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    Limón

    4.2 (1.2k reviews)
    Open 11:30 am - 9:30 pm
    Updated 1 week ago

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    Catherine H.

    Every dish here is super flavorful and perfectly seasoned! The portions are also shareable. My favorite was definitely the Lomo Saltado, but my boyfriend really enjoyed the Arroz con Mariscos! The drinks were delicious as well. I love the ambience and presentation of all the food and drinks here. Everything is very aesthetic! There's also a parking garage next to the restaurant.

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    Luna M.

    There are only a few moments in life where you celebrate a big event at a restaurant, and I wanted mine to be special. Having grown up in Mountain View, I chose Limón to ask my bridesmaids to be part of my wedding. I called on August 2 to confirm my reservation and explained the situation to the woman I spoke with, letting her know everything needed to be set up by 7 PM. The week of August 9, I called again a couple more times and spoke with Limon to confirm the reservation, moving the time up to 6:45 so I'd have room to set up boxes on the table beforehand. When I arrived, none of that had been done my table wasn't set up. The host smirked when I explained the situation, and the manager told me I was late, even though I'd been waiting in a line at the host stand the whole time. That was genuinely disappointing, especially since I've eaten at Limón several times before and the service was never anything like this. Our server, Michael, was great but the restaurant itself never made an effort to fix things. We asked three separate times for the mac & cheese to be brought out, and it kept arriving late. On top of that, the manager kept making comments guessing who the maid of honor was and assuming my nephew was the ring bearer and my niece the flower girl. If you're celebrating something special, I wouldn't recommend celebrating it here, it will get overshadowed. Despite being a repeat customer and spending over $600 on my bridal dinner, I won't be back and I've been coming here for years so truly disappointed.

    Beef tongue (i think)
    Tammy Y.

    Came here for my moms birthday and overall it was good but we were put off by how long we had to wait. We had a reservation at 6:30 on a tuesday night and we werent seated until 7:20pm after we asked the staff multiple times about our table. Their apology was to compensate us one dessert (for our party of 6) which felt a little underwhelming given that we were there for my mom's birthday anyways and most restaurants will offer some sort of free dessert for birthdays anyways. For everyone's birthday, staff will come over and sing though which is nice For the actual food, its good but as many reviews point out, some of the food is heavy on the salt so if you're sensitive, ask for less salt when you order. We got: - fried rice/Crispy Pork Belly Chaufa ($28): good with lots of meat but little salty - ceviche pescado clasico ($24): traditional and good, taro chips that come with it are nice - tuna bites: little disappointing, the rice wasnt as crispy as we were hoping - Empanada sampler ($24 for 4): pretty tasty and nice to share but nothing crazy special and a bit pricey when you think about it - Arroz con Mariscos ($36): peruvian version of seafood paella, they dont skimp on the seafood which is nice, one of our favorites - another seafood entree: cant remember the name but it was also loaded with seafood and tasty - beef tongue: also cant find this on the online menu but it was good - dessert - mango panna cotta: very tasty. Not too sweet

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    Sam R.

    First time dining at Limón and it was a pretty good experience. I will say the restaurant was very crowded when we went and I'm glad that I opted to make a reservation for dinner. The ambiance at Limón was quite lively and the decor of the restaurant is nice and colorful, with some vivid, modern touches. The menu has several options for appetizers, entrees, and desserts. My friend and I opted to share a few small plates, and we still had trouble finishing the items we ordered. We got a shrimp appetizer with taro chips, plantains, and fried chicken with french fries dish. Each dish was made well, my friend and I both enjoyed the shrimp appetizer and taro chips. The fried chicken was a bit dry, but the fries were tasty and drizzled with a flavorful sauce and parmesan cheese. I was curious about trying dessert, but we were too full and decided to skip it. They also have an extensive drink menu, with a good selection of cocktails, mocktails, and other beverages. Service was alright but could be improved. The spot where they seated us seemed to be easily overlooked, so that could be another reason for the mediocre service. While I was able to check in with the host and get seated soon after, it took a while for anyone to fill our water and take our orders. However, customer service was more attentive towards the second half of our meal. The staff checked in consistently and filled up our waters on a few occasions. Overall, it was a good dining experience with some room for improvement. I'm curious to return and try other menu items or visit a different location. Possibly recommend stopping by Limón for a meal.

    Arroz con Mariscos
    Jonah B.

    This was my first time trying Peruvian food and I was blown away. Every dish was perfect for sharing and was full of flavor. I can't pick a favorite between the Crispy Pork Belly Chaufa and the Arroz con Mariscos because both were out of this world. This place is pricey but it's reasonable for the portion sizes and area. I'll definitely be coming here for special occasions!

    Cat H.

    We had an absolutely fabulous business lunch at Limin. We ordered grilled octopus, fried seafood, salad, crispy chicken, and a beef sushi. We ended with a chocolate lava cake type dessert. Everything was excellent. Service was fast and friendly. Parking was easy. I will definitely be back for dinner. The vibe was fun and festive.

    Ribeye steak
    Nancy L.

    We cane here for dinner since they are always very busy. We didn't have a reservation but we were early enough (5:30) to get a table. We started with the fried cauliflower... they had a nice crunchy shell and the cauliflower was not mushy. My boy friend had the roast chicken and he thought was very good. Very flavorful and tender. I had the rib eye steak and love the seasoning and taste of the steak. It aiso came with chimichurri sauce that is very good. Overall a nice place to dine. I definitely would go back to try other items.

    Arroz Con Mariscos aka Seafood Paella at Limon Mountain View
    Danny K.

    In the search for a local restaurant with paella, Limón came up as a possibility. A well-regarded Peruvian restaurant that I had not yet been to. There were a dozen people waiting outside to be seated. Indoors by the hostess stand, there was a line formed to check in. It was packed and loud. We requested an outdoor patio table. The waitress was friendly but it was difficult to get her attention at times because there were a lot of expectant tables. Even with a reservation, it took about 20 minutes before we were seated. The patio outside was a bit chilly with a cool breeze flowing down Castro as the evening began to set. The heat lamp wasn't doing much. In looking through the menu, the paella was called Arroz Con Mariscos, literally "rice with seafood". We also ordered the Lengua, three sauced strips of tender beef tongue draped over a bed of puréed potato. It was bursting with flavor and I savored each bite. I tried the Lychee Sour and the Bomba Del Amor, a sweet tropical vodka cocktail. The paella was top notch, crunchy pan roasted rice simmered with reduced broth served with prawns and clams in half shells. The Mixto Clásico Ceviche didn't leave much of an impression on me, to be honest. I could have done without it. I would like to come back to try dishes that are more traditional Peruvian, such as Lomo Soltado and Empanadas. The quality of the dishes is evident, but it gets very crowded so be prepared.

    Lomo Saltado ($34)
    Wendi K.

    This is a Peruvian spot in downtown Mountain View and it's so good! We sat at the bar and got a drinks and shared the following: Ceviche Limón ($36) - this was so beautiful and fresh Lomo Saltado ($34) - this was also really good! The interior is beautiful and stylish, and the staff are warm and friendly.

    Trio ceviche (I'd get fish only next time)
    Mary K.

    One of the best ceviches I've ever had. I like really citrusy/limey ceviche and this was exactly that. We got the trio ganador (basically 3 types of ceviche) but we got the mixed version which added shrimp and squid for a total of $44 but honestly -- I would just get the fish only. The fish they used is red snapper and it was so fresh, so citrusy. My only complaint is that the chunks of fish are very large so I ended up cutting them into smaller chunks and then chucking the fish back into the bowls. -Lomo Saltado $34 (3.5/5) it tasted more like salt if anything. The beef was a little tough. The fries were cooked nicely though. Despite all of that, I wouldn't get this again because of the toughness of the beef. -Flat Iron Steak $34 (5/5) so good. Definitely would get this again especially with the mashed sweet potato and charred onion bulb on top. The chimichurri sauce was so fragrant and seasoned well. Especially for the price-- would get this over lomo saltado forsure. The steak was seasoned well and tender. Service was a little slow and it was tough to flag down any help, but overall the food makes up for it.

    Graciela G.

    Went to Limon for the first time last week and was quite impressed by both the aesthetic and the food. We made a reservation for three on Memorial Day, and although it was very busy, we were seated quickly. The interior was gorgeous, it was the perfect balance of elegant and inviting. I would honestly come back just to sit at the bar. We started with drinks, and I tried a passion fruit pisco sour for the first time. It definitely packed a punch and was tart in the best way. We skipped the appetizers and went straight to our entrées. For my main course, I ordered the pollo saltado. The chicken was flavorful, and the soy sauce was very present without being overpowering. The only downside was that the fries weren't as crispy as I would have liked. If they had been, they would have added a much-needed contrast in texture. Overall, I'd give it a solid 7/10. The flavors were there, but it wasn't quite memorable enough to make me want to order it again. But I would definitely come back and try some of the other dishes on the menu.

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    Elsie H.

    Second time visiting Limón, and it's still a solid spot! Arroz con Mariscos: Always delicious. The rice is so flavorful and packed with fresh seafood. A must-order. Lengua: Just as amazing as my first visit. Perfectly grilled, incredibly tender, and melts in your mouth. Chicken: Just so-so. Nothing special compared to the other dishes. Tres Leches: Really good! Perfectly moist, not dry at all, and thankfully not overly sweet.

    Pork Belly fried rice
    Noesh H.

    We had an excellent dining experience at Limón. The food was impeccable, as were the cocktails. It's a very lively restaurant, especially on the weekends. Everything we ordered was great. I can highly recommend the: pork belly fried rice, lomo saltado, ceviche, and the camarones. All excellent options.

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    Is the prix fixe menu price per person? or $60 is for two people?

    per person

    Is there happy hour?

    Yes it's from Monday - Friday 3-6pm Valencia's Happy Hours are Friday - Saturday | 9 PM to closing.

    Do they have options for vegetarians?

    Yes. They have Brussels sprouts.

    What is your corkage fee? thanks

    Hello, the corkage fee is $25 per bottle, max 2 bottles and $50 per magnum, only one. Thank you so… 

    Do they have a kids menu?

    I don't believe they do. I would ask the waiter for suggestions.

    Does the aji sauce have mayo?

    The aji amarillo sauce contains eggs.

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