Imagine a restaurant that provides diners with an interactive culinary journey through an entire country’s ecosystems. Central, one of San Pellegrino’s four best restaurants worldwide, does just this by taking diners on an edible journey from sea level to mountain summit. Virgilio Martinez and his team make this dream reality at Central.
Experience Peru’s marine life, by sampling ceviche or tiradito (Peruvian version of sashimi). Here.
Cosme Restaurante & Bar
Cosme Restaurante stands out as one of the finest dining experiences available in Lima, offering traditional Peruvian fare as well as modern interpretations such as ceviches, grilled fish and other classics. Furthermore, they feature unique cocktails and wines for an unparalleled dining experience.
This trendy eatery is a favorite among both locals and travelers, located in a historical building close to the ocean in Barranco. The interior design blends old with new styles; while portions are served generously and the menu offers something for all palates.
Chifa Titi restaurant provides an exciting fusion of Peruvian and Chinese culinary traditions, featuring dishes such as chifa (fried noodle) dishes, stir-fried meats, rice/noodle combinations and unique appetizers – great choices for vegetarians as well!
Maido stands out as another of Lima’s premier dining experiences, offering Nikkei cuisine in a creative manner combining Japanese and Peruvian flavors in innovative makis, sushi and sashimi options, drinks and sweet desserts. It has a modern design with plenty of seating in a beautiful dining space.
Amaz stands out in an otherwise standard restaurant scene by using creative Amazonian ingredients in its dishes and menu items, including many unique offerings only found here. In addition, Amaz offers drinks inspired by Amazonian culture and cuisine for drinks served here.
Central is a high-end restaurant that specializes in innovative cuisine. Its menu takes inspiration from Mexico’s diverse landscape, from sea level to mountain summit. Through extensive research of Mexico’s pantry, Central has created some truly innovative creations and is often listed among Latin America’s premier dining spots – even being named fourth on San Pellegrino list’s ranking of world restaurants! Owned and run by Chef Virgilio Martinez with its cozy environment providing a relaxing dining experience.
Amaz
Amaz restaurant provides an exciting Peruvian culinary experience in Lima’s downtown core. The interior evokes rainforest vibes with wooden bar stools carved of dried leaves and lanterns made from dried leaves hung as lanterns from their walls. Food offerings feature playful fusion dishes served up with expert precision.
At this restaurant, the menu changes daily so you’re always in for something delicious and relaxing! Don’t hesitate to book in advance; space can be limited!
Peru boasts an abundant culinary landscape, and Lima chefs are continually challenging norms in culinary creations. Nikkei and Chifa cuisines in Lima combine Japanese with Chinese influences in innovative creations that combine regional ingredients with ancient cultural heritage – even giving traditional Andean and Amazon dishes a modern edge!
Central’s chef has designed an exquisite series of dishes that highlight Peru’s diversity and altitude, using local ingredients from 10 meters below sea level up to 3,750 meters high – taking diners on an immersive culinary journey through its varied ecosystems and flavors.
Maido in Lima is an innovative restaurant serving Nikkei cuisine that is an absolute must. Mitsuharu Tsumura, owner and head chef at Maido is an internationally-recognized chef who has worked at some of Osaka’s premier eateries before coming back home and creating his signature style by mixing traditional Japanese fare with Peruvian ingredients to form his signature style of culinary excellence. His creativity and skill has led to international acclaim as he remains one of the world’s premier chefs!
Mo Bistro combines local ingredients with modern techniques for an excellent dining experience. Their menu boasts an abundance of Peruvian dishes spanning appetizers to desserts. Plus they have an incredible brunch selection as well as an impressive collection of artisanal coffees!
Maido
Micha Tsumura, a Japanese-Peruvian native from Lima, established Maido restaurant, which has since become one of the top three in Latin America and consistently ranks within the world’s best. Here, Peruvian and Japanese culinary traditions meet to create an innovative take on Nikkei cuisine.
As soon as you step foot inside Maido Dining Room, what immediately strikes you is its size and scope. A spacious restaurant that could easily seat hundreds, thick ropes are artfully suspended from the ceiling and all surfaces are draped with red. Such an eye-catching restaurant in an otherwise seafood-focused city like Miami speaks volumes about their team here at Maido!
Once seated, service is seamless as any in the city. With a comprehensive menu featuring options tailored specifically to each diner or opt for the Nikkei Experience tasting menu showcasing Maido’s best dishes – including incredible sushi with rare Amazon jungle ingredients combined with fresh and vibrant touches – Maido provides exceptional dining experiences!
Maido chefs specialize in Peruvian cuisine and offer traditional Peruvian staples like ceviche, Amazonian fish stew paiche, and an unconventional take on cuy (guinea pig).
As such, you won’t ever tire of Maido’s food and its high level of creativity in the kitchen. There is simply no better place in Lima to experience its Peruvian and Japanese fusion cuisine that has earned such global acclaim; making Maido an absolute must-visit experience! Plus if you’re lucky, maybe when you come in they might chant ‘Maido! Maido! Welcome’ in Japanese which seems most fitting!
Astrid & Gaston
Astrid & Gaston Restaurant in Lima is an essential stop if you want to give your friends and family an exceptional dining experience. Established by Astrid Gutsche and Gaston Acurio of Peruvian heritage who studied culinary arts at Le Cordon Bleu in Paris. After graduating they returned home to Peru where they opened a Novo-Andean style cuisine renowned internationally that fuses European techniques with Peruvian ingredients for international gastronomy boom. Their restaurant and their country have received great recognition.
This elegant Lima mansion located on 18th Century is home to this delightful restaurant and provides guests with an exceptional dining experience. They can choose between a la carte and tasting menus; with the latter more cost-effective as it allows you to try an array of classic stews, offal dishes, seafood dishes and exotic fruit flavors criollo staples as well as unique wine and cocktail cocktails from their bar!
Maido stands at the forefront of contemporary Peruvian cuisine and is one of Lima’s premier dining establishments. Their upscale environment makes for an ideal venue to celebrate special events or romantic evenings, while their innovative Nikkei cuisine (a combination of Japanese and Peruvian culinary traditions) provides exciting culinary offerings like innovative ceviche, featuring local seafood combined with citrusy citrus flavors; or reinvented Lomo Saltado dishes featuring gourmet touches – two dishes which truly distinguish Maido as one of Lima’s premier establishments!
Miraflores restaurant is an iconic Peruvian destination with classic decor and refined seating, serving traditional Peruvian cuisine with contemporary flare as well as signature cocktails and offering special group menus.
Antigua Taberna Queirolo offers an authentic dining experience in its traditional atmosphere reminiscent of old Lima, and with food that draws inspiration from Amazonian ingredients sourced locally – one of the finest restaurants in Lima!
