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Inti Gourmet Fine Peruvian Food

414 Nepean Hwy, Chelsea VIC 3196, Australia

Recommended by 5 people

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414 Nepean Hwy, Chelsea VIC 3196, Australia

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+61 3 9773 3905
HoursMonday: 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM Tuesday: 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM Wednesday: Closed Thursday: 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM, 5:30 – 8:30 PM Friday: 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM, 5:30 – 9:00 PM Saturday: 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM, 5:30 – 10:00 PM Sunday: 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM

*Opening hours may differ during holidays.

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About Inti Gourmet Fine Peruvian Food

Set steps off the Nepean Highway in Chelsea, Inti Gourmet brings unapologetic Lima street flavours and coastal home cooking straight to the bay. Regulars know the drill: skip the timid mains and order lomo saltado seared hard with red onion and tomato, or lime-cured snapper ceviche paired with golden yuquita frita. South American expats fill the room over glasses of house-brewed chicha morada and bottles of cold Cuzqueña, soundtracked by upbeat Latin rhythms. Out back, a leafy courtyard offers breathing room on warm afternoons for tackling anticuchos—skewered beef heart charred over open flame—before wrapping up with a slice of house-made tres leches cake.

  • Traditional Peruvian Staples: Tender, flame-seared beef tossed with onions, tomatoes, and crisp chips, alongside fresh lime-cured ceviche and skewered anticuchos.
  • Authentic Regional Drinks: Washed down with spiced purple corn chicha morada, imported Inca Kola, and cold bottles of Cuzqueña beer.
  • Secluded Rear Courtyard: A hidden outdoor garden space tucked away behind the main suburban dining room for open-air meals on sunny afternoons.
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Reasons to Choose Inti Gourmet

Why diners choose Inti Gourmet for authentic home-style Peruvian dining in Chelsea

  • Traditional Peruvian Culinary Standards

    Inti Gourmet stays dedicated to uncompromised home-style recipes, serving tender lomo saltado, balanced ceviches, and papa a la huancaína without shortcut adaptations.

    The ceviche was fresh and well balanced — I’d easily give it an 8/10. The lomo saltado was outstanding, honestly a 9.9/10, full of flavour and perfectly cooked.

    Francys Gonzales

  • Native Beverages & Classic Accompaniments

    The drinks and specialty selections feature authentic regional staples, pairing meals with imported Cuzqueña beers, refreshing chicha morada, and crafted pisco sours.

    No frills or twists, just traditional, as I remember it back home. The staff is great and they have cuzqueña and good pisco sours!

    Diego Barua

  • Immersive Cultural Decor

    The dining space is curated with traditional Peruvian artwork and cultural artefacts that transport guests straight into a vibrant Latin atmosphere.

    The atmosphere is a standout feature, meticulously crafted with authentic Peruvian pictures and artefacts. This attention to detail creates an extraordinary ambiance, a genuine sense of being whisked away to another culture.

    Oscar Villalobos

  • Vibrant Lima Dining Vibe

    Traditional music and upbeat Latin ambiance combine to recreate the authentic feel and energy of dining out in Lima.

    The vibrant atmosphere and traditional Peruvian music made us feel like we were right in Lima.

    Cristhian Haver

  • Hidden Courtyard Garden Retreat

    Tucked behind the suburban shopfront is a peaceful outdoor garden area suitable for enjoying warm days with cold drinks and desserts.

    It also has a hidden outdoor area out the back which is perfect on a warm day for a cold chicha morada, a wine, or a slice of tres leches.

    Scott Nicholls

  • Ideal Chelsea Beach Dining Stop

    Situated near the coastline along Nepean Highway, the restaurant serves as a convenient and satisfying dining stop after spending the day by Chelsea Beach.

    I went to have a lunch after enjoying Chelsea beach.

    Arthur Felipe Andrade

Authentic Peruvian mains and traditional home-style specialties

  • Lomo Saltado

    The lomo saltado was outstanding, honestly a 9.9/10, full of flavour and perfectly cooked.

    Francys Gonzales

  • Ceviche

    Loved the cebiche de pescado (snapper ceviche)

    Bill Contoyannis

  • Ají de Gallina

    Big fan of their Aji de Gallina (chicken in creamy sauce).

    Catherin L

  • Arroz con Mariscos

    This Paella was everything. The best I’ve had. Seafood was so fresh, rice perfectly cooked and the entire dish so flavoursome.

    omnomfoodie

Other favorites

Traditional appetizers, native beverages, and classic sweets

  • Anticuchos

    the anticuchos were a fantastic starter.

    Cristhian Haver

  • Papas à la Huancaina

    I particularly liked the traditional potato dish, Papas à la Huancaina, I had this many years ago when I visited Peru and this took me back there.

    Jared Voss

  • Chicha Morada

    the chicha morada was refreshing and authentic.

    Francys Gonzales

  • Tres Leches Cake

    The Tres Leche cake is not to be missed!

    Catherin L

Frequently Asked Questions

What dishes are most recommended to order?

Popular Peruvian classics highlighted by guests include ceviche, lomo saltado (stir-fried beef), ají de gallina (creamy chicken stew), and anticuchos (beef heart skewers). For dessert, the tres leches cake is widely recommended.

What traditional Peruvian drinks are available?

Yes, traditional Peruvian options are featured prominently, including chicha morada (a purple corn drink), Inca Kola, Cuzqueña beer, and classic pisco sours or sangria.

Is outdoor seating available?

Yes, there is an outdoor seating area located out back behind the main dining room.

Can you make a reservation?

Yes, reservations are accepted. Making a booking can be helpful, particularly for busy Friday and Saturday dinner services.

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