Nestled along Northwest Highway in Garland, Texas, Gran Machu Picchu stands as a culinary beacon for lovers of authentic South American gastronomy. For over a decade, this family-owned neighborhood destination has served the greater Dallas-Fort Worth metroplex by delivering genuine, home-style Peruvian dishes crafted with care, tradition, and bold, vibrant ingredients. Peruvian cuisine is celebrated globally for its unique fusion of indigenous Incan traditions, Spanish flair, and Asian wok-cooking influences. At Gran Machu Picchu, these rich culinary lineages come alive in a welcoming, cozy environment that feels like dining in a family kitchen in Lima.
Whether you are a lifelong enthusiast of Andean flavors or a curious foodie eager to explore signature rotisserie chicken, citrus-cured ceviche, and comfort food classics, Gran Machu Picchu offers a culinary journey that captures the heart of Peru. From long-standing regulars who visit weekly to first-time diners seeking genuine flavor, the kitchen’s commitment to consistent quality, fresh preparation, and traditional recipes ensures a memorable dining experience in the heart of Garland.
Ideal for lunch breaks, casual dinners, family weekend meals, and sweet dessert visits
Offerings & Bar
Authentic comfort food, small tasting plates, quick bite options, hot coffee, tea, cold beer, and alcoholic drinks
Atmosphere & Vibe
Casual, cozy, quiet, warm, and inviting family-friendly setting
Crowd & Reservations
Well-suited for group gatherings, local dining, and visiting tourists; accepts phone reservations
Family Amenities
Kid-friendly environment, high chairs available on request, and a dedicated kids’ menu
Parking Facilities
Ample free private parking lot on-site, alongside free street parking options
Accepted Payment Methods
Credit cards, debit cards, and contactless NFC mobile payment options
Why Visit? Key Highlights
Mastery of the Lomo Saltado: Gran Machu Picchu is famous throughout the metroplex for its iconic Lomito Saltado. Featuring tender strips of beef wok-fried at high heat with red onions, juicy tomatoes, bell peppers, fresh cilantro, French fries, and a side of fluffy white rice, this dish exemplifies Peruvian wok cooking at its absolute finest.
Rotisserie Chicken Excellence (Pollo a la Brasa): A true crown jewel of the menu, the restaurant’s rotisserie chicken is slow-roasted until the skin is golden and flavorful while the meat remains juicy and tender. Served alongside golden fries, crisp salad, and house-made green salsa (aji de pollo), it is widely considered a must-try staple.
House-Made Sauces with a Kick: Regular visitors rave about the restaurant’s green cream sauce and rocoto dipping sauces. This spicy, creamy blend of Peruvian peppers, mayo, and secret herbs adds a mouthwatering kick to everything from rotisserie chicken to fried yucca.
Authentic Home-Style Cooking: The menu features traditional recipes that evoke nostalgia for native Peruvians and offer an authentic taste for newcomers. Favorites include Ají de Gallina (shredded chicken in a savory yellow pepper cream) and Tallarines Verdes (pasta in a rich spinach-basil sauce paired with creamy huancaina).
Decadent & Hard-to-Find Desserts: Gran Machu Picchu offers rare traditional sweets, including house-made Helado de Lucuma (crafted from the subtropical lucuma fruit), purple corn Mazamorra pudding, warm caramel-filled churros, and velvety Crema Volteada.
Gran Machu Picchu Menu & Offerings
Appetizers
Item
Detailed Description
Ceviche De Pescado
Fresh white fish marinated in freshly squeezed lime juice and authentic Peruvian spices, served with sweet potato, Andean corn, yucca, and fine julienned red onions.
Chicharron De Cerdo
Tender pork seasoned and fried until golden brown and crispy, served with fried yucca and fresh sarza criolla onion salad.
Papa A La Huancaina
Slices of soft boiled potatoes rested on crisp lettuce, smothered in a mildly spicy homemade huancaina cheese sauce, garnished with boiled egg and black olive.
Salchipapa
Classic Peruvian street-style comfort food combining sliced frankfurters tossed with crunchy golden French fries and a fresh side salad.
Soups & Seafood Specialties
Item
Detailed Description
Parihuela
Traditional, rich Peruvian seafood gumbo loaded with shrimp, calamari, tender fish, mussels, crab legs, boiled yucca, and white rice.
Chupe De Camaron
Creamy, comforting shrimp chowder soup featuring rice, sweet corn, peas, bell peppers, aromatic spices, and a poached egg.
Traditional Peruvian Entrees
Item
Detailed Description
Lomito Saltado
Tender strips of beef sautéed in a blazing wok with red onions, tomatoes, bell peppers, and cilantro, served with French fries and white rice.
Lomito Con Tallarin A La Huancaina
Sautéed wok beef with onions and tomatoes served over a plate of spaghetti mixed with house-made creamy, mildly spicy huancaina sauce.
Tallarin Verde
Spaghetti tossed in a fragrant basil and spinach cream sauce, accompanied by papa a la huancaina and your choice of grilled steak or rotisserie chicken.
Aji De Gallina
Shredded chicken breast simmered in a creamy yellow pepper sauce, served over soft boiled potatoes and white rice with boiled egg and olive.
Tacu Tacu
Pan-fried patty of blended white rice and seasoned Peruvian beans, topped with tangy sarza criolla and served with grilled steak or chicken.
Pobre
Generous platter loaded with your choice of protein, white rice, fried sweet plantains, French fries, a fried egg, hot dog slices, and fresh salad.
Chaufa
Peruvian-Chinese fusion wok-fried rice cooked with scrambled egg, bell peppers, hot dog bites, and your choice of chicken, beef, or mixed seafood.
Parillada
Seasoned grilled steak, chicken, or mixed meats served with sliced golden potatoes, white rice, side salad, and fresh pico de gallo.
Arroz Con Mariscos
A savory, brightly seasoned rice dish tossed with an array of fresh seafood including calamari, mussels, and plump shrimp.
Jalea Mixta
Golden-fried calamari, shrimp, and mussels lightly buttered and fried, served on a bed of crispy yucca and topped with pickled sarza criolla onions.
Milanesa De Pollo
Thin chicken breast coated in seasoned breadcrumbs and fried golden, served with white rice, French fries, and a fresh house salad.
Filete Empanizado
Tender fish fillet breaded and golden-fried, accompanied by white rice, crispy French fries, and tangy sarza criolla.
Pollito A La Brasa (Rotisserie Chicken)
Item
Detailed Description
1/4 Pollo
Quarter slow-roasted rotisserie chicken served with golden French fries, fresh side salad, and signature house-made green aji sauce.
1/2 Pollo
Half slow-roasted rotisserie chicken served with golden French fries, fresh side salad, and signature house-made green aji sauce.
1 Pollo
Whole slow-roasted rotisserie chicken served with large portions of golden French fries, fresh side salad, and signature house-made green aji sauce.
Authentic Peruvian Desserts
Item
Detailed Description
Arroz Con Leche
Traditional warm sweet rice pudding spiced with cinnamon and sweet milk.
Mazamorra
Classic Andean sweet pudding crafted from purple corn, fruit juices, and warm spices.
Combinado
The ultimate tasting dessert pairing equal parts warm Arroz con Leche and purple Mazamorra in one dish.
Churros
Crispy fried pastry sticks filled with sweet dulce de leche caramel and rolled in cinnamon sugar.
Crema Volteada
Smooth, silky Peruvian baked caramel flan finished with whipped cream and caramelized sugar syrup.
Helado De Lucuma
Distinctive, rich house-made ice cream made from the subtropical South American lucuma fruit, offering a maple-caramel flavor profile.
Brownie Con Lucuma Ice Cream
Warm chocolate brownie served fresh with a scoop of signature house-made lucuma ice cream.
Accompaniments & Specialty Sauces
Category
Available Options
Side Dishes
French Fries, House Salad, White Rice, Sarza Criolla, Fried Egg, Yucca, Fried Plantains, Peruvian Frijol, Corn Tortillas, Pico De Gallo
House Sauces
Aji De Pollo (Green Sauce), House Salad Dressing, Salsa Verde, Spicy Rocoto Pepper Sauce, Tartara Sauce
