Pio Pio 2

Peruvian restaurant · Jackson Heights

Pio Pio 2

Peruvian restaurant · Jackson Heights

84-02 Northern Blvd, Jackson Heights, NY 11372

Highlights

Pio Pio is a lively Jackson Heights eatery serving up mouthwatering rotisserie chicken with vibrant flavors and a fun, spacious atmosphere perfect for groups.

84-02 Northern Blvd, Jackson Heights, NY 11372 Get directions

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@onthegrid

"Enjoy family-style portions of perfectly seasoned rotisserie chicken at this popular Peruvian chain. Start with the ceviche -- zippy and fresh. Move on to the gigantic Jalea seafood platter—fried to crispy goodness. The main event here is the chicken which is served with classic Peruvian sides of rice and beans, fried yuca and salchipapas. Enjoy it with a strong Pisco Sour and douse everything in their addictive aji verde sauce — a mix of cilantro, jalapeno, lime, garlic and mayonnaise. The cavernous space with floor to ceiling windows is great for large groups and watching the local nightlife. The owner of Pio Pio is steadily building an empire along this stretch of Northern Boulevard with Juanitas, Amaru Pisco Bar and Pio To Go." - Diane Shaw

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@onthegrid

"Pio Pio, Jackson Heights by Diane Shaw. Enjoy family-style portions of perfectly seasoned rotisserie chicken at this popular Peruvian chain. Start with the ceviche -- zippy and fresh. Move on to the gigantic Jalea seafood platter—fried to crispy goodness. The main event here is the chicken which is served with classic Peruvian sides of rice and beans, fried yuca and salchipapas. Enjoy it with a strong Pisco Sour and douse everything in their addictive aji verde sauce — a mix of cilantro, jalapeno, lime, garlic and mayonnaise. The cavernous space with floor to ceiling windows is great for large groups and watching the local nightlife. The owner of Pio Pio is steadily building an empire along this stretch of Northern Boulevard with Juanitas, Amaru Pisco Bar and Pio To Go."

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"Pio Pio serves some of our favorite roast chicken in the entire city. For $10, you get half a juicy rotisserie chicken and a side of slightly spicy Peruvian green sauce. You’ll notice that there’s a lot of literature here about someone named Mama Juanita - the person who the chicken is named after. Try her namesake bird, and you’ll understand why we often list her as our emergency contact." - Hannah Albertine

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"Along with Julia Child and The Colonel, there aren’t many people in the world of chicken that we’d like to meet as much as Mama Juanita, whose name is all over the Pio Pio menu. Her namesake chicken, which is the focus at all eight locations, is better than almost any rotisserie-style bird in the city. For $10, you get a half chicken with juicy meat and a side of spicy Peruvian green sauce that balances out the sweetness of the skin. In case you want to go down the very wise path of chasing chicken with more chicken, you should get the empanadas de pollo, which are stuffed with a shredded version of Mama Juanita’s chicken." - Matt Tervooren

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Dayana Jimenez

Google

Pio Pio offers some of the most delicious Peruvian food I've ever had! The quality of everything was exceptional, absolutely incredible, I have nothing bad to say about the food. On the downside, the service is a bit slow due to how busy it gets, and the desserts could be just as outstanding as the main dishes. The prices are a bit high, but it’s definitely worth it for a special treat. Highly recommended for anyone craving amazing Peruvian cuisine!

Pornpan Marks

Google

I'm shocked I've been missing out on this Jackson Heights gem all these years! The food is exceptional, particularly the Mixto seafood salad - it's like a taste of the ocean. And don't even get me started on the sangria... fresh, fruity, and utterly delicious! Can't wait to go back and indulge again!

Carlton R

Google

This place is probably one of the best if not the best for Peruvian food! I have been coming here for many many years and I’ll say that the food is extremely consistent. We always get the matador which is a lot of food but for the price and what you get from they one order, it’s well worth it! Overall value is amazing. The ambience is nice but I wouldn’t say it’s romantic or intimate! Love this restaurant

Google

Looking for the ultimate Peruvian rotisserie chicken experience? Look no further! This spot is a gem for chicken lovers, offering a twist on the classic dish that will exceed your expectations. Even if you're used to having rotisserie chicken at home, the flavor and quality here will blow you away. Personally, I'm not one to usually order chicken when dining out, but I couldn't resist, and wow, it was hands down the best chicken I've ever tasted. And the ceviche micro? Absolutely delightful! Now, onto the service. While the waitstaff presence is abundant, there's room for improvement in their attentiveness. But fear not, the lively atmosphere with live music adds to the fun, although it can get a tad loud if you're seated too close to the band. Pro tip: If you're aiming for a cozy conversation, opt for a table farther away from the music. Just a heads up, this place tends to cater to larger groups, so it's wise to make reservations in advance. Get ready to indulge in fantastic food and vibrant ambiance!

WHITE LION

Google

Not for Mio highly over-rated short: cold service, cold food, hot prices long: I was asking around for recommendations for a Hispanic restaurant to take my family members for a birthday lunch. This place was highly recommended by a coworker. The location itself is a massive, wide, open space, which seems great for events. It was after the second visit that I realized it actually looks like a car dealership went out of business, paint the walls, add tables and chairs, and overall, a smart conversion if that's the case. The second thing I noticed is how little the servers give a sh1t. They do the bare minimum. First visit: The first time, yes, there, unfortunately, was a second time. We had the following: camarones cuzco; ceviche; and el matador. My mother was very unsatisfied with the ceviche; the camarones cuzco would have been okay at a much lower price it was substandard and cold; matador was visually impressive the size of it but it's definitely quantity over quality. The second time, I was invited by a group of coworkers. It was a surprise. I enjoyed their company. The waiter didn't even leave a menu for her. I had to walk back to the entrance to get it myself. I had the jalea, a very dry, unflavorful dish that looked like food scraps. I asked the waiter for sauce because it was so dry and he was adamant that they didn't have any sauce, even though later on the party next to our table was brought a container with sauce. My coworker got the camarones cuzco, same as the first time. Our friend got the filet mignon dish which consisted mainly of fries. I don't like posting negative reviews so I didn't post it after the first visit. I'm doing this more for me to remind me to be firm and decline any future invitations to this place. One positive: the sangria tastes great.

yana

Google

Food was excellent. Their service was a little off. Had to repeat order a few times before the server understood what we wanted. Atmosphere was great, not very popular on a Tuesday night. There wasn’t a wait for a table.

Ivette Castillo

Google

Great place to have lunch with your family. The restaurant is very specious. The food is delicious. My sister’s MIL brought in a mariachi and without prior notice they allowed them to play for her with no problem. We appreciated that! The staff is super friendly and professional. I would definitely recommend Pio Pio 2!

jonathan reyes

Google

The food here is mouth watering good. Fall of the bone tender, and generously seasoned. They close early is the only issuer I have. They will close the gates on you and ask you to leave at 10 pm. I was sitting there eating my food and noticed the gates coming down and the waiter brought the check and told us 'they were closed.' Other than that the food is great. Drinks could be a lot better so could there happy hour.