This is a sublime place: service (friendly and transparent waiter Christian), feel &mood (inc the exotic latin music in the background), presentation of the food, but perhaps most importantly - the food we had here is out of this world.
We tried the seafood rice - rich and sensationally flavourful.
The slow cooked lamb and pumpkin was an outstanding dish: so tender and light and the coriander sauce was a perfect match.
But what stood out really was the desert: whatever u do, if u visit here, do not miss out on the Suspiro Peruvian Ice Cream. I’ll just say it tastes like a velvety cloud of heavenly taste bursts...
We’re definitely coming back here.
Lovely venue, delicious flavors, friendly staff. expensive place..
We love the venue. it's very well done up place.. They have two sections- one downstairs & the bar lounge upstairs.
The menu was difficult to understand. But, the staff was very helpful in getting us through the menu and help us select the right items. They had some fantastic vegetarian options as well.
Food was really freash. I loved their cocktails, I don't remember the exact name but it was a whisky based cocktail with caramel. We had lampchops and prawns, yummy...
Amazing service and food! All of our dishes were flavorful & delicious. The staff really went above and beyond with service - specifically Imran & Jenny! Highly recommend the beef tenderloin & the pineapple dessert**
Lima is one of the best restaurants around for Fine dining. Tried Peruvian Cuisine for the first time and the dishes that I chose here were really yumm. Relaxed atmosphere and very pretty interiors. So ambient. Great place for occassions, dates and weekend family eatouts too. The corn cake that was served as an accompaniment with the beef dish I ordered was a surprise to my taste buds-just loved it. Very friendly and patient staff.Keep up the good Work, Lima! Will be back for more.
The interior was very catchy. The arrangement of the dining area inside and outside suited the whole atmosphere and appeared great.
The cleanliness and maintenance of the interior area of floors, tables, chairs was in good condition. The tables were laid off well. The speed of service in terms of placing an order was appropriate. The availability of waiters was approachable . Mr.Imran was very friendly and courteous. He served us with full gesture and love. The presentation of the food was more than palatable. It was succulent, mouthwatering and very delicious.
PRATYUSH GUPTA......
City walk truly has some hidden jewels in its bag alright. With an outdoor seating in the beautiful weather that DXB has got right now, and with some wonderful #Peruvian dishes to try, Lima is a definite cracker of a place. Word of advice, don’t go and try the typical lamb rack, and other beaten track stuff. Go ahead for the suggestions given by those hosting you, because trust me, they give some real good suggestions (for cocktails as well).
Peruvian cuisine @ LIMA Dubai.
It's a completely different sensation on the taste buds. Yellow chillies, tiger milk, pumpkin puree, rosemary infused roasted chicken, freshest yellowtail, melt in your mouth octopus and soft lamb - and we still couldn't do the duck. The spices are mild and natural, the food inspires pure joy. The service is outstanding.
Cost for a couple approximately AED 600 (including beverages).
It was my first time trying the Peruvian cruise. Had the business lunch. Food was good. Steak was cooked properly and tasted good.
Had the seabass ceviche, signature octopus and beef short ribs for supper, washed down with excellent cocktails. The ceviche beautiful, fresh fish and not too acidic with the ‘tiger’s milk’ dressing. The octopus was so tender and served on lovely mash with quinoa mixed in the mash, and the short ribs were to die for, bones removed if just a tad too rich in flavor. Will have to return to try other dishes
This was the first time I was trying Peruvian cuisine. Loved the food, the ambience and the service! I tried the causa squid which was delicious and beef anticuchos which was melt in the mouth soft. Will surely come back to try more things!
Lima is a hidden gem in city walk! Been here numerous times over the last few months. The staff are amazing, the lounge bar on the first level is spectacular. Will surely be there again.
No words can describe the food al Lima. Every item in the menu is delicious! Congrats to the chef for creating a truly special menu among the fine dining restaurants in Dubai 💯
I visited this place 2 days ago and seriously This place serves one of the best Peruvian food I had in Dubai. Their civeches, octopus, meats are soo flavourful!
An absolute Peruvian delight. Not to miss their Hamachi, short ribs & Panko prawns. I was left voraciously craving for more although I was absolutely full. Good ambience and ample parking. Staff are absolutely cordial & assist you for a great dining experience. will definitely recommend this place for an excellent fine dining experience
First ever to try a peruvian cuisine with my husband and this experience was so perfect for us.
Service: 5/5 our server berna was so attentive in giving us recommendation of the best dishes.so we all had what she recommended. And she ensures that everything was perfect that night.
Food: 5/5 For starter we had (seabass ceviche, Braised octopus and Lomo steak) Mains (we had ribeye and altitude prawns) Dessert (Peruvian suspiro)
I can't say any negative about the above dishes ,THE FOOD WER ALL DELICIOUS and great presentation ,sad that i dont have more photos.
Price:4/5
Ambiance:4/5 seated outside and its little bit dark but its fine.
Thanks to the Manager as well who approached us and ensures that everything was perfect. We'll definitely be back soon.
My Birthday dinner done right! We were there last Tuesday. Love the location, ambience, food, wine, people, everything. It was our first time ever trying out Peruvian food. After waiting for so long and checking out different options, I'm glad I chose LIMA 😀.
Our server Melanie (I hope I got the name right, sorry if I'm wrong) was very helpful, explained the dishes and adviced us right.
The food was excellent and worth the price. We had an awesome spread on our table. The favorite of all was the Tuna Tataki Tiraditos and Braised Octopus, though the portions could have been a little more generous since the plate was half empty.
The drinks were refreshing. The beer, white wine and a signature cocktail were all perfect.
I shall definitely come back again and recommend to my friends.
Thank you for making our wedding anniversary sooo special , we are so delighted to visit LIMA .. great location , awesome food , super variety of red and rose at the bar .. and value for what we pay !
1. Fast & Efficient service: 3/5 (the menu wasn’t self explanatory and there was no iPad to cross check the food items mentioned in the menu, plus the waiter couldn’t recommend something that matches our preference)
2. Quality of food: 4/5 ( the food was very delicious and my favorite dish was the Lamb Rack with sweet corn)
3. Cleanliness: 5/5 ( the interior/decoration is very nice and the seating area is very cozy and relaxing)
4. Price: 3/5 ( it is expensive mainly due to the location and quality of food)
1. خدمة سريعة وفعالة: 3/5 (قائمة الطعام ما كانت واضحة و النادل ما كان عارف ينصح بأطباق تناسب ذوقنا)
2. جودة الطعام: 4/5 (الاكل كان لذيذ و احلى صحن كان ال Lamb Rack مع الذرة )
3. النظافة: 5/5 (الديكور جميل والمكان مريح )
4. السعر: 3/5 (المطعم غالي و السبب الموقع ونوعية الطعام)
Our ceviche experience at Lima was simply exceptional. The head chef Diego attended us personally explaining every single dish. With every new ceviche we were transported to different areas of Peru. The way food was presented and explained was completely off the charts. A real luxury trip for our five senses. The service was about the best you can find in Dubai and the overall experience that of Michelin Star restaurants in Europe. All at a very reasonable price including the amazing cocktails...and our special anniversary cake! Definitely coming again next month.
Healthy, tasty food. Great ambiance, friendly staff and one hell of a place for a date night. I love their ceviche it's the right kind of tangy and everything is high-quality and fresh. You must visit this restaurant at least once in the duration you're in Dubai for.
Beautiful setting. Very warm and inviting. The service was very friendly. A wonderful Peruvian dining experience. The food is delicious. Thank you for making our visit a memorable one.
It was a well spent weekend in tasting some excellent Peruvian cuisine @limadubai @citywalkdubai we kicked off with ordering the signature dishes of Lima braised octopus is a delicately composed dish and resembles a painting with the violet sauce (Japanese mayo) micro herbs,quinoa and violet flowers secondly with beef tenderloin well cooked meat topped with yellow sauce and edible flowers. Commendable guest service with brilliant ambience to be on a dinner date!
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The best food ever l had in Dubai, from welcome desk to Jenny, chef Miguel and Cisca they are absolutely fantastic, l am highly recommended this place to everyone, well done to everyone 👏👏👏👏👏👏
I was invited for a business lunch and their set menu was an ideal start. First and foremost, the reviews on Zomato are definitely not in line with reality.
The service is quite good while the quantity and serving size is very appropriate.
The bread, with sauce, ceviche and the steak was very good. Didn’t like the salmon though. Steven served us well.
Lovely, thoughtful and attentive service. The food was delicious as well, I loved the hamachi and the bisque sauce in the cod was amazing. Will come back.
After having a once in a life time trip to Peru this restaurant truly delivers on the creating the epitome of delicate and exquisite tastes of Peruvian cooking (well mostly Lima). Between 2 people we ordered the traditional ceviche (sea-bass), solterilto salad, lamb seco and the braise octopus. Despite small portions it was a hearty slow paced meal and we were very stuffed. The decor and ambience is warm and welcoming (it is closed off to the main shopping area walk way because it’s serves alcohol, but this actually adds to a more positive experience and makes the place feel more secluded and calm away from the high street bustle). The waiters are well informed about the ingredients and preparation of the food and give good recommendations. The service is smart and very nice. It is pricy but definitely worth a visit for a special occasion, I for sure would love to make it a habitual visit if it wasn’t so expensive :)
Saraffair By Sara Beato
+5
I ate:
. Pisco Sour Cocktail
. Maracuya Albahaca Mojito Mocktail
. Rocoto Bites: rocoto chili crisps and sautéed beef & purple corn and tomato
. Tiraditos: tuna tataki
. Ceviche: catch of the day (seabass)
. Lima signatures: braised octopus
. From the Sea: black cod
. From the Land: wagyu beef
. Desserts: lucuma & peruvian suspiro
+ amazing ambience - very chilled, cozy, intimate atmosphere
+ OUTSANDING food - never had a meal like this! uau! fresh flavors, high quality, crispy, texture, everything on point of being dreaming! rich menu!
+ incredible service - staff was beyond friendly and the food was constantly introduced by detail and historically explained (as every dish as a point of Peruvian cuisine)
+ nice decor
+ fair price compared with quality
+ loved the cocktails
Overall experience: Going to Lima is the same as doing a gastronomical tour around Peru! With an unique culinary concept and crafted by the internationally-acclaimed chef Virgilio Martinez (the no. 5 in the World’s 50 Best List) and Gonzalez brothers, I was proud to be part of this food journey. To better understand Lima cuisine, makes sense to refer the history of Peru and its significant immigration from many parts of the world. As this has a big influence on the different flavours I was about to experience on every dish. So next time when you try meat with a asian twist, you find it easy to comprehend that is part of Lima. Probably my forever favorite restaurant in Dubai! Recommend to everyone! :)
It is a nice place to hang out or have a little gathering with family and friends. Food is tasty( just slightly overpriced) Had a little birthday celebration last night and Chef came with this beautiful piece!!! Thanks a lot!!
Great Ambience, service and music. It's a nice cosy place to hangout with friends or even for a romantic evening. Their food is just amazing.. Must try the shrimps..
Conveniently situated in city walk this Peruvian restaurant was a great idea for lunch or dinner
The staff were very nice and knowledgeable about the menu
The ambience was nice
The menu was rich with choices, you will need someone to explain it to you
The food was really good we had the Salmon ceviche, the tuna carpaccio (my favorite) the mashed potato with fried squid and for main the grilled salmon
It’s a sharing concept so every dish had enough for 2
Worth trying , I recommend Lima for family outings or a dinner with friends ... the Drinks are great
I was at Lima for Friday brunch. Despite it being packed we were well looked after and attended to. It was my first time trying Peruvian food and I was surprised and delighted. It was my first experience so I am not equipped to compare, but I really enjoyed the meal. There was plenty of choice of drinks and desserts too!
It’s in a such a convenient location and licensed. They have a really good ladies night and an amazing menu. The solerito salad, burrata, grilled chicken with spices (can’t remember the name of the dish) and the chicken and rice dish were all really good. Great music and ambience and good value for money especially on a ladies night in a group. Would definitely go back.
Grilled scallops & quinoa ceviche was excellent. Staff was very good and ambience was pretty fine. Very nice menu, cool vibes. Overall it was very good experience. Gonna comeback soon with family and friends.
Hi I’m cecilia
I’ve eaten at this fabulous restaurant this evening, it’s just round the corner in the city walk, in a reserved and quite road.
the staff was very polite, useful and kind the atmosphere was good also because it was quite empty.
the food was great and high-quality
i had a grilled octopus with chili’s sauce and corn cake; all very fresh and well presented.
I also had a cocktail called “Carribbean Caramel” which was exceptional
It’s well worth it!
المكان صاخب بس حلو وتحس بالحماس والاثاره
وما يصلح للعائلات والاطفال
جلساته مميزه وديكوره حلو ومكان حلو في ستي ووك
الخدمه ممتازه والمشروبات عنده رووووعه
My wife took me back in April for my birthday. The food, drinks and staff were all great. One of the best places to visit in Dubai. We had a lamb dish which I can’t remember what it’s exactly called, but that was great. We also had tuna ceviche which wasn’t that great
Have been here for dinner, the service was great and so was the food. For me Their Speciality is the ceviche I had the salmon one the taste was amazing and the fish was fresh. 👌🏻
Great place - excellent ambiance and wonderful staff. Anastasia looked after us very well, explaining us newbies the Peruvian cuisine what each dish is and what should we go for. And it was never disappointing. I was told this was authentic (I can't tell since I've never been to Peru or tried its food elsewhere) and I would believe them because it was an incredible experience of unique flavour, very unlike the stuff you get in Dubai. The atmosphere too made it seem they're sincere about keeping it authentic. So expect a raw, unadulterated Peruvian experience (exactly what we had). We also saw some South American customers there, which means they are quite authentic (Going by the rule eat Chinese where the Chinese eat). Also thank you for the free dessert - that was a wonderful gesture too! Definitely will visit again and recommend.
In Dubai, Latin American restaurants are less common than other kinds of restaurants but interestingly there are some Peruvian restaurants which are well known in Dubai. Lima is one of them. Exquisitely decorated looking and juicy taste are something which make this restaurant renowned. I took braised octopus and was just gorgeous.
The decor of the restaurant is perfect, the service staff is well spoked and friendly. The food is good ( though not authentic peruvian). We enjoyed a lot !! The only thing they should pay attention is the dessert menu.. its not upto the mark and dosnt taste good at all.. AND THE BAR MENU ( food) is way to costly and lack finger food. I mean salad is not at all and always a good option..
BUT OTHER THAN THAT EVERYTHING WAS PERFECT. A place for must visit.
Amazing place, nice ambiance and great location. First time tried Peruvian cuisine and want to tell that all dishes except poached scallops were very tasty and delicious. Very adequate prices and not bad service.
I hat a brilliant place offering Peruvian cuisine. We ordered for the Quinoa salad and Tuscan Duck. The salad was scrumptious and the Tuscan duck was well cooked and tender. Overall a great experience.
I frequented the one in London when I was living there, and the Dubai branch was as impressive be! Try their ceviche and grill octopus! And don't forget their signature pisco sour and the Japanese pisco sour!
Love this place. The manager, Alex, always takes great care of us, the live music is great and the food is outstanding. I recommend this place to all of my friends!
Hi Lima,
Thank you for a very nice evening last night with world class service and really amazing food. I was most impressed with the number of the vegetarian options and they were all so tasty too. See you again soon.
I was looking for a perfect Date night place and since I had been there earlier with a. Large group of friends, chose this.. it was bit open with hardly any people around on a week night, but that Kinda set the mood for our evening.
Food - some of the dishes very exemplary and one average.. but an great experience.. priced a bit steep, with alcohol thrown in!
Definitely recommend for a good Peruvian experience..
Delicious Peruvian restaurant. We’ve ordered different dishes to share that were all tasty and fresh. Service was good and ambiance chilled.
The place is casual so I wouldn’t list it under fine-dining.
They also serve a large selection of cocktails that are quite original.
#Sahtein
Deepali Agarwalla (Grub_A_fare)
+4
I am the most about excited about the weekend every week coz it gives me another chance to explore a restaurant's Friday Brunch. This weekend I made my way over to Lima located in Citywalk. I have been itching to visit this place ever since I visited Toro + Ko a while back. Located in the same nestled away spot in Citywalk, the restaurant has an outdoor area, semi-outdoor covered with lots of greenery and netting, an indoor area as well as a lounge upstairs. It's safe to say, there's a place to sit for every mood.
GET SET GOOBLE
AMBIANCE | The restaurant has very modern industrial inspired interiors with a copper hued theme complemented by fresh greenery. I loved the idea about the spaced out seating areas that flow from one room to the other.
CROWD | A very relaxed crowd, you will find a mix of people from tourists exploring the city to residents dining here. Whether you choose to dress up or dress down, what's important is that they encourage you to dress for your mood.
FOOD | The good thing about this brunch is that it is not served buffet style but at the table. The server provides you with a set menu for appetizers and desserts with a choice for mains. There was a selection of duck baos (loved the stuffing for this one), fresh salmon and catch of the day ceviche with tiger's milk (glad to find out that tiger's milk is actually a Peruvian marinade made with a combination of different citrus ingredients like lemon, chillies, salt, pepper, onions) and Chicken causa (the presentation of the dish was so pretty).
We also had the Prawns Antichucho (absolutely loved this one specially the sauce they had been tossed in), Vegetarian Chifa rice (a scrumptious rice dish with Chinese flavours) and Tequenos (deep fried delights filled with meat).
For mains we had the choice of lamb, chicken and fish. I opted for the Fish which was cooked beautifully. We also tried the Lamb which was probably my favourite. The slow cooked lamb was tender to bite and complemented by pumpkin and coriander. This was definitely an enjoyable dish.
The mains were complemented by a bowl of Andean Potatoes and Corn cakes (brulee).
For desserts we got a mixed platter of mini posicles, raspberry mousse, creme brulee and a chocolate one. Quite enjoyed them.
DRINKS | There's unlimited drinks depending on the package you choose. We had the wonderful Rose wine that's served from a extremely large bottle. There's also prosecco if you prefer something bubbly else I highly recommend switching to the Pisco sour. This was prepared wonderfully and went perfectly well with the mood.
ENTERTAINMENT | The music playing is lovely but what I missed was a live band/singer.
SERVICE | The service is pleasant and the servers are very friendly.
Manisha Lulla-Khubchandani
+5
It was our first time for Peruvian cuisine. Simply loved the food. Awesome ceviche. The staff was quite friendly and knowledgeable about the cuisine
Love this spot. Food is all incredibly presented and super tasty. Favorites were the Sautéed Avocado Ceviche and the Lamb. Great service as well! 🙏🏻
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LIMA- now that’s what you call the best Peruvian restaurant in town.
Well to be honest it’s the first time we were having Peruvian Cuisine and we were very very excited to experience it.
Lima is situated right in the Centre of City walk , next to Galvin and Toro + kO.
The place is huge, two levels and it’s got a beautiful outdoor area as well.
We started off with the Pisco sour which is a typical Peruvian cocktail. It’s got a unique taste but is extremely refreshing so do give it a shot if you don’t mind trying something new.
For the appetizers we got the Purple corn and tomato. This is jus a one bite dish but the amount of flavour you will experience in that one bite will jus get you started off on the kind of taste you will be feeling throughout the Peruvian cuisine.
Next was the Hamachi, this is going to just melt in your mouth. One of my favorite starters for sure. Bright , and vibrant and full of freshness.
The next one we got was the catch of the day. Some cubed tuna, fresh again and light. If you are a tuna fan you will love the bold flavours in this dish.
We went for both the signature dishes cause you jus can’t leave without them.
The braised octopus with potato cream, now I’m not a huge octopus fan, but this dish was another level. The combination of the octopus and the potato was just perfectly paired.
The next signature was the Lomo steak huancaina. Seared Beef tenderloin with cheese sauce - you really cannot ask for something more delicious. Oh and did I mention how pretty looking this dish was . Actually all the dishes were really really well presented. It really was like art on a plate. It jus showed how much care and love had gone into plating the food.
For the mains we got the Black cod and lamb seco.
So my husband and me are huge fans of the black cod. But we have only had it at the Japanese restaurants with miso. This was the first Peruvian version of black cod we were going for. The plate when it came I jus couldn’t stop staring at it - it looked gorgeous. The black cod was soft, succulent , juicy and melted away. The charred beetroot, baby onions and spring onions went extremely well with the fish. Definitely the best main at this restaurant for me.
The lamb , is a slow cooked lamb, which just tears apart when you run your fork through it. Very well prepared.
After being so very stuffed , we had some green tea and then finished with dessert. Now who can order jus one dessert??? never never it’s always two. So we got the avocado mousse and the Peruvian suspiro.
The Peruvian Suspiro was great but I cannot stop dreaming about that avocado mousse. All you avocado lovers , it’s a request - ple go try this dessert.
I know I just found my most favorite dessert in Dubai.
Chef Mendez was extremely polite, we were honored to meet the man behind the amazing dishes we had indulged in. He explained to us the concept of Lima and how the dishes originated from Peru.
Overall, loved the hospitality at Lima, special thanks to the servers who were so well educated about each and every ingredient in their dish ( very impressive ) and the food was exceptional. Cannot wait to head back with my family.
Rachelle Ann Varun Harry
+5
Amazing , Delicious , world class , great ambience and beverages . No words to describe.
What a fantastic experience , we went there twice , fantastic team , makes the Michelin star experience mind blowing .
Must try octopus , scallops , king crab , duck and more more more ... we love the place . Recommend to sit upstairs if require some privacy . The ambience and art work is elegantly contemporary
Atmosphere 5/5
Food Taste 5/5
Quality and Price 5/5
Quantity and Price 4/5
Service 5/5
Decoration 5/5
Peruvian food is one of my favorites right now !! This restaurant is located in a cozy corner in City Walk Phase 2. Cool staff, tasty food, lovely interior design and atmosphere.
What to order.
Starters:
(Anticuchos): Beef Tenderloin
(Lima Signature): Braised Octopus
Main:
Sea food seco risotto
Dessert:
Sorbeto
By the way the Beef Tenderloin is the TASTIEST beef i’ve tasted .
Abslouslty perfect .. ceviche drinks and atmosphere !
Classic ceviche with Chicha Morada..
I would prefer to have more tiger milk on the ceviche and more spicy and more cancha .. the manager was so kind and provided us with them on a side...
The aged negroni is on point - thanks to vlad who looked after us very well and guided us on a cocktail experience which is very refreshing and unlike dubai. The focus on flavor does you well LIMA
For Peruvian food lovers its a heaven.
They have some great dishes, attentive and friendly staff, good ambient and a good location also. Nice lunching experience.
Never been to Peru before but it’s one of my bucket list !! A bit curious how the food be like ! Everything turn out was good upstair is the bar if you want to check it out ! The food was tasty if you are wondering what to try just ask your friendly waiter they are ready to explain !
Super cool vibe. We ordered several dishes and all were great. Their drinks were delicious too. They were attentive to all of our requests. I would recommend this place.
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Located in one of the nicest areas in the city, Lima is a definitely a different and pleasant experience.
We booked a table for two on the Dubai Restaurant Week offer and it was definitely worth it. The offer was a 3-course set menu for 199 AED per person.
We had the Lomo and the Tiradito as starters. The sauce that goes with the tiradito is insane, fantastic. The lomo was very good but if we have to choose, we’ll go for the second option.
Mains: we had the duck breast and the black cod. The duck breast was cooked greatly, medium term, and it had a nice texture with the sauce. The black cod, though, is the star of the show! Must have.
Desserts: San Martin Chocolate + Suspiro. I’d call it a tie. Very good. Maybe a slight advantage to the suspiro for the fruity touch it has.
Why is it a 4/5? Well, although the service was good, we had to wait around 15-20 minutes for the waiter to come to our table after we got there. Maybe it was the demand they had at the time, maybe not, we’ll find out next time.
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If you want to feel like you are out of Dubai in another city with a cool vibe to it, the new part of City Walk is the place to be. You get a very European feel, lovely alfresco seating at the restaurants and a few of the are licensed!
LIMA is one of them and is the creation of Virgilio Martinez who also owns a Michelin star restaurant by the same name in London. Peruvian food is definitely becoming a trend in Dubai and you'll know when you eat here!
There are two floors with the ground floor having tables in the open air where you can enjoy the food and wine with a view. The restaurant has lots of plants and greenery so it has a very fresh and cosy feel.
The food - well, the food!!! Literally everything we had was absolutely delicious - cannot fault any of it. Even the portions were just right - none of that big plate, tiny food going on here which is fab.
Highly recommend the Lomo Steak - one of the best things I've eaten, the Black Cod and if you like chocolate definitely have the 4 chocolate - heaven on a plate!! Sinful but so so good!
The ambience is lovely for either a romantic meal or for dinner with friends. They also have happy hour every day from 4 - 8 pm.
I wouldn’t call it Fine Dining. The location, the interior - it’s not fine enough. But it’s a wonderful place for casual dining with friends or family. I actually like that the portions are small (60-80 g) because this way you can try and share many dishes.
Me and my friend ordered tuna tataki, salmon and sea bass ceviche, burrata, braised octopus, black cod on grill and red snapper for main. Everything was wonderful, fresh and tasty. I was not a big fan of their corn brûlée, too sweet and condensed to my taste. We couldn’t have desert as were too full after the main dish.
I will definitely keep this place in mind for outings with friends. Nice food, good wine and cocktails and the music is not too loud so one can relax and talk comfortably.
We went here today for a business lunch and it was amazing. Food was to the point, service was good. I have nothing to complain. We tried the solterito salad - so fresh and good, traditional ceviche - yum yum, salmon nikkei and lomo saltado - they were both delish! The chef comes across very creative, the combination of flavours was just right. I can't wait to try their a la carte menu, well done guys!
This is what Dubai stands for, good food, beautiful ambiance and friendly staff. Have tried the food earlier and it was amazing, only downside, portions were a bit small so not the best place if you’re really really hungry and want to eat a lot. The ladies night is on Wednesday where ladies get unlimited red, white or rose and the men get 25% discount on beverages. This is a good day to go because the place is buzzing and has a good vibe. Also, unlike a lot of other places, they serve good wine instead of giving something cheap that gives you a terrible hangover the next day. The staff was quick to give refills as well. Visit in the winter months and the outside terrace is very relaxing.
Ambience: it’s located deep in City Walk in a quaint corner. The restaurant itself is gorgeous, the indoor, outdoor and upstairs seating area are all uniquely designed. There is a lot of greenery, with plants and vines all around. Certainly one of the most beautiful venues I’ve been to. Food: They start off with pre-drinks that can be either alcoholic or non-alcoholic. The non-alcoholic drink is a refreshing purple concoction that had me wishing for more.
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Must Try: Lamb Seco, Hamachi Tiradito and Pisco Sour Drink.
Tucked away in the heart of City Walk 2, we have the latest creation of Chef Virgilio Martinez called Lima Dubai.
I was invited to try their signature menu and the new cocktails which will be introduced in their new bar menu. As we entered the restaurant, we couldn't help but notice the beautiful and cosy alfresco dining area which is perfect for the winter season. The Peruvian restaurant has an urban and relaxed vibe for their fine dining area and an upbeat vibe in their lounge which is on the first floor.
The Lima Dubai signature menu consists of three courses and the Head Chef, Deigo Sanchez, presented each dish for us and graciously explained how each dish was prepared and the Peruvian history behind the dishes.
We started our experience with the first course which was Hamachi Tiradito and their most popular, Lomo Steak Huancaina. Both the dishes were an amalgamation of colours. The Hamachi Tiradito was delicious. The fish was fresh and soft and the Yuzu Tiger's milk complimented the dish perfectly. The Lomo Steak Huancaina was served with the yellow chilli & fresh cheese sauce which was light and was not too spicy. Our second course (which was my favourite) was the Lamb Seco and the Anticuchos. The lamb is cooked for 14 hours and is served with pumpkin two-ways and coriander marinade while the chicken is marinated with Aji Panca (which is a popular Peruvian red pepper) for 24 hours. It was safe to say that both the dishes were devoured in minutes. The best dish of the evening was definitely the Lamb Seco. The meat was soft and the pumpkin two-way gave great texture and flavour to the dish. The most awaited course of the evening was dessert, of course. We were served the Peruvian Suspiro with Chirimoya Ice Cream. The Ice Cream was not too sweet and the salted caramel made it divine. We were also served one of the Andean and Amazonian Sorbets which was refreshing. The presentation of each dish was beautiful and quite colourful as well.
For the cocktails, we tried the classic Pisca Sour first. While the bartender was making our drink, he told us the history of how the Pisca Sour drink and how significant it was to the Peruvian culture. The Bar Manager, Alex, also gave us a sneak peek of the new cocktails such as the Ruby Hearted and Chaplin Sour. Both the cocktails had a light punch and were quite refreshing.
The service was impeccable. Our server, Ciska was funny and the interactions with the Head Chef and the Bar Manager was amazing.
With such a diverse cultural history, Lima Dubai was able to bring its culture into the food and bring out a unique blend of flavours.
Overall a must visit.
Visited Lima on number of occasions and every time it was an amazing experience. The dishes arrive in a spectacular presentation with delicious flavors...especially the octopus is a must try !!!!!! I highly recommend the ceviches, braised octopus, Lomo steak huancaina, anticucho octopus !
One of the best Peruvian restaurant with Chilled atmosphere and with friendly stuff.
Highly recommend to go and try For ceviche lovers! Great spot for great people.
Food was great! Had ceviche “catch of the day” which is marinated sea bass, braised octopus and pisco sours! Everything was delicious. Main course was black cod with Chifa rice. Love the atmosphere staffs were amazing!
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Best Peruvian restaurant in town!!!!
My friends and I went to have dinner at the new Peruvian spot at City walk and we were amazed by the entire experience.
Our waitress, Jessy together with Luigi and Juan David made our evening exceptional. Jessy, and her unique personality, made sure that everything was running extra smooth throughout the dinner meanwhile Juan David and Luigi explained each and every dish in front of us giving that "Latin touch" which was very much needed.
Food wise was memorable, however the highlights were the Octopus Olivo (super extra mega tender and yummy.... a MUST) Salmon ceviche; fresh and well balanced, the catch of the day with a delicious Aji Amarillo sauce, Beef or octopus anticucho which are marinated and grilled, was served with a sweet corn cake on the side, simply "out of this world".
Drinks, We could not leave the place without a traditional Pisco Sour (which was not traditional, actually) garnished with Yuzu foam on the top... It was nice, but a bit sweet for my taste.
Overall experience, super worth it! Take the tag out of your mind cause Lima Dubai is it not a traditional Peruvian restaurant... I'll be back, for sure!
This is another popular Peruvian restaurant owned by Virgilio Martinez, who also owns Central Peru the world’s leading Peruvian restaurant, currently ranked #4 in the World’s 50 Best Restaurant List. We planned on just having a dessert. We entered the restaurant and we were served with a complimentary drink of raspberry and gin. For dessert, we ordered the Peruvian Suspiro and we had no idea what it had expect for the fact that it was one of their best dishes.
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Verdict- Heavy but MIND-BLOWING
It was an absolute delight to have it. We tried to guess the ingredients but eventually failed and asked the server to find out it was custard apple ice cream and sorbet. It is originally called Suspiro Limeno that has a base of condensed milk and evaporated milk that gives this caramel colored cream as a result. It is then topped with this Italian meringue with a sprinkle of ground cinnamon. It is a hundred-percent-guaranteed-must-try dish.
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I decided to spend NEw Years Eve with my family at probably one of my favorite restaurants in Dubai this days and Oh man they couldn’t have been happier. Food with soul and charming service. Every dish is presented in a way you just want to snap it and don’t even touch it, but then you know the flavors are there and just want start digging in. We had their set menu for the night so got to taste a little of everything. My favs probably the tomato bite at the beginning followed by the “shot”, beef anticuchos (got to be wagyu that just melts in your mouth), Octopus with mashed potatoes was the winner and although I don’t care for lamb my boyfriend and brother were so happy with it that I even had my share as well. All in all a great evening!
Yet another Peruvian spot, Lima is located in the popular alleys of Citywalk, one of the trendy places in town lately. The venue marks the third opening of international restaurants (one of them a Michelin star in London) by Virgilio Martínez under the same name, also preceded by Central Restaurante – 5th Best Restaurant in the World.
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Chef Virgilio Martinez is a new generation chef promoting the expansion of Peruvian cuisine around the world, with which he has brought Lima into the heart of Dubai. An award-winning chef whose restaurant Central has been named Latin America’s best restaurant for several years running, Chef Virgilio is an innovative restaurateur who has successfully helped in increasing the love for Peruvian food worldwide.
Located in Citywalk, this licensed venue provides an open and airy space for dining along with an upstairs lounge area. We started our afternoon with tomato bites, a light & fresh amuse bouche to prepare our palate for the delicious meal. Peruvian food is heavy on the use of avocado and quinoa, and to my vegetarian guest’s delight - They offer a delectable sauteed avocado ceviche. A vegetarian take on the classic seafood ceviche, this dish is served with vegetables including baby corn, with a sour lime dressing topped with crackers. We also tried the classic seafood ceviche - an absolute delight of flavours. The solterito salad was another great dish - With beetroot, corn, fava beans, olive lime dressing and an interesting addition of halloumi cheese.
As we moved towards to anticuchos, a Peruvian speciality, our first dish was the baby gem lettuce. A refreshing small plate with a side of the best cornbread we have ever had! The Lima Signature octupus followed, our favorite from the afternoon. Braised octupus with olives on a bed of mashed potato, served beautiful with a purple dressing and edible flowers - It was both a visual and sensory delight. Our mains included the classic black cod and the quinoa nikkei - A beautiful mix of 4 colors and kinds of quinoa with garlic potato puree and nikkei sauce.
We ended on a deliciously high note with the Peruvian Suspiro, chirmoya ice cream and meringue served on an indulging bed of salted caramel, a spectacular end to a perfect meal. Lima does not fail to impress, offering impeccable service, a fantastic ambience, delicious drinks and brilliantly inspired dishes.
Note: This meal was complimentary as part of a media invite, however views are my own.
Amazing experience...
The waitress was super helpful and took time to give us her recomendation...
The food itself was amazing... a must try i'd say..
Make sure you try their signature drink
I only got introduced to Peruvian cuisine couple of years ago and it has become one of my favorite cuisines. I’ve visited all the Peruvian restaurants in Dubai with the exception of Lima Dubai. And I finally visited Lima Dubai last night for dinner. Lima Dubai is the extension of Lima, London’s first Peruvian restaurant to be awarded a Michelin star, and retaining it to this day.
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What a magic experience! Kicked off at the upstairs bar where a DJ mixed sultry laid back tunes as the barmen mixed our divine Zen mocktails that tasted like a caramel hug. Try out their hanging seats for a real pleasant start to your evening.
The food was out of this world - each element carefully considered to snap and dazzle on the tongue. Each dish presented a unique flavour profile and a sumptuous texture. We tried around 12 - 15 different dishes, to make one hell of a gastronomic night out.
The service was impeccable: friendly, attentive and luxurious. You come away from Lima feeling really spoiled and pampered - like a spa for your tastebuds.
Highlights:
- Tiger's Milk: (have no idea what makes up this appetizer, but it's a must-do!)
- Mackerel: (we had both the appetizer and main course variants, do yourself a f(l)avour and do both.
- Wagyu fillet & fillet in mustard: these were the absolute standout best dishes of the night for me
- Cod: rich, with a superb freshness and velvety texture.
- Seabass ceviche: absolute winner! Crisp, tart and a delightful mix of textures on the tongue
- Coffee mousse: superb final note for the evening
- Zen mocktails: sweet caramel flavouring makes this a neat way to kick off your evening
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The first thing you’ll notice is lush greenery. Lima’s cosy outdoor terrace is covered in plants and bushes, creating the feeling of a little oasis in the center of urban Dubai. Step in and be surprised once again by the warmth and authenticity. Expect smiles reaching out to you from every corner.
I started my night at Lima on the first floor, right at the bar where Max and Luis were creating the best traditional Pisco Sour I’ve had in my life. Mixing bartending and story telling, Luis conveyed me of fables of past and present, and in a few minutes I was very aware of Peruvian dining rituals. Equipped with a drink I lost myself to the Latin tunes, nestling in a cosy hanging chair made of wood. The DJ’s booth at the opposite corner was barely noticeable but his work pushed my soul to dance.
An hour later, all set with aperitifs, I made my way to the cevicheria, placed in a way that all cooking magic would be visible from anywhere at Lima. While I watched salmon being gently sliced, chef Diego Sanchez has appeared at the counter and I couldn’t resist but speak to him.
Quick and very very charming, he talked me through the variety of ceviche dishes served at Lima and his passion to tweak traditional recipes introducing new flavours and tastes. A challenging task in Dubai, he thought. A big fan of a change I quietly disagreed, because only a silly girl would argue with a great chef while he is cooking for her.
Chef Diego Sanchez started when he was just 17, a fact recognized by me as a huge achievement. With a little candid smile and eyes sparkling with passion, he immediately wins over his guests, capturing respect and attention. His charm continue with the taste of his dishes, perfected to the ultimate beauty in taste and presentation. I couldn’t stop applauding every time he appeared from the kitchen, adding a fantastic touch to the whole dining experience.
I was actually pleasantly surprised by Lima. They offer a variety of authentic Peruvian food and seem to have a key ingredient to all of their dishes (tiger chili). The food is pretty enjoyable and the atmosphere is very welcoming. I was slightly disappointed with the dessert menu because it to lacked famous Peruvian desserts such as tres leches, pionono and picarones. But overall, a satisfying experience.
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+5
Loved loved this place. I love Peruvian food, and here it was tasty, beautifully presented and just very creative. Service was really good too. Waiters are helpful and very knowledgeable. The atmosphere is relaxing and the decor is very modern with rustic twits. Will be back for sure!!!
peruvian food is very popular and definitely dubai has better spots to try it. service was very good and ambiance too. only dish that really caught my attention was the grilled avocado, a must try if you visit
. prices are on the steeper side. selection for vegetarians is limited.
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Lima!!! one of the best Peruvian restaurants I've ever tried!! Such an amazing place in the heart of the new City Walk. We tried Lima when we visited Dubai couple of weeks ago for Lunch. The decoration and the hospitality were superb. The staff was so friendly and amazingly knowing every single detail about every single dish!!! We had a purple welcome drink (made of fresh ingredients with the main one being purple corn!!!) I've never seen or tasted purple corn before. We ordered a starter dish from the main dish menu (the vegetable quinoa) quite a taste, started digging in that dish to get more of the different tastes and to figure out what that yum sensation is coming from. Then we ordered 2 main dishes (chicken and duck) You need to taste..No words can explain such a taste!!! The staff kept visiting our table and they were so nice and professional. The manager Vicky was so generous and sent us a complementary Desert..the tastiest avocado mouse ever....A highlyyyy highly recommend place..Don't miss it. I can book a ticket to Dubai to only eat at that place and come back !!!
I don't know where to start exactly... definitely my favorite restaurant at the moment in Dubai. I have been to Lima with a friend on the recommendation of my boss and I enjoyed every moment.
The staff was excellent, a free welcome drink at your arrival, a nice and peaceful ambiance that remind me Mediterranean restaurant (olive tree, wood style).
Then amazing starter + ceviche full of flavor and look like a piece of Art. Every details is perfect, the bread with a Peruvian sauce, the design of the dish...
Lastly the Dessert, amazing visually and incredible in the mouth. Not comment, just enjoy!
Congrats.
I don’t ever write reviews but I had to share this. The Hamachi is to die for! The mix of flavors, the sauce and the fish itself. If you haven’t tried this you’re definitely missing out. The service is amazing too. If you come in and see someone stuffing their face with Hamachi say hi it’s probably me! 🤦🏻♀️
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My latest transfixion is the #peruvian concoction called Tiger's milk or Leche de tigre. Its a citrus-based marinade that contains lime juice, sliced onion, chiles, salt, pepper and #fish stock. In #Peru it is claimed to be a hangover cure as well as an aphrodisiac. I can totally see why! This potion is #delicioso 😋😋😋 and is evident in most of the dishes served @limadubai .
Although on the expensive side, the dishes are works of #art on a plate and #delectable 👌👌👌 . My #favorite would have to be the #scallops tiraditos 📷. The thinly sliced scallops just melt in you mouth while the sauted purple potatoes added a lovely texture that also complimented the creaminess and citrus #flavour of the tiger's milk. ⬅ Swipe left ⬅ for pictures of the other master pieces. In that order they are: 🍽 Scallops Tiraditos
🍽 Yellow Chili Squid Bocados
🍽 King Crab Causas
🍽 Octopus Anticuchos
🍽 Catch of the day #Ceviche 🍽 Black #Cod
🍸 Japonesa Sour (delish! 😋😋) Highly recommend trying this place for a chilled evening out in @citywalkdubai .
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