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Middletown (Eastgate)
Located in: Eastgate Shopping Center
Address: 12531 Shelbyville Rd, Middletown, KY 40243, United States
Phone: +1 502-618-2725
Operating Hours:
Sunday: 12:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Monday – Saturday: 11:00 AM – 9:00 PM
Shelbyville Road
Authentic Peruvian rotisserie chicken in the heart of Middletown. Fresh off the charcoal, every single time.
Right in Your Backyard
Tucked into Eastgate Shopping Center on Shelbyville Road — easy parking, a welcoming dining room, and something on the menu that'll make you a regular.
Worth the Drive from Atlanta
One reviewer drove from Georgia just to eat here. The Pollo a la Brasa is golden, smoky, and marinated in spices you won't find anywhere else in east Louisville.
Don't Skip the Empanadas
Handmade, stuffed with rotisserie chicken, baked to a flaky golden crisp. Pair them with the signature creamy aji — guests say it goes on absolutely everything.
From the Kitchen
What the Regulars Say
"One of a kind find! The chicken is always fresh off the rotisserie and so juicy." — Nathaniel B. | "Food is incredible — must try it!" — Rachel Horn
Find Us in Middletown
12531 Shelbyville Rd, Middletown, KY 40243 · (502) 618-2725 · Ample free parking in the Eastgate Shopping Center lot right out front.
Explore All Locations
With locations across Louisville, Simpsonville, and Clarksville, find the Carali's closest to you.
Carali’s: Fresh. Never Frozen. Charcoal-Fired.
Peruvian Pollo a la Brasa, slow-cooked over real charcoal the way Lidia always dreamed it should be. Come taste the difference.
Bring Carali’s Famous Flavor to Your Next Event!
At Carali’s, we bring the authentic taste of Peru straight to your special occasions. Named in honor of Carlos, Rafael, and his late mother Lidia, our restaurant turns a lifelong dream into a reality you can taste. Whether you are hosting a family gathering, a corporate lunch, or a milestone celebration, our team is dedicated to delivering an unforgettable dining experience that will leave your guests talking.
Our catering features our signature hormone-free, fresh, never-frozen chicken, meticulously marinated in authentic Peruvian spices. Slow-cooked over real charcoal in our custom rotisserie ovens, every bite delivers that smoky, mouthwatering perfection your guests deserve. Don't forget our famous house-made sauces—they are so good, your guests won't be able to resist!
Real Charcoal. Real Fire.
Most places roast chicken in an oven. We don't. Ours spins over hardwood charcoal, low and slow, until the skin is crispy and the inside is impossibly tender.
The Menu
Seven Locations Ready to Serve You
From New Cut Road to Clarksville, we're close. Find your nearest Carali's and come in — or order online for pickup and delivery.
Built on a Promise, Fired by Charcoal
Carali's started as a son's promise to honor his mother's dream. It grew into seven locations, a cult following, and some of the most talked-about chicken in Louisville.
What our guests are saying
Excellent food. Chicken had great flavour. Yucca fries were a sneaky good side! Very friendly, very fast.
Dustin H.
Large, well-laid-out Peruvian fast food restaurant. Good food. The rotisserie chicken with a generous portion of green beans and rice bowl dish was excellent. The server was very pleasant and helpful.
Harvey H.
The location looks amazing!! The Chaufa is as tasty as ALWAYS. I am excited about the new store, so close to my house!! Everything is sooooo delicious!
Luisa M.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What are you known for?
We are known for Tequenos, Chicken Soup, Peruvian Food, Empanada, Empanadas, Inca Kola, Shrimp, Grilled Chicken, and Soup
What areas do you serve?
We serve the following areas: Middletown, Woodland Hills, Douglass Hills, Anchorage, Sycamore, Blue Ridge Manor, Wildwood, Jeffersontown, Hurstbourne, Lyndon, Meadowbrook Farm, Moorland, Bellemeade, Meadow Vale, Hickory Hill, Forest Hills, Rolling Hills, Hurstbourne Acres, Creekside, and Langdon Place.
