ceviche
noun
ce·vi·che
sə-ˈvē-(ˌ)chā 
-chē
variants
or seviche
: a dish made of raw fish marinated in lime or lemon juice often with oil, onions, peppers, and seasonings and sometimes served as a snack or appetizer
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The ceviche is a standout, and the lomo saltado is beloved by locals.
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Hannah Howard, Travel + Leisure, 12 May 2026
The menu is an homage to the most celebrated Peruvian dishes, with big platters of ceviche and tiradito, saltados and rice with chicken, beef and seafood.
—Jenn Harris, Los Angeles Times, 30 Apr. 2026
Mercado de la Merced, Xcaret’s main restaurant, is a Wonka-esque explosion of authentic ceviches, sopas, asados, and Mexican sweets.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 29 Apr. 2026
Susurros del Corazón is highlighted by three infinity-edge pools that cascade down to the beach; Morritos Kids Club; and four dining options including La Boquita, an open-air taqueria with ceviches and agave-forward cocktails.
—Carole Dixon, HollywoodReporter, 21 Apr. 2026
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Hannah Howard, Travel + Leisure, 12 May 2026
The menu is an homage to the most celebrated Peruvian dishes, with big platters of ceviche and tiradito, saltados and rice with chicken, beef and seafood.
—Jenn Harris, Los Angeles Times, 30 Apr. 2026
Mercado de la Merced, Xcaret’s main restaurant, is a Wonka-esque explosion of authentic ceviches, sopas, asados, and Mexican sweets.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 29 Apr. 2026
Susurros del Corazón is highlighted by three infinity-edge pools that cascade down to the beach; Morritos Kids Club; and four dining options including La Boquita, an open-air taqueria with ceviches and agave-forward cocktails.
—Carole Dixon, HollywoodReporter, 21 Apr. 2026
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“Ceviche.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/ceviche. Accessed 16 May. 2026.
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