My experience at Cevich Central was nothing short of disappointing, frustrating, and honestly a complete waste of time and money. From the moment we arrived, the service was practically nonexistent. No proper greeting, no sense of urgency, no attention -- just staff walking around as if customers were invisible. We waited far too long just to be acknowledged, and even longer to be served. At no point did anyone seem to care whether we were helped, satisfied, or even still there. The quality of the food was equally terrible. What was served lacked freshness, flavor, and any resemblance to what ceviche should be. Portions were unimpressive, presentation was careless, and the taste was flat and disappointing. For a place that claims to specialize in ceviche, this was honestly embarrassing. What made the experience worse was the total lack of accountability. No apologies, no check-ins, no attempt to fix the issues or show basic courtesy. It felt like once they had our order, we simply didn't matter anymore. Dining out should be enjoyable -- or at the very least respectful. This was neither. Poor service, poor food, and zero regard for customers. I left frustrated, hungry, and genuinely shocked at how low the standards were. I do not recommend this place to anyone. There are far better options where your time, money, and presence are actually valued. No utensil properly presented either and cheap napkins the only good thing word to mention it's the singer and the way that she sings is beautiful rather than that everything else is deplorable read more

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We came on a Friday night after making a reservation through an online reservation system, which showed the restaurant is having a high rating, the restaurant was completely empty. Our server was very friendly and properly showed us to our table with the reserved sign on it . She was really great. However, after a quick visit to the restroom- which they have two of- I was left horrified by how exceptionally filthy they both were. Both were new and had beautiful fixtures- they were just completely unhygienic with toilet paper and urine on the floor. This automatically set off alarm bells for me so I quickly checked the yelp reviews and prompted my husband that I wanted to leave. It was not confidence of the state of the kitchen behind the scenes if in a completely empty restaurant, they were not able to have clean bathrooms. I would give one Star but I'm giving the second star because of how friendly and kind our waitress was. read more

Cevich Central - Peruvian Near Me - Winter Park, Florida

Bittersweet Experience -- Honest Reflections from a Fellow Peruvian It's bittersweet to write this review, and I actually waited until today to ensure I could share my thoughts as fairly and thoughtfully as possible. The restaurant itself is beautifully decorated -- I truly appreciated the charming details like the little birds on the lamps and the touches of greenery. The ambiance had potential, although the air conditioning was uncomfortably cold for my taste. In fact, I noticed another table requested to be moved, possibly for the same reason. Now, onto the heart of the matter -- the food. I ordered the classic Jalea. The portion size was decent, but for the price, I expected a bit more depth of flavor. Unfortunately, it tasted rather bland. My in-laws ordered Lomo Saltado, which they said had good flavor, but the meat was quite tough. Again, for the price point, we anticipated a higher level of quality and tenderness. On a positive note, the service started off wonderfully. Our waitress was kind, respectful, and attentive -- she took time to explain and listen, which I genuinely appreciated. However, the experience shifted slightly when we asked for fresh canchita. For us Peruvians, this toasted corn is more than a side dish -- it's a symbol of home, comfort, and pride in our culinary culture. Unfortunately, the first serving was stale. When I politely asked for a fresh batch, she initially insisted it was fresh. Only after my in-law agreed with me that she replace it. To any restaurant owner reading this: please train your staff never to contradict a guest's feedback, especially about something so simple to correct- I knew the quality Well!. A serving of canchita costs very little, but the customer's trust and experience are invaluable. While the service was courteous overall, and the atmosphere pleasant, the food and final impression didn't fully reflect the richness and passion that Peruvian cuisine deserves. I started this review by calling it bittersweet because, as a proud Peruvian, it means the world to me when a restaurant represents our culture with authenticity and excellence. Our food tells the story of who we are -- bold, flavorful, and full of heart. I truly hope this establishment can elevate its offerings to match that standard. The potential is there, but the execution fell short this time. read more

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Visit @cevichcentral and was blow away by the quality and flavors of this Peruvian restaurant. Everything was fresh and tasty plus the decoration gets you to a really Caribbean relax vacation! The tuna was one of the best ones that I have tried and the ceviche is the real deal, just like they do it in Peru. Love the rice and the desserts too.. Visité @cevichcentral y quedé impresionado con la calidad y los sabores de este restaurante peruano. Todo estaba fresco y sabroso, además, la decoración te transporta a unas vacaciones caribeñas de relax. El atún fue uno de los mejores que he probado y el ceviche es de primera, igual que lo hacen en Perú. Me encanta el arroz y los postres también. 528 S Park Ave, Winter Park, FL 32789 read more

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AMAZING PERUVIAN RESTAURANT! PLENTY OF GLUTEN FREE DISHES! The seafood and fish they use is top notch ( I am so happy they don't use sway fish like most peruvian restaurants around Orlando area or the country). Every dish we have tried has been very delicious. The Fisherman's Jalea is my favorite so far and they can make it gluten-free which is hard to find in peruvian restaurants. All dishes are a bit pricey but worth every penny in my opinion. Maria was very friendly, attentive, and helpful. Angel is an excellent chef that comes out to your table to make sure you are enjoying the food he prepared and answer any questions you have in regards to the menu. read more

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Ceviche central is what people would call a diamond in the rough. I tried really hard to like everything that I tried but there were definitely flavors missing that are a non-negotiable when visiting an authentic Peruvian restaurant. I went with a larger party so I got to try several different dishes. First off, the maracuya (passion fruit) Pisco Sour was perfect. Good start to the experience. I ordered the Ceviche carretillero with gator tail. Great combination of flavors with a crunch and some spice to it too. This was the best bite of the evening. Next, I tried my friend's Huancaina Pappardelle with Picanha. Huancaina pappardelle was a disappointment - it seemed like the pasta was not even cooked in salt and the sauce had absolutely no flavor to it. Picanha was cooked nicely and was pretty juicy. This next dish was probably the saddest of the table. The calamari with the purple pasta had no flavor whatsoever in the whole dish. Unfortunately, every bite was bland and tasted the same. Only good aspect to the dish was that the calamari was cooked right and not chewy. For dessert, they gave us a complimentary slice of aji amarillo cheesecake. Very interesting combination and something that was unique for sure. Overall, I see so much potential and they have the most unique Peruvian menu I have seen in Orlando. Creativity is there for sure, just the flavors haven't made its way entirely. I would much rather see traditional dishes with an amazing authentic taste. Service was great and they definitely were attentive to our big party. I will give them another chance in some time and hope the flavors are there next time. read more

Cevich Central - Ceviche Carretillero with gator tail - Peruvian Near Me - Winter Park, Florida

The restaurant is beautiful, clean and not too busy on a Tuesday. My server was attentive and knowledgeable on the menu, so was able to recommend dishes based on my preference. I ordered the pulpo parrillero, which was amazing and served with a generous portion! It was served on a beautiful cast iron dish that kept the potatoes hot and crispy, while not over cooking the octopus on top. The octopus was flavourful and perfectly cooked -- the best octopus I've had in Central Florida! The Peruvian corn balanced the textures wonderfully. I also ordered a pisco passion fruit drink which transported me to the tropics. I was with a party of six and it took a while for each person to get their food and drinks but the server did offer a side dish to compensate. All-in-all, I will definitely recommend and be back soon! read more

Cevich Central - Peruvian Near Me - Winter Park, Florida

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Cute dining in Winter Park with all the great Peruvian flavors, coming from a Peruvia foodie herself, Winter Park is known for their nice scenery, and this is located in the strip with cute ambience with indoor and patio dining. Small casual, but cute vibes. My friends and I ate here and we tried a couple of dishes, including an appetizer of Papa a la huancaina, anticuchos, seafood octopus platter, and of course, my favorite, ceviche. Their fish ceviche was really flavorful. I would maybe skip the papa a la huancaina next time. Overall, we really enjoyed our time and our meal. service was pleasant. Quick and polite. Perfect for lunch, date or post shopping date. I would definitely return when in the winter park area! read more

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Food (at least what we got ) was excellent. It was not a busy lunch hour- there were just 6 people inside and me and my friend outside. We ordered the 3 ceviche dish and the alpaca burger and a drink k and some waters. I had planned on also trying out their dessert menu but did not get to. After my friend's drink and my water was brought out, we didn't see our server until 40 minutes later when the ceviche was brought out. When he brought it out he sat it down and left. Didn't check on us - offer another water- just went back inside. 20 minutes later I decided to go in and he was talking to one of the other tables. I asked for the check and said I believe he forgot about our burger- he just said ok and started to go to the kitchen so I had to stop him to say that we didn't want the burger at this point- we just wanted the check. I had high hopes because the location is nice and the pictures online were great--- and the ceviche was the absolute best I have ever had. I'm just annoyed because we wanted to try so much more but were ignored the entire time. Don't get me wrong- I know it takes time for the fresh ceviche- but never checking on us, our drinks, how was our food, and also not even putting the alpaca burger in.... It was just horrible service - and we were not expecting that on Park Ave. read more

Cevich Central - The burger we never got - Peruvian Near Me - Winter Park, Florida

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First time to Winter Park area! My wife and family were in the mood for some Latin food, so we decided for Peruvian food! I will say, the place was very chique', it had a nice ambiance. The service for the most part was top-notch, except for the time the server decided to challenge my wife on how the corns freshness was. The lemonade and Chicha Morada (LOVE this drink) were delicious! My wife and I usually get the Jalea in most Peruvian restaurants, we have gone too. Although this a staple plate for us, we were not impressed with this particular plate. My parents did get the Lomo Saltado and they had no complaints. They mentioned it was very tasteful. I would have to come back again and taste other food, to say if I would recommend based on the Jalea not being to my desired taste. read more

From start to finish, this was an outstanding dining experience and easily some of the best Peruvian food I've had. Every dish we ordered was executed beautifully and full of bold, balanced flavor. The grilled octopus was a standout, perfectly tender with a light char that added depth without overpowering the dish. The potato stack was rich, comforting, and layered with flavor, a deceptively simple dish done exceptionally well. The Seafood Mix Ceviche was fresh, vibrant, and bright, with a perfect balance of citrus and seasoning that highlighted the quality of the seafood. The Maki Acevichado brought everything together with a creative twist, combining texture and flavor in a way that kept every bite interesting. Beyond the food, the service truly elevated the experience. The staff was attentive, knowledgeable, and genuinely welcoming, making sure everything arrived at the right time and that we felt taken care of without ever being intrusive. This is the kind of place that reminds you why dining out can be special, incredible food, thoughtful preparation, and service that makes you want to come back. I'll absolutely be returning and recommending this spot to anyone looking for exceptional Peruvian cuisine. read more

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We checked this place out on a Thursday night with some friends, including one who's Peruvian and really wanted to give it a try. It's still fairly new to Winter Park, and I've been curious since I love ceviche and seafood in general. When we walked in, it was pretty empty. The space was freezing inside (seriously bring a jacket), and at first glance it kind of felt like a fast-casual spot because of the ordering counter setup--but it's definitely more of a sit-down experience. They had one server working at the time who was super friendly and spoke Spanish with us, which made the experience feel a bit more personal. She made some solid recommendations too. We tried one of their Peruvian drinks made with pisco--wish I remembered the name--but it was solid. Not too sweet and paired nicely with the food. My wife got the classic seafood ceviche (non-spicy), and it was really good--fresh, citrusy, and actually a generous portion. Easily one of the better ceviches we've had in Orlando. I went with the grilled seafood platter, which looked great in the photos but was kinda dry in reality. The red sauce on it had nice flavor, but I found myself constantly sipping water between bites. It had a decent variety of seafood, and the portion was big, but I probably wouldn't order it again. One thing to know--it's definitely on the pricier end (it's Winter Park, so not a shock). If you're coming here, come for the ceviche. That alone made the visit worth it. Everything else felt like a maybe. read more

Cevich Central - Classic ceviche - Peruvian Near Me - Winter Park, Florida

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Food was delicious. However very expensive. Told the server to not put cilantro on any of my foods.. and they came with cilantro... it was a good experience but don't think I'll be back. read more

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As we entered the restaurant, we were not greeted. We had to get the attention of the waiter to tell us that we can sit wherever we would like. As we saw the menu, I noticed it was different from the menu online, turns out they have a seasonal menu. We tried a few items. The duck bites were not what we expected. The potato was fried nicely but the duck itself had a weird aftertaste. The Tostones with ceviche was good for the first 5 minutes. After that, the ceviche warmed up too much. The Lomo Saltado was pretty good. But unfortunately I wanted to try the other menu I saw online - and the things I got were alright. Considering the price, as well, this place gets a 2. read more

I so wanted to like this place because I love Peruvian food. Service was severely lacking. Waited 10 min to be seated. There was no one on the floor. Finally got seated and asked for Sauvignon Blanc wine...they were out. Asked for their potato appetizer...they are out of potatoes! Asked for fish dish to be grilled , but they were not accommodating. Only highlight was the classic ceviche. The restaurant was very empty for a Saturday night. Should have been a sign. They did have outside seating. read more

Absolutely authentic Peruvian food with amazing service and chill atmosphere! Highly recommended read more

Cevich Central - Peruvian Near Me - Winter Park, Florida

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The service was great and welcoming. Coming from a Cali girl, the food presentation was amazing and yummy. The experience was nice and would DEFINITELY come back read more

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Nice place to have lunch on a Saturday afternoon with my family. Recommend the Lomo Saltado! read more

Unfortunately really disappointed, I drove 40 mins hoping i was going to have a nice meal, but no. I am not sure if it has new owners, but menu has a lot less choices. I did my best to accommodate to the menu because they had ran out of the items I usually like, causa, chaufa, anticuchos and more. I ended up ordering the tostones appetizer, all we got was a flat tostone not even a cup shape, with a little bit of meat $26, presentation super blah in my opinion not worth the price just a rip off.... then i got a vegan ceviche which states it comes with mushrooms..... they took me as a dumb customer and filled a dish with a bunch of canned artichoke and not a piece of mushroom, is like ordering fish but getting chicken instead... really $28 for this???????? The waitress then stated she would do me the favor and take that out of my check... do me the favor really? I came for the food and the experience all i got was a really disappointing birthday dinner.... I will never come back and suggest for anyone trying to go here to think twice because you might get chicken instead of fish.... read more

Cevich Central - $28 dollar vegan ceviche with a bunch of cut up canned artichoke instead of the mushroom they say in the menu... RIP OFF! - Peruvian Near Me - Winter Park, Florida

Coming from a Peruvian girl, the food was great! The lomo saltado was very flavorful, the potatoes were perfectly crispy with a hint of sweetness, and the rice was cooked well. The server was very attentive and very kind. The aesthetic inside is very nice, it is very bright in there I would suggest lower lighting to match the aesthetic a bit better. Also this is on the pricier end of Peruvian food so be prepped to spend some money. Overall we had a good experience and the location is great! read more

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incredibly peruvian cuisine. best papa à la huancaina i've ever had outside of home. the limo saltado plátanos were also 10/10. will be back! read more

Visited on a random weeknight. Service was on the slow side, but they had one gentleman running front of house as host, waiter, bartender, and food runner. They definitely needed 1 person behind the bar. The other tables got no service while our drinks were being made. Albeit slow the service was warm and they took the time to explain dishes we weren't familiar with in detail. Food was really outstanding. Very fresh fish in the ceviche dishes and the 2 different potato dishes we ordered were also excellent. Had the food not been so good this would've been a 3.5 rating. Give it a try, but be prepared to be patient. read more

Muy Rico todo! Un lugar que recomiendo. El ceviche no fue el favorito.. creo que le ponen jengibre al juguito pero bien. El Lomo de wagu delicioso! read more

The chef and service was great and the food was fantastic Try the aji cheesecake! The ambiance is great too Buen apetito read more

Delicious food, great service and ambiance. Our server is very knowledgeable, attentive, and helpful without being overbearing. Highly recommend if you want a nice meal while shopping on Park Ave. read more