Where To Find the Best Ceviche in Miami

If there’s one thing Miami knows how to do right, it’s ceviche. Whether you like it spicy and citrusy, sweet and tangy, or piled high with choclo and cancha, this city is swimming in sensational spots to get your raw fish fix. From hidden strip mall gems to upscale dinner destinations, I’ve reeled in the best ceviche restaurants across the 305, and I’ve listed them in alphabetical order so you can easily chart your course. Each one brings something special to the table, whether it’s fiery leche de tigre, Japanese-Peruvian fusion, or a chef slicing up flounder just inches from your seat. No matter your ceviche style, these spots are guaranteed to make your tastebuds do a backflip like a flying fish in Biscayne Bay.

So go ahead, dive into this curated list of Miami’s most fin-tastic ceviche destinations – from classics like Aromas del Perú and Dr. Limón to newer standouts like Barra Callao and Locura Marina. There’s no need to flounder around when the cravings hit – I’ve done the fishing for you. Whether you’re team corvina, octopus-obsessed, or just here for the leche de tigre, these ceviche spots are the reel deal. (Get it?)

Aromas del Peru

Locations Across Miami
aromasperu.comAromas del Perú is one of the best ceviche spots in Miami thanks to its expertly prepared fish, shrimp, octopus, and mixed varieties, especially the spicy fish ceviche that packs the perfect punch. With five locations across the city, it’s a go-to for not just ceviche, but also standout Peruvian classics like chicharrón de pescado and lomo saltado. Whether you’re team seafood or more into beef or chicken, Aromas delivers bold flavors that make it a true local favorite.

Barra Callao

17034 W. Dixie Hwy., North Miami Beach
305-974-2815
barracallao.comBarra Callao in North Miami Beach is easily one of the best ceviche experiences in Miami. It’s an intimate 12-seat Peruvian raw bar where chef Anthony Verastegui prepares every dish to order right in front of you. His classic flounder ceviche, made with an addictive leche de tigre and perfectly marinated sweet potatoes, is a masterclass in balance, flavor, and technique. With a perfect 5.0 Google rating, this tiny strip mall gem proves that the city’s best ceviche doesn’t need frills-just fresh fish, bold flavors, and a chef who truly cares.

Ceviches by Divino

Locations Across Miami
cevichesbydivino.comAt Ceviches by Divino, brothers Christian and Frank Encalada create addictive variations that combine hot and cold with dazzlingly fresh flavors. A short menu offers several authentic renditions: fat cubes of corvina marinated in fresh-squeezed lime juice and seasoned with Peruvian limo chili, fresh cilantro, and onion, and served with slabs of sweet potato and choclo (Peruvian giant corn). Try the trio de ceviches – smaller portions of the traditional, an ají amarillo-spiked take, and the “Divino,” with tips toward tropical with a mango-and-avocado-kissed leche de tigre.

Cvi.che 105

Locations Across Miami
ceviche105.squarespace.comA fusion of Japanese and Peruvian flavors meets an immersive atmosphere inspired by gold luxury and the ocean at Cvi.che 105. Chef and owner Juan Chipoco has opened five locations across Miami, each more popular than the last. New Times editors’ choice for “Best Ceviche” in 2024, the restaurant is also a perennial Readers’ Choice in the same category. That’s likely due to the menu, which showcases the best flavors of Japanese cuisine melded with Chipoco’s creativity and background in authentic Peruvian dishes.

El Chalan

7971 SW 40th St., Miami
305-266-0212
el-chalan-restaurant.res-menu.comIf you like Cvi.che 105, you’ll love Chalan. Few diners can resist this casual, traditional Peruvian eatery’s jalea mixta, a platter of lightly battered fried seafood and yuca garnished with a crunchy chili-and-lime-marinated onion-and-pepper topping that beautifully balances the dish’s grease component. One order is a meal for two, but if four split it as a starter, they could sample some of the other classics that make Peruvian cuisine one of the world’s most diverse. Cau cau (tripe and potato stew in smooth yellow ají amarillo sauce), an ancient Incan dish, might be for the adventurous, but El Chalan’s cau cau de mariscos, a house special substituting shellfish for the offal, is accessible to all.

Dr. Limon

Locations Across Miami
doctorlimon.comDr. Limón is a Peruvian slice of paradise specializing in the country’s signature meal of ceviche. If you’re a first-timer, try the “remedio casero,” featuring a fresh catch of white fish bulwarked by sweet potato, choclo (large Peruvian corn), fried corn kernels, and a delicate topping of pickled onion. You could, of course, spice it up more with “Dr. Tokyo,” tuna, pineapple, and hot lime pepper inside a fried tortilla chip. The dish, whose history goes back thousands of years, is a beautiful pairing of flavors, prompting Dr. Limón to have thirteen ceviche options, all as deliciously sour and fatty as the last.

Farolito Restaurant

2885 Coral Wy., Miami
305-446-4122
orderfarolitorestaurant.comWinner of New Times‘ Best Peruvian Restaurant 2023, Farolito is a white-tablecloth neighborhood spot on Coral Way perfect for a nice dinner. The menu is classic Peruvian, with all the ceviches and tiraditos you could ask for, plus seafood appetizers like jalea (fried breaded seafood) and pulpo al olivo (octopus in black olive sauce), along with all sorts of grilled meats and fish. Try ordering something in salsa agridulce, a sweet and sour tamarind sauce.

Jaguar

3067 Grand Ave., Coconut Grove
305-444-0216
jaguarrestaurant.comWe’d be remiss not to mention this Coconut Grove classic. This Coconut Grove staple, named for the elusive cat that was a symbol of power for the Mayan and Aztecs, offers South American fare in a colorful setting. Jaguar offers several different ceviches, along with a selection of grilled meats and seafood. Pair your dinner with a South American cocktail favorite like a pisco sour or caipirinha.

Locura Marina

7118 Collins Ave., Miami Beach
305-397-8555
locuramarinarestaurant.comWinner of New Tmes‘ Best Peruvian Restaurant 2025, sometimes you can’t beat the classics. While Miami remains the best city in America for upscale Peruvian food, Locura Marina in North Beach offers classic comfort dishes from the South American nation just a few steps from the sand. The atmosphere is convivial and inviting, the decor is bright and nautical, and with $15 all-day lunch specials, you won’t have to break the bank for a lovely plate of chaufa, ceviche, lomo, or tacu tacu.

Pisco y Nazca

Locations Across Miami
piscoynazca.comWinner of New Times’ Best Ceviche 2025, each ceviche at Pisco is made with fresh, high-quality seafood, bold spices, and a whole lot of love. Whether you’re sticking with the classics or feeling adventurous, there’s a ceviche for your craving. Go traditional with the ceviche tradicional, where fresh fish meets sweet potato, or step it up with the ceviche callejero or mixto, both packed with octopus, shrimp, and fish, and topped with their own unique garnishes. Looking to explore new horizons? The Nikkei ceviche puts a Japanese twist on a Peruvian classic, featuring ahi tuna, soy sauce, cucumber, and wonton sesame crisps for an irresistible crunch.