening and had a reservation. I guess it was good that we did because while the restaurant was empty initially, it filled up quickly. They mainly have patio seating. The ambiance is nice but does not scream opulence that one would expect with the price tag.
The service is great. The servers are all knowledgeable and helpful. We started with the pisco sour and a Sauvignon Blanc. We tried their house sangria for a taste but it felt spicy for some reason and I didn’t like it. I’m glad I didn’t order that. The pisco sour was decent.
For the food, we started with causa limena as a shareable plate, and then got the lomo saltado and the chaufa Manka (chicken) as our entrees. The food came quickly and portions were decent.
The causa limena was deconstructed and delicious. The potatoes were cooked exactly the way you would expect a south Indian dosa (crepe) potato masala to be made. The cold chicken salad was an interesting but positive addition. We enjoyed the whole plate and definitely recommend getting this.
The entrees were good but this is where the pricing comes in. The lomo saltado is priced at $38 and the chaufa at $30 with chicken but $38 with seafood. We felt that the food was not delicious enough to pay this. The lomo saltado was quite tart and the sauce was very strong. You HAVE to add the rice to make it palatable. The meat was cooked to medium to well-done which we liked. The chaufa was a little plain, pretty much like fried rice, but I enjoyed it. It was definitely richer than just a fried rice in other restaurants. I would have liked more red peppers for some heat. The chicken could have been cooked a little more. We did end up taking some of entrees home.
Our experience was good but not worth the final check so if we come back, it will be for the shareables and ceviche only.
… moreWe came here on a weeknight evening and had a reservation. I guess it was good that we did because while the restaurant was empty initially, it filled up quickly. They mainly have patio seating. The ambiance is nice but does not scream opulence that one would expect with the price tag.
The service is great. The servers are all knowledgeable and helpful. We started with the pisco sour and a Sauvignon Blanc. We tried their house sangria for a taste but it felt spicy for some reason and I didn’t like it. I’m glad I didn’t order that. The pisco sour was decent.
For the food, we started with causa limena as a shareable plate, and then got the lomo saltado and the chaufa Manka (chicken) as our entrees. The food came quickly and portions were decent.
The causa limena was deconstructed and delicious. The potatoes were cooked exactly the way you would expect a south Indian dosa (crepe) potato masala to be made. The cold chicken salad was an interesting but positive addition. We enjoyed the whole plate and definitely recommend getting this.
The entrees were good but this is where the pricing comes in. The lomo saltado is priced at $38 and the chaufa at $30 with chicken but $38 with seafood. We felt that the food was not delicious enough to pay this. The lomo saltado was quite tart and the sauce was very strong. You HAVE to add the rice to make it palatable. The meat was cooked to medium to well-done which we liked. The chaufa was a little plain, pretty much like fried rice, but I enjoyed it. It was definitely richer than just a fried rice in other restaurants. I would have liked more red peppers for some heat. The chicken could have been cooked a little more. We did end up taking some of entrees home.
Our experience was good but not worth the final check so if we come back, it will be for the shareables and ceviche only.