Peruvian Restaurants near Mill Valley, CA

“WOW, what a fantastic birthday dinner!

I’ve been wanting to try Lima Nikkei, and having grown up in Mill Valley, I know that not much seems to last in El Paseo. But I genuinely hope this one is here to stay!

First, the ambiance is absolutely gorgeous. The exposed brick, warm wood tones, and modern furniture give the space a very Euro-chic feel. I was immediately in love!

The staff was incredibly friendly and welcoming, which deserves extra praise considering they had to put up with five very loud women in their 30s celebrating a birthday!

The cocktails were delicious and beautifully balanced. And now, THE FOOD! Everything was incredibly fresh, light, and full of flavor. The octopus was TO DIE FOR. Seriously, melt-in-your-mouth perfection! Even the cauliflower and vegetarian dishes were just as exciting, which says a lot.

Between the atmosphere, wonderful service, fantastic cocktails, and delicious food, this place is such a welcome addition to Mill Valley.

All I can say is, if my paycheck allows it, I’ll definitely be back! 😂🍸“

“There are no pictures for this review because we tore every plate up!! I swear this is the best food I’ve eaten in the city, hands down. The chicken empanada might’ve actually healed something in me??? Idk, I’ll get back to you when I come out the other side of this culinary journey. If Satan tempted me with their chicken I might actually take that deal. Can’t say enough. Just come eat.“

“Everything on the menu needs to be experienced.“

“Delicious chicharron sandwich! The portion was generous, the meat tender and juicy, and the sweet potato was an unexpectedly nice touch. The red salsa that comes on the side is quite spicy and a bit acidic, which works to complement the meat perfectly. I had a latte, too, which was well prepared. Will definitely be back!“

“I'm from Miami and lived in Peru, so I know Peruvian food, and this is the most authentic I've had stateside in a long time. We got the ceviche, the crab specialty, a pitcher of sangria, and the paella, and all of it was delicious. Lovely family- run spot with really fair prices.“

“The food here was phenomenal, but the service was even better. I appreciated the detailed knowledge of all of the items that were on our plate. We waited no time for our reservation.
Thank you so much to Julio for making our anniversary / birthday dinner so special!“

“The staff was friendly and attentive, and the food was delicious. But the highlight of my visit was the fresh beignets. They were soft, fluffy, and melt-in-your-mouth good. Almost made you feel like you were in New Orleans. If you are looking for a place to enjoy a sweet treat in San Francisco, you should definitely check out Tugboat Sally’s.“