La Mar Cebichería Peruana: Experience Authentic Peruvian Seafood in San Francisco

I loved this place! Atmosphere was nice and friendly. If there is no boat in front of the restaurant, outdoor is very charming. We had an executive lunch and ceviche tasting with good cocktails. They have a great ceviche selection and mindblowing octopus! Only the desert could have been better to equal the quality of the menu. Service was so good and attentive from the moment we arrived. A special thanks to Giovanni for everything and made us feel at home with his sincerity.

Wonderful experience at La Mar. Highlight for me was the tiradito, we ordered the special which was a whole Dungeness crab, and it was a spectacle to look at and more so to eat. The classic ceviche was also super refreshing. Tbh the lobster and steak was a tad disappointing as the steak was too hard and chewy, but not so much as to ruin the meal. The lobster outshined the steak by far, the meat tasted naturally sweet and plump. The pulpo was a bit on the salty side, but a pleasure to eat too. I would love to come here again and focus my attention on the raw side of the menu.

It's been over 8 years since I had been to the La Mar in Lima. Surprisingly I had never been to the one here. When the weather was warmer, we went on a walk along the Embarcadero, and stopped in for happy hour, because $10 drinks sounded like a good deal. $10 Chicha Punch pretty good! crisp, tangy, and refreshing $10 Chilcano Classico - grapefruit & lemon, cuatro gallos pisco, acholado mommenpop blood orange aperitif , ginger, carbonation good! citrussy and gingery $19 Cebiche Clasico - leche de tigre, red onion, habanero, corn, sweet potatoes good! silky, tangy large cubes of white fish. It'd be nice if the sweet potatoes were cut smaller, so it'd be easier to share. $11 Chifle de Plantano - plantain chips with avocado sauce honestly we just got this to snack on with the drinks Service was pretty quick, which I would expect for Tuesday around 5:30 pm, since the restaurant wasn't busy. I'd come back for casual drinks and snacks.

Celebrated my son and his best friend’s 18th birthday at La Mar last night. It was the perfect spot for this milestone celebration! The atmosphere is festive and buzzing with fun (we sat inside, but the patio looked to be enclosed and heated), the service is great and the food is exceptional! The “tastings” were a great way to experience the array of food on the menu - and all served family style. Our favorite was the tuna ceviche. We probably would not order the paella again - light on crab. Look forward to returning!

Peruvian food is rapidly becoming one of my favorite types of cuisine. La Mar is a delicious restaurant with great food options to choose from. We dined here for my birthday lunch and enjoyed o great meal with lots of flavorful ceviche. The restaurant sits right on the water next to the ferry building in SF, so you have great views of the water and boats sailing by as you eat. I’d love to come back soon to try more of their menu options.

If you've never tried Peruvian food or drinks, the first thing that might come to your mind when you hear "Peru" is probably Machu Picchu or llamas. However, I guarantee that perception will change after you visit La Mar, especially if you try their Pisco Sour. Just a warning: if you have more than three of these delicious cocktails, you might forget your address! If you're visiting for the first time, it's a good idea to order as many small plates as possible to sample a broader range of tastes. Be sure to try a couple of ceviches or empanadas (the sampler is a great option). The salads are fantastic as well, especially anything with quinoa in it! If, after trying a few small plates, you still have room (which is unlikely), consider ordering any of the fish dishes for your main course. For dessert, ask about the specials; there is always something good on the menu for the day. Don't underestimate the quality of their coffee either! I'm not sure where they source the beans from, but the coffee smells and tastes amazing. The service is excellent. Every time I have visited, I have received great service. The servers are always knowledgeable and helpful if you have questions about the menu. And the view! If you make a reservation and it's a nice day, I recommend sitting on the back porch, where you can enjoy a beautiful view of the bay.

Had lunch today at La Mar and absolutely loved it. I already knew and enjoyed back when I lived in Miami, so coming to this San Francisco location felt extra special. In fact, I first visited this exact spot about 15 years ago with my family and I’m happy to say it’s still just as good. This time I came with my husband and everything we ate was delicious. We were able to sit outside despite the cold thanks to the heaters, which made it really comfortable. The only downside was our server, who wasn’t our favorite, but everything else was honestly 10/10. Food, atmosphere, and overall experience were excellent.

We had a great visit to La Mar. The space is beautiful and very spacious, and we were seated right by the window inside the tent with a nice view of the water. The staff was friendly and attentive throughout our meal. We ordered the Clásico ceviche, which came with catch of the day in a classic leche de tigre with choclo, habanero, and sweet potatoes. It was fresh, bright, and flavorful. We also had a tasting of four empanadas (two chicken, one mushroom, one beef), and it was nice that we could mix and match. For mains, the Lomo Saltado was solid, but the Tacu Tacu tasted bland and was just ok. The Pescado Enchichado leaned sweet but was cooked better than expected. The Black Cod Criollo was dry and a bit bland compared to everything else we had. We also tried the guava juice. It was a bit sour. Overall, good food, great service, and a relaxing waterfront ambiance. I would come back but would try different mains next time.