REIWA Izakaya San Borja — Restaurant in Lima Metropolitan Area

Authentic Japanese Izakaya, even the decor. I've been to Japan four times. Only weak link is the service. I heard the bell meaning my food is ready to be brought to my table. This activity is the #1 priority of service. They were not busy, the place was far from full. Server was talking at the door with a small group of potential customers who ended up walking away. Again, my food getting to my table is more important than some theoretical customer who doesn't even materialize. Then, even after they left, she persisted in just standing there doing nothing rather than getting my food while it was going cold. Will return because the food was good. But if service doesn't...

I had eaten twice at this place before and had a much better experience those two times. In this occasion, the salmon that came with the salmon salad had a texture that revealed it had been frozen before. The tonkotsu was so dry, that the panko cover came off very easily, which is something that I hadn't experienced before eating this dish at any other restaurant. The misoshiru was very good and tasty, with a very good consistency. The takoyaki was also very good, the mayonaise on it was fresh. Overall, I'd say this restaurant has some lows, but I'd still categorize it as a close to a...

This place is worth the visit. Best tuna tartare ever. It melts in your mouth. Great shrimp tempura and sashimi. The makis are big pieces and super tasty. The service is great, I had a nice experience at this restaurant and hope you will too.

We went a second time before leaving Peru. Esther was our server again. She recognized us and gave the best service. The restaurant should be proud to have her on their team. We will definitely go...