Station 59

Classic Peruvian home cooking done at its best,
Without any pretentiousness, this Tasty , well presented and generously plated meal was amongst the best Homestyle latin cooking I've had in a very long time . Unlike other pretentious Peruvian restaurants in Melbourne the meals are. Not "deconstructed " or tamed down to make them totally unrecognisable as the original .
I started with the set menu, three tasty courses with a Pisco Sour cocktail thrown in for the opening nights service.
Starting the meal with Ceviche, a Peruvian classic
A gentle balance between the fish and the acidity of the citrus was great, years of experience most evident in the subtly of this dish . Cudo to the chef. Presentation nice, not over the top, and taste.. well amongst the best I've eaten anywhere , including Peru.
As the entree looked very large , I opted for a second Entree, Causa Rellena, a type of layered concoction . Made with tender prices of gently condimented chicken, layered lasagna style with mashed potatoes and served with a picante Peruvian style salsa. YUMM is all I can say.
I looked across at the size of plate of Tallerines or Peruvian pasta my friend had received I was glad I'd made a second entree choice.
Desert was Picarones or mashed pumpkin doughnut style fried pastries served with a black sugar sauce . All in all an enjoyable and tasty meal. As we had ordered the set menu we also received a complimentary pisco sour , a Peruvian cocktail made with pisco , lemon and merengue style egg whites. We años enjoyed a a tasty bottle of Argentinean wine between the three of us .
Was the food authentic Peruvian ? Yes
Was the food tasty? Yes
Would I go back again ? Yes
Would I recommend this restaurant ? YES
Service was attentive without being intrusive
oh and did I mention that there was live music as well? All in all an enjoyable night out.
Jose Meza

Never had a bad feed at this joint. Always good for a game of 8 ball. The bloke behind the bar is a legend and there's never any issues getting gold coins for the table. The music is top notch aswell.