A glimpse inside of Inka’s, Downtown Syracuse’s premier Peruvian restaurant.
At the corner of South Salina and Washington street, Inka’s, a Peruvian-style restaurant brings a distinctive point of view to Armory Square’s dining scene. The restaurant’s roots are deeply Peruvian, but it also follows the legacy of using Japanese influences like Nikkei-style cooking, where citrus, chile, soy and seafood come together to produce a unique and exquisite meal.
When it comes to the main dish, Inka’s Lomo Saltado, a traditional Peruvian beef dish brings steak slices,and sautéed tomato and onion together in a savory sauce, and plates alongside this dish a nice service of rice and crisp golden fries. Another fantastic option is the Pollo a la brasa, a dish slowly roasted over wood and charcoal which gave it a delicious flavorful char. This is fantastic Peruvian staple worth considering for a meal. It is savory and full of flavor, and wonderfully, tender, soft and juicy.
A delicious, juicy and savory Lomo Saltado dish from Inka’s served with white rice and a side of fries.
A glimpse of the Pollo A La Brasa, a chicken entreé with well-seasoned charred tender chicken, a side of fries, and creamy ají pollero sauce which really ties the dish together.
An Inka’s server brings a tables worth of entreés and appetizers to a busy table of customers.
What makes Inka’s unique is that there is range beyond the classic Peruvian-style cuisine. Tiradito Nikkei and maki rolls make the Japanese-Peruvian connection explicit, while vegetarian plates such as roasted cauliflower with ají amarillo give the menu some flair and uniqueness that you don’t find too often in traditional Peruvian restaurants. The staff is highly attentive, and extremely friendly. It is a restaurant you can easily enjoy for a nice dinner and expect some great service then entire meal.
As for the space, it is a chic and contemporary design. The restaurant is filled with a lively atmosphere making it a great spot to go out for a date night or to hang with friends and family. What I can say with full certainty is that Inka’s is a one of a kind Peruvian restaurant, and a spot that gives you a chance to explore a unique menu that makes their cuisine so compelling.
