Celeste - Somerville

This location is convenient and cute, but that's roughly where the pros end. I would strongly recommend getting reservations as it's a popular spot that is absolutely tiny. We had reservations and were seated quickly, but it was a struggle to both get an order in, and then be served. At one point we got up to check if they were indeed still working on our order. We also got up when we needed utensils or more water--they simply would not notice our attempts to flag down a waiter. I don't mind lack of service generally, but it really does not fit this ambiance or price point, or indeed the layout of the restaurant. I ordered the camaron al ajillo and it was served in very odd dishes. A baking tray for shrimp? An earthen pot for steamed white rice? It took up up a cumbersome amount of space and made the gravy hard to scoop up. The food was good, but neither measured up to the price point nor all my previous excellent experiences with Peruvian food. The quest for good local Peruvian continues.

Service: Dine in Meal type: Dinner Price per person: $50–100 Food: 5 Service: 5 Atmosphere: 5 Recommended dishes: Cau Cau De Mariscos Seafood Stew with Mint Tumeric and Aji Amarillo

The food here is very good, but the service and professionalism needs a little improving. We had a 7pm reservation and weren’t seated until 7:45pm, however the waiter did comp our appetizer which was appreciated. We ordered the mixed seafood ceviche, scallops, and seafood risotto. Our favorite was the scallops and the pisco sour cocktails (10/10! . Unfortunately, we found that overall this restaurant isn’t worth the trek from Boston.

Great service, food and environment. A place made right for Union Sq.

Best Peruvian food in Boston! Great service, food, enviroment and super awesome owners!