OMG.. best food ever! The atmosphere is awesome and the owner provided exceptional service!

The food was spectacular! Kevin the owner was extremely friendly and accommodating, suggesting sides and dishes. As a first timer, please try the "sudado de pescado", a wonderfully steamed fish in tomato sauce. For the more adventurous, the "pargo frito" fried red snapper. As for drinks the "chicha morada" purple corn drink was sweet and refreshing. If you like chicken, get the whole roasted chicken with two sides (personal favorites are the "platanitos maduros" and the "yuca") read more

A huge surprise. I wasnt for sure about this little hole in wall place. Service was welcoming and I made a decision to sit down and look at the menu. then next thing you know, I started to order appetizers and then finally main course. I am very pleased with this place thank you so much for your experience next time. I'm in Tampa. I'll make sure I come back and visit. read more

Why 4 stars? Was looking for something different in a new area for me. Happened to find this little place in a busy strip mall. Cute and quiet interior, clean and service was very friendly and welcoming. Let's get to the food! Good amount of options for carnivores to vegetarians. Was made when I ordered it for the most part, had good flavor and was well seasoned. Only knock I could really find was the price. Not totally unreasonable, but on the high end, so not an everyday type meal or spot. Def stop by and give them a shot, but don't be shocked when the bill comes! :) read more

An unassuming spot in a strip mall with A+ service and a staff that cares. This restaurant serves Peruvian staples like limo saltado, delicious gnocchi and the most massive serving of fried rice. If you want chicken fried rice, this place is the best compared to any Asian place around. Yes, it's Peruvian but their cuisine includes a mix of many cultures. You can also BYO wine for a reasonable corkage fee. read more

My boyfriend and I went here to try Peruvian food, and this place exceeded our expectations!! There was live music, great drinks, the staff was so friendly, and our food was delicious! read more

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We came to Happy Fish to celebrate my uncle's birthday this year, and it was the perfect choice for a family gathering! We decided to go all out and ordered a massive spread to share, and every single dish blew us away.We ordered everything from the fresh and bright ceviche, a flavorful causa, perfectly seasoned anticuchos, and the rich and comforting ají de gallina. We also had the arroz chaufa and the tallarines verdes, and the kitchen absolutely nailed the authentic Peruvian flavors across the board.The service was wonderful, the atmosphere was incredibly welcoming for a celebration, and the food kept everyone happy. If you want a place that serves a wide variety of excellent, traditional dishes that will satisfy a whole crowd, this is the spot! read more

This happy fish is delicious!! The dishes are fresh and portion are big enough to share. We started with a few appetizers and ended up ordering many dishes. Every Peruvian dish is different. The service is great and the atmosphere is casual. I Highly recommend this restaurant. read more

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Came here on a Thursday evening! Great ambiance. Had a fish dish that was perfect! Would love to come back for their steak.

Food was pleasantly seasoned and tasted absolutely delicious. I also had a piscu drink, which was amazing. Staff was very friendly and not to mention Kevin, the owner, A kind gentleman and a pleasing delight. Will definitely return. Thanks Happy Fish for the wonderful time. read more

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Excellent service! Beautiful little quaint restaurant. Can watch the world cup matches. Food is good (not amazing, but better than good). It's a little overpriced, but still worth trying. read more

Happy Fish - Ceviche Mixto - Peruvian Near Me - Tampa, Florida

Food was amazing- Fast, fresh & beautiful Service was excellent Will be returning soon read more

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great food! Excellent service! Very personable experience! We will definitely be back read more

Happy Fish serves up a cozy and authentic vibe that makes you feel right at home. The interior is warm and inviting, and the decor gives off real Peruvian charm. Started with the Yuca a la Huancaína, crispy fried yuca served with a creamy cheese sauce that hit all the comfort food notes. For dinner, I had the Tallarines Verde con Lomo Saltado--a pesto pasta paired with flavorful beef stir fry. Both dishes were solid, but I found myself wanting a bit more salt. (Then again, I like things on the saltier side, so... take that feedback with a grain of salt. ) Not the best Peruvian restaurant in Tampa but definitely worth a try! read more

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I came here with a group of friends and overall we liked it. The restaurant is located in a big plaza with many parking spots. Once arrived we were seated and the waitress immediately took our order. However, after that he didn't check on us again. We tried ceviche mixto and pescado a lo macho. The size of the portion of ceviche was way smaller than the portions I have tried in other places, and the price was more expensive. The taste was fine. The pescado a la macho was OK. The calamari was very soft, but the sauce lacked of flavor a bit. My friends also ordered tacu tacu woth lomo, pollo saltado, and olluco. Their portions were bigger and they seemed to enjoy the flavor. read more

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I feel like you have to know to speak spanish to communicate and express yourself here. Good thing we have a peruvian in the group and ordered for us. Big servings but Service is slow af too. We were waiting for a to go order for the longest time got it wrong and we have to wait again. read more

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Happy Fish is a solid go-to for well-executed Peruvian food paired with excellent service. I ordered the chargrilled Peruvian chicken with maduros, rice, and black beans, and it was done very well. The chicken was juicy with a nice char and balanced seasoning. The maduros were tender and caramelized, and the rice and beans complemented the plate without overpowering it. We started with the ceviche on tostones, which was the standout. Fresh, bright, and well-seasoned ceviche served on crispy tostones that held up nicely--great flavor and texture all around. I also had one of their traditional Peruvian drinks, which was refreshing and well-balanced, not overly sweet, and paired nicely with the food. What really set this place apart was the service--attentive, friendly, and professional from start to finish. Food came out promptly, and the staff was genuinely welcoming. Overall, Happy Fish delivers quality food, strong service, and a comfortable atmosphere. Definitely a spot I'd return to and recommend if you're in Tampa and craving Peruvian cuisine. read more

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This restaurant was a pretty nice one to check out. Their octopus appetizer was to die for well seasoned and the potatoes were a great touch. I really enjoyed the food they had however the main dishes weren't as flavorful as this appetizer. The service was very nice. They're super friendly, but it does take a little bit of time. They're a little bit slow. I really enjoyed this restaurant I would go back. I hope they can add a little bit more to their main dishes. read more

Happy Fish - Octopus - Peruvian Near Me - Tampa, Florida

This place was great! I took my parents here for dinner. It was our second Peruvian place that we tried. Their octopus is super great! Super flavorful! Their portions are super big definitely enough to share. read more

By far the very Best Peruvian food we have ever had. Everything was absolutely delicious. Every item we ordered, from the sides to the main dishes, were superb. Also, do not skip dessert! Fabiola, our waitress, was amazing and so accommodating. The owner was also super polite and kind. Great experience, service, food and atmosphere. Do yourself and your taste buds a favor and try it out. We will be back ASAP. read more

This is the second time I've written a review for Happy fish. We have been here several times now and it is absolutely delicious! We had One of their ceviches and also delicious chicken and vegetable soup which was very flavorful. This time we tried dessert and it was sweet potato and pumpkin fried donuts with a delicious fruit sauce. Don't let the looks out front. Deceive you. You walk in and the ambiance is just lovely. Very relaxing. Very pleasant experience. You've got to try this restaurant! read more

Happy Fish - Peruvian Near Me - Tampa, Florida

The service is always amazing! The staff is happy to recommend their favorites and encourage diners to try something new. The food is delicious and always high quality. Love the traditional Peruvian dishes. What a delight! read more

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This restaurant is AMAZING!!! The minute you walk in, you're greeted with a welcoming smile and an immediate seat. No waiting as it's a small family owned restaurant. The food came out quickly and fresh! True Peruvian food in Tampa. The owner comes to every table and says hello! I love this place and I'll definitely be back!!! read more

lomo saltado!!!!!!!!!!! amazing! What an amazing place. Owner is very friendly. Beautiful decor inside. 10/10 food

Amazing food and service. The yaquitos and ceviche was delicious. Good sangria too. The flan was so perfect and good read more

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Definitely very good service and excellent food--highly recommended. We invite you to come and enjoy their cuisine.

This is one of the best Peruvian resturant I ever had. It is a family owned. The owner takes time to talk to us and take our orders. The seafoods selection is amazing. I order the deep fried red snapper. It is done right, crisp outside and meat texture is right. This is a must go place. read more

Fish was dry and over cooked the fried seafood mix was also over done squid was so chewy it's our first time dining here and very disappointing not worth going! It's sad that you can go wrong just frying a fish read more

Truly Outstanding -- From Start to Finish We had an incredible meal, and Kevin (the owner and our server) made the entire experience even better. He was welcoming, attentive, and clearly passionate about the food he serves. You can tell this place is his pride and joy. We started with the octopus appetizer, and it set the tone immediately. It was perfectly cooked -- tender with a beautiful char -- and topped with a fresh herb and pepper sauce that added just the right brightness. It came with buttery Peruvian corn and roasted potatoes that soaked up all that flavor. Easily some of the best octopus we've had. The ceviche was equally impressive -- incredibly fresh, bright, and balanced. The red onions, cancha corn, sweet potato, plantain chips, and avocado gave it amazing texture and contrast. Every bite was vibrant and refreshing. The flavors continued to shine. Everything was cooked beautifully and plated thoughtfully -- rich, savory, and layered without being heavy. And the potato donuts to finish? Absolutely addictive. Warm, slightly crisp on the outside, soft inside, and drizzled with a caramel-like sauce. Such a fun and delicious way to end the meal. Five stars all the way. Amazing food, warm service, and a memorable experience thanks to Kevin. We'll definitely be back. read more

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This place looks like a hole-in-the-wall from the outside, but the inside is really nice. The fried rice is honestly some of the best I've had--Peruvians really know how to make rice. The lomo saltado was also really good. Service was a little slow, but overall it's a great spot for dinner. read more

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Absolutely loved this tucked away spot for Peruvian food. Happy Fish has such a cozy and welcoming atmosphere, and the aesthetic inside is charming without feeling overdone. Everything we ordered tasted incredibly fresh and full of flavor. You can tell they put a lot of care into the ingredients and how the food is prepared. The service was just as impressive. Everyone was friendly, attentive, and made us feel genuinely welcomed from the moment we walked in. From the ceviche to the lomo saltado, every dish was spot on. It truly feels like a hidden gem in Tampa. I'm already looking forward to coming back and trying even more off the menu. read more

Happy Fish - Peruvian Near Me - Tampa, Florida

Happy Fish is great! The owner Kevin is so welcoming and helpful. And we love the food of course! Beans, rice, tacu tacu, lomo saltado, ceviche. All of it! Give this place a try, you won't regret it. read more

The food and service is impeccable. The fried shrimp was very delicious. Service was fast and friendly. I look forward to my next visit. Jason read more

Cute, quiet place and very clean. We stared with the empanadas then had the Churrasco and Cerbiche Mixto. The empanados were very good, the Chebiche was good but not great; seemed a little too much lime for our taste. The churrasco was excellent, likely BOOM good!! Oh, also we had a carafe of sangria and it was delicious. Ended up with a cup of (good) coffee too. Overall we did enjoyed the place and will definitely come back. The prices seem a tad higher than one would expect; our bill totaling $104, plus tax and tip. You do that math. The manager, we think, came to our table and asked how everything was, which seemed sincere and was nice. Oh, don't judge the place by the rest of the outside "plaza". We'd consider this a lil hidden gem and will be back. read more

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I firmly believe the places where the service barely speaks English are the absolute best. But I believe everyone understands good food and we had no probllamas. We got the Tostones Acevichados $12 to start and loved them, crunchy on the outside and fresh tart ceviche. We thought they were a bit small for the price but we were glad when the Lomo Saltado $18 came. The portion was great for sharing, we felt it was a little on the salty side but still left like happy & stuffed llamas who had to waddle out the door. read more

The food was delicious. Ordered the tostones rellenos (green plantain cups filled with beef topped with cheese) with garlic sauce. The. Ordered the lomo Saltado (Peruvian sautéed beef with onions, tomatoes and fries) and a pollo à la brasa ( organic roasted chicken that was marinating in sauces and seasoning for two days) and it was just as good as when I visited Peru. Finished the night with a chocolate cake that was stuffed with passion fruit mousse I highly recommend happy fish to anyone who wants to enjoy great food. read more

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Delicious food! And the owner is so friendly and came out to check to see if we needed anything and made it feel very welcoming.

We had a lovely dinner at Happy Fish. Nice menu with a good variety. Appetizers: we loved the Tamal de pollo. Lomo Especial as entree was also very good. Nice ambiance. And good service. Definitely give it a try. read more

Really huge portion. Loved the pineapple type soda. The rice dish itself was a bit bland but for the price and amount, it was good! Friendly service and plenty of parking. read more

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Happy Fish is a hidden Peruvian gem on the corner that completely surprised us. My partner and I tried the Jalea Mixta and the vegetable chaufa, and both were unbelievably fresh and full of flavor. You can taste the quality in every bite, and the portions are generous. Highly recommend this spot to anyone craving authentic, flavorful Peruvian dishes in Tampa. read more