CJ Peruvian Bar & Restaurant - (Pollos a la Brasa CJ)

4.2 ( 499 reviews )
Checking... 11:30 AM - 8:00 PM See Hours
$20–30
291 Connecticut Ave, New London, CT 06320, United States
+1 860-447-8181

CJ Peruvian Bar & Restaurant, also known as Pollos a la Brasa CJ, is making waves in New London with its exceptional Peruvian cuisine. Located at 291 Connecticut Ave, this vibrant eatery has quickly garnered an enthusiastic following, as evidenced by glowing reviews from satisfied patrons. The highlight of their menu, the renowned pollo a la brasa, has impressed diners with its delicious flavor and beautifully cooked chicken. Guests rave about the generous portion sizes and the authentic taste, showcasing the culinary depth of Peru.

Many visitors recommend trying the ceviche, a standout dish that offers a fresh introduction to traditional Peruvian fare. Additionally, the purple corn juice—known locally as chicha—receives high praise, adding a refreshing twist to the meal. The comfortable ambiance combined with attentive service enhances the dining experience, making it a perfect spot for family outings or casual dining.

Whether you’re indulging in the rich flavors of chaufa rice or enjoying the delightful yuca fries, every dish reflects the commitment to authenticity. With live music and a full bar in the works, CJ Peruvian Bar & Restaurant promises not only a meal but a culinary adventure worth exploring. If you find yourself in the area, this gem deserves a visit.

Amenities and More

  • Accessibility
    • Has wheelchair-accessible car park
    • Has wheelchair-accessible entrance
    • Has wheelchair-accessible seating
    • Has wheelchair-accessible toilet
  • Service options
    • Offers kerbside pickup
    • Offers delivery
    • Offers takeaway
    • Serves dine-in
  • Highlights
    • Has fast service
    • Has live music
    • Good for watching sport
  • Popular for
    • Popular for lunch
    • Popular for dinner
    • Good for solo dining
  • Offerings
    • Serves alcohol
    • Serves beer
    • Serves coffee
    • Serves comfort food
    • Serves healthy options
    • Quick bite
    • Serves small plates
    • Serves vegetarian dishes
    • Serves wine
  • Dining options
    • Serves lunch
    • Serves dinner
    • Serves dessert
    • Has seating
  • Amenities
    • Has bar on site
    • Has toilet
    • Has Wi-Fi
    • Free Wi-Fi
  • Atmosphere
    • Casual
    • Cosy
    • Quiet
    • Trendy
  • Crowd
    • Family friendly
    • Good for groups
    • Popular with tourists
  • Planning
    • Accepts reservations
  • Payments
    • Accepts credit cards
    • Accepts debit cards
    • Credit cards
  • Children
    • Good for kids
    • High chairs available
    • Has kids' menu
  • Parking
    • Free of charge street parking
    • Free parking lot
    • Plenty of parking

Reviews For CJ Peruvian Bar & Restaurant - (Pollos a la Brasa CJ)

Onyx
Jun 22,2025
So glad we tried this place. My fiance really enjoyed his soup and was surprised to find half a crab in it! It was my first time trying ceviche and I loved it! Definitely try the passion fruit juice we couldn't get enough of it.
Alejandra Luna
Jun 15,2025
The pollo a la brasa is delicious and the purple corn juice is amazing. The waitress was lovely and nice. I don't know her name she said that she have a 27 years old boy.
Tirra Omilade
May 11,2025
My family LOVES this restaurant!! We were visiting New London to visit the Coast Guard Academy. We wanted to eat at a local restaurant and found Pollos A La Brasa on Google as a highly recommended restaurant. We were amazed by the food! First of all we all got huge portion sizes. The food tasted so delicious and this is the consensus of a family that has very different tastes. Customer service was excellent and the ambience is great. You will be happy with this restaurant! Oh! It is safe for people with nut allergies.
Brian Dougherty
May 5,2025
First time here, came with some workers. Grand opening sign in front. Place is big, will offer live music, full bar. Peruvian beer in bottle along with some Connecticut local “Groton to east Lyme” beers on Tap. Peruvian soda and chicka a purple corn juice (amazing!!) The service is fitting of the grand opening sign so they are rough around the edges, how ever the quality of food made up for it. The roast chicken was delightful. The chaufa was beautifully subtle. The rice was obviously cooked in chicken stock rather than just water. Light on the salt, just enough to bring out flavor, and the chicken is perfectly cooked. The yuca fries and plantains tasted fresh, and again flavorful but light. The beans were in an almost soupy gravy and lovely. Great meal for a first, ill def be back to work my way through the menu! I’m interested in the Peruvian pesto next!
Brianna Rodriguez
May 1,2025
Food is authentic and good. Portion sizes are good and very fairly priced! Highly recommended
Isaiah L
Apr 17,2025
Great atmosphere, very friendly. The waitress was extremely nice, offered us a lot of things, very helpful. Adding to that, the food was very good. The dishes were good such as the salchipapas. However, the typical Peruvian soup was a star in my opinion. Great spot, would definitely come back.
Food of CT
Apr 16,2025
We recently visited New London’s only Peruvian restaurant, CJ Peruvian aka Pollas a la Brasa! They told us they recently expanded, and the bar/dining room area was beautiful. Though they were out of a couple of items on the menu that we were interested in, the waitress was quick to come up with suggestions of other popular dishes. We decided to get an appetizer of salchipapas - though simple, we’ve just never ordered it before and wanted to check it off our list! My fiance loves a good Pisco sour and was very happy with the one here. The rotisserie chicken was flavorful and served with a delicious side of beans, and I enjoyed my beef with pesto pasta. All of the food came out very quickly!
Bryan Aucancela
Mar 22,2025
One on my favorite places to eat, food come quick and taste great. The the prices for everything is great. Definitely recommend

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