Lima Bistro

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   Ashley

   New York City1 review

   2.0

   Dined 1 day ago

   1. Overall 2
   2. Food 2
   3. Service 3
   4. Ambience 3

   So bummed! The reviews made us think this place was going to be awesome but unfortunately that was not our experience. Some of the food was significantly undercooked and waitress tried to argue with us that it was the “chef’s choice” as to how to cook certain seafood that day. We also had no bread brought out until 1/2 way through our meal and service was so slow that my drink sat empty for 20-30 minutes. Cute place- manager was friendly and tried to make it right but would definitely never return.
   

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   Karlijn

   Chicago1 review

   5.0

   Dined 2 days ago

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 4
   4. Ambience 4

   Great food, great cocktails, good atmosphere! Decent service. When in Aruba, this is a great place for a night out!
   

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   Krishna

   Chicago1 review

   4.0

   Dined 3 days ago

   1. Overall 4
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 2
   4. Ambience 4

   Decided to stop at Lima Bistro on our first stay in Aruba. We felt rushed, however, after the hostess seated us. The appetizers we ordered came out immediately after the bread was served. In general, our server seemed rushed, looking at her watch and not really wanting to engage with us or even enquire if we had questions about any of the items on the menu. The food was uniformly outstanding, but the service detracted from our overall experience.
   

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   Kasey VIP

   Greater Boston2 reviews

   5.0

   Dined 3 days ago

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 4
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 4

   Lima bistros food was amazing and service was exceptional. They made me feel extra special on my birthday. I would highly recommend dining here!
   

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   David

   Washington DC9 reviews

   5.0

   Dined 4 days ago

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Lima never disappoints. The food was delicious as always. I tried a special appetizer consisting of grilled scallops and Gruyère cheese in a bechamel sauce, it was fantastic. Then I had the tuna steak which is one of my favorite dishes here. It was cooked perfectly! Unfortunately, I did not have room for dessert this trip but the Mescalinda cocktail was a great finish to the meal.
   

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   Frank

   London5 reviews

   2.0

   Dined 5 days ago

   1. Overall 2
   2. Food 2
   3. Service 1
   4. Ambience 3

   Na jaren van positieve ervaringen nu een hele slechte. Ik bestel vaker alleen een aantal voorgerechten die normaal netjes na elkaar komen. Maar nu werden ze in eerste instantie in 1 keer uitgeserveerd. Toen ik er iets van aangaf gingen er twee terug naar de keuken, maar niet in alle vriendelijkheid. Nog geen minuut later kwam de volgende serveerster en die wilde weer de derde gerecht uitserveren. Coordinatie ontbrak volledig. Als je een fles wijn bestelt dan drink je die toch niet in 10 minuten leeg? Ook sommige gerechten waren qua samenstelling veranderd, maar niet ten goede. De vis in de Crudo was taai. Overal gebakken aardappeltjes tussendoor gooien is geen toegevoegde waarde. In mijn beleving is de kwaliteit sterk afgenomen. Heel jammer.
   

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   Tiffany

   Philadelphia25 reviews

   4.0

   Dined 5 days ago

   1. Overall 4
   2. Food 4
   3. Service 4
   4. Ambience 4

   Great waterfront spot with pretty views. Modern restaurant with latin flair. Tasty, creative food
   

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   Joanne

   New York City2 reviews

   5.0

   Dined 6 days ago

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   We always enjoy our meals at Lima. The food and staff are wonderful.
   

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   Erik

   Greater Boston5 reviews

   5.0

   Dined 6 days ago

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Fantastic restaurant. Nice view of the harbor. Wonderful staff.
   

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    Sara

    Greater Boston6 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5

    This was by far the best meal we’ve had so far on our trip. Everything was so fresh and delicious, even the complimentary bread (which we proceeded to order more of). Ceviche and octopus were so good and very different flavors than I’ve ever had for those dishes. Some of t$3 restaurants here have weirdly high review for very mid food but this restaurant deserves every 5 star review. I just wish we had this place up in Boston!
    

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