Machu Chicken – Mexican
Golden-brown rotisserie chicken takes center stage at this vibrant eatery, where the enticing scent of traditional Peruvian spices fills the air and promises a feast of smoky, succulent flavors. From the rich, egg-topped decadence of an "A Lo Pobre" sandwich to colorful bowls brimming with tender meats and fresh ingredients, every dish captures the bold, soulful essence of a bustling South American kitchen.
25, Union Square, Somerville, MA, 02143 +16176237972 https://www.machuchickenboston.com/0Cuisine: Mexican
Price range: $
Dietary options: dairy-free, gluten-free, halal, keto, low-carb, vegan, vegetarian, heart-healthy, low-fat, low-sodium, mediterranean, paleo, pescatarian, plant-based, whole30, anti-inflammatory, atkins, dash-sodium-reduced, gerd, high-fiber, low-cholesterol, south-beach, aip, alkaline, carnivore, renal, tlc, volumetrics, zone, juice-cleanse, lectin-free, macrobiotic, slow-carb, soy-free
Diet fit at Machu Chicken
Dairy-Free at Machu Chicken
Machu Chicken in Somerville has 9 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Chicken Bowl, Lomo Bowl and Fried Plantains. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Gluten-Free at Machu Chicken
Machu Chicken in Somerville has 8 gluten-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Chicken Bowl, Lomo Bowl and Fried Plantains. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Halal at Machu Chicken
Machu Chicken in Somerville has 11 halal-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Peruanisimo Sandwich, Fried Plantains and Fiesta Bowl. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Keto at Machu Chicken
Machu Chicken in Somerville has 1 keto-tagged dish on its current menu, including Passion Fruit Juice. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Low-Carb at Machu Chicken
Machu Chicken in Somerville has 2 low-carb-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Passion Fruit Juice and Fresh Salad. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegan at Machu Chicken
Machu Chicken in Somerville has 5 vegan-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Fried Plantains, A Lo Pobre Sandwich and Chicha Morada. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegetarian at Machu Chicken
Machu Chicken in Somerville has 5 vegetarian-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Fried Plantains, A Lo Pobre Sandwich and Chicha Morada. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Heart-Healthy at Machu Chicken
Machu Chicken in Somerville has 3 heart-healthy-tagged dishes on its current menu, including A Lo Pobre Sandwich, Traditional Sandwich and Fresh Salad. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
How tags work: Dish-level menu analysis by Chefi's rule-based diet engine with AI assistance; nutrition values are estimated from ingredients unless marked verified. Allergen and certification claims are never inferred.
What to order at Machu Chicken
| Dish | Net carbs | Protein |
|---|---|---|
| Fiesta Bowl | 121.3 g | 27.1 g |
| Chicken Bowl | 44.1 g | 9.8 g |
| Traditional Sandwich | 20.2 g | 7.1 g |
| Fresh Salad | 8.8 g | 5.6 g |
| Passion Fruit Juice | 5.9 g | 0 g |
Nutrition values are estimated from ingredients.
Currently closed
Hours
- Monday - Saturday
- 11:00 AM - 10:00 PM
- Sunday
- 11:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Menu
Rotisserie Chicken
Our signature Pollo a la Brasa marinated in authentic Peruvian spices.
- Whole Chicken - $32: Pollo a la Brasa marinated in authentic Peruvian spices Available at: dinner, lunch
- 1/2 Chicken - $17: Pollo a la Brasa marinated in authentic Peruvian spices Available at: dinner, lunch
- 1/4 Chicken (Dark or White) - $16: Pollo a la Brasa marinated in authentic Peruvian spices Available at: dinner, lunch
Sandwiches
- Peruanisimo Sandwich - $32 Dietary tags: Halal, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- A Lo Pobre Sandwich - $15: Traditional Peruvian style sandwich Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Traditional Sandwich - $13: Classic chicken sandwich Dietary tags: Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
Bowls
- Inti Bowl - $16 Dietary tags: Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Anti-Inflammatory, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Bowl - $17 Dietary tags: Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics, AIP, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Lomo Bowl - $18 Dietary tags: Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Anti-Inflammatory, AIP, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Fiesta Bowl - $14 Dietary tags: Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, High-Fiber, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Andean Bowl - $17 Dietary tags: Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Anti-Inflammatory, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
Sides
Traditional Peruvian accompaniments.
- Fried Plantains Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Fried Yuca Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Fresh Salad Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Renal, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
Beverages
- Chicha Morada: Purple corn drink Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Macrobiotic
- Passion Fruit Juice Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Atkins, South-Beach, Carnivore, Zone, Volumetrics, Alkaline, AIP, Renal, Macrobiotic, Juice-Cleanse, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free
- Lucuma Shake Dietary tags: Halal, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free
Frequently Asked Questions about Machu Chicken
- Is Machu Chicken dairy-free-friendly?
- Yes. Machu Chicken has 9 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Chicken Bowl, Lomo Bowl and Fried Plantains.
- What can I eat at Machu Chicken on a dairy-free diet?
- Chicken Bowl, Lomo Bowl and Fried Plantains carry the dairy-free tag, out of 9 tagged dishes on the current menu. Every dish's diet tags are listed in the menu.
- Does Machu Chicken have vegan options?
- Yes. 5 dishes are tagged vegan on the current menu, including Fried Plantains and A Lo Pobre Sandwich.
- Is Machu Chicken gluten-free?
- 8 dishes are tagged gluten-free on the current menu. Chefi never infers allergen tags from a dish name alone, but a tag is not a certification — confirm preparation with the restaurant if you have celiac disease or a severe sensitivity.
- What is the highest-protein dish at Machu Chicken?
- Fiesta Bowl, at roughly 27.1g of protein (estimated from ingredients).
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