We noticed that you're using an unsupported browser. The TripAdvisor website may not display properly.
We support the following browsers: Windows: Internet Explorer, Mozilla Firefox. Mac: Safari.
All 70 Gardena Restaurants »

El Rocoto

1356 W Artesia Blvd, Gardena, CA 90248-3370
310-768-8768
Got a photo?
Add it.
Ranked #22 of 70 restaurants in Gardena
4.5 of 5 stars 8 Reviews
Cuisines: Seafood
Restaurant details
Update restaurant details
Write a Review

8 reviews from our community

100% Recommend
    5
    3
    0
    0
    0
Rating summary
    Food
    Service
    Value
    Atmosphere
Date Rating
Lynwood, California
Reviewer
4 reviews 4 reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
9 helpful votes 9 helpful votes
“Real Peruvian Food”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 31 October 2011

This is my favorite Peruvian restaurant. My husband is Peruvian so I have tasted authentic Peruvian food in his family so I must say that Rocoto taste just as good as home made. The people here are friendly and we always get great service. Great for families or even just a nice dinner with ur loved one. I absolutely recommend... More

Was this review helpful? Yes
A TripAdvisor reviewer on Facebook
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
“4.5. fresh seafood”
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 5 September 2009

4.5. fresh seafood More

Was this review helpful? Yes
DFW, Texas
Senior Reviewer
6 reviews 6 reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
“Great tasting Peruvian-Asian food”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 3 July 2008

This is one unique restaurant. Owners are Chinese-Peruvians and the cooking has a wonderful blend of Asian-Peruvian...quite unique and hard to describe. I salivate just thinking of the food. The portions are HUGE! My favorite is Pescado Alo Macho (I think that's what it's called)... More

Was this review helpful? Yes
A TripAdvisor reviewer on Facebook
5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
“This place has great tasting food. Peruvian/Chinese fusion works for me.”
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 March 2008

This place has great tasting food. Peruvian/Chinese fusion works for me. More

Was this review helpful? Yes
A TripAdvisor reviewer on Facebook
“Love the lomo saltado.”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 2 March 2008

Love the lomo saltado. More

Was this review helpful? Yes
A TripAdvisor reviewer on Facebook
“Their tamales and seafood are excellent.”
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 November 2007

Their tamales and seafood are excellent. More

Was this review helpful? Yes
A TripAdvisor reviewer on Facebook
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
“El original...rico, rico! Excellent food!”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 8 March 2008
Google Translation

Was this review helpful? Yes
A TripAdvisor reviewer on Facebook
“cuando uno extraña su pais... este es el mejor restaurant peruano en california.”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 3 March 2008
Google Translation

Was this review helpful? Yes

Travellers who viewed El Rocoto also viewed

No photo provided
Eatalian Cafe
4.5 of 5 stars 26 Reviews
Gardena, CA
No photo provided
Hakata Ramen Shinsengumi
4.5 of 5 stars 29 Reviews
Gardena, CA
 
No photo provided
Sea Empress Seafood Restaurant
4 of 5 stars 13 Reviews
Gardena, CA
No photo provided
Lomeli's Italian Restaurant
4.5 of 5 stars 16 Reviews
Gardena, CA
 
All restaurants in Gardena (70)

Been to El Rocoto? Share your experiences!

Write a Review Add Photos Add Videos

Owners: What's your side of the story?

If you own or manage El Rocoto, register now for free tools to enhance your listing, attract new reviews, and respond to reviewers.

Manage your listing

Hotels travellers are raving about...

All hotels in Gardena (10)

Browse nearby

Restaurants (70) | Hotels (10) | Places to visit (3)
El Rocoto
1356 W Artesia Blvd
Gardena, CA 90248-3370
Get Directions
What's Nearby:
Click map pins for more information.
Interactive map

Free Gardena Guide

Get your quick guide to the top hotels, restaurants and things to do.
 
Download your guide now!
Get it now

Popular Gardena restaurants

Hotels around Gardena

Explore the world
Restaurants
Travel Destinations
Hotels
See all sites
Cruise Critic

The ultimate cruise resource: cruise reviews, deals, news and advice.

SeatGuru

The world's most comprehensive source for airline seats, airline info, & in-flight amenities.

Family Vacation Critic

The best family holidays start here.

Get the #1 travel app FREE>>
Take TripAdvisor with you

Find 50 million reviews & opinions of hotels, things to do, restaurants and more

GET IT
Named "#1 Travel App" by Frommer's