LIMA Cantina

4.5

1679 Reviews

£26 to £40

Peruvian

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2 people

Feb 16, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 5 times today

Experiences are available.

Good for special occasions
Charming
Great for creative cocktails

Located only a short 1-minute walk from Leicester Square tube station and 5-minute walk from Covent Garden tube station, LIMA CANTINA brings you a true taste of the Peruvian capital’s buzzing local food scene: what Peruvians love to eat and drink! LIMA CANTINA is born out of a desire to bring the soul of LIMA to London: its flavoursome daily life, with simple dishes directly inspired by markets & home cooked meals. The restaurant’s chefs use traditional cooking methods to transform quality UK and Peruvian sourced ingredients into mouth-watering dishes. The menu delivers classics such as Pollo a la Brasa (arguably the national dish of Peru and possibly the best roast chicken you’ve ever had), whilst retaining signature Ceviches and Pisco Sours, and many more Lima locals’ favourites. The restaurant’s vibe is warm and modern with a hint of nostalgia. You’re encouraged to share always; bring your friend, neighbour, and colleague for an authentic and unpretentious all-day dining experience.

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
£26 to £40
Cuisines
Peruvian, Latin American
Hours of operation
Tue–Sat 12:00 pm–11:00 pm Sun 12:00 pm–5:00 pm Lunch Wed–Sun 12:00 pm–5:00 pm Dinner Tue–Sat 5:00 pm–11:00 pm
Phone number
020 7240 5778
Website
https://lima-cantina.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Smart Casual
Private party facilities
LIMA CANTINA brings you a true taste of the Peruvian capital’s buzzing local food scene - what Peruvians love to eat and drink! Exclusive hire of lower floor: Seated up to 30 / Standing up to 40 Exclusive hire of ground floor: Seated up to 45 / Standing up to 55 Semi-private ground floor: Seated up to 45 / Standing up to 16 guests

Location
14 Garrick Street, London, WC2E 9BJ
Neighborhood
Covent Garden
Cross street
Floral Street
Parking details
Street Parking
Public transit
Underground: Between Leicester Square station with Northern or Piccadilly Line and Covent Garden with Piccadilly Line
Entertainment
Private dining from 7 to 12 people
Additional
Beer, Cocktails, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Weekend Brunch, Wine

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Experiences

CHEF’S SELECTION — FOR 2
£56.00 per person
Multiple dates available
Wok Beef Taco Pollo A La Brasa Taco El Ceviche Roasted Aubergine Octopus Beef Filet Lomo Saltado Corn Cake
Lunch & Pre Theatre Menu
£18.00 per person
Multiple dates available
LUNCH & PRE THEATRE MENU - A main and side for £18pp. Available Tuesday to Friday 12 - 5pm Choose from the following mains: 5 OZ RIB EYE 1/2 POLLO A LA BRASA FRITTURA DE SEA BREAM ROASTED AUBERGINE And any side: SWEET POTATOES BROCCOLI CHAUFA RICE ENSALADA PASSION FRUIT, TOMATO, QUESO FRESCO, AJI AMARILLO CORN CAKE

Popular dishes

Home baked bread£2.00
sweet black carob tree butter
Corn ribs£8.00
salsa huancaina (creamy queso fresco)
Aji amarillo hummus£9.00
plantain, manchego, bojita olives
El ceviche£15.00
sea bream, tiger's milk, crispy cuzco corn
Salmon ceviche£14.00
avocado tiger's milk, plantain crisps
Tuna tiradito£18.00
avocado, Nikkei tiger's milk
Pork belly bao£13.00
char siu sauce, daikon
Wok beef tacos£14.00
house corn tortilla, guacamole
Prawn causa nigiri£13.00
mash, anticucho sauce
Baked beef empanadas£10.00
yellow chilli cream
Quinoa & Asparagus Salad£15.00
passion fruit vinaigrette, queso fresco
Roasted Aubergine£15.00
Hoisin Sauce, guacamole
Baby Gem Lettuce£16.00
Burrata, coconut & curry
Aji Panca Ribs£17.00
Yakiniku style, golden potatoes

Grilled over charcoal

Mains

Rib eye£34.00
anticucho sauce, huacatay bernaise, corn cake
Octopus£27.00
coriander, mussels, aji amarillo bubble & squeak
Beef fillet lomo saltado£29.00
Andean potatoes, soy, jasmine rice
Peruvian style paella £28.00
prawns and baby squid
Frittura de sea bream£26.00
plantain crisps & criolla
Traditional pollo a la brasa
charcoal rotisserie chicken. Marinated for 24 hours in Peruvian herbs & spices. Served with Andean potatoes & aji amarillo & huacatay cream
Ollucos Causa£24.00
Mushroom stew, broccoli

Sides

side dishes

Oven-baked sweet potatoes£6.00
Broccoli£6.00
chili & soy sauce
Chaufa rice£7.00
Peruvian stir fried rice
Ensalada£6.00
cherry tomatoes, cucumber, avocado, onion
Corn Cake£7.00

What 1,679 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.5

4.5 based on recent ratings

4.5Food
4.6Service
4.5Ambience
4.1Value

Noise • Energetic

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London
Peruvian

Review summary

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LIMA Cantina delivers an exceptional dining experience with "delicious food and very attentive service." Guests rave about the "fabulous meal" and "amazing" ceviche, as well as the diverse and authentic menu options. The ambiance is "buzzy" and "inviting," making it perfect for both casual and special occasions. Highly recommended for its "excellent service" and "great cocktails."

1,679 Reviews

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Sarah
New York City
1 review
1.0
1 review
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 1
2. Food 1
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 1
Horrible! Food was awful, ambiance was bad, drinks were poorly made.
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Karina
London
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 3
2. Food 1
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 3
The food was very cold, it seems that they already had it ready in the refrigerator, they did not take the time to put it in room mode, very simple for the price, not much Peruvian flavor. I was embarrassed with my guests
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Elaine
VIP
London
38 reviews
5.0
38 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
We had the Valentine’s sharing set menu. Lovely selection of dishes, not rushed between courses and attentive service. We love the food at Lima Cantina as well as the fantastic cocktails. We be back again
LIMA CantinaResponded 1 day ago
Thank you for taking the time to share your positive experience with us! We’re truly grateful for your kind words and happy to share it to the team! Your feedback made our day! We hope to see you again in Lima Cantina soon!
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ISABEL
Caribbean
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 3
Food wasn't wow, it was rather average for the price you pay.
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Christine
Perthshire
2 reviews
4.0
2 reviews
Dined on February 7, 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 3
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
Very attractive decor. Main course menu choices limited and pricey. Portion size rather small.
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Gabriel Senior
San Antonio
7 reviews
5.0
7 reviews
Dined on February 4, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Fantastic Peruvian meal. Well done Lima! Will be back
LIMA CantinaResponded on February 5, 2025
Hi there! Thank you for taking the time to share your positive experience with us. We truly appreciate your kind words and we hope to welcome you again in Lima Cantina soon!
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Agustina
London
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on February 1, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great food and great service, would definitely recommend
LIMA CantinaResponded on February 4, 2025
Thank you for sharing your positive feedback with us! We’re committed to maintaining the high standards you’ve experienced and hope to continue exceeding your expectations. Looking forward to welcome you again soon!
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Sarah
London
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on January 31, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Such a lovely find! Delicious food and very attentive service, beautiful decor and it was nice not too be rushed. We stayed for quite some time and just enjoyed the atmosphere. Will definitely be visiting again to try more menu items.
LIMA CantinaResponded on February 4, 2025
Thank you for taking the time to share your positive experience with us and spreading the good word! Our team is thrilled to hear your compliments. Looking forward to welcome you again soon!
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Karin
London
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on January 23, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great place Good service Very tasty dishes.........
LIMA CantinaResponded on January 28, 2025
Your time and positive feedback mean the world to us. Thank you for the stellar rating! Looking forward to serving you again soon!
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Philip
Singapore
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on January 20, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Fabulous meal, food, drinks, ambience and service were top notch. Thank you
LIMA CantinaResponded on January 28, 2025
Thank you for taking the time to share your positive feedback! We’re committed to maintaining the high standards you’ve experienced and hope to continue exceeding your expectations. Looking forward to welcome you again soon!
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LIMA Cantina is rated 4.5 stars by 1679 OpenTable diners.

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2 people

Feb 16, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 5 times today

Experiences are available.

14 Garrick Street, London, WC2E 9BJ

Additional information

Cross street
Floral Street
Neighborhood
Covent Garden
Hours of operation
Tue–Sat 12:00 pm–11:00 pm Sun 12:00 pm–5:00 pm Lunch Wed–Sun 12:00 pm–5:00 pm Dinner Tue–Sat 5:00 pm–11:00 pm
Price
£26 to £40
Cuisines
Peruvian, Latin American
Dining style
Casual Elegant
Dress code
Smart Casual
Parking details
Street Parking
Public transit
Underground: Between Leicester Square station with Northern or Piccadilly Line and Covent Garden with Piccadilly Line
Payment options
AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
Entertainment
Private dining from 7 to 12 people
Additional
Beer, Cocktails, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Weekend Brunch, Wine

Website
https://lima-cantina.com/
Phone number
020 7240 5778
Private party facilities
LIMA CANTINA brings you a true taste of the Peruvian capital’s buzzing local food scene - what Peruvians love to eat and drink! Exclusive hire of lower floor: Seated up to 30 / Standing up to 40 Exclusive hire of ground floor: Seated up to 45 / Standing up to 55 Semi-private ground floor: Seated up to 45 / Standing up to 16 guests

Gift card

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LIMA Cantina

Make a reservation

Additional information

Gift card

CHEF’S SELECTION — FOR 2

Lunch & Pre Theatre Menu

El ceviche

Octopus

Salmon ceviche

To Start

Home baked bread£2.00

Corn ribs£8.00

Aji amarillo hummus£9.00

El ceviche£15.00

Salmon ceviche£14.00

Tuna tiradito£18.00

Pork belly bao£13.00

Wok beef tacos£14.00

Prawn causa nigiri£13.00

Baked beef empanadas£10.00

Quinoa & Asparagus Salad£15.00

Roasted Aubergine£15.00

Baby Gem Lettuce£16.00

Aji Panca Ribs£17.00

Grilled over charcoal

Rib eye£34.00

Octopus£27.00

Beef fillet lomo saltado£29.00

Peruvian style paella £28.00

Frittura de sea bream£26.00

Traditional pollo a la brasa

Ollucos Causa£24.00

Sides

Oven-baked sweet potatoes£6.00

Broccoli£6.00

Chaufa rice£7.00

Ensalada£6.00

Corn Cake£7.00

Overall ratings and reviews

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