Poke 51
Miraflores
Restaurant in Miraflores, Peru
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Dress
Casual
Why go
Poke 51 is an easy Miraflores pick when flexibility matters more than a formal dining experience. Use it for a casual La Mar-area meal between bigger plans; choose Mayta or El Mercado instead when the meal needs more polish, stronger local dining identity, or destination value.
About Poke 51
Poke 51 is a Miraflores venue with a casual dress code and daily hours that begin at 12 PM. Use it as an option to consider when planning time in Miraflores, rather than building expectations around claims about menu format, chef story, awards, price, or service style. In other words, this is a listing where restraint is part of the guidance. The information is useful, but it should be treated as a planning frame, not as a substitute for checking current details before committing a meal slot.
A casual Miraflores option when the room matters less than the plan
Miraflores has a wide range of dining choices, from casual stops to more formal reservations. For Poke 51, details are limited but useful: it is in Miraflores, the dress code is casual, it is open daily. Hours are 12 PM to 10 PM Monday through Saturday, 12 PM to 9 PM on Sunday. For wider planning around the area, use Our full Miraflores restaurants guide.
The main reason to keep it on a shortlist is logistics. In a neighborhood where some meals require more planning, a casual venue with daily midday-to-evening hours can be easier to fit into a Miraflores day. That matters if the itinerary already includes other plans before or after a meal. It also helps when the goal is not necessarily to build the day around a restaurant, but to keep a workable dining option in the mix. Treat it as a practical planning option, while avoiding assumptions about dishes, pricing, reservations, group capacity, or takeout unless you confirm those details directly.
Who should choose it over other dining options
Pick Poke 51 when the priority is a casual Miraflores stop with known daily hours. That is the clearest use case. If the brief calls for another well-known restaurant to compare, Mayta may be a useful target. El Mercado is another comparison to consider. Matria and Anticuchos Grimanesa may also be worth comparing depending on the mood of the meal.
It is harder to position Poke 51 as the anchor meal of a trip. For that kind of plan, compare it honestly against options such as El Mercado, Mayta, Matria, Anticuchos Grimanesa, other dining in Miraflores. The safest expectation is direct: Poke 51 is a casual Miraflores venue with daily hours. It does not feature awards, tasting menus, signature dishes, or a formal service model. Use it accordingly: as a simple, flexible reference point within Miraflores, especially when certainty about location, dress code, operating window matters more than a fully built-out dining narrative.
Planning details
- Location
- Av. Mariscal La Mar 1263, Miraflores 15074, Peru
- Reservations
- Book on OpenTable
- Website
- poke51.com
- Phone
- +51943639381
The take
The Take
The Vibe
Poke 51 presents a low-key, neighborhood-forward take on the poke bowl, rooted in Miraflores’ long relationship with Pacific seafood. The spot leans into a casual, counter-oriented format that foregrounds freshness and provenance rather than fuss. Language in the description frames it as part of the avenue’s mix of neighborhood regulars and newcomers, so the restaurant feels approachable and unpretentious — a place where quick bowls and straightforward seafood technique meet the city’s deep ceviche tradition. The focus is on ingredient quality and a simple bowl format rather than formal dining rituals.
Best For
This is a straightforward option for informal meals and easy meetups in Miraflores. Given its poke-bowl format and placement on Av. Mariscal La Mar, it works well for solo lunches, casual hangouts with friends, or a quick after-work bite while exploring the neighborhood’s seafood corridor. The emphasis in the write-up on sourcing and Pacific seafood suggests the restaurant attracts people who care about fresh fish but prefer an unpretentious, fast-casual setting rather than a formal seafood tasting experience.
Ordering Tips
Order bowls that highlight the signature proteins listed — Acevichado, Langostinos al Panko, Oriental Poke, and Salmon Belly — and treat the menu like a focused exploration of fresh fish and complementary toppings. Because the description stresses Lima’s strict approach to marinated raw fish and the sourcing logic of the coast, ask staff about that day’s catch or provenance if freshness is a priority. Expect rice-based bowls with protein and toppings rather than multi-course service; choose according to preferred textures (e.g., crunchy panko prawns versus richer salmon belly).
Venue details
Ambiance
Super dynamic environment with full-on flavors, contemporary casual-elegant setting designed for social dining and good times.
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Vibe
Best For
Experience
Sourcing
At the Table
- Dress Code
- Casual
- Noise Level
- Lively
- Service Style
- Upscale Casual
- Meal Pacing
- Quick Bite
- Capacity
- Medium
Signature Dishes
- Acevichado
- Langostinos al Panko
- Oriental Poke
- Salmon Belly
Planning details
Location
Av. Mariscal La Mar 1263, Miraflores 15074, Peru · Directions
Also consider
If you cannot make it work
For a more substantial Miraflores meal, try El Mercado. For a higher-commitment modern Peruvian dinner, aim for Mayta instead.
Restaurant context
How it compares in Miraflores
Mayta is the better choice for a planned modern Peruvian meal, especially if the night is built around technique, pacing, a more polished room. Poke 51 is easier for a casual stop, but it should not replace Mayta if the goal is a memorable Lima dinner with more structure.
El Mercado is the stronger cross-shop for diners who want Peruvian seafood and a more place-specific Miraflores experience. Matria sits closer to the proper restaurant lane as well, making it a better fit for a date or a longer meal. Poke 51 wins on low commitment and easier planning.
Anticuchos Grimanesa is the better move for a focused Peruvian classic, while Av. Mariscal La Mar 770 is useful as a same-corridor comparison for location-driven planning. The decision is about intent: destination meal, choose the peers; quick Miraflores reset, choose Poke 51.
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Compare Poke 51
| Venue | Location | Cuisine | Awards |
|---|---|---|---|
| Poke 51 | Miraflores | ; | No published awards |
| Mayta | Lima | Peruvian Modern | 2026 OAD Top Restaurants in South America Ranked · #20Star Wine Lists 20262026 La Liste Top Restaurants2025 Latin America's 50 Best Restaurants · #112025 OAD Top Restaurants in South America Ranked · #162025 World's 50 Best Restaurants · #39We're Smart World Top 100 2025We're Smart World Top Restaurants 20252025 La Liste Top Restaurants |
| El Mercado | Miraflores | Peruvian Cuisine | 2025 Latin America's 50 Best Restaurants · #27 |
| Matria | Miraflores | ; | No published awards |
| Anticuchos Grimanesa | Lima | Peruvian | 2026 OAD Top Restaurants in South America Ranked · #522025 OAD Top Restaurants in South America Ranked · #45 |
| Av. Mariscal La Mar 770 | Lima | ; | No published awards |
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
What should I order at Poke 51?
What are alternatives to Poke 51?
Mayta, El Mercado, Matria, Anticuchos Grimanesa are restaurants to compare depending on the kind of meal you want.
What should I wear to Poke 51?
The dress code for Poke 51 is casual, so casual clothes are fine.
Can Poke 51 accommodate groups?
Group capacity details are not available. If you are planning for several people, confirm directly with Poke 51 before relying on availability.
Is lunch or dinner better at Poke 51?
Hours start at 12 PM daily. Poke 51 is open 12 PM to 10 PM Monday through Saturday, 12 PM to 9 PM on Sunday, so plan timing around those hours and confirm any changes before going.
Is Poke 51 good for a special occasion?
The dress code is casual, it does not feature a formal service style or special-occasion setup. If you want to compare it with other restaurants, consider Mayta, Matria, or El Mercado.
What should a first-timer know about Poke 51?
Keep expectations grounded: Poke 51 is in Miraflores, the dress code is casual, the daily hours are 12 PM to 10 PM Monday through Saturday, with Sunday closing at 9 PM.
