Mission Ceviche
Peruvian restaurant · 1400 2nd Ave, New York, NY 10021, United States · United States
★ 4.6 on Google · 4,470 reviews · View on Google Maps
Manipulation score
CleanCompleted Jul 19, 2026 · 234 reviews flagged
How this score works
The score estimates how strongly this place's review record matches known manipulation patterns, from 0 (no signs) to 100. Verdicts: Clean below 40, Suspicious from 40, Likely Manipulated from 70; Review Drive when the flags are mostly staff asking customers for named reviews. It rises with the share of reviews flagged and how suspicious each one is.
- Burst
- — an abnormal spike of five-star reviews in a single day compared to the place's usual pace.
- Low activity account
- — the reviewer has almost no other reviews, photos, or Local Guide history; throwaway accounts look like this.
- Duplicate text
- — the wording is nearly identical to another review of the same place.
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Case conclusion
What the numbers say
1,000 reviews examined
- Google rating
- 4.6★
- Not-flagged average
- 4.8★
- Flagged
- 23%
- Coverage
- 22%
All reviews shown by Google
766 examined reviews
234 of 1,000
1,000 of 4,470 Google reviews
“Not flagged” means no configured Revdict signal matched; it does not prove a review is genuine. Data fetched Jul 19, 2026.
Review brief
What reviews not flagged by Revdict say
Reviewers report that Mission Ceviche offers a vibrant atmosphere with beautifully presented, flavorful Peruvian fusion dishes and creative cocktails. While many praise the attentive staff and standout options like ceviche and desserts, some visitors note high prices, occasional service delays, or dishes that feel overly sweet or heavy.
+ Repeated strengths
Ceviche and Seafood
Reviewers frequently highlight the freshness and bold, delicious flavors of the ceviche and seafood dishes.
3 supporting reviews
5★ · 2025-11-10
I’ve been wanting to come here for years and haven’t had the chance until now. The food and service were amazing. I did the chef’s experience which was delicious. The ceviche, lomo saltado, and dessert of choclo con queso was so good. The c...
5★ · 2025-11-22
An absolutely spectacular dining experience! Mission Ceviche is a true Peruvian gem in New York. From the moment we walked in, the atmosphere was welcoming and the service was top-notch. The staff was incredibly friendly, especially Mathi,...
5★ · 2026-04-10
Mission Ceviche is a favorite. Beginning with the amazing staff to the last bite of flavorful and thoughtful food. Cannot wait to enjoy again! Thanks everyone. Scarlett was delightful!
Attentive Service
Many reviewers praise specific staff members for providing warm, knowledgeable, and exceptional hospitality.
3 supporting reviews
5★ · 2025-11-10
I’ve been wanting to come here for years and haven’t had the chance until now. The food and service were amazing. I did the chef’s experience which was delicious. The ceviche, lomo saltado, and dessert of choclo con queso was so good. The c...
5★ · 2025-11-20
Mission Ceviche absolutely blew me away. The food was nothing short of incredible—every single dish we tried was phenomenal. From the freshness of the ingredients to the bold, vibrant flavors, everything felt thoughtfully crafted and truly...
5★ · 2025-12-09
The food was fantastic, but Gio truly made the experience unforgettable. His service was warm, attentive, and he even surprised us with palo santo chicha shots. Such a beautiful touch — can’t wait to come back!
Desserts
Reviewers consistently recommend the desserts, particularly praising the tres leches cake.
2 supporting reviews
5★ · 2025-11-09
Dayana was knowledgeable about the menu which I loved since this was ms first Peruvian experience. The oyster are a MUST! the Branzino not only is plated beautifully but equally delicious. And Desert was ( the choco something )chefs kiss. 1...
5★ · 2025-12-02
I had the octopus and the lomo saltado both excellent. Tender octopus, great seasoning, and a flavorful, well cooked lomo. Fresh, quick, and worth it.
− Repeated complaints
Pricing and Additional Fees
Reviewers report high prices, expensive drinks, and unexpected fees when paying via digital QR code apps.
3 supporting reviews
4★ · 2025-11-19
Other than the bill shock - $100 for a Sauvignon Blanc!! Pleasant evening.
3★ · 2026-05-10
Came for Mothers Day, the hostess didn’t seem to be experienced and though I was in line to be seen she proceed to speak to the family behind me. I waved my hand to remind her I had been waiting and then she realized I was there. The food w...
1★ · 2026-06-17
Good food. Do not use the QR Code to pay through the app. The tip percentage is deceptive and they will charge you nearly $7.00 for the privilege of paying your bill. No one offered us a regular bill and we saw this app on the table. After...
Inconsistent Food Preparation
Some reviewers note that certain dishes can be overly sweet, salty, or lacking in traditional flavor.
3 supporting reviews
5★ · 2025-11-10
Mission Ceviche was such a cozy surprise! We weren’t super hungry, so we shared the Arroz con Mariscos — a Peruvian-style seafood risotto with Manchego cheese and heart of palm aioli — plus a sushi roll that beautifully blended Japanese and...
1★ · 2026-01-05
Ordered two Pisco Sours. One was good, the other felt watery, as if made with the left over from the first drink. Thankfully, the bar tender made it over and the second time it was good. Ordered a Roll Acevichado as an appetizer. The acevic...
2★ · 2026-03-22
This place used to have an amazing food. The restaurant is still clean, the service is quite nice but all the dishes now have a sweet syrupy taste which cheapens the food and makes you feel like you overloaded on sugar. We all felt sick aft...
Service Delays and Seating Issues
Reviewers occasionally report slow pacing between courses, cramped seating, or unaccommodating host service.
3 supporting reviews
1★ · 2025-11-12
I've reserved this place to celebrate my wife's birthday, feeling it was a good idea because it was recommended by Michelin guide, and everything was a complete disaster. First, when we arrived at the restaurant, there was an employee unki...
5★ · 2025-11-15
The venue is truly lovely, with classy décor and a warm, inviting ambience. Unfortunately, service was noticeably slow. Despite the restaurant not being busy, we waited quite a while before anyone came to take our order. To avoid another lo...
1★ · 2026-02-15
Despite making a reservation and arriving in time to be seated - they had no table to offer us. Hostess seemed like she could care less and suggested we could eat at the bar where we could “get drinks faster” When we told her we preferred...
Good for
- Seafood and ceviche lovers
- Special occasion dates and celebrations
- Pisco cocktails and craft drinks
Avoid if
- You are seeking strictly traditional Peruvian cuisine
- you are sensitive to high noise levels or crowded seating
- You are on a tight budget
Review anatomy
Reviews per month
| Month | Reviews | Flagged |
|---|---|---|
| Oct ’25 | 5 | 0 |
| Nov ’25 | 118 | 24 |
| Dec ’25 | 93 | 26 |
| Jan ’26 | 67 | 18 |
| Feb ’26 | 82 | 15 |
| Mar ’26 | 110 | 37 |
| Apr ’26 | 163 | 35 |
| May ’26 | 172 | 35 |
| Jun ’26 | 138 | 33 |
| Jul ’26 | 52 | 11 |
Rating distribution
Evidence
- burst 11 five-star reviews on 2026-01-24 vs avg 1.8/day; 16 five-star reviews on 2026-03-21 vs avg 2.3/day weight 1
- low activity account 215 reviews flagged weight 0.8
- generic account 1 reviews flagged weight 1
Flagged reviews
Showing the 10 most suspicious of 234 flagged reviews.
David Kennedy
1 review
★★★★★
2026-01-24
Food was amazing! Service was perfect. Great atmosphere!
Francesca Orlandini
2 reviews
★★★★★
2026-01-24
Luis’s service was really great which made our experience outstanding
Alli Cardwell
2 reviews
★★★★★
2026-01-24
Kristin Boor
2 reviews
★★★★★
2026-01-24
The best!
Valeria Suarez
2 reviews
★★★★★
2026-03-21
Jessica S
2 reviews
★★★★★
2026-03-21
Luis was attentive to my allergies and made sure our dinner was great
Blake Gershon
1 review
★★★★★
2026-03-21
We had a great dinner! Food was amazing and great drinks. Our server Luis made our meal extra special
Carol Anne
1 review
★★★★★
2026-03-21
Ily Luis!
Alice Scamps-Goodman
2 reviews
★★★★★
2026-03-21
A. C.B.
132 reviews · Local Guide
★★★★★
2026-04-19
Report generated Jul 19, 2026. Reviews change — you can request a fresh investigation.
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