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Callao Restaurant, Los Altos, CA

Callao Restaurant

4.4
4.4
56 Reviews
$30 and under
Peruvian
376 1st St, Los Altos, CA 94022

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2 people
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8:30 pm
Booked 5 times today

About this restaurant

  • Neighbourhood gem
  • Good for groups
  • Good for special occasions
Welcome to Callao, a culinary destination where the vibrant flavors of Peru come to life in the heart of Los Altos. Inspired by the rich traditions of Peruvian cuisine, our menu showcases authentic dishes crafted with the finest ingredients, blending timeless recipes with a contemporary twist.

Pair your meal with a handcrafted cocktail from our bar, featuring classic Peruvian favorites like Pisco Sour and creative signature drinks, or explore our carefully curated wine selection. Whether you're savoring fresh ceviche, tender wood-fired chicken, or our signature stews, every bite and sip celebrates the soul of Peru.

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Peruvian, Seafood
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Thu 17:00–21:00 Fri–Sun 11:00–22:00
  • Phone number
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Private party facilities
    Our restaurant accommodates up to 100 guests and features six distinct spaces: a full bar and lounge, main dining salon, covered back patio, front outdoor area with sun umbrellas for summer and heaters for chilly days, plus a private wine room for intimate events and celebrations.
  • Area
    Los Altos
  • Cross Street
    Just a minute drive from San Antonio rd.
  • Parking details
    Private Parking
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cafe, Cocktails, Dog Friendly, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeaway, Vegan, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 56 people are saying

Callao Restaurant reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

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Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.4
4.4 based on recent ratings
  • 4.5Food
  • 4.4Service
  • 4.2Ambience
  • 4Value

NoiseModerate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Callao Restaurant in Los Altos is a "gem" offering "authentic Peruvian cuisine" with standout dishes like the ceviche and lomo saltado. The "fantastic food" is complemented by "amazing service" in a "spacious and attractive" setting. Despite some service delays, diners appreciate the "vibrant flavors" and "friendly staff," making it a "must-visit."
56 Reviews
  1. JA VIP

    San Francisco5 reviews

    2.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 3
    Food is wonderful, really good. Would go back for the food only. Super expensive which would be fine considering it’s in Los Altos but the service being that sub par was not acceptable. Waiter forgot about us, we were the first ones seated and were there for over two hours, almost last to leave due to waiting ridiculously long for them to clear dinner. Had to ask support staff twice for dessert menu.

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  2. Chris

    San Francisco3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    We had the Causa de Pollo as our appetizer; Seco de Cordero and the Arroz con Pato as our main dishes, and everything was absolutely phenomenal! We also had the Picarones and the Tres Leches as our desserts. We thoroughly enjoyed our experience and we will definitely be coming back here again! Thank you to the amazing team at Callao

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  3. Luis

    San Francisco1 review

    5.0

    Dined on 21 April 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Amazing food and great service. Ceviche was the best one I have tried so far.

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  4. Laura VIP

    San Francisco61 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on 20 April 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 4
    Food was very tasty, especially the ceviche and the chicken service was quite slow

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  5. Susan

    San Francisco57 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on 19 April 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    The remodel is spacious and attractive. The pisco sour and the lamb stew with beans were both pretty good. We also shared two appetizers, the leche de tigre and scallops, which we would give mixed reviews. The leche de tigre was tangy and tasty, while the scallop dish was very soupy -more like a milky-cheesy clam chowder, with tiny bay scallops. The kitchen needs some work during this shakedown period. However, it was difficult to enjoy the dinner because of the terrible live music playing. The sound system was so loud that we could not hear each other (and our table was pretty far away from the musicians, if you can call them that). The music was terrible - screeching string instruments and off-key guitar playing that seemed to be accompanied by tapes from the original (often tacky) songs. This was an amateur hour music production, and it was enough to make us avoid a return.

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  6. Barbara VIP

    San Francisco5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 7 April 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We’ve dined at Callao three times. Impeccable food always.

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  7. Judith

    San Francisco2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 6 April 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Fantastic food and great service. A gem in Los Altos.

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  8. Diego

    Orlando1 review

    5.0

    Dined on 2 April 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    La comida me pareció muy rico pero para el precio las cantidades son muy pequeñas, el servicio es excelente

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  9. Sophie

    San Francisco4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 30 March 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We just returned from a trip to Peru and were craving authentic Peruvian food—this little gem in Los Altos did not disappoint! The flavors transported us right back, especially the Ceviche, just as we experienced in Peru. The fresh fish, the big corn, the crispy cancha, and the perfectly balanced Leche de Tigre sauce were spot on. Our Pisco Sours were equally authentic, capturing the perfect balance of citrus, sweetness, and that signature foamy top. Every bite and sip felt like a delicious trip back to Peru. This place is a must-visit if you're looking for truly authentic Peruvian cuisine!

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  10. Wendy

    San Francisco7 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 24 March 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    The ceviche, Lomo saltado and fish stew were all delicious. Friendly service too.

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FAQs

Callao Restaurant offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (650) 917-0300.

Callao Restaurant is rated 4.4 stars by 56 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

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376 1st St, Los Altos, CA 94022

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    Just a minute drive from San Antonio rd.
  • Area
    Los Altos
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Thu 17:00–21:00 Fri–Sun 11:00–22:00
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Peruvian, Seafood
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Private Parking
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cafe, Cocktails, Dog Friendly, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeaway, Vegan, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
  • Private party facilities
    Our restaurant accommodates up to 100 guests and features six distinct spaces: a full bar and lounge, main dining salon, covered back patio, front outdoor area with sun umbrellas for summer and heaters for chilly days, plus a private wine room for intimate events and celebrations.
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