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Peruvian
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Serves meat, vegan options available. Peruvian restaurant. Has vegan choices listed on menu. Open Mon-Thu 11:00am-9:00pm, Fri-Sat 11:00am-10:00pm, Sun 11:00am-8:00pm.
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234 E Commercial St, Springfield, Missouri, USA, 65803
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Last update on 06 Aug 2016 by Guest
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30 Reviews
First Review by 0verdrive
bradleyx43
Points +64
Excellent Peruvian Food - Edit
The portabella saltado and portabella sandwich were great. The chicha mirador is a must!
Read morePros: Service, Atmosphere , Chicha!
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NikW
Points +93
Great Peruvian - Edit
Vegan menu on the back of their happy
Read morehour menu. Lots of options. The palta fritas and the portobello saltado was really fantastic. The vegan spicy rocoto pasta was good but not really my thing. I would definitely return and try more!
Pros: Lots of options , Vegan takes on authentic Peruvian , Very nice atmosphere
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Smitty1931
Points +240
Lots of Vegan Options - Edit
Ate here while passing through; food was really good. I got the jackfruit fajitas and they were really good. The beans and rice were delicious.
Read moreUpdated from previous review on 2024-05-15
DianaCarter
I had no idea they had jackfruit fajitas. We will definitely have to give them a try. Thanks for posting the review.
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wags
Points +24
Wonderful! - Edit
Great restaurant, nice atmosphere, and awesome food. They have a separate vegan menu which is nice. I had the black bean and jackfruit nachos and also the jungle bowl. Both were delicious!
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MaryPomerantz
Points +99
Peruvian Dellght! - Edit
Who would have thought you could find a restaurant gem in a small town in the Midwest! They have a whole vegan menu that was almost totally gluten-free. We were in culinary heaven! It was happy hour, so we ordered a half vegan nachos that were a real surprise with a pico de Gallo made with tiny minced veggies and mangos. It added a tangy spiciness to the nachos. Then, we shared a vegan tamale smothered in roasted peppers in a spice soft. Finally, we split a Puca Picante, sautéed mushrooms, onions, and bell peppers in a mildly spicy sauce and tossed with potatoes. My husband had dessert-Maxamorra Morada, a hot fruit pudding sprinkled with cinnamon. Everything was delicious. I would highly recommend this charming restaurant. #Veganuary
Read moreUpdated from previous review on 2024-01-04
Pros: The food was excellent, The historic building and decor was charming., The staff was friendly, efficient, and helpful.
Cons: None
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SophieWoycheese
Points +128
Separate vegan menu, ask for it! - Edit
Cafe Cusco has a wonderful ambience and friendly staff, although I do feel the wait time is much longer here than other places I go to. Even Van Gogh's, a sister restaurant, is quicker than my experiences at Cafe Cusco. However, I much prefer Cafe Cusco's food and vegan menu. I recommend the black bean fajitas, the vegetable quinoa soup, and the black bean burger. Their fries are also really good, whether you pick regular or sweet potato. They have a delicious seasoning on those fries. My mouth is watering just thinking about their food. I'd say my only con (a personal preference) is a lot of the meals have mushrooms so I haven't tried much of the menu, not being a big fan of mushrooms, and they are the primary substitute for meat in these dishes. But if you enjoy mushrooms you'll have a variety of options!
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TaylorSublett
Points +179
Separate Vegan Menu - Edit
This was such a fun restaurant to try and was pleasantly surprised they had a separate Vegan Menu. It made it incredibly easy to order. And it wasn't just one or two items, you'll have trouble narrowing down what you should order! The food was great, definitely give it a try.
Read morePros: Separate Vegan Menu , Happy Hour for drinks and appetizers , Atmosphere
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DawnWheeler
Points +82
Fantastic! - Edit
The vegan menu here is extensive and the flavors were phenomenal. I ordered the tamale for an app and it was delicious and enough to share. I had the portobello tacos for dinner. They had just enough spice to make them very flavorful. My friend ordered the glass noodle dish and I got a taste of that as well. It was delicious. We will definitely be back next time we are in town!
Read morePros: Price , Large vegan menu, Amazing tastes
Cons: None
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wandering44
Points +343
Not bad - Edit
This place has great ambiance an the staff is very friendly. The food was good . The fried guacamole was just fried sliced avocado with mango sauce . Not great . Somehow rather bland .The tamal was pretty amazing very flavorful. The mushroom escebeche was described as something different and that it was . If you don’t like or are not sure about kalamata olives I don’t suggest this . It wasn’t bad don’t think I would order again . The house made hot sauce was pretty good
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Chillincat
Points +403
Delicious Salads - Edit
The salad dressing are delicious and staff always kind.
Read morePros: Salads dressings are so good
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Mariacarroll
Points +110
One of my favorites! - Edit
They have a separate menu for vegetarian/vegan options!
Read moreMany many choices! Great food and beautiful atmosphere!
Pros: Lots of options , Gluten-free options , Dessert options
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Ophelia_Jett
Points +891
Cute secluded restaurant - Edit
This is a cute secluded restaurant on Commercial with vegan menu. They have a good cocktail menu and the service is nice. There was nothing extraordinary about the menu but it was a nice moderately priced restaurant with some cultural options. Unfortunately think they are tied to Van Gogh.
Read moreUpdated from previous review on 2022-04-08
Pros: Cute and secluded , Moderately priced , Vegan options
Cons: Nothing special , Location inconvenient , Not very healthy
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VanillaGorilla
Points +58
We absolutely loved cafe Cusco. We’ve returned many times. - Edit
They catered to all our needs in our family!! Even my grandbaby who wanted rice and broccoli!! Amazing service atmosphere and the food is a burst of yumminess in every bite. Flavors literally explode in your mouth. #Adulthappymeals
Read morePros: Has a vegetarian menu, Knowledgeable , Amazing service
Cons: None
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DianaWFPB
Points +501
Amazing Food! - Edit
We started out with Fried Guacamole, which was FANTASTIC! The mango sauce was delicious.
Read moreOur vegetarian daughter ordered the Pesto Peru without mushrooms. She said it was very rich. She had to take part of it to go.
My husband and I each had the Vegan Portobello Tacos, which were AMAZING! Spicy and delicious. A non-vegan would enjoy these and probably not realize it is not meat. The size of each taco (3 total) was good.
5-stars!
Pros: Vegan menu, Amazing architecture , Fast service
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Tubajuba
Points +271
Not Impressed - Edit
It is a beautiful restaurant but the food isn’t as good. The fried guacamole was slices of fried avocado with a overly sweet salsa. The rocoto pasta was just spaghetti with only three flavor notes, spicy, salty and vinegar. The puca mushroom/pepper was overly sweet and had more potatoes than mushrooms or peppers. The potatoes were not heated through. Some were cold and some were lukewarm. All in all it did not measure up to previous experiences eating at Peruvian restaurants. I can’t see myself eating here again.
Read morePros: Separate vegan menu. , Great atmosphere. , Very good drinks.
Cons: Food wasn’t that good.
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AnaNuVegan
Points +109
What a great experience! - Edit
I love the fact that there are enough vegan options here that they can make it into a separate vegan menu. Cafe Cusco has such a nice atmosphere. Perfect for date nights. My boyfriend and I shared the vegan tamal. It was a great starter for such a cold night. Lots of flavorful veggies and good sized portion too. I ordered the vegan puca picante. It was more sweet than spicy but still tasty. It had a nice texture and it was very hearty. My boyfriend ordered the vegan rocoto pasta. A little spicy, salty from olives and capers. Two vastly tasting dishes. Last but not least, we ordered the Mazamorra Morada. Think of it as a spiced fruit pudding. Pretty sweet... it was interesting to try.
Read moreGreat experience, tasty food, quick service. I will definitely be back to try some of the other vegan options!
Pros: Separate vegan menu, (sweet) house made hot sauce, Perfect for date night
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SarahSmile
Points +54
Great! - Edit
Cool atmosphere and everything I've had has been good. Separate vegan menu is available includes desert!
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StaciSchu
Points +61
Fantastic food, slow service - Edit
The restaurant is gorgeous, the staff was friendly. We had never experienced Peruvian food before so we had no expectations. We had the fried guacamole, it was surprisingly sweet and spicy. We also had the fritas huancaina it was absolutely fantastic! For our entrees we had the puca picante and the pesto Peru. The puca picante was also sweet and spicy. The pesto Peru was very filling and to die for! If you like pesto this is amazing! The service was very slow but the quality of the food made up for it! If you’re vegan who is horrified by things like calf heart, goat, and bunny being on the menu you’ll want to look elsewhere.
Read morePros: Fantastic food , Vegan menu, Beautiful atmosphere
Cons: Slow service
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CarinWixom
Points +18
So amazing!! - Edit
Such an adorable little place with its own delicious vegan menu! The food was AMAZING! We are definitely coming back here! 👌
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JaimeeMcG
Points +110
Great spot on Commercial Street - Edit
I love Cafe Cusco ❤️❤️ They have a separate vegan menu, and most options are also gluten-free. The restaurant is in a historic building and has great private booths. Try the fried guacamole and arroz verde!
Read morePros: Separate vegan menu with many options, Fresh and flavorful food, Great private booths
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o1iv3rpAl
Points +30
Delightful Gem - Edit
Located on Commercial Street this little gem has the most delightful vegan offerings!
Read morePros: Lots of vegan options (loved the yuca fries), Tasty offerings, not just salads, Alcohol served for those who indulge
Cons: Lunch was reasonable priced!
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Sofafilms
Points +335
Good vegan menu - Edit
They had an extensive vegan menu. I ordered a delicious Peruvian dish with potatoes and veggies. They even had a vegan dessert I did not try but it looked good.
Read morePros: Excellent vegan options , Friendly service , Restaurant has character
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yolikaerey
Points +158
Has a separate Vegan menu - Edit
What a cute little corner cafe! Adorable Peruvian decor. The food is delicious!
Read morePros: Lots of Vegan options.
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BeeJay
Points +24
Super Vegan - Edit
Wow. Can I say it again. Wow. My wife is vegan and I like good healthy food. This place did not disappoint on either side of the table. One of the best meals we have had in a very long time. She LOVED the vegan menu. Very few places have a separate vegan menu. She did not need to substitute anything. We drove down from Kansas City and got there before 7 pm. It was getting busy by 8 on a Friday night. I would highly recommend this place. On Sunday we will drive out of our way to visit again.
Read morePros: Great menu choices, Great ingredients , Booths are nice and private
Cons: None
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Dvlemuerd
Points +59
L-O-V-E this place! Very tasty and freshly prepared food. Heaven. - Edit
When I came in I was impressed by the cute boots. I am always impressed when the vegan menu comes standard along with the normal menu. The menu was very rich. The vegan tamal was very tasty the main course amazing! So refreshing to have this restaurant in the Midwest. Thank you!
Read morePros: Dedicated vegan menu, Food has its own taste , Lovely boots
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JasonSwadleyCanon
Points +22
Burger and sweet potato fries! - Edit
Do get the bean burger and the sweet potato fries. The fries are the best I've had anywhere.
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Elidorian
Points +27
Great Atmosphere and yummy vegan options - Edit
There were a few vegan options on the menu. The food was great and the drinks were delicious!
Read morePros: A few vegan options
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