When Mission Ceviche first walked into the NYC dining scene in 2015 it did so via a little ceviche booth in the Gansevoort Market. Their mission was to connect NYC foodies through the unique lens of Peruvian cuisine, and once opening their first brick and mortar on the Upper East Side in 2019 they not only garnered Michelin recognition but also received a star from New York Times food critic Pete Wells.
And now, acclaimed Chef Jose Luis Chavez and partner Brice Mastroluca have debuted their second Mission Ceviche location in Union Square!
What claims the title as the largest Peruvian restaurant in Manhattan, Mission Ceviche’s Union Square location expands on their menu, paying homage to Peruvian and Nikkei fare, a culinary style that blends Japanese and Peruvian techniques, ingredients, and flavors.
But don’t worry–all those original dishes that have been wowing New Yorkers (and Pete Wells) are on the menu!
Signature dishes include Ceviche Mixto: catch of the day, shrimp, octopus, aji amarillo tiger’s milk, corn, and sweet potato, Seco Norteno: traditional Northern dish of slow-cooked short ribs, Pulpo al Olivo: grilled octopus, chimichurri, botja olive aioli, and crispy Peruvian potatoes, and Lomo Saltado: Peruvian-Chinese 8 oz stir fried filet mignon, red onions, tomatoes, and soy sauce, served with french fries and white rice.
And the timeless Ceviche Clasico with traditional tiger’s milk, Peruvian corn, and sweet potato will of course also find a place on the menu!
New Dishes include Whole Fish of the Day: fresh whole fish prepared and cooked however guests prefer in partnership with local fisheries, Pork Chaufa: Peru’s version of fried rice, crispy pork belly, and sweet plantains, Pulpo al Olivo: Octopus tiradito, traditional botija olive tiger’s milk, avocado and fried capers, and Conchas a la Parmesana: Scallops onigiri, foie gras, parmesan, and truffles.
And, take it from us who received a sneak peak: the Conchas a la Parmesana are out of this world!
Additionally, the restaurant houses a dedicated sushi and ceviche bar where diners can choose from a selection of fresh ceviches, mixto, crudo, sashimis, and tiraditos. Ceviches will be served from a “carretilla,” or a rolling cart, upon which the dishes will be composed and served tableside to mimic the traditional style of the Peruvian street food.
Guests are encouraged to dine family-style as the menu features a range of shareable and large-format dishes (and if you’re anything like us you’ll want to try everything on the menu, so the shareable dishes are perfect!)
Chef Chavez stated:
Mission Ceviche Union Square is the culmination of our work together. A bigger space means we can share the vibrant and dynamic flavors of Peruvian cuisine with an even broader audience, fostering the creation of cherished memories—the heart of our culture.
Mission Ceviche is officially open in Union Square as of Wednesday, July 24th. And we have a pretty good feeling it’s going to be the hottest spot of the summer.
You can learn more on their website here.