Two Hungry Pandas took Patrick and me to Mo-Chica for lunch yesterday. I’ve tried Peruvian food before, but nothing terribly memorable. Situated in the food court of La Mercado Paloma, a charming indoor marketplace near USC, Mo-Chica served me a meal that won’t be soon forgotten. Don’t be fooled by the environment. The menu features flavorful dishes with fresh ingredients and impeccable presentation. Evelina mentioned that the chef is trained in Japanese cooking and moonlights as a sushi chef. After tasting the two ceviches of the day, I believe it.
Though the prices aren’t quite on par with Burger King, Mo-Chica is much more affordable than restaurants with comparable cuisine. You can get away with a drink (I recommend the iced ginger tea), an appetizer, and a main course for $20 before tip. I suppose you’re saving on the ambiance but don’t underestimate the appeal of a “food court”. With high ceilings, open space, and steadily strumming Spanish guitar in the background, La Mercado Paloma is far more pleasant than the Beverly Center.
Mo-Chica
3655 South Grand Avenue
Los Angeles, CA 90007
(213) 747-2141
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