If you think you’ve had great seafood before, Florida’s Peruvian kitchens are about to prove you wrong.
Across Florida, plates of citrus-kissed ceviche arrive bright, bold, and unapologetically fresh. Lime bites.
Chili lingers. Sweet red onions crunch with every forkful.
One taste and suddenly the drive feels like the best decision you’ve made all week.
But it doesn’t stop at ceviche. There’s smoky lomo saltado hitting the pan.
Golden empanadas cracking open with steam. Sauces that flirt with fire and refuse to be ignored.
These restaurants don’t play it safe — they bring coastal Peru straight to the Sunshine State, layering heat, acid, and salt into dishes that demand your full attention. Come hungry, bring friends, and prepare for that moment of silence after the first bite — when everyone at the table realizes this trip was completely worth it.
Pisco Peruvian Gastrobar — Orlando, FL
At Pisco Peruvian Gastrobar in Orlando, the ceviche leans pure coastal comfort. You get bright limón, bracing leche de tigre, and that essential hit of cilantro and red onion.
Fish is cut just right, letting texture shine while the citrus cure does its magic. Sweet potato and choclo round out each forkful with soft and crisp contrasts.
Beyond the staple, find tiraditos that slide toward silkier, sashimi-adjacent bites. Ají amarillo dressing introduces fruit and gentle heat, perfect if you like nuance over burn.
Pair with a classic pisco sour or passionfruit variation that mirrors the citrus in your bowl.
Staff are great at guiding spice and acidity if you want bolder tiger’s milk. Happy hour gets lively, so bring friends and graze on causas, jalea, and yuca.
Plates are designed to share.
Location near Lake Nona makes it a convenient detour before or after airport runs. If you love fresh, bright seafood, this stop pays off.
Memories of Peru Pollos A La Brasa — Orlando, FL
Memories of Peru surprises ceviche lovers in a spot known for rotisserie chicken. The ceviche brings clean, firm fish and a balanced leche de tigre that keeps citrus bright without overwhelming.
Crunchy cancha and tender sweet potato keep every bite composed. It is the type you order as a starter then reorder as your main.
When you want variety, add a half pollo a la brasa with crispy skin and smoky depth. That contrast next to chilled citrus seafood is unbeatable.
Their ají sauces are housemade and addictive, particularly the herbaceous green one.
Service moves quickly, and portions run generous, ideal for group sharing. Ask for heat tweaks if you prefer a fiercer tiger’s milk.
Sides like arroz chaufa and yuca fries make easy add-ons.
Expect a casual, family-forward mood perfect for a laid-back feast. If you crave authenticity without frills, this place nails comfort and freshness in one table spread.
Memories of Peru Pollos A La Brasa International Drive — Orlando, FL
This International Drive sibling keeps the same ceviche standard while catering to theme-park schedules. Expect tangy, milky leche de tigre hugging just-cured fish, with red onion bite and cilantro perfume.
Sweet potato and choclo balance texture and sweetness, making it both refreshing and satisfying after long days out.
Pair with a quarter or half pollo a la brasa to contrast chill and char. The green ají brightens everything, so keep it within reach.
Tiraditos lean light and silky if you want citrus without extra crunch.
Tourist traffic means quick turnover, yet service stays friendly and patient. If you are spice-shy, they can dial back the heat.
Portions handle families, so plan to share a ceviche mixto and some sides.
Parking is straightforward, and takeout travels well if you are hotel-bound. For a reliable, delicious ceviche fix near attractions, this stop is a smart bet every time.
Aji Ceviche Bar — St. Petersburg, FL
Aji Ceviche Bar leans into variety, so start with a ceviche flight if available. You will taste how leche de tigre shifts from classic citrus to ají amarillo fruitiness to rocoto spice kicked up a notch.
Fish and shrimp stay pristine, cut to the right thickness for a quick, clean cure.
The bar scene suits casual dates or solo happy hours, especially with a tart pisco sour alongside. Tiraditos plate beautifully, thin and glossy, perfect for citrus-forward palates.
Staff can suggest pairings that match your heat preferences.
Beyond seafood, causas are stacked and playful, and jalea brings crunchy seafood abundance. Share generously so you can cover more of the menu in one go.
Weekends fill fast, so slide in early.
Downtown St. Pete parking can be tight, but turnover helps. You come for ceviche, then stay for the vibe and friendly guidance that makes exploring Peruvian flavors feel easy.
Aji Ceviche Bar Sarasota – Peruvian Restaurant — Sarasota, FL
The Sarasota outpost channels the same ceviche-first mindset with a breezy Gulf vibe. Expect bright, balanced leche de tigre and firm, fresh fish that carries citrus without turning mushy.
Sweet potato and choclo add grounding comfort while red onion and cilantro keep each forkful snappy.
If you like nuance, try tiradito with yellow ají for a silky, sunshiny sauce that leans fruity over fiery. Staff happily calibrate heat, so do not hesitate to ask.
A crisp lager or pisco sour keeps the palate refreshed.
Causas come layered and photogenic, great for sharing, while jalea delivers a crunchy seafood pile that disappears fast. Everything arrives quickly, making it ideal before a show or beach sunset.
Portions remain generous.
Parking in the plaza is easy, and the room feels casual yet stylish. It is the kind of place where you pop in for ceviche and wind up ordering another round because it tastes that fresh.
Ceviche House — Orlando, FL
Ceviche House focuses on clean, bold Peruvian flavors with no fuss. Their ceviche is textbook good, with just-cured fish, onion crunch, and a zippy leche de tigre you will chase to the last spoonful.
Ask for mixto if you like shrimp or octopus joining the party. The balance of acid, salt, and heat shows careful hands.
Order a causa to contrast chilled potato and bright fillings, or add a seafood chaufa if you want something warm. Portions work well for sharing, so try a second ceviche with different heat.
The staff is friendly and efficient.
Prices stay fair for the quality, and weeknights are relaxed if you want a quick in-and-out. They are happy to adjust spice to your comfort.
Bring someone willing to split plates.
Located on South Orange Blossom Trail, it is convenient for locals and visitors alike. If freshness is your main requirement, this spot checks every box decisively.
Ceviches Peru Restaurante Peruano — Hialeah, FL
In Hialeah, Ceviches Peru keeps things unpretentious and delicious. The ceviche comes bright and bracing, with generous seafood and a well-seasoned leche de tigre that tastes like it was whisked moments ago.
Red onion bite and cilantro aroma keep everything lifted. Expect satisfying portions and solid value.
If you want more crunch, order jalea for a fried seafood medley that begs for squeezes of lime. A classic causa offers a cool break between citrusy bites.
Staff members are quick with recommendations and happy to dial spice.
Weekends get lively with families and big shared plates. Consider the ceviche mixto for variety, then mop up tiger’s milk with a spoon.
It is that good. Inca Kola on the side completes the experience.
Parking is straightforward, and service moves fast. For a true neighborhood feel and ceviche that punches above its price, this spot earns a dedicated detour.
Ceviches Peru Beach — Miami Beach, FL
Blocks from the sand, Ceviches Peru Beach serves the kind of ceviche that makes you hungry after a swim. The mixto brings fish, shrimp, and octopus in citrusy leche de tigre with a touch of heat that lingers lightly.
Crunch from cancha and sweetness from camote keep the bowl addictive.
Sip a maracuyá pisco sour and add tiraditos for a smoother, sashimi-like slice of the same flavors. Seafood platters arrive piled high, ideal for groups wanting a little of everything.
Service is quick and beach-casual.
Heat levels can be tuned, so mention your preference. If you want something warm, seafood arroz or chupe balances the chill of ceviche.
The setting feels celebratory without being fussy.
Come early for patio seats and golden light. Prices reflect the location but portions remain generous.
For sun, salt air, and a sharp citrus hit, this address delivers consistent, smile-inducing plates.
305 Peruvian Modern Cuisine — Miami, FL
305 Peruvian Modern Cuisine threads the needle between sleek presentation and comforting flavor. The ceviche tastes precise, with just-cured fish and a leche de tigre that hums with citrus and gentle heat.
You will notice thoughtful garnishes and crisp textures that never get heavy. It is modern without losing soul.
Move to tiraditos lined with ají amarillo for fruit and warmth, or add a causa topped with seafood salad for chilled balance. If you are hungry, lomo saltado brings savory wok-kissed comfort.
Cocktails keep acidity in check, especially the classic pisco sour.
Service is attentive and happy to steer heat levels. The room works for date nights and small groups, with a playlist that stays upbeat but talk-friendly.
Portions are fair and beautifully plated.
Street parking can be competitive, so plan a little buffer time. When you want Miami style and Lima flavor in one sitting, this address delivers memorably fresh ceviche.
Huarike Peruvian Cuisine — Clermont, FL
Huarike brings coastal Peru to Clermont with a ceviche that tastes bright and clean from the first spoonful. The mixto blends textures beautifully, from tender octopus to snappy shrimp and firm fish.
Leche de tigre lands creamy-citrus, not harsh, so you can finish the bowl happily. Cancha crunch and camote sweetness make perfect companions.
If you want a warm follow-up, try arroz con mariscos or a comforting chupe. Portions skew generous, ideal for sharing a second ceviche with different heat.
Staff is unfailingly kind and helpful.
The room is casual and welcoming, with service that moves at an easy clip. Ask for spice adjustments if you prefer a gentle ride.
Drinks stay simple and refreshing.
Parking is easy, and prices feel like a find for the freshness delivered. When exploring central Florida beyond the hubs, this spot proves great ceviche travels well inland.