Sandy Springs has a bold new favorite, and it’s hiding in plain sight inside a strip mall on Roswell Road. 🌶️
Pisco Latin Kitchen is a lively, brothers-owned restaurant blending the rich traditions of Cuban and Peruvian cuisine with surprising Japanese influence — and locals simply can’t stop talking about it.
Since opening in 2022, this Sandy Springs Latin restaurant has earned a loyal following, one plate of ceviche at a time.
How Pisco Latin Kitchen Won Sandy Springs’ Hearts
Joseph and Paul Rosales — both originally from Peru — brought decades of restaurant experience to Sandy Springs when they launched Pisco Latin Kitchen in early 2022.
Joseph had spent years in the hospitality world in Miami and Washington, D.C., before operating the beloved Mambo’s Cafés in Alpharetta and Buford for over a decade.
Chef Paul Rosales leads the kitchen, infusing every dish with an authenticity that’s immediately apparent from the very first bite.
Together, the brothers built something Sandy Springs didn’t know it needed: a restaurant where Cuban comfort food, bold Peruvian flavors, and the delicate umami notes of Nikkei cuisine collide on a single, exciting menu.
Nikkei cuisine — born from the Japanese diaspora to Peru in the late 19th century — marries traditional Peruvian ingredients and Japanese techniques in ways that feel both familiar and thrillingly unexpected. 🍣🫙
It’s a concept that takes real skill to execute, and the Rosales brothers deliver it beautifully.
Being recognized as one of the Top 10 Best Restaurants in Sandy Springs only added fuel to the fire. 🔥
Their participation in Atlanta Latin Restaurant Week also helped introduce the restaurant to a wider crowd across the metro area, giving food lovers across Atlanta their first taste of what Sandy Springs locals had already discovered.
The brothers didn’t rely on flashy marketing or gimmicks.
They built loyalty the old-fashioned way: through perfectly prepared ceviche, attentive service, and a dining room that wraps you in warmth the moment you walk through the door. 🫶
For a hidden gem Latin restaurant in Atlanta, that kind of reputation is earned one unforgettable meal at a time.
Food Highlights
Pisco Latin Kitchen’s menu is a Latin food lover’s dream — here are the most talked-about dishes you simply cannot leave without trying:
-
Ceviche Mixto: Fish, shrimp, octopus, calamari, and green mussels all swimming together in classic leche de tigre with red onions, concha, and sweet potato — a seafood lover’s dream in one bowl. 🦑🍤
-
Empanadas: Golden, crispy pastry pockets filled with savory stuffing — a crowd-pleasing starter that disappears fast at every table. 🥟
-
Ropa Vieja: Slow-braised, fork-tender shredded beef cooked down with peppers, tomatoes, and warm spices — a deeply comforting Cuban staple.
- Lomo Saltado: Tender strips of beef wok-tossed with tomatoes, onions, soy sauce, and crispy fries — a Nikkei classic that perfectly bridges Peru and Japan on one plate.
-
Tostones Rellenos: Twice-fried green plantain cups, crispy on the outside and loaded with savory fillings — a shareable Caribbean bite.
-
Angus Churrasco Steak: A prime-cut Angus beef steak, flame-grilled and served with traditional Latin sides. 🥩
- Valencia Paella: The traditional Spanish showstopper — saffron rice slow-cooked with chicken, rabbit, and green beans in the time-honored Valencian style.
-
Lechon Asado: Slow-roasted pork marinated in citrus and garlic, yielding deep caramelized flavor and fall-apart tenderness.
Atmosphere
Pisco Latin Kitchen is small, but the energy inside is anything but. 🎶
The renovated interior features two bars — including one dedicated entirely to ceviche, complete with butcher block countertops and Spanish tile — giving the space a lively, social energy that feels like a celebration even on a Tuesday night.
The decor is simple and tasteful, with warm touches that make the compact dining room feel welcoming rather than cramped.
With seating for about 80 guests, the vibe is intimate and buzzing — a place where the food is the main event and the Latin beats in the background make you want to linger long after the last plate is cleared.
Bottom Line
Pisco Latin Kitchen is authentic, brother-owned, and brimming with Latin soul.
The fusion of Peruvian, Cuban, and Nikkei flavors is genuinely one-of-a-kind in Sandy Springs. From the legendary ceviche to the best paella in Atlanta, every dish earns its place on the table. 🌟
Address:
5975 Roswell Rd Ste. E-353, Sandy Springs, GA 30328
📞 (404) 205-5712
🕔 Open daily Mon-Thurs 11:00 AM – 9:00 PM | Fri-Sat 11:00 AM – 10:00 PM | Sun 12:00 PM – 9:00 PM