Yet another hidden gem, tucked in a strip on Webber. 'Mom and pop, small friendly Peruvian restaurant with a variety of mouth watering selections. I chose an entree with flank steak and pasta ; tender meat and wonderful flavors. My server ('owners. daughter is my woman' so I help out) even split my meal into 1/2 eat there and 1/2 take home very accommodating. I can't wait to go back ! read more

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I had their ceviche and when it came out, the portion is enormous. But the quality was disappointing. The fish was chewy. That's no bueno in my book, especially with a ceviche place read more

"Chicken fried rice" is more like fried rice with a few lucky bites of a few tiny pieces of chicken, if you can find them. Without the sauce that comes on the side, it's okay at best but the sauce takes it up a notch. Wish it came with more sauce and chicken. read more

El Ceviche - Chicken? Fried rice. There's basically little-to-no chicken in here. - Peruvian Near Me - Sarasota, Florida

Servings. This is what we would described this place. Servings are huge. And they're serving their full menu. Started with chicharon de calamari, they looked like onion rings but better. No tentacles but they were still enjoyable with their dip. And of course, ceviche de pescado. Just look at the serving size in a bowl. This is ceviche heaven. Main courses were pechuga empanizada (breaded chicken), man this was also very good. Then the corvina cevichef which was also very tasty. If I compared this to the grilled corvina from Peruvian Grill, I prefer the latter as their corvina had a hint of crispiness which made the fish very enjoyable. Then the arroz chaufa de mariscos. Again, to compare the chaufa de mariscos of Peruvian grill, preferred the taste of the latter but that doesn't mean El Ceviche's version isn't enjoyable as it still is very tasty, plus didn't I mention their huge servings? Took home the leftovers so we can just stay at the beach the next day and enjoying these meal again. You're gonna fall asleep after dining here. No outdoor dining unfortunately. It's so bad writing these reviews as looking at these pics makes my mouth watery and stomach growling. Another place to go back to when in Sarasota. read more

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Amazing Peruvian Flavors You Won't Want to Miss! If you're a fan of bold, vibrant flavors and authentic Peruvian cuisine, this restaurant is a must-visit! The menu is packed with a delicious range of appetizers, soups, and main courses that will leave your taste buds delighted. Start with the Appetizers The *Papa de Rellena* is a perfect way to kick off your meal--mashed potato stuffed with seasoned ground beef, crispy on the outside and packed with flavor inside. For seafood lovers, the *Chicharron de Calamari* is fried to perfection, tender, and complemented with fresh sauces. If you're looking for a refreshing dish, the *Causa Rellena* is a perfect blend of mashed Peruvian yellow pepper, filled with your choice of tuna, shrimp, or chicken. Soups That Comfort Your Soul The seafood soups are out of this world! Whether you choose the *Chupe de Camarones* (a delightful shrimp chowder) or the *Parihuela* (a refreshing seafood soup), each dish is simmered to perfection with rich broth, vegetables, and spices that make for a truly comforting experience. The restaurant truly shines with its chicken and beef selections. The *Anticuchos* (marinated veal heart) offer a unique and flavorful experience, while the *Churrasco Perrillero* is a 10 oz grilled steak that melts in your mouth, paired beautifully with rice, beans, and sweet plantains. The *Bistec a lo Pobre* is another star--tender steak served with fried eggs and sweet plantains that add the perfect sweetness to the dish. If you're in the mood for chicken, the *Pechuga Empanizada* or grilled options are just as satisfying, offering tender, juicy chicken served with hearty sides like beans, rice, and salad. The creamy *Aji de Gallina*, shredded chicken in a yellow pepper sauce, is also a fan favorite that you'll keep craving! Why Visit The combination of fresh ingredients, authentic recipes, and warm service makes this restaurant a standout for anyone seeking Peruvian cuisine. Whether you're a seasoned fan or a first-timer, there's something for everyone here. The prices are reasonable for the portion sizes, and each bite feels like a culinary adventure through Peru. Make this spot your next food destination--you won't be disappointed! Customer service is amazing very outgoing and kind person. He explained everything about how they make the food. Even the food that they don't have In the menu. he somehow make it happen for us. The owner are very friendly & kind as well.. read more

Best fish ceviche in Sarasota. Elias and Rosa are great. Large portions. Arroz chaufa is also delicious

This spot is very authentic, me and my wife both enjoyed it and we will definitely eat here again. We had the Chaufa mixto with seafood and the seco de cordero which is lamb stew and they weee both amazing read more

El Ceviche - Chaufa mixto - Peruvian Near Me - Sarasota, Florida

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I've been to this place a few times. What sticks out the most is that the PORTIONS ARE HUGE. I've had a ceviche several times. It could easily feed two. It's a Peruvian style ceviche featuring a mix of seafood and onion and marinate in a citrus juice to cook. I love the acidity and it hits the spot! The seafood fried rice was spot on for flavor. They filled the entire to-go box and lasted for 4 meals! read more

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Best Cuban sandwich I ever hand! Service was great! Everything coming out of the kitchen looked wonderful....it was our first time there and we ordered the sandwich to be safe. We are going back tomorrow to try the ceviche! read more

Came to this spot with friends while visiting Sarasota. Location: Small little restaurant in a shopping center with parking in front. Food: Amazing flavor and giant portion sizes! We were started off with the roasted corn and green sauce (disposable containers due to Covid). Calamari- giant plate with red onions and yellow sauce. Great flavors and only $7.99 Ceviche de Pescado- Amazing flavor and huge portion. My husband couldn't finish it. Lomo a lo Macho- Beef sirloin (made to your liking) with side of yuca and plantains. Included a bowl of mixed seafood (I could make out shrimp and mussels) in a creamy flavorful sauce. We were 5 people and everyone loved their meals! We will definitely be recommending and revisiting this spot anytime we're in Sarasota. read more

El Ceviche - Appetizer- Chicharron de Calamari Served with red onions and yellow sauce. The red onions were so good, we asked for more. - Peruvian Near Me - Sarasota, Florida

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Family owned. All fresh! Delicious. Great service. I would call this a hidden gym and will be back. read more

El Ceviche - Food - Peruvian Near Me - Sarasota, Florida

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Portions are huge for the price. But I found the food to be lacking in the loads of flavor I was hoping for. The yucca was cut on the big end, giving less surface area for the fry oil to crisp them and the sauce they were served with was cold cheese. I've had these in Chicago and they were served with a light vinegar that was perfect. Pretty disappointed in these. The ceviche was Devine. Light and crisp and tart. It wasn't served with anything for dipping like chips but it was yummy. The calamari was okay, nothing to knock your socks off. The dinners lacked salt or any other spice. But the real reason I gave 3 stars and not 4 is the service was SLOW. There appeared to be 3 people serving tables and it just took painfully long. read more

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Good, but slow For tonight's dinner I ordered Lomo Saltados, which has become my usual Peruvian dish. Aside from being intrigued with a dish that has both rice and French fries, it has well-prepared meat in a brown gravy. I was pleased with my Lomo Saltados from El Ceviche, the steak reasonably tender. The restaurant didn't seem small to us, being the only customers during our early visit, but I suppose there were not many tables. We picked the table right next to the window and watched the people in the shared parking lot. We were there for a while, it took a good 20 minutes from the time we ordered our food until it arrived, and even longer as I worked through my large plate of food. We did receive some Peruvian corn nuts (Cancha) with a dipping sauce when we first arrived, which got us off to a great start. They have a section in the menu for ceviche dishes, but I was a little disappointed they didn't have an appetizer size with a smaller price. We took a pass. We liked our server, thought he did ok. It was noisy in the restaurant, a battle between lively music and a loud TV, both in Spanish. read more

El Ceviche - Lomo Saltados - Peruvian Near Me - Sarasota, Florida

The place was dirty... a hole on the wall tiny did not matter to me but being dirty it took my appetite away ended trying the ceviche was good my husband wanted to stay we were visiting Sarasota and it was close to our hotel read more

Authentic cuisine, friendly service, convenient location, excellent ceviche varieties.

If you haven't eaten here, I'm sorry for you. Get yourself there and be ready for a favor explosion in your mouth!

The best Spanish Food I've ever had! Small family restaurant with a wide variety of food choices with large portions. Definitely would recommend for anyone craving some great food, and great service! read more

Great food!!! The beef stew is soooo good! The chicken in pepper sauce was also very yummy. The ucca fries needed a sauce but were good. The flan is a must! read more

Food was tasty. A bit over priced but area is pricey regardless. Ceviche was fresh. Other plates good. The issue is the owner cooks by himself. We waited over an hour just to get our food. Nice couple runs it. We had a friendly conversation with them as we were eating and they had officially closed for the night. So it was a good time but too long of a wait. They need to get help in kitchen. read more

Excellent again. Food quality is obviously of serious import to these folks. Service was provided by a nice young man. We are return customers and the place will not disappoint. Skip the mainstream commercial joints. Go here appreciate genuine real food. read more

As others have stated, the portions here are huge! The ceviche was overall pretty good and lasted us a couple days. The chicken in the platter was mediocre, but since everything else was decent, I'm willing to try some other entrees next time. read more

Is ok not to to bad but don't feel like I want to go back you can try the service feels like they forgot things not that many options to choose. read more

What a great little place I've been now three times and would recommend to anyone I can!! excellent food very good quality. excellent service from the young man I believe to be the owner son. I live walking distance so I'll be visiting often!! read more

Really delicious food. Loved the family atmosphere. Menu is very well put together with many yummy dishes. read more

We are so glad that we found this restaurant! The service was great, the food was amazing, and the portion size of each dish was huge! We will definitely be back! read more

Huge portions, and family owned. Had the chickensaltado , Very, very good with the rice and gravy. even ate all the fries they were so good. .the cevichemixto was awesome and so much Way too much food for one person but I enjoyed trying to eat all of it. Busy restaurant so you know the food is good. Give this place a try if you like ceviche and Peruvian family style chow. read more

Excellent flavors, family atmosphere, GENEROUS PORTIONS and if you're a ceviche fan, don't sleep on this place! 10/10 read more

El Ceviche - Arroz con Mariscos and Steak Churrasco - Peruvian Near Me - Sarasota, Florida

The best Chicken Chaufa and Chilean bass ceviche in town! Our go to for Peruvian in Sarasota:)

This was my first time to the restaurant and I think it has very good selections and prices. Right when we walked in we were seated and the staff treated us like family. I had "Lomo Saltado" which was very good cooked to perfection and they made a substitution for me with no up charge. I would recommend this place to anyone interested in trying a new cuisine although Peruvian/Cuban cuisine has much of the same base foods as american so it's nothing you can't handle. I went out with my family and the waitress seen I was trying to take a picture and politely asked if we wanted her to take the picture of all of us together which I thought was nice. I think they have a family atmosphere and treats everyone that comes in as family which is nice as well. The desert was delicious I had "Tres Leches Cake" and enjoyed it. I gave it 5 stars for the tremendous staff, cleanliness of the restaurant and bathroom, food and desert, and price for what you get. I think you should definitely try it out!! read more

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Great night! If you want a great authentic, family place to hang out....this is the best place! Fun, and amazing food! They prepared dinner for over 20 for us!!!!! read more

The best cerviche I've ever had! Ask for some pics with your pescado and the flavors are amazing. The yucca frita was perfect and the sangria topped the night off perfectly. read more

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OMG!!! My husband and I search out hole in the wall restaurants when we travel because they have the best food. El Ceviche in Sarasota did not disappoint. We both had the steak, rice, beans, salad and plantains and it was delicious!! If you are looking for authentic Cuban food, go to El Ceviche. You will not be disappointed. read more

WOW!! I've never had better Peruvian food and I'm from Miami and have visited Peru. Don't let the initial appearance of this place fool you, it's amazing. The Ceviche Mixo was huge and delicious. We also had the Pescado a lo macho (corvina in a special cream sauce). We had papa relleno as an appetizer. Everything was out of this world good, the portions where great, and everything was so affordable! This place is a real gem!! You will not regret it! read more

The one time I went there to have seafood ceviche it was the best I've ever had. Hands down. Delish! Definitely worth a visit... read more

Great food and not too expensive. Dishes come with fried yucca and plantains. Exactly what we were looking for.

Great food, especially the Ceviche plates. They are huge and so delicious. It is a small but cute place with friendly staff. Try the homemade Maracuja juice for sure. I definitely recommend this place read more

El Ceviche - Appetizer - Peruvian Near Me - Sarasota, Florida

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So delicious !!! Here in Sarasota on vacay and second time eating here. The tostones paraderos are amazing. It's leche de tigre on fried plantains. We will return here soon before leaving. read more

El Ceviche - So delicious !!! Here in Sarasota on vacay and second time eating here. The tostones paraderos are amazing. - Peruvian Near Me - Sarasota, Florida

Found this place while looking for another restaurant. We are so glad we did. First of all the staff was fantastic. I don't think we have had a better waiter. Very friendly and took the time to explain all of the dishes. The food was fantastic. We started out with fried plantains (tostones) which were fried perfectly. They had aji verde sauce on each table that complimented the plantains perfectly. My wife and I had the Lechon Azado with black beans and rice. The server brought us a plate of marinated red onions to put on the pork along with the aji sauce. This took the pork to another level. Another person at the table had the Churrasco Parrillero which he enjoyed. Over all a great meal, service, and atmosphere. read more

I was in Sarasota and I was in the mood for some Cuban food. I saw this place and it looked good to me. The food was so good I went back the next day for more. I would recommend Tostones Paradero. read more

This small and quaint restaurant will surprise you with its ample portions and delicious meals exuberating in authentic Peruvian and Cuban cuisine. read more

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