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Okayyyy Aji Limon... why is every bite making me want to dance a little? Started with the fried calamari and fish ceviche -- super fresh, crispy, and packed with flavor. The steak and egg was juicy and comforting, and the Pescado a lo Macho came loaded with seafood goodness. If you love soup, the Parihuela seafood soup is rich, hearty, and perfect for seafood lovers. And don't skip the maracuyá passion fruit juice... seriously so refreshing. For dessert, the picarones were warm, sweet, and dangerously addictive. Plus the chocolate cake? Gone in seconds The portions are HUGE, so come hungry or be ready for leftovers. The vibe is cozy with fun Latin music playing, and the staff was super sweet even when it got busy. Aji Limon definitely gave me happy food coma energy
We came here because my son has to do an extra credit report about Peruvian food. So we decided to stop by on a Sunday lunch. The place is located in a strip mall with a bunch of other restaurants. The outside is not impressive, but the inside is definitely quaint and clean. We ordered three dishesb(fried rice not shown). All dishes are between $22-27. Absolutely tasty! I wasn't expecting much but was pleasantly surprised with how fresh and everything was delicious. Portions are quite generous, so come hungry. Service was good and attentive. We though roughly enjoyed our food here and will be back! POV: I tried two of their fresh juices. There's a happy hour where these are only five dollars. I have to come back and try these during those times!
The food was delicious and everything came out fresh and flavorful! This was our first time at Aji Limon, and we had a great experience. Our server, Christian, was fantastic--very friendly, attentive, and welcoming. He even let us taste some of the drinks before choosing, which we really appreciated and made our first visit even more enjoyable. Great food, great atmosphere, and excellent service. We'll definitely be coming back. Thank you, Christian, for making our first visit such a great one!
Peruvian food is one of my top 10 favorite cuisines, and I've tried most items on Ají Limón's menu when I was in Peru. I find the food here to be decent to satisfy my random Peruvian food cravings and not wildly far off from the food I had in Peru. I had gotten takeout here a few times but finally dined in for a weekday lunch recently. Didn't get the server's name, but service was amazing. We did stand by the entrance for a few minutes before anyone greeted us and seated us, but that could be due to the restaurant layout that's somewhat of an upside down L shape, and most people were sitting tucked inside away from the entrance. I've got ceviche mixto and recently ceviche mariscos. Both are satisfying. The difference is the mixto contains white fish and all the other seafood (shrimp, octopus, squid, mussels) while the ceviche mariscos only contains the non-fish seafood. They are not cheap, but the portion is generous and it is quite a lot of seafood. We got medium spicy for dine in, which was the right call. I think I had gotten spicy in the past, and while I love spicy food and have good tolerance, it was still spicy to me and distracted a bit from enjoying the seafood. The ceviche comes with sweet potato, yucca, boiled corn, and cancha (Peruvian corn nuts). And no meal is complete without a chicha morada. I also enjoy anything with platano frito. If I recall correctly, the tallarín verde and lúcuma ice cream were pretty good, too. The pionono is okay; I'm not a huge fan of sponge cake, and the dulce de leche is very sweet. I prefer Porto's tres leches cake, which I know isn't Peruvian, but is perfect for my taste.
Been here a few times and the food is always great! We ordered the Ceviche Mixto, Tenderloin Saltado, and I wanted to try something different, so I went with the Anticuchos (Skewered Beef Hearts). I was afraid it would taste gamey, but our friendly server assured me it wouldn't. I am so glad I went for it because the dish was so good, especially with the sauce it came with!
Still delicious! This is my absolute favorite Peruvian spot. Everything I have tried here has been absolutely delicious and full of flavor. I especially love getting the jug of agua de maracuyá. It is so good. The customer service is great, the place is super comfy, and every employee here is just lovely. This spot never disappoints and is always a treat to visit.
We've been to Aji Limon twice now while looking for a solid Peruvian spot, especially since my fiancé is Peruvian and we tend to be pretty particular when it comes to classic dishes. On our first visit, we tried the Arroz Chaufa (Beef) and shared the Ceviche de Mariscos. The Arroz Chaufa was easily the highlight -- flavorful, well-balanced, and cooked just right. It stood out more than the Tallarín Saltado we tried later and is something I'd definitely reorder. The Ceviche de Mariscos was really good. The mix of shrimp, squid, baby octopus, and mussels was fresh and well-marinated in lemon juice, and it paired nicely with the corn and sweet potatoes. It was refreshing, bright, and a solid seafood dish overall. I also wanted to try Picarones, which I'd never had before. I was debating whether to order them, and I believe it was the owner who was taking our order. After I asked a few questions, he kindly brought us an order to try, which was very much appreciated and not something he had to do. The picarones were warm, light, and drizzled with a sweet chancaca syrup -- a great introduction to the dessert. On our second visit, we wanted to try another Peruvian classic and ordered the Lomo Saltado. It was decent, but with my fiancé being Peruvian, we're a bit picky with this dish. For us, it leaned too heavily on the soy sauce. We also tried the Tallarin Saltado (Seafood), which had good flavor, but overall, the Arroz Chaufa still stood out more. We finished with Helado de Lúcuma, a classic Peruvian dessert made from native lúcuma fruit. It was creamy with a subtle citrusy sweetness and a nice way to end the meal. Overall, Aji Limon has some strong dishes and a welcoming atmosphere. The kindness from the staff, especially the owner, really stood out, and while some classics didn't fully hit for us, the Arroz Chaufa and Ceviche de Mariscos are definitely worth coming back for
Delicious food, place is very busy during the weekend we have to wait for 20 minutes for a table, the food is really worth it, the portions are very big and the ceviche in particular was really great. Our sever was also very nice and helpful, also the food doesn't take a long time, they are actually fast, also the chicha was very good.
Ají Limón delivered one of the best Peruvian meals I've had in a long time. I ordered the Lomo Saltado, and it was superb -- perfectly seasoned, beautifully balanced between the Peruvian ají amarillo and the Chinese‑influenced soy sauce and vinegar. The veggies were vibrant, the fries stayed crispy, and the meat was cooked exactly to temperature. It's a tricky dish to get right, but they absolutely nailed it. My wife had the Ceviche de Camarón, and she couldn't wait to dig in. The shrimp tasted incredibly fresh, the lime, red onion, cilantro, and ají amarillo/limo pepper came together with that bright citrus‑chili punch you want in a true Peruvian ceviche. Even the details were spot‑on: perfectly cooked choclo and sweet potato with just the right texture. The only thing I'd tweak is the chicha morada -- a bit sweet for my taste, but easy to adjust with a splash of water without losing the flavor. To top it all off, the manager, Angel, stopped by to check on us, which says a lot about their attention to customers. With flavors like these, I'll definitely be coming back and recommending Ají Limón to anyone craving authentic Peruvian cuisine.
The yummiest fish saltado! Honestly any kind of saltado is delicious here. The one I got specifically is "à la pobre" version which comes with plantains and a runny egg. There's plenty of searing inside and the waiters are always so nice and attentive. Whenever I'm in the area I always try to go here
This is the place for the best Peruvian food. We got the Lomito al Jugo. The beef is moist and melts in your mouth. The sauce is incredibly delicious I asked for more. We also got Seco de Carne. It came with a bread to dip into the sauce. Another sauce to die for. The beef is also moist and tender. Vanessa assisted us which ones to get. She knows her stuff very well. The place is huge with lots of tables. We can say this is a Peruvian fine dining restaurant. We now found our Peruvian place to eat. We'll be back to try everything on the menu. There's also lots of parking space.
This was my first time here and the food is amazing! Also, I forgot our server's name but she was so nice and provided great service. I will definitely be coming back. I got the bistec à la pobre (I think that's what it's called) but that was amazing. I added fried rice instead of white rice. I definitely recommend this place. The restaurant is also clean, and has great pictures of Peru.
I've been to this restaurant two times now and even after all these years, it's still delicious. It's true Peruvian and the ceviche is comparable to the one I've had in Peru. It's a smaller hole-in the wall, but the food is worth it if you're willing to get out of your comfort zone. Our server, didn't catch her name, nice younger girl with a long ponytail, made wonderful suggestions and was helpful throughout the meal! Food: I was looking to try something other than lomo Saltado, so I ordered the linguine saltado. It's humongous by the way. Portions are shareable. Even the side of plantains were a lot for the three of us. We enjoyed every bite. My favorite thing was definitely the ceviche. Very sour, lots of lime, super traditional. Our server brought us a spicy sauce on the side which tasted like a red wasabi - it packs a lot of heat so beware! Prices are completely reasonable and actually, worth it, when you try the food and see the portions.
7 days ago
My son and I went here last week on the recommendation of a friend. I've never had Peruvian food and I was amazed at how delicious the various dishes were that we shared. The server was so welcoming and helpful. She suggested what we might like and she was so right! I only wish that we would've asked her name. It's a really cute restaurant. Give it a try, I'm sure you'll be impressed. read more
First time here...... this place was highly recommended by my hubby's coworkers. Sincerely I've wasn't thrilled coming here. Unfortunately just by the outside looks a little rundown lol...... Plus I have never tried Peruvian food or had any interest in it. Aji Limon is a popular Peruvian restaurant. (I didn't know about) Omg it was great..... excellent experience and service. Everyone was very kind and welcoming. (Looks nice inside) Our food was delicious Thank you... we need to come back for more. The place was packed after we left, line out the door. read more
4 months ago
Okayyyy Aji Limon... why is every bite making me want to dance a little? Started with the fried calamari and fish ceviche -- super fresh, crispy, and packed with flavor. The steak and egg was juicy and comforting, and the Pescado a lo Macho came loaded with seafood goodness. If you love soup, the Parihuela seafood soup is rich, hearty, and perfect for seafood lovers. And don't skip the maracuyá passion fruit juice... seriously so refreshing. For dessert, the picarones were warm, sweet, and dangerously addictive. Plus the chocolate cake? Gone in seconds The portions are HUGE, so come hungry or be ready for leftovers. The vibe is cozy with fun Latin music playing, and the staff was super sweet even when it got busy. Aji Limon definitely gave me happy food coma energy read more
We came here because my son has to do an extra credit report about Peruvian food. So we decided to stop by on a Sunday lunch. The place is located in a strip mall with a bunch of other restaurants. The outside is not impressive, but the inside is definitely quaint and clean. We ordered three dishesb(fried rice not shown). All dishes are between $22-27. Absolutely tasty! I wasn't expecting much but was pleasantly surprised with how fresh and everything was delicious. Portions are quite generous, so come hungry. Service was good and attentive. We though roughly enjoyed our food here and will be back! POV: I tried two of their fresh juices. There's a happy hour where these are only five dollars. I have to come back and try these during those times! read more
25 days ago
The food was delicious and everything came out fresh and flavorful! This was our first time at Aji Limon, and we had a great experience. Our server, Christian, was fantastic--very friendly, attentive, and welcoming. He even let us taste some of the drinks before choosing, which we really appreciated and made our first visit even more enjoyable. Great food, great atmosphere, and excellent service. We'll definitely be coming back. Thank you, Christian, for making our first visit such a great one! read more
Peruvian food is one of my top 10 favorite cuisines, and I've tried most items on Ají Limón's menu when I was in Peru. I find the food here to be decent to satisfy my random Peruvian food cravings and not wildly far off from the food I had in Peru. I had gotten takeout here a few times but finally dined in for a weekday lunch recently. Didn't get the server's name, but service was amazing. We did stand by the entrance for a few minutes before anyone greeted us and seated us, but that could be due to the restaurant layout that's somewhat of an upside down L shape, and most people were sitting tucked inside away from the entrance. I've got ceviche mixto and recently ceviche mariscos. Both are satisfying. The difference is the mixto contains white fish and all the other seafood (shrimp, octopus, squid, mussels) while the ceviche mariscos only contains the non-fish seafood. They are not cheap, but the portion is generous and it is quite a lot of seafood. We got medium spicy for dine in, which was the right call. I think I had gotten spicy in the past, and while I love spicy food and have good tolerance, it was still spicy to me and distracted a bit from enjoying the seafood. The ceviche comes with sweet potato, yucca, boiled corn, and cancha (Peruvian corn nuts). And no meal is complete without a chicha morada. I also enjoy anything with platano frito. If I recall correctly, the tallarín verde and lúcuma ice cream were pretty good, too. The pionono is okay; I'm not a huge fan of sponge cake, and the dulce de leche is very sweet. I prefer Porto's tres leches cake, which I know isn't Peruvian, but is perfect for my taste. read more
1 month ago
Been here a few times and the food is always great! We ordered the Ceviche Mixto, Tenderloin Saltado, and I wanted to try something different, so I went with the Anticuchos (Skewered Beef Hearts). I was afraid it would taste gamey, but our friendly server assured me it wouldn't. I am so glad I went for it because the dish was so good, especially with the sauce it came with! read more
9 months ago
Still delicious! This is my absolute favorite Peruvian spot. Everything I have tried here has been absolutely delicious and full of flavor. I especially love getting the jug of agua de maracuyá. It is so good. The customer service is great, the place is super comfy, and every employee here is just lovely. This spot never disappoints and is always a treat to visit. read more
We've been to Aji Limon twice now while looking for a solid Peruvian spot, especially since my fiancé is Peruvian and we tend to be pretty particular when it comes to classic dishes. On our first visit, we tried the Arroz Chaufa (Beef) and shared the Ceviche de Mariscos. The Arroz Chaufa was easily the highlight -- flavorful, well-balanced, and cooked just right. It stood out more than the Tallarín Saltado we tried later and is something I'd definitely reorder. The Ceviche de Mariscos was really good. The mix of shrimp, squid, baby octopus, and mussels was fresh and well-marinated in lemon juice, and it paired nicely with the corn and sweet potatoes. It was refreshing, bright, and a solid seafood dish overall. I also wanted to try Picarones, which I'd never had before. I was debating whether to order them, and I believe it was the owner who was taking our order. After I asked a few questions, he kindly brought us an order to try, which was very much appreciated and not something he had to do. The picarones were warm, light, and drizzled with a sweet chancaca syrup -- a great introduction to the dessert. On our second visit, we wanted to try another Peruvian classic and ordered the Lomo Saltado. It was decent, but with my fiancé being Peruvian, we're a bit picky with this dish. For us, it leaned too heavily on the soy sauce. We also tried the Tallarin Saltado (Seafood), which had good flavor, but overall, the Arroz Chaufa still stood out more. We finished with Helado de Lúcuma, a classic Peruvian dessert made from native lúcuma fruit. It was creamy with a subtle citrusy sweetness and a nice way to end the meal. Overall, Aji Limon has some strong dishes and a welcoming atmosphere. The kindness from the staff, especially the owner, really stood out, and while some classics didn't fully hit for us, the Arroz Chaufa and Ceviche de Mariscos are definitely worth coming back for read more
6 months ago
Delicious food, place is very busy during the weekend we have to wait for 20 minutes for a table, the food is really worth it, the portions are very big and the ceviche in particular was really great. Our sever was also very nice and helpful, also the food doesn't take a long time, they are actually fast, also the chicha was very good. read more
6 months ago
Ají Limón delivered one of the best Peruvian meals I've had in a long time. I ordered the Lomo Saltado, and it was superb -- perfectly seasoned, beautifully balanced between the Peruvian ají amarillo and the Chinese‑influenced soy sauce and vinegar. The veggies were vibrant, the fries stayed crispy, and the meat was cooked exactly to temperature. It's a tricky dish to get right, but they absolutely nailed it. My wife had the Ceviche de Camarón, and she couldn't wait to dig in. The shrimp tasted incredibly fresh, the lime, red onion, cilantro, and ají amarillo/limo pepper came together with that bright citrus‑chili punch you want in a true Peruvian ceviche. Even the details were spot‑on: perfectly cooked choclo and sweet potato with just the right texture. The only thing I'd tweak is the chicha morada -- a bit sweet for my taste, but easy to adjust with a splash of water without losing the flavor. To top it all off, the manager, Angel, stopped by to check on us, which says a lot about their attention to customers. With flavors like these, I'll definitely be coming back and recommending Ají Limón to anyone craving authentic Peruvian cuisine. read more
The yummiest fish saltado! Honestly any kind of saltado is delicious here. The one I got specifically is "à la pobre" version which comes with plantains and a runny egg. There's plenty of searing inside and the waiters are always so nice and attentive. Whenever I'm in the area I always try to go here read more
2 months ago
This is the place for the best Peruvian food. We got the Lomito al Jugo. The beef is moist and melts in your mouth. The sauce is incredibly delicious I asked for more. We also got Seco de Carne. It came with a bread to dip into the sauce. Another sauce to die for. The beef is also moist and tender. Vanessa assisted us which ones to get. She knows her stuff very well. The place is huge with lots of tables. We can say this is a Peruvian fine dining restaurant. We now found our Peruvian place to eat. We'll be back to try everything on the menu. There's also lots of parking space. read more
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This was my first time here and the food is amazing! Also, I forgot our server's name but she was so nice and provided great service. I will definitely be coming back. I got the bistec à la pobre (I think that's what it's called) but that was amazing. I added fried rice instead of white rice. I definitely recommend this place. The restaurant is also clean, and has great pictures of Peru. read more
1 month ago
I've been to this restaurant two times now and even after all these years, it's still delicious. It's true Peruvian and the ceviche is comparable to the one I've had in Peru. It's a smaller hole-in the wall, but the food is worth it if you're willing to get out of your comfort zone. Our server, didn't catch her name, nice younger girl with a long ponytail, made wonderful suggestions and was helpful throughout the meal! Food: I was looking to try something other than lomo Saltado, so I ordered the linguine saltado. It's humongous by the way. Portions are shareable. Even the side of plantains were a lot for the three of us. We enjoyed every bite. My favorite thing was definitely the ceviche. Very sour, lots of lime, super traditional. Our server brought us a spicy sauce on the side which tasted like a red wasabi - it packs a lot of heat so beware! Prices are completely reasonable and actually, worth it, when you try the food and see the portions. read more
9 months ago
4 months ago
Was craving Peruvian and it was kinda early and found Aji Limon that was open at 10am! The food was very fresh and not over salted which I appreciate. Since it was 10:15am on a Saturday morning, we had the whole restaurant to ourselves. The waitress was extremely attentive and very courteous. Our food came out very fast and we were very impressed by the quality and taste. The restaurant is very simple and clean, super unpretentious while listening to some cumbias. If you're in the area, you definitely need to stop by! read more
5 months ago
2 years ago
I don't usually review, but this place is one of the best Peruvian, best food, best quality and service ever. Place is clean, nice, spacious, many seats. Friendly knowledgeable staff, best of all, the cooks/chefs are AMAZING. We tired the mixed ceviche, beef saltado, and this chicken meat rolled with chashu pork over gravy veggies with a side of fried rice. I'd just show pics and you decided. Desserts, tried the fresh homemade fried sweet potato donuts with a hint of some liquor and their homemade sugar cookies. We are gonna come back go try more. So good! Salud! read more
6 months ago
2 years ago
This was the first time I have had Peruvian food (i think?) and I thought it was very yummy. My favorite thing was the bifstek. The ceviche was very fresh and possible the best I've had. Love that the food was almost like Asian/Italian fusion. The passion fruit drink is very good. The portions were huge. The service was very friendly and I love that the place seems like just a fun place to get together with friends. read more
3 years ago
Aji Limon is located in Buena Park and it's one of those places that is hidden. Overall the location is pretty SUS because there is a lot of transient activity ! When you come in the service is super nice you are greeted with the most helpful servers ! Overall the food is pretty tasty I have been there multiple times and you can taste the quality. The price point is somewhat medium to high but your paying for what you get overall if your around the area check them out read more
1 year ago
This is my go-to place for the Peruvian cuisine! It's absolutely delicious and a great generous portion of dishes are only served here. The place is very clean and cozy with AC blasting to its max The servers are very helpful and thorough. I didn't know they have a special lunch option during the weekdays from 11-3PM! I hope more people learn about this wonderful deal!! I'll be coming back more very soon~! read more
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A very tasty hole in the wall. We were looking for something casual and found this restaurant in Buena Park. Lots of parking. They were pretty understaffed but had a decent amount of customers. It was about a 15 minute wait on a Monday evening. Our server Geordan was very nice and checked on us even though he was super busy. I ordered the lomo saltado which was a skirt steak stir fry with rice, tomatoes, french fries and onions. Well seasoned and good sized portion. My brother also enjoyed their fried rice special. Their juice is okay but the platanos were good. Overall, I'd definitely recommend this place for a casual dine out. read more
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Was driving by the area and saw this place. We always loved to try new places and haven't had Peruvian for quite a while so we decided to check it out. I can definitely say we weren't disappointed. The place has a mom and pop feel to it. It was clean, the staff was very friendly, and service was good. We had the Loma Saltado, Bistec a lo Pobre, Bistec a la Chorrillana, Tallarín Saltado, and the donuts for dessert. I tasted all of the them and they were all delicious. The Bistec a la Chorrillana and Lola Saltado were my favorites. Given that everything did taste great, I did take one star off which was due to portion size for the beef. Given that the style of food traditionally has thinly sliced beef, I think that for the price there could be a larger portion size of the meat. As for the donuts, they were very tasty but if you have kids or picky eaters, you may want to skip them. The sauce was delicious to me but my son didn't like it. The sauce is made with alcohol so you can taste it a little. With that said, if we're in the area and craving Peruvian, this place will definitely be one of our possible choices. read more
2 years ago
Very delicious Chupe de Camaron great price and service place is clean and server was so nice read more
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