YES, GO HERE. This is your sign. I am OBSESSED with Lima Limon Peruvian Restaurant, and only after one trip. Let me tell you, it is without a doubt worth the drive into the depths of Kuna. You won't find authentic Peruvian food elsewhere in the Treasure Valley that tastes this fantastic. Drinks! Their menu offers several traditional Peruvian and Mexican cocktails, as well as imported and domestic beer and your familiar non-alcoholic drinks.
My husband stuck with the always great Stella Artois (or so he says) and I ordered Peru's national cocktail Pisco Sour (Peruvian brandy blended with lime, egg white and jarabe de goma, garnished with bitters, $9.00). Unlike anything I had ever had before. It wasn't made very strong, but it wasn't overly sweet so you could still taste the brandy. Probably the most exotic drink I've had in a while. Yes, it does taste exotic. *FYI there are no prices on their drink menu as it is based of the market and availability of ingredients.
The food was a knock out. Holy wow, it's been a while since I had food this unique, this delicious. I bellied up to the Bistec Alo Pobre (juicy grilled steak served with rice, fried plantains and fried egg, with traditional salad, $19.50). The steak was cooked absolutely perfect! It's not a huge piece, thinner and oh so tender. I LOVED the fried plantains. They were delectable, almost like a side dessert but paired so well with a bite of meal and egg. Think fireworks in your mouth. I mean you couldn't get a bad bite. Everyone went so well together. I would order this again and again. My husband ordered the most unique looking dish, Aji de Gallin a (delicious shredded chicken breast covered in yellow Peruvian pepper cream, piso bread, topped with parmesan cheese served with white rice). This dish is phenomenal! I thought I liked my dish - I liked his even more. The flavor is exquisite. Moist, tender chicken smothered in rich, creamy sauce. Reminded me of Singaporean-style curry, only a less spicy. If you're really in the food for something different, this is it.
The vibe is wonderful. Lima Limon is the perfect spot if you're looking to eat someplace lowkey, laidback and friendly. There aren't many seats, and it's encouraged you make reservations, especially for weekend dinners. I enjoyed the humble, atmosphere. I did find some of the décor rather curious, but I don't know much about Peruvian artwork and culture, so it's not my place to judge. I enjoyed the boastful...
Read moreWent to this restaurant tonight to celebrate a friend's birthday. I must say this was absolutely the worst dining experience of my life!! Here is a summary of my experience there:
This restaurant is a place I will not visit again and I caution ANYONE to stay away and not take a chance!! Spend your hard earned money somewhere else!!
No more for me!! They are the most unprofessional and inconsiderate people I have ever taken my...
Read moreI was really really excited to try Lima Limon. Having a Peruvian restaurant in the valley is such a win!
The ceviche is a must have. Cured in citrus and oh so good. Yum. The lomo saltado was very tasty and legit as well. But there wasn't enough meat in the dish.
Unfortunately, the shrimp dish on the Peruvian menu was just ok. It wasn't very memorable I won't order it next time.
We had to ask for their aji amarillo sauce, which was more creamy than I've had at other places. It had a nice kick but I didn't love that it was so creamy and rich.
Ambiance was 2-3 star. We dined on a Friday night around 6pm and while there were plenty of other diners, food served on paper plates and to go plastic containers with plastic utensils just wasn't a great vibe. Especially when you're paying $20-23 per dish.
I think we must have spent $130-140 between two couples (no alcohol). You'd think they'd try to send the server around a few times, perhaps offer rolls and the aji amarillo sauce at the table and just create a better dining experience at this price point.
The food was good. I wish they offered more saltado options like pollo, camaron or mixto. I wish they used proper plates and utensils. I wish they gave a squeeze bottle of the aji amarillo sauce at every table. We'll definitely be back for the food but probably will take it to...
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