Lake Mary and Apopka join Central Florida’s Peruvian food boom

Central Florida’s culinary landscape continues to diversify as Peruvian cuisine gains momentum. Two new restaurants are set to open in the region, offering distinct dining experiences that showcase Peru’s rich culinary heritage. From fast-casual fare to upscale dishes with a modern twist, these establishments highlight the growing demand for unique international flavors in the area.

La Brasa Grill Brings Fast-Casual Peruvian Favorites to Apopka

Miami-based La Brasa Grill is expanding its footprint in Central Florida with a new location in Apopka. Known for its signature rotisserie chicken and Peruvian staples, the fast-casual chain will open in a 2,926-square-foot former NYPD Pizza building at 1960 E. Semoran Blvd. Renovations are planned to modernize the space, which will include a drive-thru.

This marks La Brasa Grill’s second location in the region, with the first located in Sanford. The new restaurant is strategically positioned less than two miles from the Apopka City Center, an area of rapid development. La Brasa Grill currently operates 15 locations across South Florida and is poised to attract Apopka’s growing population, which is increasingly seeking diverse dining options.

Pisco Peruvian Gastrobar Debuts in Lake Mary with a Modern Flair

For those looking for an elevated dining experience, Pisco Peruvian Gastrobar is set to open in Lake Mary this November. This concept, part of the Don Julio Restaurant Group, combines traditional Peruvian flavors with modern influences, including Japanese-inspired dishes. Located in the Lake Mary Village Shopping Mall at 3801 W. Lake Mary Blvd., the restaurant will span 3,000 square feet and feature a large patio. Designed by Marianne Poltar of MLP Design LLC and built by Shrey Patel of Outline Construction, the space will seat 185 guests, both indoors and outdoors.