Coracora, Award-Winning Peruvian Restaurant, Announces Expansion to West Hartford's Blue Back Square

Coracora, the authentic, family-run Peruvian restaurant known for its lauded, from-scratch cuisine, announced today that it will be opening its upscale flagship location later this year in the heart of Blue Back Square at 51 Isham Road in West Hartford, with its current location remaining open as a fast casual offering. A three-time James Beard Award Semifinalist (2022, 2023, 2024) and Finalist (2023) for Outstanding Restaurant and Semifinalist Best Chef – New England (2022, Chef Macarena Ludena), Coracora has become a well-known culinary destination across the state. Adding to its accolades, it was named both the 2023 Best Restaurant in Connecticut and in Hartford County by the Connecticut Restaurant Association at the annual CRAzies awards.

Now in its second generation of family ownership, Coracora is helmed by sisters Chef Macarena Ludena and co-owner Grecia Ludena. First opened in 2011 by their parents Luisa Jimenez and Hector Ludena,

Coracora has since built up its loyal clientèle based on three main pillars -- high-quality ingredients, a warm and welcoming family-like experience, and top-notch customer service. All dishes are made in- house and without artificial preservatives, furthering Coracora's dedication to excellence and authentic Peruvian cuisine.

"We're excited to grow Coracora and become an integral part of West Hartford's vibrant Blue Back Square," said Grecia Ludena, co-owner of Coracora, adding, "The upscale, vibrant scene there will perfectly complement Coracora’s new flagship location, and we can’t wait to enhance our existing and future customers' experiences."

“Coracora’s flair for serving up authentic Peruvian cuisine within an upscale, stylish atmosphere has made it a household name in the West Hartford community,” said Paul Brandes, Principal with Brand Street Properties. “We couldn’t be more excited for Blue Back Square to be home to their new flagship location as we grow our lineup of unique dining, retail, and entertainment offerings.”

Coracora will take the space formerly occupied by Rosa Mexicano who recently closed their doors in West Hartford.

For more information on Coracora, please visit their website or their social media.