The food was good, but too much paella with very little shell fish for the price. The fish tasted very good. The other food had quite a bit of oil in it. They don't give enough chips for the ceviche appetizer, but the ceviche was good. The fried brussel sprouts were awesome but not enough dipping sause for them. The noice level was too much for me as I could barely hear those I was with and couldn't be heard unless I shouted. To be fair the place was packed so if you want a quieter meal than don't go at dinner. Ha ha. It was over priced for what you're getting. I'd probably go back but not get an entre. For three entres, two appetizers and no alcohol, just one coke and an iced tea, the bill was about 135. plus tip. I didn't realize it until I got home but I added a 20 percent tip to a bill that seemingly already had the tip added. A very expensive night. Be sure to carefully check your receipt. That was my fault. I guess I just don't go out often enough and don't appreciate the food enough for how expensive the restaurant experience is. Restaurant food and experience is over rated.
Kristine F.
Great vibe. Love all the decor even in the restroom. Salsa was more of a pico de gallo. Had a good taste. I will say for the salsa and ceviche they should provide enough chips for the amount of food. But they did bring additional chips when we needed it. The empanadas were good. Beef was definitely better than chicken as it had a lot more flavor. The waitress was friendly and offered suggestions on the menu.
Samantha S.
We didn't have a reservation but got right in at 5 with our party of 4. It filled up quickly so either have reservations or go early. We had sea bass ceviche, margaritas, blackened mahi mahi and an order of empanadas. It was delish, our server was very attentive and price was just right. We will be back!
Chieyenne Artiaga
It’s our first time here and it didn’t disappoint. Love the food, good service and amazing atmosphere. We have to come back and try their dinner menu. Highly
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 4
Recommended dishes: Langoustine Cakes, Arroz Con Pollo, Guacamole Sampler
Claudia Alvarado
Excellent food and service! Highly recommendedKid-friendliness: Kids menu
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
kyra Skairus
My server was so sweet I had so many needs... and she accomdated them so well. Hinsdale or hinsden was her name I don't know how to spell it lol but she was amazing I will always be back, and request her food was
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Andy Baggett
My favorite restaurant in this area. My recommendations are to get whatever the special is, the coconut shrimp and any of the ceviches. Always fresh, always amazing and always consistent.
What a find! This delightful, original, restaurant serves delicious and imaginative food in its very happy and easy going bar area. Service was excellent too. Would have loved to try one of their cocktails but we had a long drive ahead of us. Next
DELICIOUS! A Wilmington staple that you must try. The food is top tier and it is the cutest restaurant.
Dan R.
"Got the fearing, power steering Pistons popping, ain't no stopping now Panama" (Van Halen) Fantastic.... Ceviche's was fantastic. Ceviche's Owner/chef, Hunter Tiblier grew up in Panama fishing with his dad and picking mangoes. His restaurant pays homage to Ceviche's Panamanian roots and native flavors. We started our five-star lunch with an order of mango guacamole ($8) served with house made tortilla chips. The guacamole was fantastic with the fresh avocado and mango flavors bursting through. The lunch menu gave us Blackened Corvina Tacos ($20) and Coconut Shrimp ($14). The tacos were mine. Corvina is a white fleshed fish found in the Pacific Ocean along Central and South America. Each taco had a double corn tortilla, a big hunk of fish and plenty of pickled cabbage, pineapple salsa, jalapeño aioli, and guacamole. If that isn't enough for you, no worries because the dish is served with a big scoop of coconut rice. I asked for some hot sauce, and out came a goldish sauce that was nuclear in a great way. I understand Chef Tiblier's father makes it himself. The Coconut Shrimp dish included six big, breaded shrimps served over arugula and tossed with citrus vinaigrette and drizzled with a sriracha honey sauce. They were a fantastic combination of flavors. Our gourmet Panamanian lunch totaled $44.94 after tax and before tip. It was one of the best meals of our vacation.
Alese Orchard
Amazing food! Guacamole and empanadas were SO good.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Abrar Altaay
Food was delicious and unique, the staff are extremely friendly and very generous. Highly
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Sammie
The bartender, I didn’t get to catch her name. We loved her vibe she was fun to watch. As a bartender myself, I look for energetic friendliness. She had it all! The spicy mango margarita I had was perfectly spicy for me. The chips and salsa sampler had potential. It needed more elevation for me. Was really plain and no flavor really. We didn’t get to eat a full meal here but defiantly coming back to try more food!
The food was good, but too much paella with very little shell fish for the price. The fish tasted very good. The other food had quite a bit of oil in it. They don't give enough chips for the ceviche appetizer, but the ceviche was good. The fried brussel sprouts were awesome but not enough dipping sause for them. The noice level was too much for me as I could barely hear those I was with and couldn't be heard unless I shouted. To be fair the place was packed so if you want a quieter meal than don't go at dinner. Ha ha. It was over priced for what you're getting. I'd probably go back but not get an entre. For three entres, two appetizers and no alcohol, just one coke and an iced tea, the bill was about 135. plus tip. I didn't realize it until I got home but I added a 20 percent tip to a bill that seemingly already had the tip added. A very expensive night. Be sure to carefully check your receipt. That was my fault. I guess I just don't go out often enough and don't appreciate the food enough for how expensive the restaurant experience is. Restaurant food and experience is over rated.
Great vibe. Love all the decor even in the restroom. Salsa was more of a pico de gallo. Had a good taste. I will say for the salsa and ceviche they should provide enough chips for the amount of food. But they did bring additional chips when we needed it. The empanadas were good. Beef was definitely better than chicken as it had a lot more flavor. The waitress was friendly and offered suggestions on the menu.
We didn't have a reservation but got right in at 5 with our party of 4. It filled up quickly so either have reservations or go early. We had sea bass ceviche, margaritas, blackened mahi mahi and an order of empanadas. It was delish, our server was very attentive and price was just right. We will be back!
It’s our first time here and it didn’t disappoint. Love the food, good service and amazing atmosphere. We have to come back and try their dinner menu. Highly
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 4
Recommended dishes: Langoustine Cakes, Arroz Con Pollo, Guacamole Sampler
Excellent food and service! Highly recommendedKid-friendliness: Kids menu
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
My server was so sweet I had so many needs... and she accomdated them so well. Hinsdale or hinsden was her name I don't know how to spell it lol but she was amazing I will always be back, and request her food was
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
My favorite restaurant in this area. My recommendations are to get whatever the special is, the coconut shrimp and any of the ceviches. Always fresh, always amazing and always consistent.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Tapas, Ceviche Mixto, Fried Brussels Sprouts, Corvina Ceviche
Great place, great food, and great staff!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Fish Tacos
Amazing! So good! Great service!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Ropa Vieja, Goat Cheese Guacamole, Arroz Con Pollo, Tuna, Blackened Scallops & Slow Roasted Pork Belly, Guacamole Sampler, Corvina Ceviche
What a find! This delightful, original, restaurant serves delicious and imaginative food in its very happy and easy going bar area. Service was excellent too. Would have loved to try one of their cocktails but we had a long drive ahead of us. Next
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Blackened Scallops & Slow Roasted Pork Belly
Restaurantji Recommends
DELICIOUS! A Wilmington staple that you must try. The food is top tier and it is the cutest restaurant.
"Got the fearing, power steering Pistons popping, ain't no stopping now Panama" (Van Halen) Fantastic.... Ceviche's was fantastic. Ceviche's Owner/chef, Hunter Tiblier grew up in Panama fishing with his dad and picking mangoes. His restaurant pays homage to Ceviche's Panamanian roots and native flavors. We started our five-star lunch with an order of mango guacamole ($8) served with house made tortilla chips. The guacamole was fantastic with the fresh avocado and mango flavors bursting through. The lunch menu gave us Blackened Corvina Tacos ($20) and Coconut Shrimp ($14). The tacos were mine. Corvina is a white fleshed fish found in the Pacific Ocean along Central and South America. Each taco had a double corn tortilla, a big hunk of fish and plenty of pickled cabbage, pineapple salsa, jalapeño aioli, and guacamole. If that isn't enough for you, no worries because the dish is served with a big scoop of coconut rice. I asked for some hot sauce, and out came a goldish sauce that was nuclear in a great way. I understand Chef Tiblier's father makes it himself. The Coconut Shrimp dish included six big, breaded shrimps served over arugula and tossed with citrus vinaigrette and drizzled with a sriracha honey sauce. They were a fantastic combination of flavors. Our gourmet Panamanian lunch totaled $44.94 after tax and before tip. It was one of the best meals of our vacation.
Amazing food! Guacamole and empanadas were SO good.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Food was delicious and unique, the staff are extremely friendly and very generous. Highly
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
The bartender, I didn’t get to catch her name. We loved her vibe she was fun to watch. As a bartender myself, I look for energetic friendliness. She had it all! The spicy mango margarita I had was perfectly spicy for me. The chips and salsa sampler had potential. It needed more elevation for me. Was really plain and no flavor really. We didn’t get to eat a full meal here but defiantly coming back to try more food!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 5