Ceviche Tempura
West Kendall, Miami
Restaurant in Miami, United States
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Dress
Casual
Why go
Ceviche Tempura is a low-friction Kendall option for a casual meal, not the pick for a documented cocktail program or a high-production special occasion. Go when convenience matters; cross-shop Aromas del Peru for a more defined Peruvian brief or Toreros Churrascaria Kendall for a meat-focused group dinner.
About Ceviche Tempura
Ceviche Tempura is a Miami venue with daily hours and a casual dress code. It is best used to check when it is open and to set expectations for a relaxed visit, not to infer awards, a chef-led format, a beverage program, or a specific dining-room setup.
A casual Miami pick with basic details
For a first-timer, the safest expectation is simple: Ceviche Tempura is a Miami venue with casual dress and hours that run from midday or late morning into the evening, depending on the day. It is not a cocktail destination, so anyone prioritizing a standalone drinks program should use the Miami bars guide instead.
The room, seating, service format, menu, and group setup are not specified. That makes it best to confirm any specific need directly before committing, especially for larger parties, private-dining requests, accessibility questions, or occasions where pacing and ambiance matter.
Use it for basics; cross-shop for a bigger brief
If the decision is between casual options, Ceviche Tempura is easiest to evaluate on its basic features: it is in Miami, has a casual dress code, and is open daily. Other names to compare include Aromas del Peru, Cariflex Sports Diner, Islas Canarias Cafe, Restaurant & Bakery, Moo Arte en Carnes, and Toreros Churrascaria Kendall, depending on what kind of outing you are planning.
For a broader comparison set, use the full Miami restaurants guide. If the night is about drinks before or after, pair the search with the full Miami bars guide rather than assuming this venue has a dedicated drinks program.
Planning details
- Location
- 13067 SW 112th St, Miami, FL 33186
- Website
- cevichetempura.com
- Phone
- +13052182238
The take
The Take
The Vibe
Ceviche Tempura reads like a neighborhood discovery: a Nikkei-focused kitchen planted in the quieter residential grids of Miami-Dade rather than the city’s headline districts. The writing frames it as a place that operates outside the media glare—an "overlooked geography" where culinary tradition matters more than flash. The menu’s lineage is foregrounded, with ceviche and tempura presented as chapters in a cross-cultural history rather than trendy mash-ups. Expect a food-forward, classic take on Peruvian–Japanese cooking that rewards curiosity and invites repeat visits from neighbors and diners who value authenticity over hype.
Best For
This is the kind of restaurant that suits casual dinner outings and shared meals with family or groups. The narrative stresses the progressive structure of a Nikkei meal—moving from acid-forward raw preparations toward richer, cooked dishes—so it works well for diners who want to linger through multiple courses. Existing occasion notes also identify family, group dining, casual hangouts, and date nights as appropriate uses, and the spot’s suburban location makes it a practical choice for nearby residents seeking concentrated Nikkei flavors outside the city center.
Ordering Tips
Treat the menu as a sequence: begin with the acid-forward raw preparations—Leche de Tigre and a ceviche tostada—to register the bright citrus and texture contrasts that define Nikkei starters. From there, move into heartier plates such as Tallarin Saltado de Langostino and Tacu Tacu to experience the richer, cooked side of the cuisine. The description foregrounds this progression as instructive, so ordering a mix of raw and cooked items gives the most faithful sense of the restaurant’s culinary logic and showcases the Peruvian–Japanese dialogue central to the kitchen.
Venue details
Ambiance
Casual, energetic dining space with warm hospitality; described as small but lively with attentive service staff.
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Vibe
Best For
Experience
Accessibility
At the Table
- Dress Code
- Casual
- Noise Level
- Lively
- Service Style
- Upscale Casual
- Meal Pacing
- Standard
- Capacity
- Small
Signature Dishes
- Leche de Tigre
- Tacu Tacu
- Ceviche Tostada
- Tallarin Saltado de Langostino
Know before you go
Know Before You Go
- Getting there
- 13067 SW 112th St, Miami, FL 33186
Planning details
Location
Also consider
If this is not the right fit
Choose Aromas del Peru if the group wants a more clearly Peruvian meal. Choose Toreros Churrascaria Kendall if the meal needs to feel more group-friendly and meat-focused.
Restaurant context
How it compares in Kendall
Ceviche Tempura is the easier, lower-commitment choice when the priority is a casual meal without a complicated booking plan. Aromas del Peru is the better cross-shop for diners who want a clearer Peruvian restaurant brief, while Cariflex Sports Diner is more appropriate when the meal is built around a sports-diner setting rather than a sit-down restaurant feel.
For groups that want meat as the center of the table, Toreros Churrascaria Kendall and Moo Arte en Carnes are stronger fits than Ceviche Tempura. For a broader, bakery-and-restaurant style meal, Islas Canarias Cafe, Restaurant & Bakery is the more flexible alternative.
The practical read: Ceviche Tempura is for convenience and an easy first booking. Pick Aromas del Peru for a more specific cuisine call, Toreros or Moo Arte en Carnes for a group dinner with a meat focus, and Islas Canarias when a casual bakery-restaurant format suits the group better.
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Compare Ceviche Tempura
| Venue | Location | Awards |
|---|---|---|
| Ceviche Tempura | Miami | No published awards |
| Cariflex Sports Diner | Miami | No published awards |
| Aromas del Peru | Miami | No published awards |
| Toreros Churrascaria Kendall | Miami | No published awards |
| Moo Arte en Carnes | Miami | No published awards |
| Islas Canarias Cafe, Restaurant & Bakery | Tamiami | No published awards |
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Does Ceviche Tempura handle dietary restrictions?
It does not specify allergy procedures, dietary accommodations, or menu details. If a restriction is important, contact Ceviche Tempura directly before you go and confirm what the venue can accommodate.
Is Ceviche Tempura good for solo dining?
Seating or service format are not described, so it is not possible to make a specific solo-dining promise. Ceviche Tempura is in Miami, has a casual dress code, and keeps daily hours, which may make timing easier to plan.
Is Ceviche Tempura good for a special occasion?
Only plan on a casual occasion based on its casual dress code. It does not feature awards, a formal tasting format, private dining, or a specific celebratory setup. If the occasion depends on those details, confirm directly or compare with options such as Moo Arte en Carnes or Islas Canarias Cafe, Restaurant & Bakery.
What should a first-timer know about Ceviche Tempura?
Expect a Miami venue with a casual dress code and daily hours. Monday is 12–10 PM; Tuesday through Saturday are 11 AM–10 PM; and Sunday is 12–9 PM. For anything beyond those basics, including menu details, seating, and group logistics, check with the venue directly.
