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Name: Limón Rotisserie
Address: 1001 S Van Ness Ave, San Francisco, CA, 94110
Telephone: (415) 821-2134
Price range: Under $11
Rating: 3.88

Limón Rotisserie

1001 S Van Ness Ave, San Francisco, CA, 94110

(415) 821-2134
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Limón Rotisserie Menu

Small Cold Plates

Cevicheria

Leche Tigre Cocktail

Ceviche Mixto

Ceviche De Pescado Y Camaron

Ceviche De Pescado

Tartara De Tuna

Ensalada Rusa

Ensalada Mixta
Small Hot Plates

lomito Saltado

Jalea

Anticuchos De Res

Agujadito De Pollo

Chicharron De Pollo

Seco De Costillas

Carne A La Parilla

Truffle Mac & Cheese
Empanadas

Carne

Pollo

Veggie
Pollo A La Brasa

Pollo A Las Brasa
Sides

Yuca Fries

Arroz

Tacu-tacu

Vegetales Salteados

Ensalada

Sweet Potato Fries

Papas Fritas
Desserts

Chocolate Bandido

Profiteroles

Panna Cotta De Mango

Healthy Meal suggestions for Limón Rotisserie

Small Cold Plates

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Small Hot Plates

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Empanadas

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Pollo [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

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Pollo A La Brasa

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Sides

Yuca Fries [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Arroz [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Tacu-tacu [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Vegetales Salteados [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Ensalada [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

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Desserts

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Profiteroles [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Panna Cotta De Mango [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

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Margaux M.

I don't know how they ended up with an average of 4 stars... Food is not bad but not incredible either. Don't get the Sangria Price is excessive for the food, the setting or the service. It seriously is a RIPOFF. There are so many good restaurants in SF, so just avoid this one.
(2)
Vish E.

Amazing Rotisserie Chicken, Cocktails, Sweet Potato Fries, Ceviche !
(5)
Vivian W.

Omg the portions here are so small yet so expensive. We ordered the ceviche, tuna tartar, and sweet potato fries. The fries were good, but I don't think the other food was worth the $$.
(3)
Angela C.

Came here on sat for my husband's birthday. It was a group of 8 and the food was delicious. It took a few reminders for us to be seated however the hostess seemed very overwhelmed. It was Easter weekend so it was crazy. Our group ordered pretty much everything on the menu and it was all so good. The chicken, lomito, yuca fries, the fish of the day, and the mac and cheese were all yummy. And the prices were all very reasonable. We will def be coming back.
(4)
Aurora N.

I dropped in here for a quick bite on my last San Fran trip! I didn't get to sample a lot of things but I can tell you what I did have was fantastic! The ceviche de pescado and cameron was mouth watering and the yuca fries accompanied with a trio of sauces transported me to a very happy place. It was the perfect portion and tasty enough that I must return!
(4)
Claudia B.

I love this place! I've been here several times and have never been disappointed at their quality of food, service, or ambiance. Here are the foods I recommend to try (they are DELICIOUS): - Ceviche Mixto (fish, calamari & tiger shrimp) - "lomito" Saltado (traditional peruvian dish of stir-fried top sirloin strips, onions, tomato & soy sauce, served w/fries) - Yuca Fries w/their Trio Aji Sauces - Pollo a la Brasa, OF COURSE - SANGRIA!!! - Truffle Mac & Cheese Or try any other dish. They have all been really tasty!
(5)
Jacob G.

There are two complaints I have about Limon. The first is that the service isn't very well. We came to join some friends here. We had made a reservation to meet. Our friends were already there, but we didn't know that since there were two levels. The host didn't even know we had a reservation and were made to wait. We finally noticed our friends and joined them. The food was good but if you don't like food with many things mixed in, then this isn't for you. Also there aren't a lot of food options in general.
(2)
Shannon L.

I didn't have a great experience at the Valencia location because most of the things we ordered were not good, at all. As a refresher, do not get the chicharron de pollo, lomito saltado, or the ensalada mixta. This time was definitely better but not outstanding. We got the rotisserie chicken and the white meat was preferred over the dark meat and the skin is pretty salty so don't eat a lot at once. The accompanying sauces were good, especially the one that's similar to chimichurri or is it chimichurri? I also enjoyed the braised beef (you sort of need rice), beet salad, and sweet potato fries. I wasn't a fan of the vegetable side because tasted like Chinese stir fry. Funny that soy sauce is a common component. We got the empanadas which I noticed went up in price by $1 to $8.95. Pretty pricey for two small pieces. I tried the beef empanada but didn't notice the raisins in it even though the menu stated that there were some inside. We sat downstairs and the acoustics are LOUD. It almost reached the level where it hurt my ears so if you can, request upstairs. It looks and feels a lot better.
(3)
Amber H.

I like this place. It's a great place to grab a few small plates and a drink with a friend . I enjoyed the flavors from all the dishes I tried. The tuna tartar was probably my favorite and the shrimp cocktail had a nice acidity with enough of a kick. The boneless short rib stew was good as well . I wasn't that crazy about the chicken but the sauce that came with it made it good. Overall I'll definitely come back. One thing I thought was weird though. Half the waiters were really nice and the others seemed like they would be some where else .
(4)
Chris L.

Our friend was craving Peruvian and that's what we had. Limon is casual, but very nice which is what we were looking for and everything was so tasty and delicious. It helped that my Old Fashioned cocktail was really strong. So strong that I had my friend Monyrith recap 3 of the dishes: Half Rotisserie Chicken - the chicken was some of the most tender chicken I've had. It was pricey, but there is a price to pay for non dry chicken breast. At $20 for the half, it was probably worth it. Yuca fries - people would say gnocchi are clouds, but the best clouds I've ever had were these yucca fries. The fried pillow cases that enveloped it combined with the variety of sauces they offered made this side dish a real star. Arroz con Mariscos - the big disappointment was this paella - somehow it smelled like kraft mac and cheese. Yes, the seafood was cooked properly, the rice tender, but one just couldn't help but feel like you were eating a $1.00 box of mac and cheese with seafood tossed in. It was truly, as some may call it, ghetto fab. Tacu-Tacu - Unique and worth trying "Lomito" Saltado - Standard affair, but delicious! Carne Empanada - Comes in 2 - delicious Pollo Emanada - Comes in 2 - delicious Chicharron de Pollo - Tough to eat, pass We ordered a feast for four people, but it was well worth it!
(5)
Patrick A.

Great food. Get the empanadas. I got the steak and my lady got the chicken. I realized there's definitely a minimum wait time for desert and they exceeded it. I set the personal minimum at 12 minutes. The alarm bells start sounding at around the 10 minute mark. Desert in general is a hard sell. I guess it depends on how often you eat out; we eat out enough for desert typically to never be an option. Two reasons. One, it makes the meal a little bit more expensive; tacks on anywhere between 6-16 extra bucks. Two, time. Who's got the time for desert? That's at least another half hour; I hope I did something fun last weekend cause I'm runnin out of things to talk about; this desert better be good, is all I'm thinking. It's too hard. All that momentum from a great dinner, rolling right into a what you know is going to be a great dulche l de leche, but bam! Ground to a halt; this is taking too long. I can't have a long gap between a great meal and a desert otherwise I start regretting my decisions. The longer the wait, the more likely Imma flag down the waiter and say hey buddy cancel it. At about minute 15 the waiter came by to tell us there was a mixup with the desert order. Fuckin a. Seriously dang. I can't say anything because ultimately dining to me is performance art; I don't want to interrupt the show but dang, this third act is killing me. We ended up waiting about 20 minutes for desert. I wanna say it was worth it but the cost/benefit time-is-money calculator in my head just won't let me. I mean if I told you a desert was gonna take 3 hours to make you'd prolly be thinking well shit either this is the best desert of all time or I'm about to waste three hours; it's hard to imagine when the latter wouldn't be the case. The Mango desert was very good as was the dulce de leche things. Delectable is a word I use infrequently and enjoy saying and would use to describe both deserts. Lot of action. Tons of people coming and going and moving around and being sat. Fast-moving servers and hostesses. Good atmosphere and good food.
(4)
Isis A.

I just left a review for the other location and felt compelled to leave one for this location as well since I have had nothing but positive experiences at either location. 5 stars for food: This place has the best rotisserie chicken I've ever had and the salad + veggies are delicious. 5 stars for service: This place can get busy, but they've always delivered my food EXTREMELY fast and every time I'm pleasantly surprised. I have never been even slightly disappointed here and will continue coming back when I'm in the area.
(5)
Jasmine C.

First timer trying Peruvian cuisine and was really good, love the chickens, the skirt steak and their trio sauces. Will return someday and try something new.
(4)
Juan C.

I try not to give too many 1 stars because I do not wanna hurt businesses, but my god. I think out of all of the places I have reviewed, this is by far the worst piece of garbage. Not even the prices (which are outrageous in my opinion), but the quality, and how little they offer. It takes a very certain type of person to be into this stuff. I WILL NEVER EVER COME BACK, no matter who would want to go. Put it this way, it could be a make-a-wish request and I wouldn't go back, that's how nasty the "food" was. Save your money please.
(1)
Luby H.

I am not sure what there isn't to like about Limon Rotisserie, as this is probably one of the better Peruvian restaurants that I've had in the bay area. THUMBS UP! I actually ended up coming here consecutively for two days due to the fact that we had a company holiday outing here and then a friend's birthday dinner the next day. I typically don't like eating the same things in such short gap, but I was actually okay with going to Limon 2 days in a row. The place itself had 2 floors, making it a great place for bigger outings or birthday dinners, and reservations are recommended. The service here was great both days, as the servers were extremely friendly and went out of their way to make things happen for us. What we ordered (ranked from most to least favorite) 1) Truffle Mac & Cheese: LimÃ³n's signature creamy truffle infused macaroni & cheese 2) Lomito Saltado: A traditional Peruvian dish of stir-fried sirloin strips, onions, tomato, soy sauce, & french fries 3) Pollo a la Brasa: LimÃ³n's famous marinated free-range rotisserie chicken is slowly roasted over open flame. All portions come with 2 sides of your choice and "Aji" sauces 4) Ceviche Mixto: Fish, calamari & tiger shrimp 5) Yuca Fries (select this as a side with the Pollo a la Brasa) 6) Seco de Costillas: Braised boneless beef short ribs with huacatay-cilantro broth, potatoes, carrots, English peas 7) Carne Empanada: Hand-cut top sirloin, sauteed onions, hard boiled eggs, olives & raisins 8) Arroz con Mariscos: Peruvian style paella made with saffron rice, mixture of seafood, aji amarillo pimento sauce 9) Lengua a la Parilla: Marinated & grilled beef tongue, baby yukon mashed potatoes, Aji Panca sauce The Truffle Mac & Cheese here is one of the best truffle infused dishes that I've ever tasted, and the Lomito Saltado and Pollo a la Brasa were delicious, but the meat tenderness was inconsistent in the two days I was here. The beef in Lomito Saltado tends to be a little tough, while the chicken was a little more dry on the second day of my visit. Everything ranked #6 and below on my list was a little too salty for my taste, and a little disappointing. However, you can definitely order more sides to level out the saltiness such as rice & beans, or vegetables. As for beverages, for non-alcoholic drinkers, I highly recommend the mango lemonade. Its different and delicious, and the best part is, it has 100% of Vitamin C! I highly recommend this restaurant for anyone that hasn't been here before! Great vibe, service, menu, and price tag! Although this is not yet on par with Mario Peruvian's in LA, it is a great substitute for now! Note: Street parking was extremely hard to find around here, so be prepared!
(4)
Janet T.

This Peruvian restaurant is AMAZING! Located near 21st/South Van Ness in the city. Had 6:00 reservations last night with my friends (houseguests). We sat upstairs. Modern decor, Nice & dark ambience. For app we each ordered the cerviche mixto (fish, calamari & shrimp), that was the BOMB.COM. Yummmmm Forgot to mention, we also ordered Sangria (one of the better Sangrias I've tasted). For our mains, we each ordered Limons famous Half order (4pcs) Dark meat Chicken, roasted over open flame. It was FABULOUS! Crispy skin, very moist & tasty. We just LOVED it! Comes with 3 dipping sauces. But you don't really need them. The chicken is THAT good on its own. Comes with two side dishes of choice. We has the Tacu-tacu (rice & beans) which was really good and the yuca fries & they were perfectly skinny & crispy. For dessert we got the Warm Bandido, which is warm chocolate cake. Service was excellent. Waiter was friendly but not overly. Excellent delivery of the plates, timely & hot. Limon is very affordable & pretty unique. Can't wait to come back! I really think Limon is in my Top 5 Restaurants.
(5)
Heejin L.

The dishes were salty. Believe me, I love salt but there was too much salt in the arroz con mariscos (rice with shrimp). This dish is similar to the Spanish paella in taste but too salty. The mussel tasted wrong. The ceviche mixto was salty as well and really tangy. The lomito saltado was skimpy on the french fries and the chunks of meat were big. Not to mentuon that the dish was also a tad on the salty side as well. Weirdly, they had truffle mac n cheese. It's their sugnature dish. This wasn't salty and was probably the best thing I had there. The mango panna cotta was good. The slices of mango weren't ripe but sour, though. They have a tv and bar seating as well.
(3)
Tawana W.

Service: We arrived at noon when they were opening with a party of 5. We were seated immediately and graciously by the hostess. Our server was also very good. Atmosphere: Since we were relatively the only people in the restaurant originally I have no opinion here. Food: The food was okay. We ordered a whole chicken which was very juicy but extremely over salted in my opinion. The Yucca fries were good but again over salted. The Tacu tacu (rice & beans) was very good. The truffle mac & cheese was good but not great but even better it help cut some of the other over salty items.
(3)
Eric L.

Looking for a nice restaurant perfect for both groups and small parties? This is the place to be. Peruvian food done right, with excellent selections and big plates to truly fill the palate. As a group of 8, this was perfect for the family style servings. Tonight we had four different dishes. The Ceviche Mixto, lomito solado, the beef short ribs, and the rotisserie chicken. The big stand out to me personally was the ceviche. I'm a sucker for good fish and this ceviche was done right. The sour profiles from the lime does not overwhelm the flavor of the fish. Very accommodating and friendly service, willing to do whatever it takes to get you the service you need. Stop by if you can.
(5)
Linh V.

Birthday dinner reservations for 17 on a Saturday night at 8pm led to a dinner at 9pm, all because another party with lots of babies was being selfish and refused to leave when they were finished. The restaurant is tiny so we had no choice but to wait outside for an hour. Thankfully, we were having odd warm November weather. The hostess was also very apologetic for the inconvenience and offered to speak with the manager about comping us for some drinks. When we were finally seated, we all ordered the $32 prix fixe menu, which provided us with more food than we needed. Luckily we had some human garbage disposals that came in handy. The food was very good and everyone was very satisfied. There was ceviche, fried chicken skin, beet salad, rotisserie chicken, and fries. I might be missing a dish or two. After the birthday candles were blown out, the bill came, and we found out that none of our pitchers of sangria were actually comped so we had to talk to the manager about it, who ended up coming 2 of 6 of the pitchers. Not bad I guess but an hour wait for 17 people deserve more than that, IMO. Though I do have to admit that the wait was not entirely the restaurant's fault. All that matters is everyone had a jolly good time and were jolly fat after the dinner, which equates to a success in my book!
(4)
Chiara M.

Love Limon. This is one of my favorite place to go. Food is consistent, service is good and drinks are always on point. I just wished they did brunch..
(4)
Monica M.

What can I Say? After a long day exploring San Fransisco we took public transit to Try some tasty Peruvian Food. My family is from Peru so it's a custom of mine to try Peruvian food in other cities. It was very busy when my bf and I arrived however the service was great, waiters were male and very attentive. The food was delicious! I ordered ceviche mixto it tasted just like my great grandmas ceviche which was a huge plus! The best I've ever had! Very authentic while my bf stuck to his usual Lomo Saltado. Both of our taste buds were satisfied however the portions were very small :( I know this is a gourmet restaurant but even when you are in Peru the servings are full size servings. If you are Peruvian or know of Peruvain food well you know we aim to be both satisfied an Full! I give them 3 stars because of the portions
(3)
Nancy T.

The whole chicken is yummy, and I like the cocktails. Good choice for large groups and special occasions.
(5)
Monica M.

I had the lengua with mashed potatoes Pros: YUM! the lengua and mashed potatoes were so tender, flavorful, and filling. The plate was properly garnished and appetizing. Try it Available seating Friendly attentive waiters They leave you with the water so you don't have to constantly call them to refill. Clean Lots of delish dishes that are filling Bang for your buck. Affordable for a nice dinner for two. Def a nice place to take a date and not look like a cheap bastard lol. Cons: Kinda too noisy. It was hard to have a conversation. BUT none of that really matters if you're there for the delicious food! Street parking
(4)
Megan B.

I was highly unimpressed with our experience at Limon yesterday. I've been to the one on Valencia, and I loved the experience... this one, not so much. To be fair, we came on a Friday night at 7:30, and we were stoked to be seated right away. Unfortunately, we were seated in the low ceilinged downstairs dungeon (I mean basement?), which was UNBELIEVABLY loud. My friend and I had to shout across the table, leaning in to hear each other in the noise. The food itself was fine, nothing special. We had the signature roast chicken, veggies, and yuca fries. The chicken was honestly a bit soggy, like it had been cooked a little too long. The seasoning was better than a Whole Foods chicken, but the execution wasn't... and that should tell you something. Our drinks were good (pisco sour and the "Sneaky Limon"), but they took a long time to come. We had to ask for water four times, the first of which was when we ordered, before some kind soul finally brought it toward the tail end of our meal. Perhaps it was just an off experience, but I doubt I'll ever come back to this Limon.
(2)
James N.

Ordered: half chicken; tacu tacu (sauteed rice & beans); camote frito; "lomito" saltado; chicharron de pollo; seco de costillas; Pisco sour; Maracuya sour What to get: chicken; "lomito" saltado; seco de costillas; Pisco sour It's surprising how much more room this place has downstairs. Make sure that you do make a reservation. They also have a bar area if you want to wait there. Alright, let's get straight to the food: Sours: marked as a Peruvia signature, so had to get that. If you prefer something much more sour, choose the Maracuya over the Pisco. Both incorporate egg whites for the frothiness. The sours actually didn't detract from the other flavors. Chicken: we got half, since we wanted to try many of the other dishes. The chicken is moist w/ a nice braised skin. Get sides to eat w/ it. We did the camote frito (sweet potato fries) and the arroz (rice). The sweet potato fries were pretty standard. I wasn't expecting this, but the rice is stuck together. You don't really get much of that granular texture, which oddly worked with the chicken. "Lomito" saltado: haha, so when we ate this, we almost thought it was of Asian origins. There is soy sauce in there and it's really apparent. Fun fact, there is a substantial Chinese population in Peru to the point that a culinary style evolved from that fusion, known as Chifa. I really enjoyed this dish as the sirloin strips were really tender. Eat the fries fast before it starts soaking up much of the soy sauce, which may lead to a salty bite. Nevertheless, it's still not too salty. At a point, I found myself just eating the onions, since I really liked the sauce. Chicharron de pollo: you would think I would be tired of chicken. This is marinated in soy sauce, which I didn't taste as much, but that may be because the flavors from the "lomito" just overwhelmed this dish relatively. The crispy chicken still maintained a soft interior. This dish added a nice change in texture, but I doubt I would get it again. It was alright compared to the other ones. Seco de costillas: this dish reminded me of the innards of a sandwich from SanguchÃ³n (a Peruvian food truck in SF), but this definitely was really good. That braised beef you could pick away with a fork. It just melts and falls apart nicely in your mouth.
(4)
Claudia O.

The food was delicious, and you can watch the Copa America's soccer game, but we had a terrible experience with a waiter who told us we had to leave soon because he had other reservations! We paid a large bill, and he was very rude! Won't come again!
(3)
Christopher N.

Was here last night, second time back to Limon and it definitely stands out as a top top Peruvian joint in SF. The Rotisserie chicken is to die for and definitely a must have if its your first time, same for the sweet potato fries. Mac n cheese was a bit light on the truffle, otherwise had an awesome freshness to it. Love the decor and feel at this place, wouldn't mind coming and just hanging out at the bar.
(4)
YÃ©va M.

It's a good place! Small dining area but very good service. Their specialty is chicken, lomito saltado is okay :) the only thing is chicha morada ( special Peruvian drink made of black Corn) if you are looking for a quality chicha morada, don't order it from here as it comes in a bottle and is just average. Good yuca and tacu though.
(4)
Yeraldine S.

After spending most of my day in The Haight area, I was starving and wanted plenty of food. I had this restaurant bookmarked and decided I would head to the Mission area. The place was cute, clean, and had plenty seating available. We were seated right away and I started off with their LÃmon Punch cocktail-delicious and strong. I ordered the Polla a La Brasa- half chicken (And I wasn't sharing!) it comes with 2 sides so I went with the yuca fries and rice of course. It comes with 3 Aji sauces. All three were equally amazing and went perfect with the chicken-which was flavored and cooked just right. My friend was trying to be sneaky during dinner and steal my chicken and sauce. I think she was jealous because she went with the empanadas and it only came with 2. The prices are reasonable considering the portion/sides you get. Okay I'm not done, we had dessert and it blew my mind. I had the chocolate bandido- warm chocolate cake with chocolate sauce and vanilla cream anglaise. It was topped with some kind of cookie. My friend had the Profiteroles Puff Pastry filled with pastry cream, served over Vanilla cream anglaise cream, drizzled with chocolate sauce & candied walnuts. She loved it so much, it's one of the highlights of our trip. The place started filling up quickly but it didn't excuse our two different waiters from disappearing throughout the night. We waited too long to get the dessert menu and even longer to get our check.
(4)
Roy Z.

Fantastic chicken and aji sauces. We ordered the half chicken. The white meat (breast) is moist and tender. The dark parts are juicy and flavorful. The skin has a wonderful texture. Love the ceviche and empanadas.
(5)
Elizabeth S.

Peruvian goodness is what this place is made of. It was super busy on a Friday night, and we waited a bit despite making reservations for our party of 7 at 8 o'clock. Eventually, we were herded down to the basement area of the restaurant with another full bar where it was extremely loud. The atmosphere was full of vibrance, party and laughter- definitely several decibels higher than the upstairs seating area. They were so busy and seemed to need some help with the service. So it was slow at times. Several times, they came back to the table and forgot our drinks. We were left with no water and nothing but heaps of empty dishes. Until several of us turned our attention away from the table, they started hustling with the water, filling our drink orders finally and bussing dishes. If it weren't for the friendly servers and the excellent food, I would have definitely dinged this place down another star. The service could use improvement. We ordered some soft, flavorful, juicy rotisserie chicken initially and ended up ordering more totalling a chicken and a half. The ceviche was fresh with a bit of that sweet potato and big kernels of corn- very tart with the lime. The yucca fries were just that- good and had some great dipping sauces to go with it including a nice cilantro chimichurri. The Lomito Saltado was stir-fried juicy sirloin strips cooked to perfection with onions, tomato, soy sauce and a side of fries. We got a version of this with just veggies too- also very good and full of rich flavors. We also got empanadas. I can't remember which one. They were okay- better for dipping. The truffle mac & cheese was to die for. We ended up ordering 4 plates of that. I think each person would have liked to have their own though! Overall, it was a fun, festive place to dine with a large party. Don't expect impeccable service though. Also, expect a loud party ambiance- probably not the best choice for a first date. Yes, I'd definitely come back for the food. Loud doesn't bother me!
(4)
Ronny Y.

Came here for a friends birthday. We had a reservation so we didn't have to wait. However, it seemes like most people wait 15-30 mins to be seated. The service was lackluster as no one attempted to bring us water the whole time we were looking at the menu ( even after I reminded a hostess ). It wasn't until we decided to order that we got our glass of water. I ordered a "Ceviche Mixto", "Quarter chicken, dark meat", and "Lomito Saltado" The ceviche had an alright flavor, but the seafood wasn't quite fresh. The quarter leg chicken was good because it wasn't dry. The skin wasn't too crispy and it carried a good flavor. I understand the "Lomito Saltado" was made with soysauce, but it was way too salty for my palate. It simply overpowered all the other taste in the dish. Overall, the place had a nice dark ambience. Having gone to Peru before and trying Peruvian food, the chicken was the only thing that met its standard
(3)
Megan Z.

Came here with my boyfriend a few months ago. He loves this place. Highly recommend the rotisserie chicken, it was very juicy and well seasoned. The drinks and service were also good. One thing I didn't like is that it was too noisy, couldn't hear our own conversation.
(4)
Helene K.

Food: 3.5 The half-chicken had crispy skin but tender meat with a kick of lemon and spices. The sides Ryan K. chose were ensalada and tacu tacu (sauteed rice & beans). Ensalada was basic and had barely flavorful dressing. The tacu tacu was dry and had an odd texture. I tried the yuca fries and the truffle mac & cheese. Yuca fries were chewy and fresh and went well with the sauces that came with the half-chicken. Truffle mac & cheese was ok: could have come from Panera Bread though. Dessert was delicious though: panna cotta w/mango was just the right smooth texture and right amount of tartness from the mini mango slices. Drink: 4 Divine PasiÃ³n was sweet and tart: almost tasted like plain juice with only a hint of alcohol. Pisco Sours appeared to be a hit amongst my friends. Service: 1 This was my friend's bachelorette outing. She chose this place because she had heard great things about it. We were unfortunately given a table in the back corner of the basement. The waiters basically ignored us unless one of us waved them down. Meanwhile, the tables around us got above-par service. I had to request for water twice and they didn't "remember" to bring the water until Ryan K. flagged them down. I understand that California is suffering a severe drought right now, but that didn't seem to be a problem for the other tables around us. We ended up staying until close to closing time (because of the nonexistent service) and we wanted our checks...however, where did all the waiters go? They did not seem to care about our table anymore. I understand that LimÃ³n was busy last night. However, it wasn't so busy that the waiters could ignore us as much as they did (while other tables were showered with attention). Atmosphere: 2 Way too loud to enjoy our dinner and gathering together. Many of the other tables were so incredibly obnoxious, as if they were having dinner at home or something. This was a weeknight, people. Calm down. Price: 3 For a trendy, popular restaurants, the prices were average: between $10-$15 per person depending on how many small plates you go for. Overall: 3 This is a generous rating, considering the atmosphere and the servers' poor service. Redeeming factors were some menu items and the drinks. In summary: not willing to go back again unless you give me a good reason to do so.
(3)
Eleana H.

This place was good.. I loved their ceviche although the portion size was a bit small. Although this place is also known for their chicken, I just ended up getting the ceviche. I have to say though the ceviche in Peru was definitely better, but hey that's a high standard to live up to.
(4)
Loon E.

Came here on a whim with an old buddy I hadn't seen in awhile. Wise Sons was too packed, so we decided to take a walk on over to here. He had been to one of their other locations and said the food was pretty solid and I'd had this place on my radar for awhile, so was excited to check it out. Upon entering, noticed the place had a nice and comfortable atmosphere to it. We were quickly greeted by our waiter, taken to a table and given menus. Demonstrating our strong mathematical acumen, we both decided to get an order of half chicken meal at $14.99 instead of splitting the whole chicken meal that cost $25.99 or whatever it was. Settled for a water, since I didn't want anything sweet, while my friend ordered a drink. He might as well have ordered water as well, because they never brought out his beverage and he had to literally get up and walk to the kitchen, where the employees were just mingling and laughing, to inform them. Great service! Anyways, back to the food. Their signature Pollo a la Brasa was juicy and tender as can be. The marinade had wonderful flavor, but it was a little too heavy on the salt, as was the case with everything we had here. Would've been perfect if they had lessened the sodium content. The tacu tacu was good and unique, having the rice and beans all sautÃ©ed together, but got lukewarm fast and that took away from the dish. Made a huge mistake selecting the papas fritas as my other side. They were so limp and weak, they might as well not have been fried. And, I'd bet decent money they weren't even fried that hour (mostly likely leftovers sitting around). Would like to try out some of their other locations and other stuff on the menu, so I'm sure I'll be back, but wasn't too impressed by this visit as the employees were much too lackadaisical in regards to service (even for city standards) and the food was consistently too salty.
(3)
Jeff F.

Needed a place to grab drinks and apps with a group of 8 before heading to Mission Bowl for a company event. LimÃ³n is great! Quick service and great prices make it no-brainer if you need somewhere in this area that accepts reservations. Rundown on the grub: - Mac & Cheese: I don't generally like Mac & Cheese - this was great - Ceviche Mixto: good, but pass - "Lomito" Saltado: fantastic - Tuna Tartar: perfect
(4)
Angela T.

I don't know how to start this review because honestly, I was disappointed. This has been on our "To Eat" list for more than a year. 2000+ reviews and a solid 4 stars? C'mon, it was suppose to be guaranteed deliciousness. Darn. I had one main problem with many of the dishes: really, really salty. (We ordered at least 3 or each dish, too, by the way, so it wasn't just that one.) I will now categorize everything accordingly GOOD - Truffle Mac & Cheese - Tartara de Tuna - Sweet Potato Fries - Trio Aji Sauces - Pisco Sour - Sangria SALTY - Rotisserie Chicken (Whole) - Carne Empanadas - "Lomito" Saltado (sirloin strips and fries) - Chicharron de Pollo - Arroz con Mariscos (Peruvian style paella) - Lengua a la Parilla OKAY - Yuca fries - Ceviche Mixto I intend to try this place again. I need to know if my tongue was broken that night ..or maybe the solution is to bring a bowl of white rice. Small note: it was my friend's birthday, and not that it's required by any means, but with the size of our group and the amount of food we ordered ($400+), it would have been nice to get some small complimentary dessert for the birthday boy. This wasn't a factor in my review, but just a FYI for other's going for birthdays
(3)
Lisa L.

The food here is amazing. I had the beef tongue small hot plate. The thing just melts in your mouth. Also had the chicken; the portion under the wing was oversalted (which I can see why/how it happens.) It was good, but not life changing. The yuca fries are also a must order. They even have Fever Tree club soda. They were short two staff members when I went. Even the bartender was bussing tables and such. The restaurant is sort of on the smaller side, with them being popular it's understanding that there will be a slight wait. Given the situation, the customer service was excellent. I only wished the portions were a bit bigger. The menu sort of forces you to get chicken if you want to be full... or order a ton of small plates.
(4)
Tony V.

One of the best places i hv ever had food, Food is Amazing and service is superb
(5)
Thankie S.

excellent chicken. I definitely recommend just ordering a whole chicken to go. great for two people do not order the pisco sour. it was gross. other than that, i suggest whole chicken because the portions are a bit on the smaller side. EDIT: Yes the Pisco Sour was not that good. Some background on that: too many egg whites were used, and always ask for the Pisco Porton version. I was unfortunate enough to get the hami-something one. Last, there was way too much simple syrup used in the Pisco sour. What separates a good Pisco Sour from a bad Pisco Sour is....yes, the latter part of the iconic drink's name. Most likely, Limon cheaped out and just added basic-ass sweet and sour mix instead of full lemon/lime juice. It shouldn't have been that sweet! Truly, you guys do your fantastic rotisserie chicken and lomito salteado injustice with offering a Pisco Sour national cocktail of this quality. Boo. But seriously, the food is good. And always ask for dark meat chicken. Everyone knows that dark meat is the juiciest.
(4)
Kelly T.

Just had this for dinner yesterday, and this place exceeded my expectation! I had this place bookmarked for awhile, but never really got around to it because there's so many other places I want to try too.. I mean, how special can their rotisserie chicken be right? I was wrong! Their chicken was seasoned perfectly and the sauces that accompanied it were killer! I don't think my experience would have been this great without it. Also, the sides that it came with was good too, especially the rice and beans. We also got an order of the lengua-- beef tongue. It sounds so chewy and rubbery, but from all the stellar reviews, we opted to get it. I was wrong again! It was so tender and fully seasoned.. Honestly, if you didn't tell me it was beef tongue, I would have never known! I honestly can't wait to come back and try other items here like the ceviche and empanadas. Glad I checked this one off of my bookmark list!
(4)
Tim D.

Food is delicious ... Service is iffy. Came here with my girlfriend and the waiter was very persistent we get the pitcher of sangria. Thinking it was a small pitcher reasonable for two, I agreed.. Then the dude showed up with a pitcher enough for 6 people. After that he never returned to the table besides when we asked for the check.
(3)
Krista L.

Limon is close to my house, so it's an easy pick when I'm in the mood to go out... but not to walk too far. There's a small area inside the door next to the host's station, so I often feel in the way while I wait for the host's attention. The good side effect of that is the host is usually pretty quick to move people through that crowded area and get them to their seats. Despite the entryway's diminutive size, the restaurant is larger than it appears-- they have both a street-level bar/kitchen/dining area, and a larger basement bar/dining room. The basement isn't as awful as you'd think a room without windows might be-- dark, yes, but decorated nicely-- but it can feel lonely (or private, depending how you look at it) if you're arriving on the early or super-late end of dinner service. It seems they try to put larger-party (5+) reservations and walk-ins downstairs, and smaller-party reservations only on the main floor. As for the menu, they recently updated some items which make their "Limon specials" pretty reasonable: the tuna is served in two shareable steaks, and the ribeye beef used to be a few strips of meat in a tapas-sized plate, but is now a full steak entree that I find decently portioned to share (along with another small plate to share if you're really hungry, as I was). I'm partial to any of the ceviches, but I do wish they came with the taro chips that accompany the tuna tartare. The rotisserie chicken is tasty, but (as with most rotisserie chicken) I find it a bit on the salty side.
(4)
Diego P.

I usually do not write reviews but felt compelled here Possibly the worst service ever. Just left after being seated in front of 3 other tables without even acknowledgement if we were ready, so got up and left. Complete indifference on the part of the entire staff at 4pm on a Sunday. I will never come back here!
(1)
Zoe M.

-Cocktails -Ceviche -Yucca Fries -Chef's Tiramisu I can clearly remember all this amazing stuff!
(5)
phil b.

Stopped by last night for quick dinner out (no reservation) and was quite disappointed by the greeting from the rude and inconsiderate hostess. There's nothing like a friendly greeting, a smile and welcoming atmosphere when you walk into a new place you've been wanting to try or a while. Unfortunately, this was not my experience. I was greeted with an attitude, unfriendliness and was told I could get table, but had to leave in an hour for others with reservations. - And the message was clear, I was bothering her and she was doing me a favor. It's not the message I received, it was the unprofessional an snotty delivery of it. Never got to try the food and never will. This is a place that will never make my list in the future.
(1)
Janet O.

We love Peruvian food. Our last meal of this kind was at a famous restaurant in Oregon for thanksgiving dinner. Limon is very down to earth. But their food is beyond this terrestrial experience. We ordered about four tapas style dishes. Everything was memorable but what stood out for me was the Pollo A La Brasa with a close second followed by the Ceviche Mixto. I had the Cactus Fruit Sour for my drink and finished it with Panna Cotta De Mango for dessert. The food was awesome. Service excellent. Cozy seating that some would say would prevent private conversations:) There is a basement for overflow customers. I'm coming back and there's three locations to choose in the city. So bucket list drop!
(4)
Cynthia L.

I came here just to try their famous chicken. And it was slightly underwhelming. Honestly, why is it so salty? The ceviche and paella was decent. The mango dessert was bomb. And thats all I have to say about Limon.
(3)
Racquel E.

A few of my friends have recommended Limon Rotisserie. My family had early dinner reservations and Limon wasn't too busy, but by the time we ate our dinner, the place was packed. For starters, we had the ceviche mixto of fish, calamari & tiger shrimp which was light and refreshing. For dinner, we had the whole chicken pollo a la brasa - Limo's famous marinated free-range rotisserie chicken and came with a choice of two sides, so we had the tacu-tacu (sautÃ©ed rice & beans) and the vegtales salteados. We also order a side of truffle infused mac & cheese for our daughter. The chicken was okay, and we were expecting a bit more flavor and unique spices. The sides were good, and our daughter especially loved the mac & cheese.
(3)
Priya S.

On a lovely Saturday night, before heading to see Iron Man 3, I went here with the bf and bff. What more can a gal ask for? Oh yes, that's right. Great food and a trendy ambiance. That's what Limon was to all three of us. Although Limon is classified as a tapas spot, I still view it more as a traditional Peruvian restaurant. The ambiance at the Van Ness location is very trendy, modern and seductive... it draws you in deeper and deeper into what I call the Limon trance. The service was great. And I'd give the food a resounding 4 stars - vast variety, some solid stellar dishes, some so-so dishes and a great pitcher of sangria. Here's what I recommend: 1. Rotisserie Chicken (4 stars) 2. Carne Empanadas (4 stars) 3. Truffle Mac & Cheese (3 stars) 4. Lomito Saltado (5 stars) 5: Yuca fries (4 stars) 6. Pitcher of Sangria (5 stars) Considering how appetizing everything looks on the menu, it's probably best to come here with a group of friends along with a divide and conquer strategy. We mean business when it comes to food, after all. Happy Eating, Yelpers! Tip: Try to get seated on the top floor for a more open vibe. The basement ambiance is a bit too dark and closed-in for my liking.
(4)
Salma R.

Came here for a birthday and I was pleased! My friend and I tried several appetizers: yucca fries, ceviche mixta, lomito saltado, and the truffle mac & cheese. All were good but my favorites were the lomito and the mac & cheese. The pisco sours were up to par and the service was very good, even when it got busy. They even surprised him with a candle for his birthday! I'll come back again to try the regular entrees-I've heard the chicken is excellent-it is called rotisserie, after all.
(4)
James F.

The food here is awesome. The noise level down in the cellar is high, but at least the food is delicious. This ain't your cheap Costco Rotisserie chicken. This is the good stuff. Parking can be had at the parking lot several blocks away or on the street, but good luck with that. Yes, I would come back. Great food!
(4)
Vince M.

Just had my wedding reception here after marrying at SF City Hall. The food is great, the staff was attentive, and the atmosphere was awesome. Small plates rather than each person ordering an entree really makes it more interactive, sharing plates and trying different things. It helped the two families interact with each other and have fun, sharing the food and starting conversations. I really recommend this place for delicious Peruvian food and as a great place to hold a special event, such as right after a wedding at city hall (only 2 miles away)!
(5)
Namuun B.

Probably the best rotisserie chicken you'll have! It's enough for 2 people. Also their lomo saltado, yucca fries are so good! Great ambiance, perfect for a dinner night! Parking was a bit of a headache, so I'd rather uber next time.
(5)
Cath M.

The bro took us here last Friday before our concert at the Elbo Room... it was a Friday and of course every freakin' restaurant in SF is booked and happening and this place was no different... Came in... waited at the bar b/c we were early for our res... the sis-in-law and I shared their lychee sour and it was actually really good... potent good... refreshing... yes! The friend ordered the original pisco and she said she liked it too. Our table opened up... and we were led downstairs... yes, there was a downstairs and it was loud... like happy hour work folks loud. We were not SO lucky that we sat next to that loud group in the corner - therefore the sound of their yelling echoed / transferred on our ears... were we happy... no because we could hardly hear one another and it was HOT... like NO air hot. Service: since we were in the corner... our server took a while to get to us... hooray! we ordered everything right there and then... and I don't think he was quite happy since we brought our own bottle of wine. Food: whole chicken with arroz and veggies... the chicken was a bit salty... like really salty (hey Local Kitchen, maybe take note of how they do their chicken so yours won't be that bland!) It was A LOT of food for four people but we did some good damage... well more like the brother did. The friend ordered their carne a la parrilla and it was actually really good... tender goodness... and the sis-in-law had their truffle mac and cheese and that was good too... Everything was good except their chicken... go figure!? For dessert... um... I don't suggest ordering... it tasted like they got it from Trader Joes / Costco. Just get a drink elsewhere. Not worth spending it on dessert. Really - trust me, we love sweets! Price: decent for a party of four. Maybe go on a weekday that's not Friday. Maybe then you can actually have a conversation with your group!
(3)
carola P.

A few years back I had to go in so they could refund the extra $30+ they had charged in my card, a few days ago the added an extra $4 to my charge again.
(1)
Alita M.

This is still one of my favorite spots in the city to dine and I've taken numerous friends/dates here over the years, every time it's a hit. They now have a full cocktail bar and have updated some of their dishes. More vegetarian and seafood options, (the cheese empanadas are to die for good) as well. They tried to get rid of the Carne ala Parilla about a year ago, but enough protest and complaints brought it swiftly back to the menu. The only downside to all the changes....the Tacu Tacu is no longer the same. It's not battered and fried into a egg-shape. It's now just a mixture of rice and beans mushed together. Same seasoning, but the texture of the fried edges was really the key along with sealing int he flavors. I really, really wish they'd bring back those fried, little balls of joy.
(5)
Connie C.

Came here for a friend's birthday. Upon arriving was where things weren't off to a great start. Half of the party (total 6) had arrived and we were waiting to be seated while the others were in search of parking. Generally most places would've sat you to gradually get some drinks started. NOPE! The hostess had first said that the whole party had to be there. Fine, I understand. Then the 4 of us were waiting and asked again if we could get seated since it's pretty cramped to stand anywhere. The hostess then tells us that "80%" of the party had to be there. I've never heard anyone tell me that ever. It was weird. Finally there was now 5 of us and just because that additional person arrived to meet the "80%" we got seated. So stupid... We finally get seated and are given menus. As we chat and look through the menu for a good 10 minutes, a waiter has yet come to our table. The same hostess that had seated us came back to our table. My only assumption for her approaching us we to possibly move to a different table. NEGATIVE! Her approach was awful. She told us that we had to give up the table at approximately 8PM due to other reservations that they had OVERBOOKED. At this point it was 7:20PM. So you're telling me I have 40 minutes to eat and leave? Who does that?? It was the weirdest thing I've ever heard. We had made it clear to the hostess that we just sat down and have been waiting for a waiter to come by, and now you're telling me I have to leave soon. Absolutely ridiculous! We get into this whole talk with the hostess as to why we need to hurry up with our meal that we have yet ordered to accommodate others due to their irresponsible way of booking reservations. She kept telling us that the food comes out quickly and whatnot. I told her if I wanted a quick meal I would've gone to McDonald's. I don't care how quickly the food comes out or not. You don't tell a party of people that made reservations for a birthday that they have to quickly eat and go. UNACCEPTABLE!!! The waiter finally came to our table after that ridiculousness with the hostess. He informed us not to worry and to relax and enjoy our meal. He told us that this happens often, which is a shame because then the customer will take it out on the waiter. Our waiter was really friendly and attentive. He had offered us some sangria on the house due to what had happened with the hostess. I appreciated that. As for the food, it was good. We ordered a whole chicken to share with the group. The two sides we ordered was the yuca fries and the tacu-tacu. Yuca fries were good. Tacu-tacu could've been better. It basically tasted like stuffing but really dry. Lychee sour was a good drink. We ordered a few of the small plates. I had chosen the lengua (beef tongue), which was good. The food here was good, but I've had better. Overall, I would not come back to this location nor would I be interested in trying their other locations due to the lack of professionalism with management. Regardless of how good or bad the food and service is, I am not sold on ever returning to this establishment. A word of advice to management: learn how to not overbook reservations just to get some extra change in your pockets.
(2)
Annie Z.

The first time I came here, I didn't like it as much but the second time (or maybe it's the third) was decent. I am normally a chicken lover but the chicken here neither blew my mind nor was it disappointing. I think A-OK is the perfect description. The prices are pretty reasonable for the amoutn of food you get. It even comes with two sides! (although the sides are pretty mediocre) My boyfriend loves the truffled mac & cheese here. He does love mac & cheese in all forms though so I'm not sure how much that says. hmmm I wouldn't wait in line for this place, but if you're hungry and this place is nearby and not too busy I'd say it's worth a try. There's a lot of hype and it's pretty famous in san francisco. I personally like the costco rotisserie chicken more =P
(3)
nAv p.

Memories of this delicious Peruvian rotisserie chicken I had in NY, eons ago, came when I saw the name of this restaurant. I don't think the flavours were the same, but the food here was absolutely delicious! I'm at high risk of not trying other things at the restaurant and sticking to the rotisserie, but I imagine the other stuff is good too. Must return.
(5)
Jie C.

Tasty, small portion, and expensive. We ordered the Tartara de Tuna, paella, Ceviche Mixto, as well as their Empanadas Carne. They tasted great but they came with a very small portion and it was expensive as well. It also took while to get the food.
(3)
Charles K.

Ive been here 4 times now and everything I have tried is fantastic. Definitely don't skip the ceviche or rotisserie chicken. Carne a la Parilla is also killer. The cocktails are a bit sweet for my taste, but their drink menu will satisfy no matter what youre looking for.
(5)
Wing C.

For our last meal in SF, my fiance and I decided to go something "light". After yelping around the area, we found Limon listed under tapas. We arrived around 5:30 and was asked if we had reservation. Although we held no reservation, we were seated immediately but were quick to learn why they asked us that at the door. This place was packed by the time we were placing our order. My fiance decided to go with the half chicken and 2 sides - tacu tacu and sweet potato fries. I decided to go with crispy ceviche from their special menu. Our waitress served us the 3 chicken dipping sauces and a bowl for the chicken bone immediately after she took our order. The half chicken and the side dishes came out first. The chicken was steaming hot - juicy and fall off the bone food. My fiance claimed the sweet potato fries were the best he had EVER had. I couldn't help but kept dipping them into the habanero sauce that came with the chicken - so crispy and good with an extra kick! The tacu tacu was a nice serving of mixed rice and beans. It was well seasoned and the beans were cooked to mashed level - blended right in with the rice! My crispy ceviche came out soon after. For the most part it was a dish made up of fish - there were prob 10 pieces of lightly battered, well seasoned , fell apart in beautiful layers white fish - very meaty, yet juicy, and light (not greasy at all despite being deep fried). The dipping sauce was citrusy and was the perfect balance to the crispy fish. The fish sat on top of a bed of yuca fries/onion strings/corn/fried red pepper - all were delicious. I managed to finish my own plate and polished my fiance's tacu tacu and sweet potato fries - so much to "light" dinner. Yet not a bit of guilt since the food was sooooo amazing and my crispy ceviche was not heavy at all. Great service, great value for how much/how great the food was - if only we have something similar back in the city! Definitely left my belly in SF.
(4)
Jacqueline M.

As you could imagine the chicken was phenomenal! The waiter was absolutely fantastic for helping us navigate the menu and providing us insights on his favorite dishes. The empanadas are a must! Also, the lemonade is must. Makes for an even more appropriate lemon-y theme.
(4)
Jennifer S.

MmmMmmMmm!! This place was pretty good...I was expecting some really lemony chicken just based off of the name of the place, but it was not. I ordered a quarter dark meal (which comes with 2 sides) with tacu tacu and yuca fries. YUMMMMMMMM!! The flavors were perfect. The tacu tacu was a bit on the mushy side, but i think that was intentional. Oh wells. Everything else was perfect. Yuca fries were perfectly cooked. Perfect crispy crunch on the outside and wonderfully soft and potatoey in the middle. Yumyummmmm~ Will be back soon to try out the ceviche! :)
(4)
April M.

I wouldn't even given them a one star after our experience. I've had several parties at Limon since it opened. I live in the neighborhood so it's convenient but service absolutely sucks! They now cater to the gentrified culture vultures of the mission. It was obvious they didn't value the locals. We were seated 20 min and no one asked us if we wanted water. Finally we asked hostess to get our waiter. When he arrived he was rude and acted like we inconvenienced him. I asked him if he was always this rude and he proceeds to tell us he wasn't rude. We speak to the manager who apologizes and gets us another waiter. He comes over- arrogant with a pair of lips tatted on his neck and tells us there is no more chicken? We were like no chicken? How convenient?! So we walked out. It was so disappointing to know that this is the direction Limon is going. I brought a friend who heard nothing but good things and her first time was horrible. Thank you Urban Put for having great staff and great food and treating a local like they are valued.
(1)
Neal C.

Best ceviche I've ever had. Pricey, but so tasty. The fish and shrimp had just the right amount of acidity. The portion size was pretty solid as well. Service was wholly lackluster. They seemed to think they were entitled to our patronage, which rubbed me the wrong way. The other menu items I tasted were deserving of two stars maximum, but the ceviche would make it worth returning (just for that item though).
(3)
Nita R.

Worst experience EVER. Got here at 8:30 and got seated at 10:10. Kitchen closed at 10:30. Hostess was a moron, kept saying 20 more minutes. When we complained to the manager, she basically told us "it is what it is" with absolutely no apology. Ridiculous.
(1)
George F.

I have been to the three of the Limon locations and so far the food is consistent at all of them. The major difference is the ambiance. The original location is still the best. The one at Bay-View Hunters Point is like a Chipotle and in a scary neighborhood. We got a reservation at 7 and found some parking near by. The place was packed from the time we got there to the time we left. This memorial weekend both of my daughters came home and they really enjoy the food at Limon. Since the menu has shrunk and only the items that are popular are left, we just about ordered 1 of everything. They were out of the carne empanadas (had the chicken instead). The mixed ceviche and the hanger steak were good. But consensus best was the truffle Mac & Cheese. Service was OK considering the crowds. Th prices are always very reasonable. You can't go wrong going to the two Mission locations.
(4)
Greg N.

So good! We started with Pisco Sours (which might be an acquired taste...it was the only part that I didn't enjoy a lot.) We had Limon Saltado (very nice, kind of like 'tapas' size), Ceviche Mixto (maybe the best ceviche I've had), Chiraccha Chicken (nice take on fried chicken) and Carne Empanadas (totally delicious). I'm no connoisseur of Peruvian food but I really enjoyed it and the service was very friendly, totally solid. I'll be back on my next trip to San Francisco.
(4)
Lotus E.

Food was good, I forgot the name of the plate I had. It was fries n grilled chicken yummm
(4)
Loung V.

As closer as Peru as it gets! Expensive though small portions..
(4)
Kitty K.

Corner location in the Mission, parking is fairly difficult to find. The location is fairly small with dim lighting and modern decor inside. They have TVs by the bar so you can watch the game while you eat. Since the place isn't large, you can see the TV from across the restaurant (though if you're behind the columns, you're out of luck). I used to work in the Mission and was supposed to go multiple times with former co-workers but plans always fell through. Finally made reservations with a friend a couple of days before our designated day, so luckily we didn't have to wait as there was a large crowd of people waiting outside. Our order: Arroz con Mariscos: ($16.95) Peruvian style paella made with saffron rice, mixture of seafood, aji amarillo pimento sauce Pollo a la Brasa: Half order ($14.95) of LimÃ³n's famous marinated free-range rotisserie chicken slowly roasted over open flame. Comes with 2 sides of your choice (we chose Yuca Fries and Vegetales Salteados) and "Aji" sauces (Aji Amarillo Huacatay, Aji Amarillo Mustard, Chimichurri) Limon Old Fashion ($11) The sauces that accompanied the dishes were light and not over-powering. The Aji Amarillo Huacata traditionally has a combination of olive oil, garlic, Huacata (Peruvian black mint), and Aji Amarillo (South American hot yellow chile pepper). The sauce tastes almost dill-like. The Aji Amarillo Mustard has a very light honey mustard taste to it. Almost like a pesto sauce, the Chimichurri is typically made with finely chopped parsley, minced garlic, olive oil, oregano, and white or red wine vinegar. The Vegetales Salteados had green beans, red onions, squash and zucchini. Everything was cooked so that they were very tender (just the way I like them!). Not overly salted, I really enjoyed the medley. The Yuca Fries had a slight crispy skin and nicely cooked inside. Loved dipping them in the Aji Amarillo Mustard and Aji Amarillo Huacatay sauces. The Arroz con Mariscos had some good flavors with bits of seafood. Not as bold as other paella I've had and way less seafood. =/ Decent. Ok so on to the main reason why I was here.. the Pollo a la Brasa. The dish was cut into four pieces: I had the half a breast and a part of the thigh. The thigh was more moist than the breast (the breast was actually on the dry side). Seasoned well, you're still able to taste the slight charring from the roasting over an open-flame. Meat nearly came right off the bones. Decent service. It was extremely busy but our server was still able to stop by a few times to check-in on us and clear the dishes as they emptied. Next time I want to try the ceviche and would re-order the chicken again :)
(4)
Ivette R.

Great place. A bit small but when we got there we were seated with away. We got a pitcher of sangria, the ceviche as a starter and the lomito Saltado. We also tried the Mac and cheese from my friends coworkers that were sitting at table next to us. Recommend it all. Waiter was really nice.
(5)
Tiffany L.

Get the chicharrones de pollo! I also had the rotisserie chicken and the tacu tacu. Both were good, but I LOVED the chicharrones de pollo. Had a mezcal sour... it was only ok.
(4)
Irina Z.

Really good food and drinks. Every tapa that we ordered was really tasty and the drinks were nice and strong!
(5)
Aj P.

The food was delicious - not arguing there - but the service was horrific. I went to Limon on a Saturday for a birthday party. My friend had made the reservation and called again the morning of to confirm. Everything seemed good. When we arrived for the dinner, they didn't seat us for 25 minutes after our reservation time. Standard at busy restaurants, I am told. So no fault here. The rest of the night was a cat-and-mouse game with the staff who made us wait multiple times for absurdly long amounts of time: - After we sat down, we waited 20 minutes for water - After water was given to us, they gave us 4 menus for the 14 of us - We waited another 20 minutes to put in an order - We waited 40 minutes for the first dishes to come out - And so on and so forth...
(2)
Matt G.

You will never see me dine at a dark and sleek place like this corner Peruvian restaurant. But the restaurant is famous for the Peruvian-style rotisserie chicken; I had to check it out for myself. Plus, I love rotisserie chicken. I can eat that everyday and not get sick of it. "I don't know about that!" Indeed I ordered the quarter of a rotisserie chicken meal with a choice of two sides for $9.50. The chicken is spiced with a variety of Peruvian spices and seasoned for twelve hours before being cooked in the oven. This restaurant blazes a tasty bird and it shows by the juicy and moisture of the meat. The dipping sauces with my meal were good too and highly recommended with the chicken. By far, this is the best tasting bird to this date. The two sides I also got with my meal were rice and sweet potato fries. I have to have my starch with my meal. My Chicken dish: yelp.com/biz_photos/limÃ³â€¦ I also had extra room in my tummy. So I also ordered the popular Truffle Mac & Cheese for $7.00. The truffle flavor had a powerful fungus taste mixed with the cheesy pasta. The pasta dish was "distinctively appetizing". Mac & cheese: yelp.com/biz_photos/limÃ³â€¦ With my meal, I got a glass of fresh Sangria for $6.00. This red wine drink tastes so good with the chicken dish. So good, my face was red as the red wine drink itself. The bartender/waiter, who took my order, has noticed the blush on my face. I just can't hide the fiery glow on my appearance. My drink: yelp.com/biz_photos/limÃ³â€¦ Including this first location, there are two more locations in the city. Hopefully I will make my way to the other locations. My debut of this restaurant was a positive one.
(4)
Ed Y.

Good service we got seated right away with our reservation The waiter should have recommend other variety other than just chicken
(4)
Grace K.

What? Maybe I've been spoiled by real Peruvian at hole in the wall places in SoCal, but man...this was probably the most disappointing meal since I've moved. I should have looked through Yelp a little more and realized that this is a hipster joint and not an authentic experience. Maybe I should have gotten the rotisserie chicken. Sigh. Let's just touch on the Lomo Saltado since it's just...a classic. I mean nevermind that a truly tiny plate sets you back $11. Simply put, this dish is incredibly salty and the meat is dry. I hadn't realized that it didn't come with aji, so I asked for it. "Sure! Which one would you like?," he asks. "Oh I didn't know there were different kinds...um...the normal one they usually serve at Peruvian places?" "Well we have 3 different types of sauces - chimichurri, blah blah blah" "No, not chimichurri. Can I just have the spicy, light green aji with cilantro they usually always have at Peruvian places?" "Okay!" ...and then brings out chimichurri. I waived him back down and explained to him again. He takes back the chimichurri and brings out their trio of some type of mustard sauce, aji, and chimichurri. Really? All I wanted was aji. Just that deliciously spicy, cilantro-y crack sauce to dip everything in. Then he charges us for both the full size chimichurri and the sampler (we only touched the aji). Honestly, if you've ever had real Peruvian, stay away from this place. Maybe try the rotisserie - that may have been our mistake. But anything else - just stay way, way back. This is a prime example of great cuisine being ruined by upscale trendiness. If you're from SoCal and have experienced the majesty of Mario's, don't even bother.
(1)
Anna T.

I have been to this place 2x now and I definitely foresee myself coming back even more. When I crave Peruvian chicken, this is the first place that comes to mind! They offer 1/4, 1/2 and whole rotisserie chicken at reasonable prices ($20.95 is the price of a whole chicken which could feed up to 3 people). Each order of chicken comes with 2 sides and 3 authentic dipping sauces. Their yucca fries are the best yucca fries I've ever had!! Very fresh and delicious! Other sides include regular french fries (sliced thin and super crispy), sweet potato fries and salad. Their chicha morada is very yummy and my boyfriend seemed to enjoy the variety of authentic Peruvian beers. I haven't had the chance to try other entrees on their menu other than the chicken and sides, but the ceviche looks REALLY good! There isn't too much seating at Limon so it does get packed pretty quickly. There is a bar with a big 60 in flat screen- perfect to watch Golden State play! Also, if you want to do take-out, it takes around 30 minutes if you order chicken... Lengthy but totally worth the wait! Limon is located in a neighborhood so there is a ton of street parking infront of residences :) Overall, I give this place 5 stars because of the quality of food, price and authenticity!
(5)
Frank T.

What a great place! First time there we had the crispy ceviche and the chicken quarter. OMG I wish we were hungrier. THe food was fantastic. I loved the 3 dips for the yuca fries. We sat downstairs. Its a bit loud. We
(4)
Anthony M.

I had to edit my 5 star review after visiting today 4/29 and the waitress did not speak Spanish!? How do you order "Chicha Morada" in English? It's on the meÃ±u! Would have been cool, but her attitude was lousy.
(4)
Vivek S.

Shut up. Listen to me. Stop talking, would you? Get the $20 roast chicken with two sides. This is what's known by those-in-the-know as a Good Deal. This chicken is as perfect as a roast chicken gets and once you get those Aji sauces involved... it's... oh, God, I'm drooling. Which two sides should you get, you ask? That's not for me to decide. They're all pretty respectable, but I always try to get the tacu tacu and some vegetables. Just about everything on this menu is tantalizingly delicious. I've never been disappointed. It's always busy there, so make a reservation. Particularly at this Van Ness location. Eating downstairs is infinitely preferable to the main floor, but no matter where you end up their array of pisco based cocktails will help soothe what ails you. That roast chicken will make you forget altogether. OK, now you can talk. Obligatory Title Pun: 'Cause you make me feel, like a pony/So good, LIMÃ“N LIMÃ“N-Y. Menu Readability: Very clear layout in a slab-serif typeface. Need to mention: Good for groups. In the Mission? Really! What this place teaches me about myself: Roast chicken could ease the inconvenience of my own murder.
(5)
Shirley T.

Great group/family-style meal environment. The sangria, ceviche mixto and truffle mac n cheese were great. I loved the sauces for the chicken but the chicken itself was way too salty. The Yuka fries were dry, the beef steak we had was way salty as well. If I ever feel the need to come to Limon again, I'd just go for the sangria, ceviche and truffle mac n cheese. I didn't feel like any the taste of any of the meat were that great. To be honest, I'd rather get my rotisserie chicken from Costco because it's less salty, juicy, fresh and cheap. Limon is OK and highly overrated. Go get your chicken from Costco.
(3)
E F.

A pleasant, reasonably priced restaurant. Good for out of town guests to provide a reasonably priced meal with real San Francisco feel and buzz. Feedback: 1. The grilled vegetables side dish is very good 2. The rice/bean combo side dish (that has a localized name) is forgettable in my book, tastes like it escaped from a burrito. 3. Paella that tasted vey good but was slow out of the kitchen. 4. The mac and cheese side dish was good. 6. The yucca fries side dish are to die for, and I don't even like french fries. Wonderful batter and taste. Order extras as they go fast. 7. Kudos for the sangria. Really fresh flavor. 8. Their premier mixed drinks are just eh. 9. Good rotisserie chicken. Mine was a little dry, but that may have been because of a very busy Friday night. I will try again when I come back.
(4)
David K.

Quick summary: Rotisserie chicken was delicious, side dishes were meh, table service was excellent, hostess service needs improvement. We arrived early for our 6 o'clock reservation. Because it was early, most of the tables were still empty. The hostess surveyed the scene and promptly led us to the worst table in the room. We asked if we could sit at a better table; she said "sure, sit wherever you want" and walked off leaving us to find a table and carry our menus over ourselves. Not exactly the warmest of welcomes! Fortunately, the table service was much better: prompt, attentive and courteous. We ordered a beef empanada to share as a first course, followed by the rotisserie chicken with sides of sautÃ©ed vegetables for both of us, fries for me, and sweet potato fries for my husband. Everything arrived very quickly and all at once -- despite our request, the concept of a first course didn't seem to apply. The beef empanada was good but not exceptional. The rotisserie chicken had crispy skin, was cooked exactly right, and tasted delicious! The sautÃ©ed vegetables were overcooked and not very flavorful. Both of the fries were unexciting -- floppy, a little greasy, and not at all crispy -- with the sweet potato fries probably the better of the two. But really, floppy fries? Why bother? Because the food arrived so quickly and all at once, the meal was over very quickly. Not a place to linger over dinner and conversation! I guess LimÃ³n bills itself as a Peruvian place, but it doesn't seem like one at all. Too many of the classic Peruvian dishes are missing from the menu, and the dishes we had, at least, lacked typical Peruvian flavor. If you're looking for delicious rotisserie chicken, though, you might consider this place, but definitely don't order the sides we ordered! On our way out, we said thank you to the hostess, but she was far too busy chatting with her friends/coworkers to take any notice.
(2)
Tiffany T.

Went with a party of 3 at 7PM on a Sunday. Got seated right away downstairs, which I was surprised about. The lower level then filled up pretty quickly, and we still hadn't put in our orders. Finally, we ordered 3 drinks at the same time that we placed our food order. We eventually had to ask about the status of our drinks (a bottled beer, a pre-made sangria, and a WATER), because they hadn't come out after about 30 minutes. The food took even longer. Some of the servers were nicer than others, giving us false hope that our food and drinks were going to come out any second. I think the "family-style menu," as they name it, means that they take the orders of all the parties in the room, cook the food all at once, and bring out everything as it's completed. So, we had our meal in parts. The whole ordeal took about 2.5 hours. If you do go, the rotisserie chicken is a must. So moist and flavorful. Two of us split a half, and it was a sufficient amount. Comes with two baby-sized sides, so we ordered 2 more sides. The yucca fries were tasty and not overly fried. The tacu-tacu was also great. The plain arroz was garlicky, in a good way. The chicharron de pollo was pretty tough, and we didn't care for it as much. The sangria was alright, served in a smaller cup. All-in-all, the food was delicious, but the wait was excruciating. I don't often write reviews on Yelp, but I would like people to know that they should go here for dinner only when they have the time to wait.
(3)
Avi W.

Came here last night to celebrate my birthday! First off this location is definitely walking distance from the 24th Street Bart station, which is good for people that need to use bart to come here. Second, we had a 9 PM reservation, and even at that time the atmosphere was great! We didn't have to wait long at all for them to set up a table for us. We had a group of six, and the amount of food was enough for us. We started with some drinks. I had a blue moon(which is what i always get no matter what if they offer it), We also got the Pisco Sour, which was definitely a interesting cocktail that they are known for. It was really good and really strong. Moving on to the food now. We shared a whole chicken, which since it is a rotisserie, they are definitely known for. This was the best rotisserie chicken I have ever had.Whatever they marinate it in, just makes it really amazing. It was really tender, and not dry at all. We ordered the truffle mac and cheese, which was really rich and creamy. This was the first time I have ever tried yuca fries and they were absolutely delightful. The "lomito" saltado was awesome too! It was basically a dish with sirloin strips and it was topped with a soy sauce infused sauce. It wasn't overly salty which would be normal with anything that has soy sauce. It also included fries, tomatoes, and onions which made it really good as well. We had the ceviche mixto which was really good as well and not overly spicy at all. All this food was enough for six people. After the chicken most of us were really stuffed. The desserts here were really good as well! We had the chocolate bandito, which was a rich, warm chocolate cake. I don't think you can go wrong with that. It was really amazing and rich dark chocolate. We also had the panna cotta de mango, which was great. I am not a huge fan of any mango desserts, but I broke out of my shell for this and it was well worth it. There was also a bread pudding thing that we got which was really good! It was topped with a caramel type sauce. Soooo good. As for the price, it was very reasonable for the amount of food! If you want very good peruvian food, this is definitely a place you should go to! Strong drinks, good food, and an amazing atmosphere.
(4)
Mike C.

Craving Peruvian food? This one hits the spot. My Peruvian cherry was popped at an old-time restaurant named Alejandro's on Clement Street many moons ago. My BFF took me here for lunch last summer and... I've been coming back since. Weekday lunch works for me as parking is easy, the weather is beautiful, and no crowds. Here's what we had: Appetizer (shared) 1) Seafood mixto ceviche - Having it our way, we special ordered this sans fish (shrimp, calamari, roasted corn, and Yucca corn, I believe). Excellent and very tangy. Entree 2) Braised beef short ribs ( yelp.com/user_local_photâ€¦ ) - With my love for beef stew, this is an upscale version. I ordered a side of rice to sop up every drop of the delicious sauce from this dish. Side (shared) 3) Vegetables ( yelp.com/user_local_photâ€¦ ) - Sauteed green beans, yellow beans, and onions. Normally cooked perfectly al dente, it was a bit overcooked and soggy on this trip. Mango lemonade - Tasty and not too sweet. No free refills on this one though. Arriving around 2 pm, there were only four other parties dining here while two gentlemen serviced the tables. One was humorous and joked with us and other parties while the other was more subdued and seemingly not too attentive; the second waiter redeemed himself later as he remembered several of our requests that we thought he forgot. They are known for the chicken which comes with two sauces, but the short ribs have my heart here.
(4)
Elizabeth D.

I wanted to come to Limon for a very long time and I am happy to say it was not disappointing when I finally got to go. Every time I tried to go to Limon tables/reservations were not available. I went last night and since it was a weeknight the wait was super short. It looks tiny when you go inside but there are more tables downstairs. So don't be scared! Being from the Dominican Republic, I am always craving those Latin flavors that bring me back home. Limon certainly took me back there. We ordered the Lomito Saltado (truly my favorite). It is tender steak perfectly cooked, with a delicious sauce and yummy french fries underneath. I wanted to lick the plate...We paired the lomito saltado with a side of white rice. Another of my favorites was Ceviche de pescado. I would eat a big bowl of just that. The fish was fresh and tasty, it had lots of lemon but wasn't overpowering. Very Tasty! We also ordered pollo a la brasa. I loved each of the sauces they brought and we had a side of fried yuca. Even though this one was not my favorite, it was perfectly cooked, the sauces were a nice touch and was super flavorful. Overall, I wish I can eat here every night for dinner. Was really good. We paired the meal with a pitcher of Sangria, yummy! If you come to Limon, You shouldn't leave without having tried the ceviche. One of the best ceviches around here indeed. oh, prices! this place is super affordable, and perfect for groups, if you can manage to get a reservation, of course.
(5)
Joao S.

Awesome place! Tried the slow roasted chicken! Perfect with the fried yuca and rice.
(4)
Michaela M.

Food was out very promptly and was delicious!
(5)
P C.

They offer the best empanadas I ever tasted. They were crisp on the outside and chewy on the inside. The chicken was moist and the three dipping sauces were tasty. The wait staff weren't very attentive at all and acted like their face would crack if they attempted to smile. We had to wait a long time before someone took our order. Instead of checking on us to see if everything was okay, we'd have to flag someone down or get up out of our seat to talk to the wait staff. I would have been more understanding if the wait staff were over taxed but most were just standing around chatting it up with each other. One girl just stood around gossiping with her co-workers and playing with her hair-- I guess it was a good thing she wasn't handling food. If you're not in any rush, the food is good. Four stars for the food, 1.5 stars for the service averages out to 3 stars.
(3)
Jennifer L.

It's honestly just so hard to go wrong here. I absolutely think that it is overpriced, but it's really not too bad if you come with a group of 4 and eat family style! Of all the dishes we ordered, my favourite was the paella. The rotisserie chicken was also legit, but not significantly better than the rotisserie chicken at Costco... haha. Definitely consider getting a pitcher of Sangria to start your night off right if you're planning on heading to bars later! What really sells Limon is its atmosphere. It's very lively (not too loud, not too quiet), but not obnoxious. It's not too yuppie (if that makes sense at all), and not too hipster. AND it's close to a bunch of bars in da mish.
(4)
Christine N.

This was my first time at this location and it's great that this one is bigger than the one on Valencia. I just moved back to the Bay Area and Limon is one of my favorite places to dine. I was part of a large party (10 people) and we were seated downstairs. There's ample space there, but the acoustics are horrible. It's very loud and you would need to raise your voice a bit to get heard. It was a Friday night so very busy. Our table ended up ordering two whole chickens and about 9 different side dishes / small plates / large plates (2 orders of each). My favorites of the sides were the following: - Tuna Tartare - Ensalada Rusa - Lomito Saltado - Truffle Mac and Cheese Overall, our party had a good dining experience, the food came out quickly and we had enough of everything. My three stars come from the service we ended up receiving at the end of our meal. Our server SERGIO was quite rude at the end of the night. I am not sure if he was in a bad mood because it was busy or not, but I was quite taken aback when he told me to calm down when I asked him about an error on a credit card charge. I assume he thought my raised voice was because I was mad, NO, it was because it was so darn loud downstairs that if I said it softer, he wouldn't understand me. I would've asked for the manager, but our party had to leave. Anyways, it was a very unpleasant ending to an otherwise great meal. I hope you don't receive this type of service when you decide to dine there.
(3)
Xiaoying P.

The two-stars was just for the food, or it would have gotten only one star. Here's why we weren't happy: 1) I came here with a group of friends for a birthday dinner. They messed up our reservation (confirmed on phone saying party was at Valencia location, then when we got there they said it's actually at Van Ness), so we had to drive over and find parking on Van Ness. 2) Our reservation was at 8pm, but we didn't get our table until 8:40pm. What's the point of a reservation?! 3) they gave us 3 menus to share between 14 people even after we asked for more multiple times. then they told us we had to do prix-fixe when you have more than 15 people, we were not aware of that and actually we had 14 people.. and no water for everyone for another 20 mins 4) It's a birthday, so we brought a birthday cake with us. They helped us refrigerate the cake, but after we finished our dinner they told us that we need to pay $2 per person if they helped us cut the cake. Seriously?! So we said ok, we would cut the cake ourselves, then they again said "oh we will still need to charge you $2 per person for the plates and forks you will use." We told them about the reservation problem we had and all the trouble we had with the restaurant and asked them to waive the charge and they said "we can't, if we did that for you, everyone else would want to cut the cake here. Every restaurant is charging people for that.." SERIOUSLY? That's the most ridiculous thing I ever heard in 2014... 5) A 20% automatic service charge. For this service?! What a way to end 2014!
(2)
Lina P.

This restaurant was recommended by a couple friends who were visiting SF from San Sebastian. Considering San Sebastian has some of the best food in the world I trusted their opinion. Made a reservation for a Saturday dinner. It was packed when we got there and luckily they seated us immediately. We were upstairs but I guess they have a downstairs area that I didn't get a very good look at. Ordered the following: Quarter Chicken (Dark Meat) - I didn't eat it, don't eat meat. BF did and enjoyed it. Yuca Fries - lighter alternative to potato fries. Came with 2 big ones. Good! Tacu-Tacu - I just tried a spoon full of this but it was really good. They used pinto beans, which I prefer, instead of black. Although I am used to black beans in this dish at other South American/Caribbean places. Ceviche de Pescado - Fresh and perfectly marinated in lime juice. Huge chunks though...never had such big chunks of fish in ceviche before. Came with some weird toppings too like pine nuts and corn nuts and stuff...weird, but fun and nice presentation. Did not take away from the flavor at all. Ensalada Rusa - Had to get, I'm Russian and this was their take on Vinigrette (Russian beet salad). Sooooo good! Huge chunks, yet again, which this salad generally does not have. The aioli they drizzled on it was soooo good and perfect for the flavors. Loved it! Veggie Empanada - Came with 2. Very good. Delicious mushrooms and cheese inside. Maracuya Sour & Lychee Sour - Lychee was way better. Both ok. The egg whites in these drinks are ok to taste but kinda gross when your nose is in close proximity to the drink and you get a whiff of egg. The chicken came with 3 sauces. We asked our server to please make sure one of the sauces was hot sauce. We need hot sauce with every meal and especially ceviche. She brought it out and all was good but when the check came we saw a $1.50 charge for hot sauce...WTF!!! You can not serve Ceviche without hot sauce and then charge for it when we request it. In fact you REALLY should not charge for hot sauce at all and if you do you should have your servers tell patrons up front that it will be an additional charge. Of course we spoke to the manager and told him our concern. He took it off, but still it really upset me that we had to deal with that at the end of an otherwise perfect meal!
(4)
Gina G.

I was in the mood for tapas and sangria so I made early dinner resis here for my first visit at any Limon locations. My bf and I came in around 6:30 and upon entrance the tables looked pretty filled, but the host took us downstairs to be seated where there were plenty additional tables. We were the only ones down there at the time which was a little weird at first cuz it felt kinda like a basement, but our server approached us quickly with water and took our order right away once we were ready. By then it slowly started to fill up. The fish and shrimp ceviche was the first to come out, which was very flavorful. It's a little different than what I'm used to since it wasn't all chopped up, but rather thinly cut slices of the fish and half slices of the shrimp. It was in a tangy/citrusy sauce that I really liked. A while after the rest of our order all came at once. Quarter dark meat chicken: the meat was moist and flavorful, comes with 3 dipping sauces but the chicken is tasty enough to eat alone too. Any portion size comes with 2 sides so we chose the tacu tacu and sautÃ©ed veggies. The tacu tacu was the sautÃ©ed rice with beans mixed in, it didn't really have any outstanding flavor, but it was a good side to eat with the chicken. Lomito Saltado: the stir-fried sirlon strips was probably one of our fave dishes. It was well marinated and too salty for me as other people mentioned it to be. I'd only want the meat to be a little more tender next time, but other than that it was very flavorful. I also asked to have the fries separated so that they didn't get soggy Truffle mac and cheese: this was very rich, creamy and decadent. The noodles were perfectly cooked so that the texture was just right. The serving size was pretty big for just the two of us...or maybe we were getting full but we had some left over. And lastly, we had a sangria each to wash it down. It's more on the cinnamon/nutmeg side, I wish it was a little stronger heh. The service was so-so. Our waiter was very friendly, but as it got filled up downstairs he checked on us less but there was always someone else making sure our waters were filled. It's also pretty loud downstairs as there are no windows so it's like the noise just bounces off the walls. I would recommend making reservations here esp around dinner time. I did enjoy it better than Fresca even though their portions here are a little smaller, but I would come back again when I'm craving tapas!
(4)
Danielle B.

Great food and great atmosphere. Arrived 30 minutes early for reservation and they gave us a table immediately, even though they had an hour wait for people without reservations....so reservations highly recommended. We tried the Carne and Pollo Empanadas and both were excellent. The Arroz con Mariscos was good but not great. The ceviche was excellent! We had the Ceviche de Pescado y Camaron and Leche Tigre Cocktail. If you like a stronger lemon/citrus taste, I'd recommend the lather but again both were great. Yuca fries were alright, but a little bland.
(5)
Elizabeth C.

The opinion is out! This is officially the offices favorite new lunch spot! We had a catering order delivered for lunch and I couldn't even wait until the end of the day to write this review. The Lomo saltado was by far the overall winner, although I personally enjoyed the Chicharron de Pollo better - crispy and super flavorful. Another of my favorites was the veggies. Perfect sauteed, still crisp, and LOTS of flavor. Of you have to add yuca fries which are crispy and fat unlike the papas which were a bit limp and skinny - although they soak up that lomo sauce like nobody's business. The ordering process was super easy, and they delivered on time and set up everything for us. We will definitely be ordering from them again and again!
(5)
Yumna B.

This place is amazing! Definitely worth the wait. The rotisserie chicken and truffle mac and cheese were my favorite.
(5)
Philana C.

My coworkers and I had our usual Friday night outings and Limon happened to be one of our Friday nights. We did not have reservations that night, but we were seated promptly downstairs. Upstairs was really packed that night and I noticed that upstairs were smaller tables, while downstairs were for bigger parties. Downstairs seemed more spacious when compared to upstairs. We shared the following food: Ceviche Mixto - This had came with fish, calamari, and tiger shrimp. I think the portions could've been a bit bigger because after one bite from each, the dish was already gone into our stomachs. Pollo A La Brasa (Half Chicken) - The chicken came with two different sides. I can't remember what two sides we ordered, but I think we should've ordered the whole chicken instead because I think the guys were still hungry. However, the chicken was really juicy and they give you different kinds of sauce to dip it in! Lomito Saltado - Stir-fried sirloin strips. SO DELICIOUS. Very tender and juicy. Truffle Mac & Cheese - I thought this was pretty good; however, I don't think it was TOO amazing. It was light and creamy and not too overwhelming. Service was not too bad that night; however, downstairs can get a bit loud and hard to hear when talking.
(4)
Bruce C.

Some times the best experiences in life come from the unexpected. Sandy and I were frolicking in the city this past weekend when we suddenly became hungry during dead hour (In case you don't know what that means, it's those few hours between lunch and dinner rush). We checked nearby restaurants and Sandy suggested Limon Rotisserie after reading the reviews. I have to admit, she's been on a roll picking places to eat so I thought I'd ride her streak a little longer. A Peruvian restaurant for the masses offering mouthwatering rotisserie chicken, small plates, tapas and specialty drinks. The most frustrating part about your dining experience will be deciding on what to order - everything sounds and looks amazing. You won't find guinea pig on their menu (a Peruvian staple), however, their chicken is on-point in the flavor department. SERVICE: Excellent. Excellent. Excellent. Enough said. QUARTER CHICKEN - DARK MEAT ~ 5 stars: Moist. Fall-off-the-bone. Aromatic. Tender. Excellent flavor. Those are just a few ways to describe how good Limon's chicken is. You can tell how much work they put into each one. The chicken is cooked perfectly. They do an excellent job of seasoning the skin, the flavor vessel, and the meat is tender and juicy. I regretted not getting a whole chicken! If you order any of their chicken options, you're given three sauces. I know one was chimichurri but I'm not sure what the other two were. However, I think one was a mustard based sauce and that was by far my favorite - went perfectly with our chicken. YUCA FRIES ~ 4 stars: Crunchy on the outside with a flaky interior. Excellent when dipped into the sauces you get with your chicken. I wouldn't get these if you plan on eating them on its own. Without sauce, these things won't wow you. TACU TACU ~ 5 stars: Mashed beans mixed with rice and then sauteed. It's hard to imagine unless you experience it firsthand. It's dense so your hardest not to eat too much. However, this sh*t was amazing. Slightly salty, great texture, a mellow sear to provide a slight crunch and absolutely awesome. TRUFFLE MAC & CHEESE ~ 4.5 stars: I know, I know. This is not a traditional Peruvian dish, however, Sandy wanted to try it. It didn't disappoint. The mac was cooked perfectly and the cheese sauce was mellow, not too sharp, not too salty. The actual truffle flavor kind of gets lost in the richness but it does subtly come through once in awhile. You won't find any shaved truffles in this dish because they use truffle oil, which, if you didn't know, doesn't come close to the real deal. However, this gourmet mac & cheese is a must. ENSALADA MIXTA SALAD ~ 2 stars: The lone disappointment of our meal. The salad wasn't tossed so the dressing was sitting on top. All the greens on the bottom didn't get any love. The bowl was small and not ideal for mixing. Other than that, the flavor was bland. I'd pass on this. Even though we had a late lunch/early dinner here this past Saturday at around 3:15pm, it was still pretty crowded. I can't imagine how packed it gets during dinner, especially on the weekends. They have a limited number of tables so they can't take that many guests at one time. Reservations are highly recommended if you plan on going during their dinner rush.
(4)
Wilson L.

really delicious dining experience. get the beef tongue omg it was mouthwatering!
(5)
Stephanie B.

I had my birthday dinner with my best friend here and absolutely loved it! The ambiance is perfect for friends catching up or even for a date. It's kind of a small restaurant so I recommend it for a small group. It also has more of a mature setting with the dark lighting going on...maybe I'm just saying that because I turned 25 that night. We ordered a bunch of dishes like we always do. Half chicken with sides tacu tacu and yuca fries: The chicken here was supposed to be a must, and honestly, chicken scares me because sometimes it can be overcooked, dry, and bland. Glad to say this was not the case at Limon! Chicken was moist, juicy, and full of flavor especially when dipped with the variety of sauces they offer. I also enjoyed the tacu tacu (rice and beans). Maybe I just love fries in any form but I loved the large yuca fries! Dipped these in sauces too...yum! Ceviche mixto: I am a fan of ceviche because I love my seafood. I also really like sour things (ie vinegar, lemons, etc). Comes with tiger shrimp (uhhh yes please!), fish, and calamari. I think corn and other veggies were included. Overall, if you want a light appetizer, I recommend! Truffle Mac and Cheese: FAVE dish of the night! Creamy, cheesy, and delicious! Noodles were cooked perfect. I cook eat this foreverrrrr. My BFF and I also ordered sangria which just perfected our meal. I guess you can say it pulled everything together. We ate, drank, and girl talked. Enjoyed every moment and every bite. I recommend all these dishes and would definitely come back! One of my favorite birthday dinners ever :)
(5)
Roberta T.

Love the food there. Ensalada russa, empada de carne and Carne A La Parilla are my favorite ones. I just removed one start duo to the staff. They always take really long to come to our table. I think they can't handle to many people in the restaurant at the same time.
(4)
Maury K.

Great rotisserie chicken; off hook. Aji mustard sauce bombbba! Yucca fries are best fries ever...
(4)
Carol M.

Dinner here is ok! Not the most amazing thing...the only reason why they got 3 stars is because of our waiter but for what I paid for my plate doest justify portion size... Tip to owner or staff: restroom area should be kept clean at all times.
(3)
Ivy A.

Actually, I did email you, unless you gave me the wrong email. I coped and pasted it from your message.
(1)
Tung T.

As much as I really want to LOVE this place, I didn't. Was the experience overall okay? Sure, but with so much build up and hype, the food just didn't live up to the experience. Now everyone knows I have a soft spot for Central and Southern American cuisine. So when my friends told me about Limon being a Peruvian join, I just had to check it out. That line right there, sounded like it came straight out of a Triple D's script. Besides being white, covered in tattoo, spiky bleached hair, and rich. I too love to eat food and share about it. But if people ask me about a good Peruvian joint to go to, I would not say Limon Rotisserie at all. Reasons one, the food is mediocre. Their famous rotisserie chicken is well...taste like roasted chicken. To be honest, the seasoning at Costco is better. Their other dishes like Lomito Saltado lacked soul. You know what I'm talking about. This dish is supposed to be comforting and satisfying. The ones at Limon delivered on neither nor did it on my wallet. Everything else is just alright. Their side dishes are good but unless I'm an 80lb model, I will never get full. Which leads me to my next criticism. Their price to serving size ratio is horrendous. This place must makes a huge ROI. I mean the service was decent, decor was nice. I wouldn't have a problem eating dinner here if it was someone's decision but I wouldn't be a destination pick for me. I have to go to a bar and drink my Sunday night away, so I'm going to leave this review short and sweet. Check us out next time, when we head to a new destination showing you the best diners, drive-ins and dives! Or something like that....
(3)
Jia H.

Fall off the bone rotisserie chicken at its finest! Get the stir-fried veggies as one of your sides. The steak and sangria are excellent as well. There was no wait to eat at the bar. Bi-Rite is a short walk away if you have room for dessert. I'll definitely be back soon for the amazing food and friendly service.
(5)
Johnson S.

I've come here a few times already but I guess I never wrote a review for it. Such a shame! This was the first place I dined at that exposed me to Peruvian food... since then I've become a ceviche fiend! Place can get pretty packed but they have additional seating downstairs as well. Service... can be a hit or miss. I remember getting pretty good service when I first came here, but recently for fathers day, the service was kind of lacking. I love the ceviche here, the mixto and the leche tigre are my favorites here. Flavorful and the right amount of acid that brings it to the next level! The chicken here is amazing! Yeah... it's a bit pricey for chicken... but it's flavorful, moist, and the pieces are pretty big compared to other places where the chicken looks like it's been starved. The waiter got us to order some special with fries under and fried chicken pieces and some sauce drizzled over as an appetizer... and I actually really liked it. I just wish he wasn't talking so fast so I knew what exactly I said yes to ordering! Yucca fries here are good, nice plump pieces. Yeah, it's only 4 pieces... but it's large enough where you can cut it up and everyone gets a piece! The sauces to dip the chicken and fries are really good too... savor it though, cause it costs money to refill that sauce! The lomito saltado I would probably skip, just because it was kind of dry and compared to the other dishes, it just didn't stand out in flavor. The beef tongue here is really good and I would definitely recommend to anyone! You can't even tell that it's tongue and they made it pretty tender, so it's not chewy like other times when you may be eating tongue. Besides, it's pretty flavorful, so you would think you're eating beef if you didn't know it was tongue! Now the paella... I would skip. I've had some really good paella but limon disappointed me in that department. The rice was soggy, flavor of the rice kind of reminded me of when I was a kid and eating rice-a-roni (ah, those were the days) and they're pretty skimpy on the seafood. Nothing too special, unless you're really craving rice-a-roni. Finally, we got the grilled skirt steak which wasn't anything special, but I would order that over the saltado. The skirt steak was sitting in a puddle of sauce, which wasn't bad but I felt that it overpowered the steak. Overall, the meal was good and. Reservations are definitely recommended since this place can get pretty packed.
(4)
Phillip D.

The roasted chicken is so good my sister, who hails from Phoenix, won't go anywhere else when she is in town. Also for all you Paleo types out there, roasted chicken, yucca fries and the delish steamed veggies fills the bill!
(4)
Maulik S.

I've been to Limon several times, and the food is always great. We gorged on the chicken, the yucca fries, the truffle mac & cheese, and veggie empanadas. The only reason it loses a star is the noise. We were there on a Saturday night at 8 p.m., and the inside acoustics were deafening. We had to scream to hear each other.
(4)
Loren John B.

I love burritos. I love Mission burritos. I love carne asada. Why mention that? Well, I have come to the conclusion that I need to try more Latin American fare, and Limon was near the top of my list. I had an excellent meal at Parada 22 in the Haight yesterday, and I just finished a great Peruvian lunch. I came a little past noon, and there was ample seating available. I'd say it was about 2/3 full for lunch before 1. The one thing that drew me to this place was the chicken. I read good things about it, and decided to give it a try. I realized that the quarter dark meat portion is actually a darn good deal for $10 since it came with 2 sides and the sauces. I opted for the yucca fries and the tacu tacu (rice mixed with beans). I didn't need to, but I also ordered the truffle mac and cheese. The waiters were friendly, and I actually had 2 different waiters check up on me. Weird, but good to know they are looking out for you. Its also nice that they hand you a whole jar of water to refill your glass whenever you see fit, though at one point a waitress refilled my glass with her own pitcher. Nothing wrong with that. More water for me! So it took a little less than 10 minutes for my food to come out, and man did I savor it. The truffle mac and cheese was great! The amount of cheese and truffle oil in every bite was great, and the noodles were cooked just right. It is good enough to share between 2-3 people, or even one person if that is all they plan on eating. Someone enlighten me on how mac and cheese is Peruvian. Just curious, but I'm glad it was on the menu. I'm a dark meat kind of guy, and I expected it to be cooked with enough flavor. The chicken was cooked perfectly, even the skin! However, I felt the skin was a little too salty for my taste. The tacu tacu was a great compliment, and I'm glad I ordered it instead of regular fries or plain rice. All the sauces tasted delicious without it being too heavy. I made sure to incorporate their sauces as much as possible, and I'm generally a fan of chimichurri sauce too. They yucca fries were just ok. I had it a lot when I visited Costa Rica a couple years back. I mean, I like french fries in general, but it was nice to eat something a little different than what I would normally get. Of course, the sauce was a good dip for the fries. Delicious overall, and a simple yet pleasant lunch experience in the Mission. Seriously that chicken platter for $10 is a steal. I'd definitely come back here.
(4)
Sonya Z.

Pretty good noms. Ceviche De Pescado Y Camaron - Decent NOMS Jalea - Mixture of crispy seafood, yucca and salsa criolla served with huacatay tartar sauce: This was OKaaayy...it was just like fried fish sticks with tartar. Nothing super special. Carne empanadas - Major NOMS Truffle Mac and Cheese - This is Peruvian...? The biggest NOMS! Most importantly they have one cocktail you have to get. It's the SALTY one. Salty limon or something. That was the biggest drinkable NOMS.
(4)
Jina L.

Food = not bad Service = terrible I was going to let our experience here slide but being that it's already past 2 months and it still makes me upset when I remember our experience here, I think it's best if I share it on yelp. My fiancÃ© and I, along with two other friends, decided to check out this place on New Year's Eve for our final dinner of 2014. We were extremely excited that we were able to squeeze in a reservation at 7 pm. When we had arrived, just as we had expected, the place was packed and extremely busy. But being that the restaurant was incredibly high rated on Yelp, we assumed that the staff would be able to handle the chaos. We were seated right next to the main entrance. There was a crowd of people standing right next to us, waiting to be seated. Although it was a bit uncomfortable having them stare at us while we ate, we brushed it off and agreed not to let it ruin our dining experience. As time passed, more and more people started to squeeze their way into the front of the restaurant. It got to the point where every five seconds, someone, including the waitstaff, would bump into my fiance's chair or his elbow. At this point, we were surprised that the staff didn't request to have some of the customers wait outside. There was absolutely no room to even walk. Once we received our entrees, the bumping and crowding was getting a little out of hand, so we decided to notify the waiter of the situation. The waiter shouted, "please move back" just once, and then ran off to take care of his other orders. It did nothing. A few minute later, a lady customer walking over to the bar had bumped into my fiance's elbow pretty hard. Instead of apologizing, she had decided to pick a fight with him and started complaining how his elbow was in her way. He was just trying to eat his food. (sigh...) We really didn't want to make a big scene at the restaurant so we just let the lady finish complaining, and decided to inform the manager of what was turning out to be a very disappointing experience. When the manager came to speak with us, I kindly let him know of the situation, and all he could say was "I'm sorry. It's just really busy today. There's nothing we could do." As the crowd got bigger, people were actually pushing into my fiance's elbow while he attempted to finish eating. We called the manager over and showed him exactly what we were talking about and again he apologized, asked the customer to move back just once, (which again did nothing) and then ran off to take care of other things. They were doing nothing to fix the situation. When we received our check, the manager told the waiter "give them a free dessert," as if it would make amends for our horrible experience. Unfortunately, we didn't want to even stay there a second longer. We left and agreed to never return. This situation could have been easily fixed if they had just kindly asked their customers to wait outside. If that wasn't doable, they should not have squeezed our table right by the entrance in the first place. We really had expected a lot more from a restaurant that's rated so highly on Yelp.
(1)
Raina B.

So, I'm going to be honest, I don't love this place. I have not ordered the chicken though, so for those of you that are going for chicken, this is probably not a relevant review. Things that I have had here: - Ceviche de Pescado - this was good, but not great. I have had better in the city so I probably would not get this again. - ChampiÃ±ones - Meh. They didn't have much of a choice in veggie options to begin with and they were all out of the veggie empanadas so I ordered this. They were okay but not something I would go out to eat. - Queso empanada - This was my favorite out of what I ate because of the chimichurri sauce. I looooveee chimichurri sauce. I was bummed they were out of the veggie though so I would probably order that over the queso as it's not too flavorful. The person I went with got rotisserie chicken and devoured it so maybe that is the dish worth going for. I would not recommend Limon for vegetarians though.
(3)
Paula C.

Just left there and wanted not to have written a not so good review ,but felt I needed to give the owners this feed back ,have eaten here loads of times and have recommend friends and family ,but tonight service was awful staff look stress out running around like chickens with there heads cut off we waited longer than usual for food ,which wasn't too bad ,food was basically dumped on our table never seen a waited again until we flagged down a waiter for the bill we had planned on having desert but decided not to as one we weren't ask and didn't know if we did how long the wait would be ,so my opinion understaffed and doing a lot of to go orders ,sorry to say service has gone down hill big time part of dining out is the service ,so this two star review is the food good service bad.
(2)
Alison W.

Great food ! Too loud as if you are screaming at one another. I will never come back to this location. The basement smelled like you were eating next to toilet. Wait you are next to toilet. Service was just so so!
(3)
Shirley N.

Yummy yummy yummy. Chicken was tender and freakin bomb so make sure you get some of dat ishhhzzz. Comes with 3 dipping sauces + 2 sides so it's a pretty good deal. Also got the saltado which had lots of flavor but was brimming with oil (it's a fries dish so I didn't expect anything less) for the health conscious. The paella was delicious but I wish the rice:seafood ratio was a little more balanced. Ceviche trio was amazing. Fresh citrus marinated fish with pine and corn nuts delicately scattered around the plate. I'll be back to try the chicharron (which ran out when we wanted to order it .. must be popular!) Service was great. Lots of seating despite its popularity (there's an upstairs and downstairs) but you can always make reservations to be safe. Also they played EDM the whole time we were here. EAT PERUVIAN FOOD, RAVE N BE HAPPY AT LIMON ROTISSERIE.
(4)
Rupz M.

We had a reservation and we reached 15 mins early. We barely waited at the bar for 5 mins before getting our tables. The pisco sours were amazing(especially the lychee). We had pollo empanada , lomita saltado (It has a lot of french fries but then its in the description), Lengua (amazing), championees and beef ribs . I liked all their dishes. The service was prompt and courteous. We got a seat downstairs and it was noisy, but its a Saturday and this is a popular spot. we had a great great time. If its a weekend, don't go without a reservation. they don't take walk-ins. the bar is full service but you have to wait to get a spot, and there is not much space.
(5)
Chris S.

Great food! I think I just had an unfortunate experience, my friends and I waited nearly 30minutes for our drinks and 40 for our food. The portions were kind of small, but I think I was more surprised by their small portions because we waited for such a long time. Once we began eating we realized we wanted to order more but we were cautioned that there was a good amount of time we had to wait for our food. In the end, the manager was very polite and she (without asking) gave us yucca fries on the house and we were very pleased but long story short, order more food you think! Overall though it was a great place and the food was good!
(3)
Nikita K.

I loved it! Pasion (9th and irving) used to be my favorite Peruvian spot, but after my poor visit last time, I decided I needed to try something new. And Limon was delicious and probably even more authentic. Of course the location is a bit difficult to get to, and parking is also a challenge, but the food is probably worth it. For the menu we got: -Liche tigre: ceviche, good as expected, very salty -Empanada de carne: amazing, more meat than bread -Carne a la Parilla: too good for words, melts in your mouth, and came with this delicious crunchy rice -Truffle Mac n Cheese: I am a huge mac n cheese fan, and this one had more cheese than mac which I always appreciate -1/2 Pollo: this is their specialialty, and honestly I would pass next time, it is nothing too special, simple baked chicken -Bandido: can't leave without dessert, so so so much chocolate, my favorite. Overally, highly recommended.
(5)
Elton F.

okay, get reservations on a friday or saturday, or else, you are never going to eat. We showed up @ 7:00PM to put our names down to eat, lady told us 35-45 minutes. We left and came back after 20 and hung around the bar for our seats. We had 5 in our party and figured it wouldn't take too long. Let's begin. drinks ordered, round of pisco sours, yum, drink of choice at this place, get it. 30minutes later, waitlist hasn't budged one name. round 2 of pisco sours, with 2 appetizers, yucca fries, double yum. 30 minutes later, really hungry now. Asked the host what the deal was and she said that reservations take up the whole place and IF there are tables, then they refer to the waitlist, otherwise the reservations get tables first. This is when we start to get really angry, this policy is fine, and it's great that they can work off reservations only all night, but it's absolutely awful and not very great service orientation if you don't let the patrons know what the reality of the situation is. To tell us 30 and have us wait for 2 hours, didn't give us much an option of decide for ourselves how to organize our night, instead stood for and hour and a half. So we spent the last hour ordering at the bar instead and eating standing, which wasn't an issue but, had we known the wait was long, we wouldn't have been so frustrated. Anyways, after the food came we all were happy again (easily pleased crowd). We made the order simple, lots of orders of qtr chicken dark with tacu tacu and more yucca fries, veggie empanadas, truffle mac & cheese and ceviche. Mac and cheese was definitely amazing, its always nice to eat a super creamy mac n cheese. Chicken was really good as well with some exciting spices and moist meat. Will come back for the food, I was here before on a weekday and just did a walk in right around dinner time and it was fine. But Fri & Sat are crazy days to come here I guess.
(3)
Nancy F.

The food is amazing. My husband bring me there one time and I fall in love with the food, we like to drive far away for good food. Everybody should try if I am so sorry to say this but the service is bad, I am a waitress so I know what I am talking about, I ask very kindly if the can change my silverware cause they was dirty the waitress very rudely take it and bring my new silverware but more dirty and she was very rude. The place is little dirty so I think when it's not busy the could clean. Tables are so stiky .
(2)
Chris B.

I took two friends here, We got the half Chicken, with Yuca Fries, and sweet Potato Fries then added in the Tartara de Tuna Ceviche, the Lomito Saltado, and the Pollo Empanadas. Let me start with, everything was really good made all that much better by the sauces. but the Ceviche was the best part followed closely by the half chicken's seasoning. The only down side I would say is we were there for at most an hour (sit down to stand up) and it felt like we were being rushed after the first 30 minutes, basically from the moment our food was down. The restaurant is has a nice environment. I'd recommend showing up early (6p) but the time we left at 7ish there was already a couple dozen people waiting outside. Yes I understand this may explain the down side mentioned above. Still highly recommend this place.
(4)
WinÃ© C.

We were here for a friends' bday. Parking was a little on the difficult side and we were a little late coming in and while the downstairs area was shoulder to shoulder, the upstairs wasn't anything too packed. Drinks and food all get high marks from me when I'm at Limon. The Sangria was delicious and robust with the type of fruit taste you would expect from an alcoholic beverage. The chicken dripping in a marination that I barely wanted to taint with the provided sauces. Also, they make a steak that was equally as good if not better. There was also a beef tongue that I hungrily devoured. I'm not going to lie and tell you that I don't think Limon is pricey, is it even worth the price? That's still questionable. But I can tell you that there aren't many places where you can get a replication of these flavors and combinations of foods together done this well. Worth it to pay the price? Enjoy!
(4)
Ricardo H.

Great- yucca, ceviche (red snapper),chimichurri sauce Good- chicharon de pollo, 1/4 of chicken I liked it all, only complaint was that I found the 1/4 of a chicken a bit salty/ over seasoned, and a little dry. It might have been a one time occurrence, so I will definitely try it again. Better than another Peruvian place located on a pier. Price and flavor. Service was ok.
(4)
Lisa W.

What a neat little spot! I prefer steak over chicken, but in this case, the rotisserie chicken was good! This place was packed, even at 9pm. We had reservations but still had to wait like 15i-20 minutes... Service was alright too... By the time we got seated, the place was almost closing... We ordered: beef tongue over mash potatoes, a whole rotisserie chicken, ceviche mixto with the sweet potatoe fries and tacu tacu. The rotisserie chicken was a very big portion size, and really good for the amount! The beef tongue was really good, but a little too much salt added. The ceviche was good too, the sauce on it was what all ceviche should taste like, the portion on the ceviche could be a little bigger, but it tasted really fresh. But anyway, I would love to come back here and get my chicken on!
(4)
Divya R.

Let me get straight to the point: Ensalada Rusa: Delicious, delicious, utterly delicious. This is NOT your usual beet salad; this salad came with chunky cubes of beets and potatoes, shredded carrots, sliced avocado, green beans, and corn tossed in an oh-so-divine creamy sauce. One look at the salad, and I was convinced I had to order another dish, but halfway through the starch-fest, I realized I'd have trouble just finishing the salad. This is a must-try for vegetarians. Yucca fries and sweet potato fries: Standard stuff, nothing out of the ordinary. The dipping sauces that came with the fries were the bomb! Service: Not bad, not great. 4 stars for the food, 2 stars for the service.
(4)
Julianne S.

I liked this place a lot. I was craving good, roasted chicken and that's what we got! between 4 of us we ordered 1 Whole Chicken (which comes with 2 sides, we go the seasonal veggies and yuca fries)...we also ordered one "Small Plate", the mushroom dish. Everything was very tasty. The restaurant is kind of small itself, so I would make reservations of you are going out on a weekend or Thursday. The sangria was really good--kind of cinnamon-nutmegy. Overall, it was a great dining experience. No crazy decor and no fancy, avant-garde dishes, but just good food.
(4)
Quyen B.

We came here to celebrate a friend's birthday. I don't typically order chicken at a restaurant since I am afraid that if they don't cook it right it can be very dry. I am more of a dark meat eater and not so much of a chicken breast kind of gal. Since the restaurant is known for their chicken, we had to order the rotisserie chicken. Wow, the chicken was moist and flavorful. Their mac and cheese was also good. I took 1 star off because they charged us for the hot sauce without the warning.
(4)
Frangelico V.

The food is delicious but very small. The quality of the food is good so the price might be right. However, the service is very bad. Waiters give attitude for no reason. The cooks are incredible though
(4)
Sahil S.

I've been to the Van Ness location twice, but never been to the Valencia location. The food is freaking fantastic! I highly recommend the Lengua a la Parilla (beef tongue), ceviche, and the empanada. The Arroz con Mariscos was the paella that appealed to me the most on the menu, but they were out of most of the ingredients so I could not try that one. Instead we tried the Picante de Mariscos, which was a different type of paella than I've had before in that this one had a side of rice instead of being cooked in the gravy. I didn't, but others thought that it was the best paella they've had. From among the beverages, the Cuzquena Peruvian beer was a hit with me.
(4)
Duke T.

Limon Rotisserie definitely lives up to the hype. I thought maybe it was the feelings of trying something new and decided not to let it change my opinion but i went back a second time and it was still just as delicious. While the sitting area may look small they also have a downstairs which holds a lot more people. Be sure to make reservations because they are almost always packed with a minimum waiting time of 40-1 hr during dinner. Hands down one of the best Ceviche i've ever had, light and refreshing and the addition of corn nuts adds the great crunchy texture that can't be beat. The Chicharron de polo was nice and crispy and i couldn't stop myself from devouring the whole plate to myself, it's only a couple of pieces but a great order in addition to their other items. The empanadas i thought was only okay, they weren't anything extraordinary. the lomo saltado however is juicy and tender and just punches you in the face with the flavor. Definitely make sure you splurge and get the extra sauces also as they add a great accompaniment and depth to the dishes. This place is so good i've never had the time to sit down and take everything in as both times i've gone we were done with dinner within 45 minutes! Definite must if you're craving good food.
(4)
John G.

The server was swift when i needed a seating that was ADA approved because i am handicapped
(5)
Alejandra R.

Food is awesome, not too many yummy veggie entrees, I ordered the sautÃ©ed mushrooms, I thought hey were overpriced, almost $11 for no more than 8 button mushrooms. I was disappointed when I got my veggie entree. Everything else excellent!
(5)
Mark W.

The food and food preparation was excellent. Their Rotissere chicken was incredible. My friend was lactose intolerant so we couldn't try the truffle mac & cheese. We settled on the sweet potato fries which in their perfectly seasoned, crisped exterior served as the perfect complement to the chicken including Limon's fried chicken version which we also ordered. We rounded out the meal with veggies and a salad which was similar to a light but very flavorful potato salad. Overall, I was pleased with how we were treated and seated. However, we had a particular male server who was only modestly responsive to our requests. For instance, we had to remind him to bring our first round of water and drinks twice and then waited an oddly long time for the second round, forcing us to remind him again. Perhaps, it was a busy night. However, my date commented on feeling rushed further evidenced by our bill arriving without being first asked if we'd finished. I'd write this off as an isolated and my server comments are not meant to imply all servers operated this way. It was our individual experience with a less than friendly server. Ambience? Great. I believe it a bit more intimate than the Valencia location and not merely because of it's lesser size, but also the general atmosphere. I liked the space Definitely make reservations for the weekend Well done, Limon.
(4)
Carlos O.

The food is great. Constumer service was bad. I came with a friend, so she could appreciate our delicious Peruvian cuisine. She did love it (food is great)The waiter was a little rude as soon as we got in the table, he threw the menus in the table. It is the first time I have seem someone threw the menu in the table. As much as I love peruvian food, I dont think I would like to come here again. Please: Improve your costumer service. March 10 around 3.30pm Thank you.
(2)
Irma R.

This rating is for this location only. I hadn't been to this location in years, mainly because I usually go to the 3rd St location. Parking is terrible in this area and the restaurant is always crowded. First off I have to say the hostess is beyond rude here, she might have been new. But when we arrived she was on the phone and did not acknowledge us at all. Thankfully there was a brunette girl also working and she was friendly and helped us right away. Meanwhile the other just gave us dirty looks. We were seated and service was a bit slow. The restaurant was already packed and our server had many tables. The food overall was just okay. I'm a huge fan of the cheese empanadas but at this location they weren't that good. Seemed that they might have been pre-made and frozen then fried. What I was most shocked about was that they no longer serve coffee..... What restaurant doesn't have coffee to go with desert! The Sangria was pretty bland, and the order in which the food came was totally off. I was so disappointed in the lack of service and then how ridiculously the prices have gone up here and the servings are just as small. At least when I go to the 3rd street location the people there are accommodating and friendly.
(2)
Kore T.

Came here with a friend on a tuesday evening. The line was reasonable: about a 20 minute wait for a table, but we just decided to grab a seat at the bar. Atmosphere was decent, with a dimly lit dining area and an array of local hipsters surrounding you, it really contributes to the hip and diverse feel of the mission (which was by the way named the second best neighborhood in the nation for hipsters, according to Huff Post). We got the Ceviche De Pescado (red snapper), the beef tongue plate and yuca fries. When the Ceviche first came out I was a little disappointed at how small the portion looked, but when I dug in I realized that small portion was actually a larger portion compressed in some way to make it look like a small cute little appetizer. I do have to say though, it was the BEST CEVICHE I'VE EVER HAD!! Holy mother of yeezus, the red snapper was so fresh and tasty with the perfect amount of zest thrown on it. The beef tongue was decent as well, but a little on the salty side. Yuca fries: ehh, a little too bland and flavorless when you eat it without the sauces they provide. Overall the ceviche was amazing, the atmosphere did us good and we had a super chill evening. The one thing I would complain about is the service at the bar. The bartender looked like he was having a bad day and didn't even smile or acknowledge us even once when we ordered or asked for recommendations. Cheer up dude!!
(4)
Mimi V.

YUM YUM YUM! I just fell in love with Peruvian food because of Limon Rotisserie. I highly recommend the vegetable empanadas, chicken (whole for 4, half for 2) with the veggies and tacu tacu. The empanadas are so flavorful and had great texture. The chicken was so moist and juicy - probably some of the best chicken I've ever had in my life. You don't need sauce for most of their dishes, but the sauces are so great - why do without?! The area isn't necessarily the best, but parking isn't too horrendous either so I'll take it! Multiple coworkers recommended this place to me, and I'm so glad they did. It was delicious and a fairly cheap meal for the city. I plan on coming back here again very soon!
(5)
Ralph L.

I have bee here many times.... Outstanding food and service! Love the ceviche mixto, chicaron de polo, yuca Frits and beef younger rock !!! Best Limon Resturant in SF hands down. Never a bad meal or drink, ever! Recommend to all who are in the mood for amazing food
(5)
Tessa M.

Food is ok. Service can be bad at peak times. Be sure to check your credit card statement because they overcharged mine! Also their customer service sucks when you try to get them fix the dispute. Not returning for sure!
(1)
Chary E.

Since I was craving for some more peruvian food, we chose to dine here on a busy friday night. Thank goodness for reservations!! Pisco is always a good start, along with some ceviche. My brother ordered the truffle mac and cheese as an appetizer and boy was it good. Just the right balance of cream and cheese and the perfect amount of truffle oil to makes it one of the best truffle mac and cheeses i have ever trued(even better than michael mina's IMO.) We had the roasted chicken (which tastes exactly like La Granja) moist, flavorful and super tender. Don't forget to try their peruvian paella as well! Overall the food was great, the ambience was cool and I will definitely come back!
(4)
Ian G.

Had the seafood paella and yuca fries. Decent food. Not the best Peruvian I've had. They seem a little pretentious. They are trying to elevate Peruvian food to the next level but don't quite hit the mark. A little pricey too. $17.95 for a small plate of paella. I probably won't return.
(3)
Tiff C.

Came here the other night with a few friends. Made last minute reservations through open table. We were late but they still accommodated us since they weren't that busy. Still as good as the first time. Chicken is still amazing and juicy. In love with the yucca fries and all the sauces to dip them in. Got the tuna tartare this time and love it with the chips. Has great flavor... I mean everything had great flavor. We also got the truffle mac and cheese which I liked better this time than the last time I had it. Everything was delicious and service was pretty good.
(4)
Tina Y.

Came here after hearing stories about inexpensive, fall-off-the-bones chicken. Those descriptions were accurate; you get a whole lotta chicken for a great price. Three of us split a salad and a whole chicken with its included 2 sides + sauces and were satiated. The chicken was flavorful, tender, and plentiful. Sides were fine, not particularly stand-out but they were sauteed vegetables and yuca fries, so expectations weren't high. The beet salad was interesting - in a good way. Food came out instantly, which was a pleasant surprise for three hungry campers. Overall, had friendly and helpful service and enjoyed the meal! If you enjoy more privacy or have a large group, consider asking if downstairs seating is available; it's a bit darker but there's a bar, TV, and plenty of tables.
(4)
MB V.

Nom Nom Nom...Great delicious food. Who would have thought this place has a bottom seating / bar area. * Whole Chicken - served with two sides. Yuca Fries and Sweet Potato fries. The chicken was pretty tender and flavorful. * Ceviche Mixto - Yummy. * Lomito Saltado with rice - this dish was pretty good. They don't give you much beef * Lengua a la Parilla (Beef Tongues) - Salty * Seco de Costillas (Beef Ribs) - Tender but quite salty * Truffle Mac & Cheese - SOOO GOOD!!!! * Chicken and Carne Empanadas - The chicken is WAY better than then beef * Carne a la Parilla (Skirt Steak) - LOVE IT. The Entrees serving sizes are petit so we ended up doubling on some of the orders. Dinner of 7 came out close to $300. It isn't cheap, but I am glad to have tried it while in SF.
(5)
Shine S.

I should have written this earlier when I first are at this place. But then again - it's the remnant memories that makes a person come back. I remember I wanted Peruvian chicken. This is very difficult to find in the Bay Area unlike my previous area. I went and conquered! But I never came back because of parking and I just kept forgetting this in comparison to "El Pollo Ala Brasa" Washington, D.C. The service was great and I ordered a bit of everything but nothing stood out including the chicken - well - take it back service was superb :) Overall I'd say this is average for my taste
(3)
Kayla R.

This place was amazing! The chicken was great, as was the ceviche. I really liked the sauces that came with the meal, I used them on the fries and the chicken! Will definately be visiting this restaurant again! It is a little loud but thats to be expected when the meals are ordered "family style."
(5)
Margaret L.

I left this place content. The cerviche and the sauces left me happy with a full tummy. So this place is famous for their rotisserie chicken, so I had to get an order of it. I got the quarter chicken and shared with my friend. I thought the chicken was moist and tender. It wasn't anything that wow or amazed me. It did taste better with the sauces that came on the side. I love the sauces, just smother everything in the sauces. I like the green one and the spicy one. We got a side of yucca fries and the side of vegetables. I like the yucca fries, so crispy. Again, very good with the side of sauces (these are the sauces for the chicken but I used it for other things). I like the vegetables, it's tasty. However, it reminds me of how I make my stir-fry, so it's nothing special. I really like the cerviche, it's very lemon-y. It's good with the green sauce (that comes with the chicken) as well. The sauce in the cerviche is good. This location is at the corner, easy to find. It's probably not in the best neighborhood, there's not much around here. For UCSF students, I took the shuttle to MCB and I walked there. It was relatively close, but there's bus stops nearby as well.
(4)
Kris H.

The food is great all around, but make sure not to get seated in the basement, it's a noisy dungeon down there!
(3)
Lia R.

Came here with the family for a post-graduation dinner. The service was excellent - the server, Carlos, was very friendly and helped us pick an appropriate amount of food for 6 people. We ordered a half chicken with vegetables and sweet potato fries. The daily special: rib-eye with chimmichuri, vegetables, and mashed potatoes. Tartara de Tuna (ceviche) and a salad. The food came out very fast and was delicious! The chicken was especially wonderful. It was so good and moist it didn't even need the sauces, but the sauces were excellently flavored as well! The amount of food ended up being perfect and the bill broke down to less than $20 a person (including 3 drinks). Great place for any size of group!
(5)
Angelina A.

SERVICE - horrible! OMG! Sat there for a good 15-20 minutes without even getting water. (But I'm hoping that's because it was Carnival in SF a couple blocks away so it was super packed) FOOD - absolutely delicious! EVERYTHING was good! From the sangria to the truffle Mac and cheese to the rotisserie chicken to the chicken chicharones, the list goes on! (Can you tell we were hungry?) I would give a full five stars if it weren't for the service, but I'm hoping it was a one-time thing. So I'll def be back for the awesome food!
(4)
Sukhada P.

Really good food!!! Chicken is amazing and so is the Paella... But it was so crowded that we had to scream to actually talk to each other. Service was too slow as well.
(4)
Brian L.

Very good food. The chicken is the signature dish, and does not disappoint. The sauces to go along where also plenty good. Service was attentive and very friendly. The restrooms are awesome, worth a pit stop if you are eating here just to see.
(4)
Eric G.

My girl and I come here and order so much food you can barely see the table. Some of our favorites are: the ceviche mixto, rotisserie chicken, and truffle mac n' cheese. So good.
(5)
Kelly M.

This place it's pretty good for small bites and the drinks are really good. They are fast and have good service, I love their rotisserie chicken and their sauces are the best :)
(4)
Matt Y.

2/24/13 Dinner 4* for Rotisserie. 3.5* Overall. The Golden Rule: Always make reservation for this place. They get busy and the wait can be long. The wait here at the S. Van Ness location is not as crazy as Valencia, but I still highly recommend a reservation. You're warned now. We came here for a quick dinner because we crave the rotisserie chicken. For half a chicken, you get both dark and white meat. All portions come with two sides, and we had the fries and mixed vegetables. They were rather mediocre. Fries were not crunchy and the vegetables not memorable. The well-seasoned and tasty chicken is the highlight. I always eat my chicken with the flavored arroz. Lomito Saltado is a Peruvian dish that has Asian influences onsisting of strips of sirloin marinated in vinegar, soy sauce and spices, then stir fried with red onions and tomatoes. It's served on fries here so the fries are soggy. It's always a favorite but last night's was a bit salty. Service was friendly but a bit rushed. They plopped down your food almost immediately after you ordered, and check is delivered before you even finish your drink. Overall it's good meal, the rotisserie chicken alone is worth four stars.
(4)
Helen T.

Had to wait for awhile, but once we ordered the food, it came out super quickly! We went a little crazy and got the following for 5 of us hungry peoples: 3 orders of truffle mac and cheese: Amazing amazing. We initially got 2 orders, but decided to get a third one because it was soo good! 2 orders of ceviche: it was fresh, but I think it might have tasted better with chips included! Pollo a la brasa (whole chicken): flavorful. Goes well with the sauces they give you. Sweet potato fries: Great with the sauces. 2 orders of Lomo saltado: My favorite dish here, hands down. The meat was tender and the sauce was so good, we wanted to dip bread, rice, anything in it! Highly recommended. Pitcher of Sangria: Was not too sweet and perfect with everything we had! Wish there were more pieces of fruit in it though. About $30 a person for our feast.
(5)
Mz. Opinionated Z.

I use to enjoy eating at this place when they first opened...food was fresh and had some power flavors. However, let's be honest the portions were always skimpy and overpriced. But, when you get reheated rotisserie chicken that is the WORST!! We use to come here for their fresh, hot, juicy, tender, well flavored chicken. Now its soggy, dry, and gross. I felt my money was wasted...I will not be returning for pollo recalentado...no thanks! Make sure if you decide to go that you visually see your chicken coming off that rotisserie!! BOOM!
(1)
D D.

Alright, there are probably only a handful of places where every.single.plate.of.food is awesome! Limon is definitely one of them. My friends and I were here celebrating a birthday. What we ate: Beef tongue - absolutely 'melt in your mouth' stuff Whole rotisserie chicken - perfectly cooked and succulent; I think the skin was my favorite part Mixed ceviche - I am not normally a huge ceviche person but this was really good Yuca + sweet potato fries - yumm Tuna tartare - fresh as it could be. Mac and cheese - who doesnt like a good mac and cheese, eh ? This was was an exceptional mac n cheese Lomo saltado - perfectly cooked steak strips with fries and onions Everything on the menu was perfectly seasoned and cooked to perfection. Their drinks were good too - I had the el cholo which I really liked. Probably could have done with a lil more whiskey. I am half tempted to take away a star coz the music downstairs was too loud. Will definitely be coming back here soon.
(5)
Robert B.

We had high hopes going in as part of trying new Peruvian restaurants whenever we can. Ambiance casual, slightly Mission hipster, good smells and very friendly staff. Our waiter was helpful and guided us thru the menu and the food came out very fast (we were there a bit on the early side like 6pm so it wasn't yet crowded). The Menu was a bit limited as I tend to try to avoid beef, so there was the chicken, and a lot of fried food. Food was not as good as I hoped though. Had the 1/2 Rotisserie chicken which was on the dry side and a bit salty. The Ceviche Mixto had nice ceviche bite, but I would swear there was a bit of "fishy" (as in spoiled) taste. We did have the fried seafood which was good if you like battered / fried food. The Yukon Vegies were fine, and the Empanadas were quite good (but deep fried too). One person had their special, Mediterranean Octopus which was ok if you like big pieces of Octopus tentacles. So maybe our expectations were too high, but we won't be making this a favorite place to go.
(3)
Chase B.

The rotisserie chicken and the dipping sauces are amazing! Don't forget to try the leche de tigre ceviche and Peruvian potatoes! Delicious!
(5)
Angel V.

Great smooth spot in the heart of the inner mission. Cozy venue for date night or group of friends. The rotisserie chicken is tasty. Try "Tigre de Leche" a ceviche appetizer served in a shot glass. Sangria or Pisco Sour you choose! Mango flan for dessert! It's a wrap!
(5)
Tiffany T.

Everything here is really good! Must try the chicken! It's the best thing on the menu!! We got: Tuna tar tar Ceviche mixto Lomo saltado Chicken!!! Jalea Side of mushrooms Side of vegetables (perfectly sautÃ©ed). For drinks get the lychee Peruvian drink
(4)
Sandy T.

I've been here twice. The first time was superb - delicious food and wonderful service. The second time was a-ok - chicken was dry and salty and the waiter forgot how much we paid... In the end, I am still a fan but not sure when I'll be back again. POLLO A LA BRASA (whole chicken) The rotisserie chicken was delicious! Very tender and juicy with an herby crisp layer of skin, mmm. Three sauces were included - two of which had an aioli consistency and the other (and my favorite) has herbs & oil. However, when I came back a second time, the chicken was dry and really salty... to the point that I needed to drink water after every few bites. Each order of chicken comes with two sides and I've tried: YUCA FRIES The yuca fries were well-fried and had a slightly heavy and creamy texture to it. I wasn't IN LOVE with it but it was still good. VEGETABLES The veggies side was nicely sauteed and is a great break from all the meats. SWEET POTATO FRIES I don't normally like sweet potato fries but these were quite good. CHEVICHE MIXTO Calamari, tiger shrimp and fish with citrus-based juice and corn bits. Cheviche is a relatively new phenomenon for me but I quite love it because of the sour "kick" and the raw fish. There were plenty pieces of each to go around too. The corn bits were different from traditional corn; it was larger in size, paler in color and there were cooked and roasted pieces too. LOMITO SALTADO Fries, onions and sirloin strips stir-fried together. The fries were very crispy but the beef was a bit overcooked to my tastes. TRUFFLE MAC'N'CHEESE A very nice carb item for our meal. It tastes just as it sounds. It's a well done mac'n'cheese you'd expect from a restaurant. The truffle flavor was present and did not overwhelm. CARNE A LA PARRILLA Skirt steak dish served with yukon potatoes with a red wine and demi glaze. This was quite delicious and was beautifully presented. The beef here was cooked to pink perfection. LYCHEE SOUR Lychee infused Pisco Porton, citrus, egg whites and bitters. I normally don't like bitters but you can barely taste it in this drink - the lychee flavor ruled all. It was very enjoyable that may be a "girly drink" since you barely taste the alcohol. It ends with a very subtle hint of it then it just disappears. If you like lychee, this is the drink for you. The first time I was here, service was great. Waiters were attentive to our empty plates and cleared the table one dish at a time. We had a quarter chicken leftover and friends pawned it off to me using my birthday as the reason haha. It was the last dish left and for the heck of it, I placed my favorite herb sauce on the plate of chicken, hoping the waiter gets the hint. When the container came back, I opened it and felt like I won the lottery! He poured the herb sauce on the leftover chicken. Thank you, awesome waiter for understanding my subtle hinthint. The second time I was here, we were seated downstairs and it seemed like the waiter wanted us to order drinks. When we decided not to, he walked away before taking our food order. And when we paid for the bill, we had one card and a bunch of cash. Our waiter actually CAME BACK to ask us how much we paid in cash because he "just put the cash away without thinking to count it." Wait, what? You're lucky we weren't sleazy people who would lie about how much we paid.
(4)
Jason P.

The food and drinks were phenomenal and the service was just perfect ! I love this place !
(5)
Alexa H.

The food is really good! But my review is on the SERVICE! Service not so much! I went to Limon last night at about 7pm. Out waiter ERIK was offering drinks as "samples" then charged for them! Also brought appetizers that were never ordered and got charged for them too! Very unprofessional when we pointed it out to him. He asked if we worked in the "industry"? Refused to take items of the bill. After arguing back and foward he finally decided to take the items off the bill after all it was "just $10". That was not the worst part! When he brought back the correct bill he counted the money in front of me and the people I was with! Very rude once again!! Didn't say "bye" "thank you for coming" no departing comment whats so ever! This is a HEADS UP on what they charge on your bill!! Please always check. Especially if your waiter is ERIK!!!
(1)
Sabine K.

I really do not understand the hype about this restaurant. I had been to the Valencia location years ago and remembered it to be ok, not outstanding. The other day I wanted to go to Lolo's, however, they seem to always have a looong wait, so we decided to go to Limon, as they promised over the phone to have a table available and the hype about it doesn't seem to stop. I have to say I am not impressed. The food is not bad (but also not outstanding), but the service and drinks are sub standard. The Sangria I ordered was terrible and I barely drank from it. Any good restaurant would have asked, if I didn't like it and offered to take it off the bill. Not here! Also, when we arrived they wanted to seat us at a table in the basement, which smelled like basement! No wonder they had a table available when other good restaurants have a long wait! The basement was smelly and had no windows. No way I was going to sit there and pay top $$ for my food. We opted to sit at the bar. The food was not bad, but as I said the overall experience was not good. I will not go back.
(2)
Dennis W.

The three traditional staples of Peruvian cuisine are corn, potatoes, and chili peppers; And those ingredients were certainly prevalent in many of the dishes on Limon Rotisserie's menu. We were promptly sat at our reservation time which always starts off the meal proper for me. The interior was unremarkable, however I noticed there were 8 seats at the bar that can accommodate walk in patrons for those that don't feel like waiting for a table. I decided to try the Mango Lemonade and it had the right amount of citrus and mango flavor making for a refreshing drink. We decided on the following small dishes: 1) Yucca fries - Very dry, starchy and bland 2) Vegetales Salteados - Green beans, onions, squash, and bell peppers in a soy based sauce 3) Lomito Saltado - Tender sirloin, tomatoes, onions, and french fries in a soy based sauce 4) Ceviche Mixto - Red snapper, calamari, and tiger shrimp in a citrus, garlic, cilantro, salt sauce 5) Crispy Ceviche - Crispy pieces of Petrole Sole and Yuca served with a shot of Leche de Tigre(citrus based marinade) All of the dishes we tried are recommended except for the Yucca fries which were too starchy and plain for me. I enthusiastically suggest you try the Lomito Saltado. The dishes came out in quick succession and our waiter was attentive, professional, and had a grin on his face all night(which unfortunately, I can't take credit for). Food: 3.5 stars Service 3.5 stars
(3)
Louisa L.

First time here - even thou I'm not a big fan of roasted chicken, I did like limon~ This place was crazily busy. Even with reservation, they won't seat you until everyone is here. 10 of us got seated at the basement - it got pretty hot and stuffy down there.....our server suggested us to do family style, and i thought he basically planned it out for us. We shared some cold and hot plates: ceviche mixto - so yummy! very fresh seafood, nicely flavored. ensalada rusa - if you like beets, you will love this salad. the beets was so sweet and juicy, the yukon potato gave a different texture to the salad. queso and carne empanadas - didn't get to try the beef one but the cheese one was pretty good. love the pastry dough~ jalea - like the ceviche, the seafood was so fresh. lightly fried - crispy on the outside, juicy in the inside. truffle mac and cheese - probably one of the best mac and cheese that i've had~ the smell of cheese was very strong, but the taste was not as strong as the smell. carne a la parrilla - the skirt steak was so good! tender and juicy - i wished i had my own plate~~ At the end we all did have the famous roasted chicken. It was pretty good, a bit salty on the outside, and because i had the dark meat so it wasn't dry. I was not sure how the white meat was but friends were saying it was pretty moist. As for side we got the sweet potato fries (one of the best ever!), sautee rice and beans, vegetables and fried potato (maybe that's the yuca fries? it was good~ like fried mashed potato). Overall food was pretty good~ Even if you are not a fan of roasted chicken, they do serve very good cold and hot plates~~
(4)
Charisa N.

I didn't think I'd enjoy this place as much as I did. We ordered: *Half a Chicken with Yuca Fries and Tacu Tacu - The seasoning on the chicken was typical, it's the juiciness that sets it apart. Tacu Tacu is a must. It tasted like Mexican rice mixed with refried beans and baked! Tuna tartar - yum! Small portion but it was fresh and perfect. Empanadas - I am a sucker for carbs filled with meat and deep fried. Braised short ribs - this was easily our favorite dish. Lomito - Sirloin steak with French fries. This is the only dish we didn't like. Drinks: Lychee Sour was ok. Pisco Sour was disgusting and they were both expensive. This is a great spot for groups. I'll definitely be back!
(4)
Vivian C.

Came here for dinner on a Monday evening around 6:45ish. Ordered the seafood ceviche, chicken empanda, the chicarron de pollo, and the paella. The best dish of the night was the ceviche, which had a generous amount of seafoods, was flavored just right, and pretty yummy. I'd recommend that dish. Everything else fell flat. The chicken empanada was alright, but it didn't really stand out to me in any way. Unmemorable. I wanted the chicarron de pollo because I love fried chicken, but man, this was like fried to a crisp, to the point where it was just really chewy and tough, and somewhat difficult to bite. Not super flavorful too. The paella was on the opposite end of the flavor spectrum: WAY too salty, my god! The service was fine, and the place is cute, so that's where this place gets stars. But food-wise, I wasn't super impressed. Maybe, if I were to come again, I'll order what they're known for: the rotisserie chicken. I saw that on others' tables, and it looked rather yummy.
(3)
Meghan E.

The Good: Anytime you visit a new restaurant and they have a signature dish highlighted in a special box at the top of the menu, you should order that. I took my own advice and ordered half a rotisserie chicken. It was an unqualified success: moist, juicy and flavorful with crisp skin and perfect tone. Accompanied by addictive sweet potato fries and salted vegetables, per the recommendation of the server. I ordered the trio of sauces and would recommend you do the same, despite the less-than-noteworthy chimichurri. The aioli alone is worth it. The table all ordered the Inca Blu, which is unusual and quite good. We tried the ceviche and found it unusual but excellent. Good empanadas, but not the best we've had. Skirt steak did not disappoint, and everyone was full and happy. The Bad: This place has an excellent reputation and it's always packed. We made reservations but still had to wait a bit. It's almost too loud to have a conversation, even with the person directly in front of you. One person at our table ordered hot tea that didn't materialize until we had nearly forgotten about it, and we sent it back. Service is a little harried; it may have been a bad night, or they might need to hire some more help. Overall: Worth it for the roast chicken alone. Everything was delicious at reasonable prices. A little too clumsy and loud, a little too forgetful for 5 stars. Quite good, would go again, would recommend.
(4)
Tiffany W.

One of my favorite restaurants in San Francisco. I like to come here on a monthly basis at least. Reasons why I'm a regular include: - The best damn chicken I've ever had - A variety of tasty dipping sauces - Delicious sides, especially the tacu tacu (sauteed rice and beans) - Cheap pitchers of sangria - EMPANADAS filled with cheese - Creamy mac & cheese that goes oh-so-well with the chicken - Insanely fast service (chicken + sangria are on the table in approximately 2 minutes) - Easy to get reservations for large groups - Super affordable prices Obsessed. With. Limon. For. Life.
(5)
Garett T.

My experience here was lovely, sharing half a rotisserie chicken, some mixed ceviche, Yuca fries and a pitcher of sangria with my date. Little cramped, but we were served quickly by a friendly waiter who even patted me on the back. What I remember most is not the tenderness of the chicken itself (and ohhh was it tender!), but the three Aji dipping sauces served with everything. I liked the hot mustard-like sauce the best, but all 3 were delicious, and were each great compliments to the dishes. Our first meal of the day, this was a very-welcome, savory PM brunch encounter.
(5)
David K.

The chicken was superbly marinated, the Mac n cheese was inedible. The only thing I'd say is don't order a while rotisserie chicken unless 3-4 people are eating it. It's a LOT of food.
(5)
David M.

Cons: Place is pretty loud and reservation times are not loose. Pros: Had one of the best chicken dinners... ever.
(4)
Danielle F.

Was trying to meet a friend in the middle while visiting San Francisco. Something that wouldn't break the bank and wasn't too unhealthy. This fit the bill and was great! We had half a chicken with tacu tacu ( the rice and beans) and the yuca fries. I wouldn't have known there were beans in the tacu tacu if it didn't say so on the menu. I could have done without both of these sides (nothing at all wrong with them just not my favorite). The chicken came with three sauces, two types of aioli ( much thinner than traditional aioli) and a chimichurri. I liked the Aji Amarillo Huacatay (the aioli without mustard) the best. The chicken was very very tasty. I live in Seattle and it reminds me of the sides of chicken that you could get at Passe (RIP they just suddenly shuttered this week!). My favorite dish besides the chicken was the mixed ceviche ( squid, fish and shrimp) the flavor was delicious and had a little kick to it. We also tried two types of empanadas, veggie and queso. Both good but I liked the queso slightly better. Lastly we had the lomo saltado (steak pieces marinated in soy sauce served over fries) we had soooooo much food that next time I would leave this dish out (when ordering for two) but was tasty. It is true that the fries it comes on end up pretty soggy ( not good or bad just the facts). The sangria was also awesome. This place was delicious, it was very affordable and pretty unique. I'd highly recommend it and hopefully will get to check it out again the next time I'm in San Francisco.
(5)
Lisa H.

Excellent food being hindered by poor service. I love the food here, especially the chicken and truffle mac n cheese but the service has really gone down hill. Our server got our drink order wrong, bringing double the bottles we ordered, opening both of them and then having to take one away. Got our appetizer order wrong and had to go back and fix it, then didn't put our entree order in so our table of 8 waited approximately 90 minutes for our entrees. The manager came over to make sure we were doing okay once our food was brought out but everyone was so hungry we didn't really notice much of him. I did however notice that an apology was never given, nor was any kind of compensation for the trouble. Unfortunate experience at a place with incredible food.
(3)
Benjamin A.

Get the chicken and tacu tacu, and you'll need nothing more in your life.
(4)
Sean B.

Another excellent recommendation from a local friend. The setting is upscale gastropub at its finest. The staff were all friendly; casual yet professional. The cocktails are outstanding, some of the best I've had. Addicted to the yucca fries already. Grilled vegetable tapas plate was perfection. The ceviche is world-class. The rotisserie chicken, ironically, was my least favorite dish... though that's what this place is known for. It was still quite good, just didn't stand out from the crowd the way everything else did. Love it. Will be back.
(5)
Connie Y.

I have been coming here quite frequently lately and here's what I have ordered and what I think: CEVICHE PESCADO: It's the red snapper ceviche. It comes with lime juice and I absolutely loved it. I really love raw fish in general! But the lime juice made it really refreshing to start off my meal. TARTARA DE TUNA: This is basically tuna tartare. It comes with a few slices of cucumber, some chips, and the tuna of course! It was really salty so I didn't enjoy it as much. POLLO EMPANADA: Yummmm. Crispy on the outside, chicken on the inside! But the flavoring of the beef one was better. CARNE EMPANADA: Get it! POLLO A LA BRAZA: Such juicy chicken with tasty skin. They also give you 3 kinds of sauces so you can dip your chicken in whatever you want! We ordered two halves so that you get extra sides. I like the yuca fries and vegetables a lot. LOMITO SALTADO: It has sirloin strips and fries together. Although the taste is salty, the sirloin strips were slightly too chewy and the fries were definitely too oily. We didn't even finish it. MANGO PANNA COTTA: I was in dessert heaven! We probably would have licked the plate if we could! The panna cotta was so creamy and just the perfect amount of sweetness. You also get some pineapple with it. Yum! SANGRIA: I love sangria from most places and this place has some good sangria too. Cheers! MARUCAYA SOUR: This one has pisco, passion fruit, lime, and a little bit of egg white. Its presentation isn't very special but it is definitely yummy because it's fruity and sweet. PA BRAVO YO: Pisco, orange, passion fruit, fresh diced strawberries, and some soda water. It looked really pretty, especially with the fresh strawberries in there but it was slightly too strong. As for the service, it varies. When I sat on the bottom floor, they were checking on us so many times that I wish they would leave us alone so we can just talk uninterrupted. When I sat on the main floor, they didn't really check on us at much but it was harder to flag down someone to order more food or dessert. Last note: Make a reservation! On a Thursday night at 7pm ish there was at least a 30 minute wait and when we left around 8:15pm, there was still a lot of people waiting.
(4)
Minh T.

I went here for lunch on my birthday. My gf took me here stating that her co workers really suggested this place. I'm glad she took me here. Although the area was a lil bit ghetto, the restaurant, workers, and owners were really good overall. Host service was good, and we were greeted by the owner. He recommended us the mushroom with melted cheese as an appetizer. WOW, one of the best appetizers I've tried. We were kind of worried about recommendations from some people, but he knew what he was talking about. We also order a two person roast chicken with a side of grilled vegetables and rice. The chicken tasted really good! Love the skin and love the sides. The sauce they brought out had 3 choices. It was all good. Especially the curry tasting one. After a few bites, we were full...The chicken was a bit dry at the middle, but still tasted good with the sauce. We were full until 9 pm and we ate at 1pm. Still, I am a fan now, and definitely coming back.
(5)
Ai L.

came with 12 people and when I made the reservation they didn't mention anything about prefix course. I guess it's not required. and there was also no mention of needing at least 8 out of 12 people to be seated when I made the reservation. I think I would've appreciated if I was informed when I was making the reservation over the phone. I think their policy is fine, but not informing the customers ahead of time is not really appreciated. The hostess/manager said they inform everyone making reservation about it, but I guess they missed me? We ordered quickly once we were seated, 15minutes later. Everything went pretty smoothly after we were seated. I was a bit surprised when they showed me the prefix menu. I was not told that I HAD to order from that and the server was understanding and let us order from the regular menu. It was my first time here. the chicken was delicious and shared a pitcher of sangria. Also, got some enpanadas in assorted flavors. My second favorite (#1 is obviously the chicken) is the mac n cheese. random, but so good :) I think that's all I ate that night. The server was very attentive and helpful. It was very loud in the basement, as there were multiple big parties in the same room. I would recommend it for big groups as long as you are aware that you need a majority of your party there to be seated and you may need to order from prefix menu.
(3)
Eleanor L.

I recently ate here for lunch. It had been awhile since I was here last. I'm removing one star due to the super heavy use of salt. Everyone is very friendly/no issues with service. Regarding the food - I personally found all of the food to be way too salty for me personally. It's better to let ppl add more salt if they like salty food. Unfortunately I probably won't be back mainly because of the overuse of salt. Worth trying: their bottled chicha is very good. Also the music was too loud. The place gets crowded enough without blasting the music as well. Ppl come here to be able to have a conversation without yelling "what??" If you're in the neighborhood, it's worth trying at least once. The accompanying sauces are all very good, but again had too much salt.
(3)
Laura F.

I've only been here once and do want to go back to try some more of their tasty food and sangria but, a few side notes. I had the Carne a La Parilla, medium, which was sooo good! The only thing is all of their plates are kind of small, even though everything I tried was full of flavor and completely satisfied my taste buds, I was expecting slightly larger plates. So, definitely try some of their appetizers like the yucca or sweet potato fries. Another note, they don't have any ketchup for fries which I thought was kind of weird but that's fine I guess. The sangria was one of the best I've had.
(4)
Alice L.

I came here once before and fell in love with the rotisserie chicken. The chicken is moist and very flavorful! Just the right amount of taste! Not super salty. It's now my second time here and I definitely had to order the chicken again. I can eat this chicken for days.. For other foods, I like the ceviche and the rice and beans. I will be back to eat more rotisserie chicken. :)
(5)
Kevin J.

Disappointment results from various phenomena: hype, bad experiences...and very upsetting food! I looked forward to dining at Limon Rotisserie and trying some really good Peruvian food. And boy was I disappointed... From the menu, things sounded really tasty. We ordered a quarter chicken (dark) with sweet potato fries and salad, (2) carne empanadas, and some of their truffle mac-and-cheese. Where do I start... -- Quarter Chicken (dark): Pretty tasty. Not burnt, nicely moist, and holistically enjoyable. -- Sweet potato fries: Not Peruvian...and nothing special. Unless a restaurant serves a variation...sweet potato fries always taste the same! -- Salad: Enjoyable - great to see beets in the salad. Yup...a mundane side, but a great compliment to the chicken. -- Carne Empanadas: For an entire section on the menu emphasizing these packets on joy (har har...), we opted for the carne version. SO underwhelming, and SO mundane! The breading was way too thick for the filling inside. Also was completely bland. For the meat filling, there wasn't enough of it. It was also super bland. I could get multiple of these for only of a fraction of the cost at Limon, and they'd also taste a whole lot better! -- Truffle Mac-and-Cheese: We fell for a horrible ruse. The menu describes this dish as their signature dish. Hmm...doesn't say much for Limon Roisserie then! The mac-and-cheese was really light, so much so that it was a bit annoying to eat, as you don't taste anything, but feel it in your gut afterwards. The truffles weren't really evident, although I might be wrong. I just felt I was eating bland mac-and-cheese. SUCH an underwhelming dish. I'm really disappointed after dining here. So glad the food wasn't pricey, yet maybe I got what I paid for? Either way, I'm not coming back.
(3)
Jennifer H.

Holy chicken! Because their rotisserie chicken was just amazing. The name of the restaurant already implies that they are known for rotisserie but they truly do represent their name. I came here on Sunday with my friends in a group of 6. We had a reservation ready but it didn't look like it was needed. The restaurant wasn't too busy but I guess it's good to get in the habit of making reservations just in case, especially for this restaurant because it's highly recommended that you do. The restaurant has a nice modern feel to it, they have abstract art on the walls, and there is a pretty big bar in the middle of the restaurant. There is also second floor seating and that overlooks the first floor. We were seated right by the window so that was nice because we had a lot of light. The service here was okay, the servers came by occasionally to check up on us and make sure our waters were refilled. I decided to share two dishes with my boyfriend since there a couple of things we both wanted to try. We decided to get the half chicken with tacu tacu and yuca fries and the ceviche mixto with a glass of sangria. Half chicken with a side of tacu tacu and yuca fries: The reason why I wanted to go here in the first place was because the chicken in the pictures looked good and they taste even BETTER. it was DELICIOUS. The chicken had so much flavor and unlike most rotisserie chicken that i've had, it wasn't dry! The chicken was moist and tender, even the breast was moist! The chicken also comes with three sauces and they went really well with the chicken :) The half chicken portion was okay, it wasn't big but it wasn't small either. It does come with two sides but the sides are small. I LOVED the yuca fries! They were so good because the inside was full of starchy potato-ey (it's actually cassava which taste similar to a potato) like goodness but the skin was crispy and thick. I only wished the dish came with more but you get three big thick pieces similar to potato wedges. The tacu tacu was also pretty good. The rice had good flavor and it complimented the chicken really well if you like chicken and rice together. Ceviche mixto: out of all the ceviche this one had calamari, fish, and shrimp! The three seafood items I love to have in my ceviche. The dish portion is okay and it comes with mostly fish, a couple of shrimps, and small pieces of calamari. The dish was too acidic for me. I love lime and citrusy things generally but this one was pretty strong. The dish was overall very fresh and light. The sangria was good! I love to get sangrias, it's my drink. I thought the drink wasn't too heavy and it was light and refreshing so it went really nice with the meal :) Best place ever for rotisserie chicken and I would definitely come back just for it and I highly recommend it for anyone that loves chicken!
(4)
Fannie S.

Food = great! Ceviche mixto = delicious, and perfectly seasoned. Fresh seafood, yo! Lomito saltado = delicious, but it was a bit too saucy. Yuca fries = crisp outside and starchy inside. It was my first time trying them. Tacu-tacu = Peruvian rice and lentils = delicious, addicting, and such great flavor! Half of their chicken = got our work cut out for us, but it was very well seasoned and crisp on the outside and tender and moist on the inside. Drinks = great. Had their sangria... need to try their pisco drinks next time! Beautiful looking concoctions! Service = nice, friendly Prices = moderate Seats at bar = fun. Just a lot of movement. :) Small place.
(4)
Lisette A.

This review is based on the service I received today, Friday March 21st from the waiter and the rude and condescending Manager My best friend recommended Limon she swore up and down that the food was delicious and the service was fantastic. Upon arrival I was greeted by a lovely hostess ( brunette, I didn't get her name) It didn't take long for the waiter to take our order. My friend's order arrived before mine, no big deal. But 10 minutes passed , 20 minutes passed , finally after 30 minutes I decided to ask my waiter for the status. His response was "Oh, you don't have your food yet? " it took another 10 minutes until he finally brought my food but instead of him placing it on the table he asked he to please take it off his arm as he had two other plates in hands. Very unprofessional! I decided to speak with the Manager ( Fernando Q ) and I explained what happened. He said I'll talk to him and was about to turn away. I said that I was celebrating my birthday and the service was unacceptable to which he said in a very condescending tone, "well , what do you want? " Uh I don't know maybe a sincere apology. He offered to take off my entree a whole $12.00 off a $50.00 + tab ( which he did ) but the damage was done. And still no apology... I didn't care for his tone so I asked for his manager. His response, well you can find that information online. I insisted he give me his name, to which is did. Sometimes a sincere apology goes a long way. Thank you for ruining my dinner and birthday ** UPDATE *** : Laurina, Thank you for reaching out but it would be pointless for me to call you and further discuss the situation, as the damage is done. I understand mistakes happen & nobody is perfect. But my overall experience was awful. Furthermore you can say that the Manager's ( Fernando ) tone was not condescending but you were not there. If I ask for his managers name and email and he tells me to look it up line, should I consider that great customer service? I think not. My review stands!
(1)
Brandon N.

Best rotisserie chicken to date. Full of flavor and moist to the core. Comes with a few dipping sauces that aren't really necessary and risk pulling your attention from the clucker in the middle of the table. Sweet potato fries are a good accompaniment, even consistency throughout. Ok so i am a huge fan of Limon but no chicken is worth $22. so -1 star from a perfect meal.
(4)
Ron P.

Great tasting food and the service was pretty good. The Tacu-Tacu tasted very good and had to order another one because it was that good. The Pollo Empanada was very good and was my favorite that we ordered that day. Great Peruvian food to go to.
(4)
Byron S.

Limon Rotisserie needs a little help. The service is slow and it took near 20 minutes to get water after asking for it. And we were a table of 6 people. The cocktails are tasty and the chicken is good. However I would not recommed this place during peak times. Parking is a pain but it is San Francisco...
(2)
Aaron S.

This chicken is so. flippin'. tasty. When I've gone, I got the crispy chicken "chicharrones", the rotiuserie chicken, and a pitcher of sangria to share. Their ceviche is pretty good to, but nothing beats the chicken.
(5)
Renay D.

Really delicious! Chicken was moist and flavorful, the drinks were delicious, and I don't ever buy Mac n cheese at a restraunt but it was recommended and it was very good. The sauces they offer with the chicken are also very tasty and the waiters are friendly.
(4)
Smart Shopper G.

Having traveled to Peru, we were excited to see the local favorites elevated to the next level. We ordered the champignones, pollo la brasa, paella, vegetales saltados, truffle mac and cheese, breaded and fried seafood, and the ensalada with the beets and potatoes. The ensalada and the breaded, fried seafood was great, as were the champignones and vegetales saltado. The pisco sour was also one of the best I've had. The salt levels were pretty inconsistent, though, with the mac and cheese being severely underseasoned and bland (tasted like creamy macaroni with a faint hint of truffle oil) whereas the paella verged on being cloyingly oversalted. The service was ok. Nothing to really write home about (I would have liked to have our water refilled at least once during our visit). The music in the restaurant was WAAAAY to loud, especially for Mother's day. We had to shout across the table to hear each other, so it left us wondering if we were at a restaurant or a nightclub. Good for singles or couples with no children (Gen Y or younger). Not a place to take your mom or your kids.
(3)
Esther A.

Limon gets pretty busy so I highly recommend making reservations (they are on Open Table). I almost couldn't believe the ample portions of the half chicken (accompanied by dipping "Aji" sauces and two sides of your choice) my husband ordered. We expected a lot less/smaller for the prices listed on their menu. Good thing he didn't order the whole chicken. The "Rotisserie" part of the name leads me believe that this restaurant is not too vegetarian friendly however I managed to find several non-meat containing options on their menu. They are great at accommodating large parties. In fact there was one in the back room. Apparently a group was having a large dinner there and we kept seeing overly dressed up/primped girls walking in at a fairly casual restaurant heading towards the back room. Overall exceptional value. Efficient service and a great dinner was had.
(5)
Linda V.

I truly love this place. It has wonderful chicken and Yuka, empanada's and also many other favorites of mine...... Love the sangria also, yummmmmy !
(5)
Christina L.

GREAT service, friendly waiter (who took a gazillion pictures of my party and himself haha!), delicious food! 5 girls - our dinner came out to $200, though we must've gone through 2-3 drinks each + a whole chicken, 3 sides and 3 desserts. This place is great for a girls' night out. Loved the seating arrangement, half of the girls were sitting on a couch and the other half were sitting on chairs. The food was delicious. I always fear ordering chicken at a restaurant for fear of it being too dry, but this was delicious, moist, and even came with sauce!! The rice & beans were mixed together and that was probably the first dish to go. The mac and cheese was SUPER creamy, YUM! Lastly the yucca potatoes -- these were probably my least favorite, but it must've been because there were so many other yummy dishes on the table. Cocktails - There are several choices for cocktails. I can't remember the names, but they were all cute and colorful. Priced around $10 each, we each got 1-2 cocktails and a dessert wine. The restaurant has dimmed lighting, which also makes this a cute date restaurant! Go try it out! :)
(5)
Garrick G.

Rotisserie chicken is the thing to order here. It's moist and flavorful plus it comes with 3 dipping sauces and 2 sides, if a whole chicken is ordered. Also the short ribs and lengua are excellent. If only the wait was short. I guess you gotta wait for the good things in life.
(4)
Mengmeng C.

Pretty good Peruvian food. A bit like tapas style. Good chicken - for an asian, I probably would have preferred more dark meat.. But overall, pretty authentic food with a good modern spin.
(4)
Fabiana P.

Amazing roasted chicken, Yuca fries and Chocolate Bandido (petit gateau, or lava cake). The Peruvian beers are also a must try. Wonderful date with my hubby!
(4)
Annette D.

It was a lovely night and my boyfriend and I decided to go walk somewhere for dinner. We came here at 7pm and the place was pretty empty. Although the top floor was empty, they wanted to sit us downstairs for whatever reason, which was also pretty empty. It would have been nice to look out the windows, but oh well. The food was fantastic! We got 4 of the small plates and a dessert to share. We are huge mac and cheese fans and their's was definitely up there with our favorites. We also had the tuna tartar, there red snapper civiche and braised short ribs. It came out probably within 10 minutes of us ordering which was incredibly fast. I kind of wish I had some time for a cocktail and then a glass of wine, but I guess you can't really complain about fast service. We also had the warm chocolate cake for dessert which was also pretty yummy and a warm liquid center. The only issue I have and what kept this from being 5 stars was the ambiance. There was a family of 6 with 3 small children next to us when we were seated. The parents let their children run around screaming, crawling over the chairs, under the tables and actually running down the booth seating that spanned one of the walls. Seriously, this is not Chuck-e-Cheese. I wish they would have asked them to control their children, but it was clear no one cared. I wanted a nice dinner with my boyfriend, instead we had a loud obnoxious experience and were glad to finally leave.
(4)
Brianna S.

YUM! Dinner here was not planned. Came here for a girls night after sadly finding out that Gracias Madre was closed due to power outage. I wasn't upset for long though! I thought it was a hopeless situation walking into this place around 9pm on a Friday night sans a reservation. The nice hostess told us it would be about 45 minutes. Not a problem, we headed to the bar and promptly ordered a pitcher of sangria. Not 5 minutes later we were told a table opened up. Woo! Everything was really fresh, refreshing, and tasty. We had the ceviche mixto, ensalada mista, and championes. Triple yum! Something rare happened though, we did not finish the sangria pitcher, it is seriously huge....sad to see a little left over. Looking forward to a future return trip, plan a meal here if you're in a Peruvian state of mind :)
(5)
Julian P.

Reservation Debacle We came here for a birthday dinner for one of our friends. Originally, the reservation, which the dinner host confirmed earlier that day, was at the Valencia location. When we got there, they said that they did not have our reservation, but the Van Ness location did. Annoying mix up, but the Van Ness location is close by, so it could be worse. We actually all ended up at the Van Ness location by about 7:50pm for our 8:00pm and they apologized for the mix up. Waiting Forever While they apologized for messing up the reservation, we still didn't even get seated until 8:30-8:40, 30-40 minutes later than our reservation. Once we finally got seated, they gave us a handful of menus for a group of 14 people. They also proceeded to tell us that due to our group being 15 people, we were forced to select from the prix fixe menu (which we were not informed of until we sat down). We then pointed out to the server that we were only 14 people and he said that we could choose from the normal menu then. We asked to get more menus and it took them over 10 minutes to get them to us. In addition, they hadn't checked on us once or brought us water or drinks. Once we finally had someone check on us, we ordered for the table, asked them to refrigerate a cake that we brought for us, and waited for the food. The Food The only plus to this place (and why I'm giving two stars instead of one) is that the food is good. We got ceviche, leche de tigre, roasted chicken, mac'n'cheese, yucca fries, lengua, fried chicken, and other things that I can't remember. They tasted good and they were quick to get everything to us (finally some quick service). The Cake Incident Once we finished the dinner, we asked to get our cake, which we knew had a "cutting" fee of $2/person (only because it was on the menu, since they did not inform us when we gave them the cake). We told them that we didn't need anything cut, but would like some utensils and plates. They proceeded to tell us that they would still be charging the $2/person for the dishes and utensils. This is where I get annoyed. If just one of all these things happened, we would be fine--it happens. However, the service and management failed at every turn during our experience there. From the reservation mix up, to seating us late without menus, trying to force the prix fixe menu on us, and now charging us almost $30 for a cake that probably cost us $25 to buy (how does it cost less to make the cake than to wash the dishes). By this point, I've had enough and asked them to take off this charge. The server said that he would if he could, but his manager would not let him, so I asked to see the manager. When he came over, I proceeded to tell him about our experience so far with everything that I listed and he said that there was nothing that he could do. He then told me that all restaurants do this and it blew my mind. Does he think that we've never been to a restaurant before? He must realize that many places actually give a free dessert when celebrating a birthday instead of charging us for a dessert that we brought. After explaining that, he said that the best he could do was take the charge off for half of the group. I replied that if he could do that then he could take it off for everyone. He didn't relent, so we asked to just get our cake back without dishes and that we would eat it elsewhere. Keep in mind, it's not that we can't afford the $2/person, but the fact that they would charge us more to do the dishes than the cake was worth is just ridiculous. Then to have the gall to say that's how all restaurants are just set it over the edge. By the end of the night, we spent over $400 and they wouldn't bend on this request. Last Word In the end, I would not return to Limon. The food is solid but they lost 14 return customers due to poor service and management. I hope that they reevaluate some of their policies.
(2)
Paola C.

This chicken i similar to pio pio (ny) good taste and i love the dip tht comes with it exactly like PERÃš if i ever go back to sf i will definitely go to this place again
(5)
Anji S.

Finally here: ceviche mixto, half chicken with yuca fries and tacu tacu, bomb delicious beef tongue with yuton potatoes. Oh did I mention sangria?!
(5)
Dee C.

Bomb chicken. Comes with 2 sides. I ordered the Yucca fries which were perfection. Nicely fried on yen outside chewy on the inside not too hard just perfect. I should've ordered the sweet potatoes fries too :, (. Sangria not too shabby either I WILL COME BACK!
(5)
Amy K.

I was here yesterday night for dinner and it was great! I would definitely come back. I was there with a group of 5, we ordered the mixed shrimp and fish ceviche, whole chicken (with all 3 sauces), vegetables, yuca fries, steak with fries, truffle macaroni and cheese. For dessert we got the profiteroles, mango panna cotta, and chocolate lava cake. The MUST HAVES are the truffle mac and cheese, the sauces was so creamy and rich, you could really taste the truffle which is always a plus. And the mango panna cotta, it was rich and decadent. The yuca fries were also fantastic, it's fluffy on the inside like mashed potatoes but crispy on the outside. Everything else was good, not exceptional, but good. The chicken was tender, the vegetables were a bit over salted, and the steak with fries were good.
(4)
Victor O.

The rotisserie chicken is extremely well seasoned. Definitely get the trio of sauces - chimichurri was the perfect compliment to the chicken seasoning. Also had the mixed seafood ceviche. Firm with just the right amount of bite. TLDR: Seafood ceviche, rotisserie chicken, trio of sauces, and wine. Can't go wrong.
(5)
Junior O.

Great customer service, everyone has a poker face yet friendly, food is amazing & EVERYTIME I go ((which is every weekend)) I'm always satisfied & welcomed. Excellent place!
(5)
Veronica S.

Oh. My. God. The chicken here is seriously the BEST, ever. Yes, I know everyone says so..but it's because its so true. The various ceviche are also amazing. The guys who run Limon are all from Peru - authenticity at its finest! No frills, just solid, delicious Peruvian cuisine! The prices are absolutely affordable and the portions are more than reasonable. Because it's a tapas restaurant, it's fun to order a good amount of different dishes and share! This place is WONDERFUL for dates, groups, etc. Albeit having several locations, every location gets busy. Reservations are highly recommended, especially on weekends! They have wine & sangria - their red sangria is delicious - get a pitcher and pour!
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Karen H.

Oh Limon...I had high hopes for you and I am majorly disappointed. The service wasn't even good. Came here at 5:45PM and got seated right away. It was not busy at all. Took about 10 minutes for someone to come over and I had to ask for water. When the water came, there were specs of black everywhere. Not sure if it was coffee grinds or not, but that's a no no! I guess you don't clean your cups before you serve to customers. The only thing that was really good and this is what they are known for is their chicken. Got the half (4 pieces) and it comes with 3 difference sauces. Got the Yuca Fries (4 pieces) and they were yummy. The skinny fries were bland and not even crispy. How can you make skinny fries not crispy!!!! The chicken was full of flavor and most. Ceviche Mixto Fish, calamari & tiger shrimp-After Lolinda changed my mind of Ceviche, I had to try it again somewhere else. This was horrible. All acid, fish was not fresh. It was very chewy. Tartara de Tuna Ahi tuna tartare tossed with roasted peppers, pinenuts, rocoto-sesame seed oil-not bad, but needed more seasoning Empanadas Veggie with Mushroom, spinach, choclo and mascarpone cheese-good flavors, but it was warm. I want the cheese to be melting and hot.
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Beth W.

On our first visit to this restaurant, we scored the large table right in front of the wide window at the front of the restaurant. There were 8 of us dining on this visit and the host was kind enough to seat us there versus the back area of the restaurant. If you are going with a large group, it's advisable to make reservations as we did. Also ask what tables are available for your large group reservation in case you don't like where they might seat you. They are very accommodating in this respect. We ordered the following for our group: Pollo a la Brasa - their free range chicken rotisserie style with two sides of your choice and the trio of "Aji" sauces. Additional sauces can be added for $1.50 per trio. We ordered two whole chickens for our group. The chickens were tender and moist and full of flavor! Ensalada Mixta - organic mixed greens, cucumbers and radishes tossed in their rocoto balsamic dressing - a refreshing salad and I really liked the flavor of the rocoto balsamic dressing "Lomito" Saltado - traditional Peruvian dish of stir fried top sirloin tips, onions, tomato & soy sauce, served with fries - this was a hit with our group as the top sirloin tips were tender and very moist Chicharron de Pollo - crispy pieces of chicken marinated in soy sauce, garlic & aji Amarillo, served with salsa criolla - another hit with our group as the crispy marinated chicken was cooked perfectly with the salsa criolla serving as another flavor enhancer Seco de Costillas - braised boneless beef short ribs with huacatay & cilantro, served with potato, carrot and English peas - everyone loved this dish as the braised boneless beef short ribs were very tender and I especially like the addition of the veggies Papas fritas - under the "sides" section, we ordered three plates of this and they are delicious. They do have an extensive list of alcoholic drinks and for those who do not drink such, there is a small list of non-alcoholic beverages to choose from. This is not a "quiet" restaurant but a lively one where you can go and enjoy the company at your table and then some! Subsequent visits proved to be the same delightful experience!
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Lisa S.

Really great food at a reasonable price. Especially enjoyed the ensaladas and the rotisserie chicken. I was clean and the service quick and polite. What more could you ask for?
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Jessica T.

One of the best values in town. Some of the fastest and most efficient service in town. And some of the most delicious sides and chicken in town. Limon is exceptional. The place is the perfect combination of being laid back enough for jeans and no reservations (though we did wander in late) but still stylish enough -that you could take a date here easily. All you have to know is get the roast chicken - a whole pollo a la brasa - which comes with two sides of your choice, and an exciting array of dipping sauces - all for just twenty dollars. Soooo what's up! For sides - get either the yuca fries, or the sweet potato fries. The tacu tacu is also worth trying and pairs nicely with the chicken. Though the chicken is the star of the show at Limon - just browse through the slew of five star reviews to find a plethora of other stellar suggestions on Limon's menu - from their cerviche to the empanadas. It's hard to go wrong with anything on Limon's menu. Trust.
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I S.

Unfortunately, me and friends did not have a good experience in this restaurant and I've definitely have had way better Peruvian food somewhere else. I have been to Peruvian restaurants a few times in southern California few years ago where a full serving plate is $10-20 with much bigger portion and tasting so much better. Unfortunately bay area doesn't have any around, so people are so happily getting ripped off by this place and settling for low standards. Here is our story, so you can decide for yourself whether this is worth it for you. Past Sunday night, 8:30pm after a show we showed up, party of 8. 1. They ran out of Rotisserie chicken - Yes, it is the Rotisserie chicken restaurant and one whole chicken is $22 here. It's bad, especially the rest of the menu counts on people ordering it. (see below) 2. We tried to order another things on the menu, but the portions were so small, overpriced and not impressive. Everyone ordered a dish and they forgot 1 dish. Everyone was still very hungry. Just imagine $17 seafood paella portion is size of 1 bowl rice - fresh, sour, and it doesn't taste comparable to other paella I've had at 300 Oracle in Redwood city a few times where the serving size is the same, tastes way better, and it's $8 One of other chicken dish $11, deep fried chicken (it was dark brown and dry), the serving size is the small size of popcorn chicken in Chinese tea shops that would cost $5 Ceviche actually was good and came out in a good size that I would recommend ordering. Sweet potato fries was good (but since when sweet potato fries isn't good anywhere), but the size is literally handful (with women glove size S, 1 hand). Same size go with Ensalada Mixta (veggies) We also ordered Carne a la Parilla. At least everyone got a piece of the meat. The sauce was good, but the steak meat didn't taste good. 3. One of us asked for ketchup with fries, and they don't have ketchup. (Not a big issue for me, but it was an issue for 2 in the party.) Since we noticed it would be a big black hole to keep staying there, we cut our loss and just left and going somewhere else.
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Heather s.

Awesome Peruvian food for a great price. For our party of 3, we shared the dishes below: Lots of SANGRIA - $6/glass - a good amount of red wine without being watered down with ice and fruit. POLLO A BASURA was deliciously tender and moist - coming with 3 sauces and 2 sides. Whole bird for $20 (or half for $12). For our sides, we got: a) TACU-TACU was a delicious blend of rice/beans. And not your traditional rice and bean platter. b) SWEET POTATO FRIES were crisp and deliciously flavored. CEVICHE LOMITO SALTADO $12 - Can't go to a Peruvian restaurant without getting this classic! Theirs was very tender and juicy, full of spice and flavors. BEEF SKEWERS TRUFFLE MAC AND CHEESE $7 - delicious without being overpowered All this plus coffee and tea for three - for $30. Awesome!!! Warning: It can get really obnoxiously loud when busy. I was screaming to be heard by the time we left and wound up with a hoarse voice.
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John H.

$19.95 for a whole roasted chicken isn't a bargain, considering that this is the Mission, and they can be had nearby for $11. But this is a trendy, sit-down eatery with a lively bar, and the extra $ buys you sauces and two sides as well. We ordered the Lomito Saltado. Delicious. Yucca fries, very bread-y and tasty as well. Our bartender mixed some amazing drinks you'll not see elsewhere. His own creation, La Catalina, was a latin-inspired version of an old fashioned. Definitely worth a return trip!
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Jeremy B.

The drinks and food here were top notch; as was the hospitality. We had a big party that they went out of their way to accommodate in spite of us making it confusing for them. The bar tender, Carlos, treated us like old friends.
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Miss J.

Wish I tried the food... "30min wait"??? Try OVER 1.5HOUR. "You're literally next"-- sorry but what does, " LITERALLY," mean when YOU use that? sorry but not sorry. Get ####ing organized. What the @$!#. Bartender efficient and cool, what happened to the host??? U even have a computer to organize who and what with reservations. YES, we watched what was going on and seating other (5) 2ppl tables of reservations, okay, no problem,... but after being told JUST 1 reservation in front of us... how many times do u repeat that? Time is of essence k. I don't have all 2 hours to wait. Gaw, I'm pissed. U guys, good job.
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Wes C.

My Peruvian friend claimed this to be one of the best in the city, but I thought it was just okay. Nothing spectacular, but not bad. The pollo a la brasa was a bit salty. Pisco sour cocktail was lightly sweetened and refreshing.
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Marita R.

This is my 3rd time coming to this place and I'd rather go somewhere else. Food was ok, but some dishes were very salty. Service was awful, somewhat rude in my opinion, but hostess was nice. They sit you in these little tables that you can barely eat, don't go with a big party, you will be eating bumping elbow to elbow and they won't do anything to accommodate..
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Address : 1001 S Van Ness Ave
San Francisco, CA, 94110
Phone (415) 821-2134
Website https://limonrotisserie.com/southvanness
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Opening Hours

Mon :12:00 pm - 10

Specialities

Takes Reservations : Yes
Delivery : No
Take-out : Yes
Accepts Credit Cards : Yes
Good For : Dinner
Parking : Street
Bike Parking : Yes
Wheelchair Accessible : Yes
Good for Kids : No
Good for Groups : Yes
Attire : Casual
Ambience : Casual
Noise Level : Average
Alcohol : Full Bar
Outdoor Seating : No
Wi-Fi : No
Has TV : Yes
Waiter Service : Yes
Caters : Yes

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Limón Rotisserie

1001 S Van Ness Ave, San Francisco, CA, 94110

Limón Rotisserie Menu

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