Matsuei

4.6

(913 votes)

C. Atahualpa 195, Miraflores 15074

Expensive

Closed now • Opens at 12:30

Experience Authentic Japanese Cuisine at Matsuei

Located in the heart of Miraflores, Lima, Matsuei offers a refined and traditional Japanese dining experience that has been cherished since 1972. This esteemed establishment emphasizes elegant simplicity and natural flavors, highlighting the essence of seasonal ingredients, known in Japanese as “Kisetsukan.” At Matsuei, guests can enjoy the art of traditional Japanese culinary preparation crafted by an experienced itamae, ensuring each dish reflects a balance of healthiness and premium quality.

Delight in a Variety of Traditional Dishes

Matsuei’s menu features a superb selection of sushi, maki, tempura, and udon dishes, all prepared with fresh, high-quality ingredients. Patrons often commend the freshness of the fish and the beautiful presentation of each plate. Additionally, the restaurant offers a cozy atmosphere ideal for savoring a relaxing meal, made more special by attentive and warm service. For those looking to explore unique tastes, the cocktail selection includes inviting options like the refreshing lychee sour.

The location at Calle Atahualpa 195 provides an inviting setting that blends traditional Japanese aesthetics with a welcoming environment. Whether visiting for lunch or dinner, Matsuei opens its doors across the week with convenient hours to accommodate your schedule. Customers can reach out via WhatsApp for inquiries or reservations, enhancing the ease of planning your visit.

Discover the rich flavors and artistry of Japanese cuisine at Matsuei – a place where tradition meets exceptional dining in Lima.

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4.6

913 votes

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Mandy T

July 6, 2025

Extremely mediocre sushi with lackluster service. I ordered the moriawase — the chef’s choice of 16 pieces of nigiri — and while the fish was fresh, the rice completely ruined the experience. Each piece was overstuffed with rice that felt straight out of an “all you can eat” sushi buffet in the U.S.: overly vinegared, overcooked, and packed into a dense, sticky clump. The texture was more like Southeast Asian sticky rice — heavy and gummy — rather than the light, airy, subtly sweet-and-sour sushi rice that forms the foundation of great nigiri.nnBecause yes, great sushi is fundamentally about the rice — not just the fish.nAny sushi chef will tell you that. I get that this isn’t Japan, and I don’t expect the chefs here to have undergone years of “rice apprenticeship”. But I did expect something better than gas station/shopping mall sushi, especially since the sushi selections had no real “fusion” angle to fall back on as an excuse for lack of authenticity.nnI did try one fusion dish — the udon carbonara — which was decent, but forgettable. It was also laughably small for a main dish, more like a tapas portion.nnThe ambiance is upscale and refined, but the energy is dead. The staff didn’t seem like they wanted to be there. They wore Japanese samue robes and tossed around phrases like “irasshai” and “hai,” which just felt forced and cringey. So what is this place trying to be — a traditional sushi-ya or a modern fusion spot? It doesn’t commit to either, and in the end, it misses the mark on both.

Galia Bassani

June 29, 2025

Absolutely loved this place! Fresh ingredients, beautifully presented dishes, and a cozy atmosphere. The sushi, tempura and maki were outstanding and the service was warm and attentive. Highly recommend!

דורון טל

June 29, 2025

The ramen was greatnThe food took a long, long time to arrive.nI asked two waiters to check on it and they just threw out a number and didn't go checkn*Yes, I should mention that the restaurant was fullnThe restaurant is very beautiful

Gabriel Penailillo

June 24, 2025

Interesting cocktails, amazing sushi, udon was fabulous... lychee sour is a must try!! Lovely place, and decoration (don't wear a coat, nowhere to hang it)

Karina Valcarcel

June 18, 2025

The flavors are pretty standard, and the wait time between courses is excessively long. The atmosphere is pleasant.

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Company Name: Matsuei
Service: Traditional Japanese cuisine
Established since 1972
Emphasis on elegant simplicity, natural flavors, and use of fresh seasonal products ("Kisetsukan") in food preparation
Focus on healthiness and quality ingredients
Experience traditional Japanese culinary art prepared by an experienced itamae
Location: Calle Atahualpa 195, Miraflores, Lima, Perú
Contact via WhatsApp: 981 310 180
Opening Hours:
- Monday to Wednesday: 12:30 PM - 3:30 PM and 7:30 PM - 10:30 PM
- Thursday to Saturday: 12:30 PM - 3:30 PM and 7:30 PM - 11:00 PM
- Sunday: 12:30 PM - 4:30 PM

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Experience Authentic Japanese Cuisine at Matsuei

Delight in a Variety of Traditional Dishes

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