Mérito

Restaurant · Lima

Mérito

Restaurant · Lima

Jr, 28 De Julio 206, Barranco 15063, Peru

Highlights

Mérito in Lima is a charming fusion of sophistication and comfort, where beautifully crafted dishes and welcoming service create an unforgettable dining experience.

Jr, 28 De Julio 206, Barranco 15063, Peru Get directions

merito.mesa247.pe

@meritorest

PEN 100+

Reserve

@foodandwine

"Venezuelan chef Juan Luis Martínez opened Mérito in 2018 in a narrow two-level space. It has quickly gained a cult following for its unique blend of Venezuelan and Peruvian influences. Some dishes feel more Venezuelan, like glazed pork belly with arepas, while others are purely Peruvian, such as raw razor clams with cushuro. The restaurant emphasizes the eclectic roots of the Barranco neighborhood, featuring original adobe walls and hand-painted tiles." - Nicholas Gill

Here's Why Mérito Is the 2024 Best International Restaurant

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@theworlds50best

"Rank: #37 "The organic encounter of two cultures – Venezuelan and Peruvian – in a small and welcoming space defines Mérito. The team’s impeccable use of ingredients from the Peruvian pantry, showcased in creative and ever-evolving preparations, sets the standard. The plot thickens when flashes and memories of Venezuelan cuisine – the chefs’ country of origin – feed in. Respect for the product and exaltation of its qualities are key parts of the experience. Debuting on the list at No.37, the restaurant is the winner of the Highest New Entry Award 2020, sponsored by Aspire Lifestyles."

https://www.theworlds50best.com/latinamerica/en/the-list/31-40/merito.html

Latin America's 50 Best Restaurants 2020 - Peru, Ecuador, Panama

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@afar

"Mérito, the cool, earthy restaurant opened by Venezuelan chefs José Luis Saumeo and Juan Luis Martinez. Martinez, who used to work at Central, cooks up Peruvian dishes with a Venezuelen spin." - Mary Holland

Why Now Is the Time to Visit Lima - AFAR

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Cole Graham

Google

As a local guide I can honestly say that this was one of the top three dining experiences I’ve ever had. I wish u could give it eleven stars Food was delicious and beautiful and the server was excellent. Would come back in a heart beat. Maybe best meal I’ve ever had?!

Huny Chung

Google

I got really lucky and had the opportunity to eat here as a walk in. There is no tasting menu but you can also order half of 4~5 dishes which is what I did + desert (I was just before unpleasantly full by the end). The food was really good - I loved the overall balance of each dish. Additionally, I really enjoy learning about food and I asked the servers a few questions and they were very nice. Personal favorite would be the fish curry.

Gregory Lammers

Google

We had a rough day before sitting down here and were actually a little nervous but those fears quickly evaporated. The space is gorgeous and actually smells wonderful. Alexandra's service was exceptional from the very beginning and assuaged our anxiety until we were completely relaxed. Even the support staff that stopped by felt confident and knowledgeable. All of the food was wonderful, I think my favorite was the octopus... Or maybe the Pork Belly... Both were perfectly cooked and packed with flavor. Dessert wasn't just a cherry on top but continued the symphony of flavor and texture. THE Flan is actually the best I've had and paired with the flan cocktail flavors hit heavenly levels. Congruent flavors don't normally hit that way. Just wow.

Helen Guu

Google

A very nice fine dining place in Lima. I went with my friend and two of us ordered 5 dishes with drinks. Each dish was delicious with fresh ingredients and beautiful decoration. I would like to go back again!!

Pedro O.S Vaz de Melo

Google

This restaurant offers a very unique and personal experience. It is very sophisticated, but the staff makes you feel at home. They dishes are made to be shared. This makes total sense, since everything tastes very distinct and strong, which to me is a good thing, this is something I want in this kind of restaurant. The scallops were definitely the best I ever had and the top moment of the night, together with the rock desert. The lowest part of the night was the octopus, which had some pieces too cooked for my taste.

Athul Ashok

Google

yes. (went on 8/23/24) probably the best experience I've had in my life for this price-point ~45 USD per person The drinks and appetizers were creative but not so memorable taste-wise. 3/4 main course dishes (Curry de pez, Pesca del dia y maiz, and Arroz de mashuas y calamares) were phenomenal. Rarely have I eaten meals that felt so clean and light but yet so savory. Though, the 4th main entree, the Cordero y mashua, was honestly mediocre and not particularly exciting to eat -- also happened to be the priciest main course item by a large margin just because of it being a meat-based dish. (Lesson here would be to primarily allocate your money for seafood dishes, we're near the coast after all.) To my surprise, the four deserts (Roca, El flan, Maiz cafe lucuma y macambo, and Chirimoya) we tried were the main stand-outs in the overall experience. They were all vastly different from each other in almost every department: texture, taste, and aroma. The flan is heavenly and all the hype surrounding it is completely deserved.

Barb G

Google

As a top 50 restaurant in Latin America, I was expecting more unique flavours. The food is above average, but extremely over priced. We ordered 4 appetizers and 1 main course both feeling very hungry at the end.

Ryan F.

Google

Wow, this fits was amazing! I travel the world and use the Michelin guide. If Michelin were in Lima, Peru, this place would have a star. The flavors of every dish were in point, I mean, every dish! The server also spoke perfect English, which is difficult to find in Peru. Drinks and wine were great as well.