Fast-casual Peruvian ceviche for a quick lunch without sacrificing quality — La Prep does leche de tigre-marinated ceviche, tiradito, and lomo saltado in 10 minutes at prices that make it an easy weekday habit. The most accessible Peruvian food in the downtown core.
Neighbourhood: Multiple downtown · Address: 126 Simcoe St, Toronto, ON · Hours: Mon–Fri 11AM–8PM | Sat 12PM–7PM | Sun Closed · Price Range: $$ · Phone: (416) 552-2847 · Website: https://laprepcevicheria.com · Editorial status: Not yet verified
It's the only place downtown where you can get classic Peruvian ceviche (with good-quality fish) that doesn't take 30 minutes and cost $30+. Everything is made to order, so sharp citrus and crunchy cancha hit just right.
La Prep Cevicheria is the rare spot serving Peruvian food that's genuinely quick but doesn't taste pre-made. The leche de tigre marinade is on-point, and you can taste the freshness. For downtown, it's the easiest way to dip into South American flavours between meetings—and you won't find this level of ceviche at any other lunch-friendly counter.
La Prep Cevicheria is a fast-casual spot that brings Lima-style ceviche culture to downtown Toronto. Their open kitchen keeps everything moving, with efficient staff plating up bright, fresh ceviche, tiradito, and surprisingly legit lomo saltado in minutes. Run by a Peruvian-Canadian team who clearly have high standards for quality, the menu is short but tightly focused. Seating is counter-style and functional, decked out in clean white tile with pops of turquoise—more lunch counter than date night destination.
No—it's counter-service and first-come, first-served.
The Ceviche Clásico—perfectly balanced, fresh, and comes with proper Peruvian garnishes.
It's better for solo diners or pairs; limited counter seating and a casual, in-and-out environment.
Most mains are $13–$17, with combos around $20.
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