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Good for! Ceviche was excellent. Staff was v sweet. The chicken and Loma saltado got little chewy after the food cooled down. But overall will def come back
I loved their salad with the giant choclo corn. But I'll prob never order again as my latest takeout barely had any corn (like 10 pieces?). There was a bug at the bottom of my salad.
Stopped by here for my girlfriend's birthday with her roommates. The place was busy, as you can imagine. Limon is a pretty famous place, and luckily we had reservations already set up! We ordered a good selection of their food to share, and I must say the chicken is always on point, super flavorful, tender, and mouthwatering! The drinks were also very filling, definitely a good mixture of alcohol in there, so its worth the value! There were some small hiccups here and there, but nothing too big that affected the food and environment. I've definitely been here a few times and will be back here again soon!
Limón is one of my favorites, and I've been to a couple of their other locations over the years. The Burlingame location is right on the main street, with plenty of seating both inside and outside. The staff are always friendly and attentive. We ordered a variety of dishes to share, with the half chicken as our main course. It comes with two sides, and this time we went with double salad, but the fries and plantains are also great options. The ceviche had wonderful flavor with fresh toppings and delicious house-made plantain chips. The green beans were cooked perfectly, still crisp and topped with garlic and ginger that added great flavor. I've tried all of the empanadas, but this time I went with the veggie truffle mushroom, and it was delicious. The dipping sauce that comes with both the empanadas and the chicken is so yummy! My absolute favorite dish is the truffle mac and cheese. It's rich, creamy, and incredibly flavorful without feeling too heavy. The truffle is perfectly balanced and makes it one of the best! Limón continues to be one of my go-to spots because the food is consistently fresh and flavorful!
Visited Limon on a whim, last min get together with friends. We were able to lock in a last min reservation and were seated right away when we arrived. The service team were very attentive and very welcoming. We decided on the civiche trio, whole chicken, and Jealea (forgot to take a pic). Everything came out quick, freshly made, and delicious. This experience was an admirable one in comparison to the previous visits I've had a few years back, will definitely visit this location again!
High price points and limited menu, but a big space and very friendly service. This is a good option after a wellness visit at UCSF Burlingame.
I generally like Limon but we ordered takeout last night (6/4 evening) and I was extremely disappointed by how dry the thigh meat was in my Saltado de Pollo. Either that or they inexplicably used breast meat (and still dried it out). Check out the photo, the meat looks mummified. For a $28 (not including tax or tip) dish, what is that? Another issue, the Arroz con Mariscos (rice with shrimp) came with no rice. I am actually pretty blown away by how badly this takeout meal got botched. I almost never leave negative reviews but this was probably one of the actually bad meals I've received from a restaurant. I'm mad, chef.
Everything was sooo good. We ordered the staples, chicken, rice, yucca and each empanada. I hadn't been here in a long time and I'll be back sooner to try more dishes. We just missed happy hour, but thankfully we were able to get seated without a reservation.
Picked up my boyfriend from the airport in the evening so we decided to get dinner nearby. Didn't get a chance to go inside at all because we didn't want to wait for a seat on a Friday night and just sat outside instead. It was chilly that night but luckily we had a heat lamp right behind us. We ordered two beers and the Lomo Saltado to split. The flavors of the dish were delicious although the portion just doesn't seem to be worth the cost. When we finished and tried to get the bill, the main hostess completely ignored us and another server looked in every direction but at us despite my boyfriend having his arm up to try to get their attention. I get that Friday nights are busy, but service could be a bit more attentive.
May Sat lunch review Beautiful location ! Got seated promptly Imho they have 4 MVP dishes - ceviche, rotisserie chicken, Lomo Saltado & Empanadas! Their Sangria is a must try ! Try their Panna Cotta and Tres leche from the desserts - Yumm ! The manager Jose and his staff were very professional We will be back !! - Muchas Gracias
I always wanted to go to Limón. It was in my to go list for a while. We were there in the early afternoon for early dinner. Service was great! Food was good but not great enough for me to go back. Price is very reasonable though.
I really enjoys eating here at limon. Very nice servers, with exceptional food recommendations. They act fast when providing our drinks and are careful to tell you the plates are extremely hot. I preferred the ribeye with garlic prawns and it was cooked to perfection! Very tender and lots of different spices. Not too fatty like other places you go to. It was a little pricey but for good reason! Great food presentation as well. The place is fancy but not SO fancy to gotta dress up to eat there. Overall We left very happy customers. They even sing people happy birthday with a cool sparkler to make them feel special! Definitely going back. And you must order the tres leches for dessert absolutely to die for!!!!
Nice interior and pleasant service. I like most of what we ordered- octopus dish was tasty and tender, crispy pork came with a very palatable fried rice, paella had generous protein, beed rib looks dry but it was not, ceviche was refreshing and acted like a palate cleaner. The only thing I regret ordering was their Pollo Ala Brasa- the akin tasted good but the actual meat is very dry. I would go back but will not order the chicken.
This was my first time trying Peruvian food and I was absolutely amazed. I started off with the Bomba Del Amor cocktail. It was delicious and not too sweet, still being able to taste a little liquor; I like when cocktails are a balance of sweetness and liquor. Not to mention the presentation was great. My mom and I then shared the ceviche mixta; it was a mix of white fish, shrimp and octopus. I only ate the white fish because I'm picky, but it tasted great in the soy/ginger sauce. The taro chips were a perfect addition to the dish. I then had the Caribbean Mule cocktail. I am also a big fan of that one! I'm so glad I got to try two different house cocktails. And finally, the Lomo Saltado. I could not get enough of this dish. The meat was perfectly tender, and the sauce was so good I had to eat it with the rice too. I don't usually like french fries that are too large and potato-y, but these fries were the perfect balance. I am very impressed and will definitely be returning. Thank you to our server Carlos for making sure our experience was perfect! read more
15 days ago
I loved their salad with the giant choclo corn. But I'll prob never order again as my latest takeout barely had any corn (like 10 pieces?). There was a bug at the bottom of my salad. read more
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Stopped by here for my girlfriend's birthday with her roommates. The place was busy, as you can imagine. Limon is a pretty famous place, and luckily we had reservations already set up! We ordered a good selection of their food to share, and I must say the chicken is always on point, super flavorful, tender, and mouthwatering! The drinks were also very filling, definitely a good mixture of alcohol in there, so its worth the value! There were some small hiccups here and there, but nothing too big that affected the food and environment. I've definitely been here a few times and will be back here again soon! read more
3 months ago
Limón is one of my favorites, and I've been to a couple of their other locations over the years. The Burlingame location is right on the main street, with plenty of seating both inside and outside. The staff are always friendly and attentive. We ordered a variety of dishes to share, with the half chicken as our main course. It comes with two sides, and this time we went with double salad, but the fries and plantains are also great options. The ceviche had wonderful flavor with fresh toppings and delicious house-made plantain chips. The green beans were cooked perfectly, still crisp and topped with garlic and ginger that added great flavor. I've tried all of the empanadas, but this time I went with the veggie truffle mushroom, and it was delicious. The dipping sauce that comes with both the empanadas and the chicken is so yummy! My absolute favorite dish is the truffle mac and cheese. It's rich, creamy, and incredibly flavorful without feeling too heavy. The truffle is perfectly balanced and makes it one of the best! Limón continues to be one of my go-to spots because the food is consistently fresh and flavorful! read more
Visited Limon on a whim, last min get together with friends. We were able to lock in a last min reservation and were seated right away when we arrived. The service team were very attentive and very welcoming. We decided on the civiche trio, whole chicken, and Jealea (forgot to take a pic). Everything came out quick, freshly made, and delicious. This experience was an admirable one in comparison to the previous visits I've had a few years back, will definitely visit this location again! read more
1 month ago
High price points and limited menu, but a big space and very friendly service. This is a good option after a wellness visit at UCSF Burlingame. read more
I generally like Limon but we ordered takeout last night (6/4 evening) and I was extremely disappointed by how dry the thigh meat was in my Saltado de Pollo. Either that or they inexplicably used breast meat (and still dried it out). Check out the photo, the meat looks mummified. For a $28 (not including tax or tip) dish, what is that? Another issue, the Arroz con Mariscos (rice with shrimp) came with no rice. I am actually pretty blown away by how badly this takeout meal got botched. I almost never leave negative reviews but this was probably one of the actually bad meals I've received from a restaurant. I'm mad, chef. read more
Everything was sooo good. We ordered the staples, chicken, rice, yucca and each empanada. I hadn't been here in a long time and I'll be back sooner to try more dishes. We just missed happy hour, but thankfully we were able to get seated without a reservation. read more
Picked up my boyfriend from the airport in the evening so we decided to get dinner nearby. Didn't get a chance to go inside at all because we didn't want to wait for a seat on a Friday night and just sat outside instead. It was chilly that night but luckily we had a heat lamp right behind us. We ordered two beers and the Lomo Saltado to split. The flavors of the dish were delicious although the portion just doesn't seem to be worth the cost. When we finished and tried to get the bill, the main hostess completely ignored us and another server looked in every direction but at us despite my boyfriend having his arm up to try to get their attention. I get that Friday nights are busy, but service could be a bit more attentive. read more
May Sat lunch review Beautiful location ! Got seated promptly Imho they have 4 MVP dishes - ceviche, rotisserie chicken, Lomo Saltado & Empanadas! Their Sangria is a must try ! Try their Panna Cotta and Tres leche from the desserts - Yumm ! The manager Jose and his staff were very professional We will be back !! - Muchas Gracias read more
11 days ago
I always wanted to go to Limón. It was in my to go list for a while. We were there in the early afternoon for early dinner. Service was great! Food was good but not great enough for me to go back. Price is very reasonable though. read more
I really enjoys eating here at limon. Very nice servers, with exceptional food recommendations. They act fast when providing our drinks and are careful to tell you the plates are extremely hot. I preferred the ribeye with garlic prawns and it was cooked to perfection! Very tender and lots of different spices. Not too fatty like other places you go to. It was a little pricey but for good reason! Great food presentation as well. The place is fancy but not SO fancy to gotta dress up to eat there. Overall We left very happy customers. They even sing people happy birthday with a cool sparkler to make them feel special! Definitely going back. And you must order the tres leches for dessert absolutely to die for!!!! read more
6 months ago
Nice interior and pleasant service. I like most of what we ordered- octopus dish was tasty and tender, crispy pork came with a very palatable fried rice, paella had generous protein, beed rib looks dry but it was not, ceviche was refreshing and acted like a palate cleaner. The only thing I regret ordering was their Pollo Ala Brasa- the akin tasted good but the actual meat is very dry. I would go back but will not order the chicken. read more
We ordered classic ceviche, empanadas (1 chicken and 1 beef) and yucca fries. The ceviche was the best of the 3 dishes, perfectly balanced flavors. The chicken empanadas had better flavor than the beef which were a bit bland) and the yucca fries needed salt. The server was good but some people who brought the food were rude. Overall it was a good experience. read more
Had a great lunch yesterday. We were welcomed right when we arrived and seated near the large window looking out to the street. Our server was very friendly and service was excellent. We started with their Passion Fruit Pisco Sour. Lucious frothy egg white foam topped a yummy passionfruit base. Next we had the Limon Ceviche plate, served with Taro chips, Chicken Empanadas, Camarones Crocantes and Truffle Mac and Cheese. Food was all delicious, well seasoned and flavorful. read more
9 months ago
I came here for dinner with my family. It's a bit overpriced for what you get, and the meat was on the dry side. Food is a little bit bland. The ceviche was the best part of the meal. Not the best overall, but still decent. Our server was very friendly too and kept checking in on us. It was such a busy night with lots of customers. read more
The food was like "bouquets" of seafood, the way they plattered it. I've had amazing seafood, but the seafood dishes we had at Limón were extraordinary! The color pops in the food presentation were just as vibrant as the Peruvian culture itself. Some of those dishes were enough for two. The combo appetizer alone could've been a meal. Plus their cocktails - whoa! Can I call them healthy? Ahaaaha, well their mocktails certainly were. We had wonderful service by informative waiters. The feel is what I'd call elegant casual. All the decor on their walls and tiling around their bar area are beautiful! Limón in Burlingame is well-located in a corner with entrances on both facing streets. It's right behind a parking lot and directly across additional parking closer to the water. A good amount of indoor and outdoor seating is accessible. This area is hoppin'! Surrounded by local specialty shops, more restaurants, and bakeries - anyone living in the neighboring residential streets are mighty lucky! My cousins wanted to treat me for a super duper belated. I think I'm lucky too. I am giddy over this dining experience! read more
1 month ago
We celebrated our 26th anniversary at Limon and had such a great experience. I ordered the flat iron steak and my husband had the Lomo Saltado, both were amazing. Our server, Noelle, was incredibly attentive and friendly. She recommended the pisco sour and lychee sour, and they were delicious. Thank you, Noelle, for making our night feel special. read more
Been here a bunch of times and Limon continues to be a solid option on the corner of Burlingame Ave. Most recently came on a Thursday around 6pm and were seated immediately without a reservation, which was a nice surprise. The space itself is lively but not chaotic, and it's one of those places that works just as well for a casual weeknight dinner as it does for a low-key date. This visit, my husband and I shared the Jalea ($24) to start and ordered the whole chicken ($38). We subbed the house salad for their signature chifa vegetables (worth the extra $2). The Jalea is a classic fried seafood platter - nothing mind-blowing, but you really can't go wrong with it and it's great for sharing. The chicken is where Limon usually shines. It was cooked perfectly, super juicy, and shredded apart easily. That said, I'm personally not a huge fan of their aji amarillo sauce. It's bold and tends to overpower the already well-seasoned chicken. The chifa vegetables are a must-order every time. Savory and easily one of the best sides on the menu. I've also had their ceviche and lomo saltado on past visits, both of which were excellent and among the safer bets here. Service has consistently been attentive and efficient, even when the restaurant is busy. My only real knock is that it's a bit pricey for what you get, especially if you're ordering multiple dishes or drinks. That said, the quality and consistency usually make it worth it. Overall, a dependable Burlingame staple that I keep coming back to, especially when I'm craving Peruvian flavors and a comfortable, energetic atmosphere. read more
13 days ago
Amazing as always. The Lomo Saltado never disappoints. I could probably eat it every day even though I definitely shouldn't. It was a lively night to be there as we forgot it was Mother's Day when we made the reservation, oops. read more
17 days ago
This place was amazing. As soon as you walk in the ambiance was filled with natural light and a busy service day. The food was amazing. 10/10 recommend. I had their pescado entero and paired it with a hefe weissbier (which was amazingly smooth for any of my beer drinkers). The staff were kind and they answered all our questions. Will definitely be back for more. read more
4 months ago
Limon has generally been a decent experience for me, though I've often felt the pricing doesn't quite match the quality of the food. Unfortunately, my most recent visit was especially disappointing. I ordered the Lomo Saltado for takeout, and even within a few bites before leaving, I noticed I was having to chew a lot more than usual. The texture was both rubbery and dry, and it required far more chewing than expected. After getting home, I set a few pieces aside to take a closer look, and parts of the meat also appeared undercooked. The texture issues were already present before I left the restaurant, even after I gently reheated the dish at home. Overall, the dish fell well below what I would expect. Another issue from this visit was the inconsistency with takeout service. In my recent experiences over the past couple of weeks, utensils are rarely offered unless specifically asked for, and in most cases not mentioned at all during pickup. It feels like an oversight in the pickup process that should be more consistently handled, either by including utensils automatically or at least asking the customer. Considering everything from this experience, it's unlikely I'll be ordering the Lomo Saltado again. read more
9 days ago
Our party of eight celebrated a friends' engagement here, and despite a rocky start, things worked out in the end. Although we made a reservation, we were seated half an hour late and not initially together. Six of us were at the main table, and two had to wait for the neighboring table to finish before joining. To make up for this inconvenience, they waived the outside dessert fee for our cake and gave the couple a passionfruit margarita on the house. For drinks, the sangria and lycheemelon cocktails were nice and not too sweet. The mixto clasico ceviche and ceviche Limon were delicious! The fish were tender, fresh, and high quality, and the sauces had the right balance of acid. The empanadas were crispy on the outside, not too greasy, and filled with hot, oozy fillings. The whole rotisserie chicken was decent although the breast meat was a tad dry and needed the aji amarillo sauce. The arroz con mariscos is a must! The seafood variety was cooked perfectly, and the rice was so flavorful. I wouldn't recommend the pork belly chaufa though because the pork belly was tough and dry. Overall, Limon is still my favorite Peruvian restaurant in the Bay, but I like the Mountain View location better. read more
Fabulous from top to bottom. Service was top end and the ceviche, empanadas, flat iron steak, and chicken were sound and delicious. The place can get a little loud so keep that in mind if you are looking for a place that is more reserved. It's has a good atmosphere here! read more
2 months ago
This place never fails to amaze me. The food is always on point, the atmosphere is chill and the service is great. Came here to enjoy with a friend and Felipe took GREAT care of us. He was awesome, ask for him when you're here! Ordered ceviche pica rico and the limo saltado. SO good! All the waiters and busers are great. You won't be disappointed coming here! read more
I fell in love with lomo saltado and ceviche through Limon. The pungent flavors are irresistible. You do have to order a side of taro chips for the ceviche, but that seems to be the norm everywhere else. Although I do feel as though they have been skimping on the steak quantity over the years. I also really enjoy their pork belly chaufa, which is basically pork belly fried rice. A bit unorthodox with the rest of the food selection, but I like their truffle mac and cheese as well. On the other hand, I didn't love their empanadas as I found them to be a bit dry. Service is normally on the slower side, but it is an extremely bustling restaurant. Definitely make sure you make a reservation before coming! read more
11 months ago
Came here on a Sunday night with a 5:30 reservation and was seated right away. The service was attentive, and the staff were very friendly! We ordered the Picante de Mariscos and Arroz con Mariscos, both were absolutely delicious. The seafood was cooked perfectly, and each dish was full of flavor. We sat outside, which was a great choice, especially because we had our dog with us. The heaters next to the tables not only kept us warm but also added a cozy and inviting atmosphere. Overall, I'd highly recommend this spot if you're in Burlingame and looking for a great place to eat! read more
3 months ago
LIMON never disappoints -- the food is consistently excellent, and the service is always attentive and friendly. The vibe is relaxed and casual, perfect for a low-key night out. read more
1 year ago
Super yum we ordered both the seafood, steak platter, paella, and steak and fries. Everything was delicious and super filling. The service was speedy and the ambiance was nice. The interior had a projector and the decor was beautiful. Everything was great, I'd definitely come back. read more
Always busy and a little noisy but good energy, friendly waitstaff. We always get the roasted chicken with comes with 2 sides, veggies and French fries are our go to. Another favorite is the cauliflower which is really good. We saw so many people ordering the ceviche that we had to try it. It was great. We also tried the fish which had a lot of stuff in it. Not sure I would order it again though great bar any drink you want they have. read more
2 months ago
Great food been here couple of times good drinks great seafood, nice atmosphere real good lomo saltado read more
3 months ago
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Can the veggie options be made allium-free (no onion, no garlic)?
Whether or not veggie options can be made allium-free (no onion, no garlic) largely depends on the specific restaurant or the dish in question. Many restaurants are willing to accommodate dietary restrictions or preferences, including removing or…
Is there a public parking nearby?
There is a commuter train station by it so you might be able to park there otherwise I'm not quite sure
Do they still have happy hour?
Are there any gluten free options?
Their rotisserie chicken with rice should be gluten free! Just ask for no sauce. I would double check with the restaurant to make sure.
Why are they closed with plastic everywhere?
Which location is ideal for a party of 10? Do they all have 4% surcharge?
Do they take reservations? The phone number leads to an automated system that doesn't work when I press the keys they specify so I'm not sure how to reach them?
They do take reservations over the phone. There's also a waitlist for day of here on Yelp. I would try calling them again during non-busy hours (after lunch/before dinner) and try any of the automated key options that should immediately reach them…
Do you recommend making reservations or even accept reservations?
No, because they might just cancel your reservations last minute like they did for my family on Mother's Day.
Are you not on opentable any longer?
Hello, we are no longer on OpenTable. Thank you very much for your support.
Do they have a dessert menu?
Yes, they do - four deserts and few desert wines. Look under the menu photos on yelp - there are few pictures of a small desert menu. I am pretty sure it doesn't change much - it was the same few times I went.
Is the entire menu available to order for lunch? Or just the lunch specials? Thanks.
Our entire menu is available for lunch & dinner! We just have lunch specials that are available as well during lunch!
Are walk ins welcome? Or do I need to make reservations?
Yes, walk ins are welcome
Do you have to make a reservation?
Not generally. In their South Van Ness space they have a huge area downstairs with a whole other bar.
What is your phone number? I call what's provided and get a "disconnected" response
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