La Mar is one of our all time favorite restaurants in San Francisco, located waterside at Pier 1.5 on the Embarcadero it’s a great spot for lunch or dinner. The beautiful dining room, bar and views are the perfect venue to enjoy the authentic and beautifully executed Peruvian fare.
Why we like it…
- Fresh bold flavors
- Wonderful cocktails
- Fun for a group
- Great vibe, bright, pretty dining room
Need to know…
- Request a table by the window or weather permitting out on the patio
- They offer several item tastings which are a great way to experience the menu for the first time.
- Try not to fill up on the house made chips with salsas de ajies, (a mixture of chips and plantains).
- The cocktails and Peruvian non-alcoholic drinks are a must experience.
- Cebiches and Causas are a must try!
Notable Dishes…
- lomito saltado
Classic lomo saltado served in an ACME bread with melted gouda cheese , avocado and papas al hilo - causa nikei
Tuna tartar and avocado purée, on top of rocoto potato,
with creamy rocoto huancaína sauce topped with
Japanese nori - cebiche clásico
California Halibut in a classic leche de tigre with red onion, habanero, Peruvian corn and yam
Location
La Mar Cebicheria Peruana
Pier 1 ½, The Embarcadero
San Francisco, CA 94111
415-397-8880
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