La Mar by Gastón Acurio
Gastón Acurio's waterfront Peruvian restaurant at the Mandarin Oriental on Brickell Key.
The call
Worth it if you only have one day and you are traveling as a couple.
Why
- 01
Sweeping bay views, bright ceviches, and pisco sours on a breezy terrace — one of the best al fresco settings in Brickell.
Our read - 02
Polished without being stuffy.
Our read
Is it a fit?
Go if
You only have one day
Even on a tight schedule, La Mar by Gastón Acurio earns the hours.
You are traveling as a couple
As a couple, La Mar by Gastón Acurio works.
Food is a reason to travel
For food & drink, La Mar by Gastón Acurio delivers.
You care about the visual experience
For beauty & photography, La Mar by Gastón Acurio delivers.
Think twice if
You are watching the budget
On a budget, weigh it — La Mar by Gastón Acurio isn't cheap for what it is.
You are traveling with kids
With kids, it depends on the day.
You are traveling solo
Solo, it depends on the day.
You want the trip to feel easy
For relaxation, La Mar by Gastón Acurio is hit or miss.
The plates that decide it
- Ceviches and tiraditos — the signature strength of the kitchen
- Pisco sour — a reliable start on the terrace
Plan it well
- Cost
- Expensive
- Allow
- 1.5–2 hours