Maido
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2026-01-26 00:40
Maido (마이도) is a fine-dining restaurant in Peru led by chef Mitsuharu “Micha” Tsumura.
The Japanese word “maido” conveys the meanings “thank you as always” or “welcome,” and the restaurant is regarded as having elevated Nikkei cuisine, which combines the culinary traditions of Japanese immigrants with Peruvian ingredients, to a world-class level.
In 2025, it reached the pinnacle of contemporary gastronomy by taking first place worldwide in The World's 50 Best Restaurants.
Background to the establishment: Mitsuharu Tsumura, a Peruvian of Japanese descent who was born in Lima, Peru, opened the restaurant in 2009 to honor his roots.
Chef's background: After studying culinary arts at Johnson & Wales University in Rhode Island, United States, Mitsuharu Tsumura trained in traditional Japanese cooking techniques in Osaka, Japan, laying the foundations for his Nikkei cuisine.
Development: From its early days, the restaurant attracted attention for its distinctive concept in Lima, the center of Peruvian gastronomy, and continued to grow steadily, including ranking first in Latin America's 50 Best Restaurants for three consecutive years from 2017 to 2019.
Nikkei identity: Its defining characteristic is the harmony between the precision of Japanese cooking techniques and the bold flavors of Peru's Andean and Amazon regions, including chili peppers, potatoes, and corn.
Use of Amazonian ingredients: In addition to seafood, the restaurant makes creative use of unfamiliar regional ingredients such as paiche, a giant freshwater fish found in the Amazon River.
Nikkei Experience: The restaurant's signature tasting menu consists of approximately 10–14 courses and offers a culinary journey across Peru's coast, mountains, and jungle.
Sushi bar: Original nigiri and sashimi that combine traditional sushi techniques with Peruvian sauces or ingredients are also available à la carte.
Extremely difficult to book: Since reaching No. 1 in the world in 2025, it has become one of the most difficult restaurants in the world to book as of 2026.
Booking method: Reservations are accepted exclusively online through the official website, and booking typically opens on a specified date several months in advance.
Address: Calle San Martin 399, Miraflores, Lima, Peru.
Opening hours: Open for separate lunch and dinner services from Monday through Saturday, and closed on Sundays.
The World's 50 Best Restaurants: Named No. 1 in the world (2025).
Latin America's 50 Best Restaurants: Ranked No. 1 in 2017, 2018, 2019, 2023, and 2024.
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