ROCOTO PERUVIAN BITES brings the bold, comforting flavors of Peru to Chicago with a broad menu spanning ceviches, grilled meats, seafood, chaufa fried rice, appetizers, soups, desserts, breakfast selections, and refreshing drinks such as maracuyá juice and Inca Kola. The restaurant’s distinctive “Bites” section offers smaller portions of favorites for around $10.89, while many full entrées fall near $17-$23, making it easy to sample several dishes or settle into a generous main course.
Lomo Saltado is a clear signature and bestseller, joined by Ceviche de Pescado, Ceviche Mixto, Anticucho, and Tallarines Verdes con Bistec among the menu’s notable choices. Fresh seafood brings brightness to the ceviches, while savory meats, rice, noodles, potatoes, and creamy sauces provide satisfying contrasts in flavor and texture. Lighter choices such as salad, corn with cheese, and avocado-based dishes add variety, though diners with strict vegetarian or gluten-free requirements should confirm preparation details directly. The approachable portions and diverse selection suit casual lunches, dinners, family meals, and group ordering, while the Desayuno Norteño section adds a breakfast option.
Menu Highlights
Lomo Saltado - $20.00
Tender beef and vegetables deliver a juicy, deeply savory stir-fried combination. It ranks among the restaurant’s most popular dishes.
Ceviche de Pescado - $19.89
Fresh fish offers a cool, bright, tangy contrast that showcases one of Peru’s defining preparations. It is listed among the restaurant’s bestsellers.
Ceviche Mixto - $21.89
A seafood-forward ceviche with refreshing acidity and varied textures, ideal for diners wanting a broader taste of the ceviche bar.
Anticucho - $9.89
A savory Peruvian appetizer with rich grilled character, offering plenty of flavor in a smaller serving and appearing among the bestsellers.
Tallarines Verdes con Bistec - $19.89
Green-sauced noodles meet hearty steak for a creamy, herbaceous and savory combination with satisfying richness.
Trio Marino - $26.89
This substantial seafood choice stands out for diners looking to explore multiple coastal flavors in one hearty entrée.
