Pikoteo

The restaurant was so cute with lots of seating and outdoor seating as well. Limited parking with some out front and street parking nearby. The service people were really nice and friendly. The food was delicious. We ordered ceviche as a starter and it didn't have shellfish which was nice since some of us had allergies (it had white fish). I had the brisket and it was so good. The brussel sprouts were delicious! The fries were ok - just two big potato wedges. The corn bread was really good. The mango tea was underwhelming. The other tea was good since it was hibiscus.It was easy to pay since you can scan a QR code and split the bill.

This is a true gem waiting to be discovered in McLean. My family and I stopped by on a Saturday night by chance because the restaurant we were trying to eat at had a 30 min wait, and our kids were too starving to wait. Finding the place was a bit difficult in the dark, and their parking spots are limited. Luckily there is also free parking on the streets nearby. Upon entering the restaurant, we were warmly greeted by the owner, Manuel, who made it a point to talk to everyone who came into his restaurant. This welcoming and hospitable feeling stayed with us throughout our meal. They serve Latin inspired cuisine and every single dish we ordered tasted like it was prepared with lots of love and soul. I loved the Arroz con Pollo the most; the rice was so flavorful and infused with chicken flavor, and cooked to just the right texture. We will be back for sure!

This is a relatively new spot and this is probably the best Latin American food in this whole town. The decor is adorable; it is adorned with various paintings and the outdoor seating is decorated for lights. The empanadas have a crispy exterior and filled with beef. The Mayo ketchup added just a bit of sweetness. The brisket 1/2 pound comes with two sides; I chose the Brussels sprouts and the green plantains. The Brussel sprouts were crispy and wholesome, and the plantains were crispy on the outside with that carb-y deliciousness of the plantains. The smoked brisket isn't too fatty and is incredibly tender and soft.It's refreshing to see the owner helping out around the kitchen and taking orders. I had a lovely chat about his culinary journey. Although I will say, I called earlier that night to request a reservation and they told me there was no need to. However, they were PACKED on Saturday evening, and we only got seats at the bar. Still, great food and great atmosphere.

The minute I stepped inside Pikoteo in McLean, I was greeted by a friendly waitress. The restaurant has a fun and colorful decor. I immediately formed a positive impression. Luckily, my impression was reinforced by the food. I tried the ceviche, calamari and the BBQ brisket. All were delicious. I can't wait to return to try more dishes.

Service is amazing! You can tell this is a family owned restaurant with close ties to the neighborhood. I felt like I was the only one who didn't know the staff! They're super casual and just having a good time - but still delivering delicious food. We started off with the octopus and Mofongo balls. Both really good, the mofongo balls were different and unique! My husband wanted the ribs but sadly they didn't have anymore that evening. Instead he got the chicken wings, he said they were fine but really sad about the ribs. I got the ropa vieja and it was delicious! Very flavorful, exactly what I was expecting. Cute spot! Hopefully we'll be back soon!

Cute restuarant! The food was tasty, the service was good and I do recommend this place for great latin american bbq. The parking lot right in front of the store is very small and tight, but maybe there's other parking around I don't know about.The arepitas were so good! They were crispy, yet soft and fluffy. The flavors were amazing. The brisket I got was so tender and flavorful! The bbq sauce was great - sweet and slightly tangy. I asked for a different sauce (can't remember the name) than my boyfriend's, who got their standard bbq sauce, but both tasted the same. The corn bread was unique and not sweet, and the plaintains were cooked well. My boyfriend got the pork platter and it was also great! Wish it came with more fries, though. Overall, a cool place to try some great food.

We do not usually eat Peruvian food, but we wanted to try something new. We were glad that we did. Caribbean Ceviche: Very refreshing Brisket: Loved the sauce and the very softWhole Smoked Chicken: It was very bland. We didn't enjoy it. I think this place has potential. I wanted to try some other dishes.

We loved this newish place in McLean. Much needed in a community craving high quality restaurant choices. Pikoteo is a great spot in downtown and offers great food, wonderful and friendly service, and a nice selection of drinks and cocktails. Ambiance was elevated casual and on a nice night there's outdoor seating. The owner, Manuel, came around and spent a little time with us during the meal. Very friendly and a nice touch. We ordered a couple of apps (empanadas and the ceviche) as well as some smoked chicken with beans, rice, and plantains. Overall this place was outstanding! Definitely go -- you'll be happy you did!

Love this place. Mclean needs more local feeling places like this. Very welcoming family run restaurant with a fun mix of Caribbean and S American dishes. Loved to see Mahou on tap. Food was very good. Looking forward to returning.

Absolutely wonderful. Strong Latin American flavors and nice variety. Live music Thursdays. Hope it stays at this caliber.