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Peruvian food blends Indigenous Andean ingredients with Spanish, Chinese and Japanese influences, which is why one menu can hold ceviche, stir-fried lomo saltado and Nikkei sushi.
Vancouver has only a handful of dedicated Peruvian restaurants. This guide lists the five we could verify through the Vancouver Magazine Restaurant Awards, local food press and Yelp reviews, rather than padding the list.
Looking for another cuisine? Browse our full guide to the best restaurants in Vancouver by cuisine.
How We Chose These Peruvian Restaurants
Each pick serves Peruvian or Peruvian-Japanese (Nikkei) food as its main focus and is open in Metro Vancouver.
We checked addresses and menus against recent sources. Hours change often, so confirm before you go.
Best Peruvian Restaurants in Vancouver at a Glance
| # | Restaurant | Area | Best for | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Suyo Modern Peruvian | Main Street | a special Peruvian dinner | $$ |
| 2 | Ancora False Creek | False Creek | waterfront dining | $$ |
| 3 | Silvestre Deli & Bistro | Gastown | a casual Peruvian lunch | $ |
| 4 | El Inka Deli | Burnaby (Sunset Street) | Home-style ceviche | $ |
| 5 | Ancora Ambleside | Ambleside, West Vancouver | Nikkei seafood by the water | $$ |
Top 5 Best Peruvian Restaurants Near Vancouver, BC
1. Suyo Modern Peruvian – Main Street
Lima-born chef Ricardo Valverde's modern Peruvian restaurant, opened in 2022.
What to order: Ceviche, AAA tenderloin lomo saltado and arroz con pato.
Why it made the list: Gold for Best Latin American at the VanMag awards every year from 2023 to 2026.
Address: 3475 Main St, Vancouver | Price: $$
2. Ancora False Creek – False Creek
A Peruvian-Japanese Nikkei restaurant on the seawall since 2015, with a second location in Ambleside.
What to order: Ceviche and causa from the crudo bar, with a pisco sour.
Why it made the list: Named to Canada's 100 Best Restaurants in 2016 and 2017, with patio views over False Creek.
Address: 2-1600 Howe St, Vancouver | Price: $$
3. Silvestre Deli & Bistro – Gastown
A family-run Peruvian spot serving traditional dishes from breakfast to dinner.
What to order: Ceviche de pescado, lomo saltado or pollo a la brasa.
Why it made the list: Everyday Peruvian comfort food at a casual price.
Address: 317 Water St, Vancouver | Price: $
4. El Inka Deli – Burnaby (Sunset Street)
El Inka Deli is a family-run Peruvian restaurant at 3826 Sunset Street in Burnaby, near Burnaby Hospital.
What to order: Ceviche, causa limeña or seco de cordero (lamb stew).
Why it made the list: A long-running, Peruvian-owned spot loved for home cooking.
Address: 3826 Sunset Street | Price: $
5. Ancora Ambleside – Ambleside, West Vancouver
Ancora Ambleside is the West Vancouver location of Ancora, at 1351 Bellevue Avenue on the Ambleside waterfront.
What to order: Ceviche and the Nikkei-style seafood dishes.
Why it made the list: The North Shore sibling of one of Vancouver's best-known Peruvian-Japanese restaurants.
Address: 1351 Bellevue Avenue | Price: $$
Peruvian Dishes to Know Before You Go
- Ceviche: Raw fish cured in lime juice with onion, chile and corn.
- Lomo saltado: Stir-fried beef with onions, tomatoes and fries, served with rice.
- Ají de gallina: Shredded chicken in a creamy yellow-pepper sauce.
- Anticuchos: Grilled skewers, traditionally of marinated beef heart.
- Pisco sour: Peru's signature cocktail of pisco, lime, sugar and egg white.
Where to Find Peruvian Food in Metro Vancouver
Main Street
Home to Suyo Modern Peruvian.
False Creek
Home to Ancora False Creek.
Gastown
Home to Silvestre Deli & Bistro.
Burnaby (Sunset Street)
Home to El Inka Deli.
Ambleside, West Vancouver
Home to Ancora Ambleside.
Tips for Eating Peruvian Food in Vancouver
- Book Suyo early: The room is small and popular.
- Sit outside: Ask for a patio table at Ancora in summer.
- Know Nikkei: Nikkei means Japanese-Peruvian, so expect sushi next to ceviche.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best Peruvian restaurant in Vancouver?
Suyo Modern Peruvian has won Gold for Best Latin American at the Vancouver Magazine Restaurant Awards four years in a row.
What is Nikkei food?
A blend of Japanese and Peruvian cooking. Ancora specializes in it.
Where can I get ceviche in Vancouver?
Ceviche is on the menu at Suyo, both Ancora locations, Silvestre and El Inka Deli.
Where can I get casual Peruvian food?
Silvestre Deli & Bistro in Gastown.
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