LIMA Cantina

4.5 (1770)

£26 to £40

Peruvian

14 Garrick Street, London, WC2E 9BJ

About this restaurant

Charming
Good for special occasions
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.

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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! MAIN RESTAURANT | Seated up to 30 / Standing up to 40 EL BAR | Seated up to 25, standing up to 40 LOGGIA | Seated up to 16, standing up to 20 guests

Location
14 Garrick Street, London, WC2E 9BJ
Area
Covent Garden
Cross street
Floral Street
Parking Details
Street Parking
Public transport
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

BaoGBP 13.00
Pork Belly, Char Siu Sauce, Daikon
Pollo TacosGBP 14.00
a la brasa, House Corn Tortilla, Guacamole
Beef TacosGBP 14.00
Wok, House Corn Tortilla, Guacamole
AnticuchosGBP 13.00
wood fired beef fillet skewers, peppers, anticuchera sauce
EmpanadasGBP 11.00
Wok Beef, Yellow Chilli Cream
QuinoaGBP 15.00
Asparagus Salad, Passion Fruit Vinaigrette, Queso Fresco
AubergineGBP 15.00
Roasted, Hoisin Sauce, Guacamole (V)
Burrata GBP 16.00
Baby Gem Lettuce, Coconut & Curry (V)
Ribs GBP 17.00
Pork Yakiniku Style, Aji Panca, Golden Potatoes

CHARCOAL

Mains

Whole Suckling Pig
6-10 pax. to be ordered 24hrs in advance
Traditional Pollo a la BrasaGBP 27.00
1/2 Rotisserie Chicken. Marinated for 24 hours in Peruvian herbs & spices. Served with Andean potatoes & aji amarillo & huacatay cream
Traditional Pollo a la BrasaGBP 49.00
WHOLE Authentic Rotisserie Chicken. Marinated 24hrs in herbs & spices. Served with Andean potatoes, Aji amarillo & Huacatay cream.
Seasonal VegetablesGBP 22.00
Simply grilled, with lime & herbs (vg)
OctopusGBP 31.00
Baby Squid, Coriander, Aji Amarillo Bubble & Squeak

SALTADO

LomoGBP 29.00
Beef Fillet, Andean Potatoes, Soy, Jasmine Rice
QuinottoGBP 29.00
Prawns, octopus, lime, quinoa
OllucosGBP 24.00
Causa, Mushroom Stew, Broccoli
TempuraGBP 29.00
Prawns & Courgette

Sides

side dishes

PotatoesGBP 6.00
andean golden (vg)
BroccoliGBP 6.00
chili & soy sauce
Chaufa RiceGBP 6.00
Peruvian stir fried rice
EnsaladaGBP 6.00
Tomato, Avocado, Red onion
CassavaGBP 6.00
crispy sticks, huancaina (v)

DESSERTS

Picarones GBP 8.00
Traditional Peruvian Donuts, vanilla ice cream
WatermelonGBP 8.00
Granita, Whipped Cream & Coconut
ChocolateGBP 8.00
Mousse

Reviews

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Reviews from people who have dined at LIMA Cantina.

4.5

(1770)

4.5Food
4.5Service
4.4Ambience
4.1Value

Noise • Energetic

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

LIMA Cantina offered "fantastic venue with great food and service." Guests praised the "delicious" South-American dishes, attentive staff, and vibrant ambiance. Though not entirely Peruvian, the overall experience was "excellent." Patrons loved the prime location, especially for pre-theatre dining. Despite its closure, LIMA Cantina left a lasting impression with its "amazing food" and warm hospitality.

1,759 Reviews

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Richard
London1 review
5.0
Dined on 4 July 2026
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The food and all were excellent. To find out this was their last night due to rising costs is saddening A big loss, loved it
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Mark Gold
London44 reviews
5.0
Dined on 30 June 2026
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Havent been here for a while but food just as good or even better. Great waiting staff and super location. Will be back soon !
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Antonella
London1 review
4.0
Dined on 29 June 2026
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
This review is heavily influenced by the fact I am from Lima, born and raised, parents from Lima too, and I love cooking Peruvian food at home here in London. The Huancaina sauce was not it, neither was the Rocoto. No sentí el saborcito de nuestro aji amarillo ni del rocoto. Justamente pedí el pescado porque venía con rocoto y el choclo con huancaina.. Perhaps if the restaurant was not advertised as Peruvian I'd have come out saying 10/10. The food was very nice, the staff were polite, the place was nicely decorated and the whole experience was excellent (just not Peruvian enough for me). The highlight were the picarones for dessert. They did take me back to Lima. If you can afford it and are in the area, yes, I'd definitely recommend it.
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Joanna
London1 review
2.0
Dined on 25 June 2026
1. Overall 2
2. Food 3
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 2
Extremely rude customer service in the outdoor area.
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Inna
London12 reviews
5.0
Dined on 18 June 2026
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
This is our preferred place to meet up before going to theatre!
LIMA CantinaResponded on 20 June 2026
Hi Inna, many thanks for taking the time to rate us. We look forward to welcoming you back to LIMA again soon!
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Mamdouh
London5 reviews
5.0
Dined on 16 June 2026
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Delicious and comforting South-American food in a very lively restaurant at a prime location. The rotisserie chicken was excellent!
LIMA CantinaResponded on 20 June 2026
Hi Mamdouh, many thanks for taking the time to leave us a review. We're delighted to hear that you enjoyed your dining experience with us. We look forward to welcoming you back to LIMA again soon!
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Julia Gold
London14 reviews
5.0
Dined on 8 June 2026
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Food was fantastic and absolutely delicious. We also had the sweetest server (I didn’t catch his name, but he’s polish) who was just the right amount of attentive and chatty. Had a thoroughly lovely evening.
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Maria
Brighton3 reviews
5.0
Dined on 6 June 2026
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Delicious food. I recommend the ceviche, the guacamole with plantain, tacos, the ribs, yuca and empanadas.
LIMA CantinaResponded on 8 June 2026
Hi Maira, many thanks for taking the time to rate us. We're delighted to hear that you enjoyed your dining experience with us. We look forward to welcoming you back to LIMA again soon!
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Paola
London4 reviews
5.0
Dined on 3 June 2026
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 3
Delicious food, attentive staff, lovely venue. It gets incredibly noisy when full but thankfully no loud music to have to shout against. Pricey for the size of portions.
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emma
Norfolk/Suffolk2 reviews
5.0
Dined on 30 May 2026
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
What a fabulous restaurant! Amazing food, cocktails and staff…especially Jaros 🩷 he was so friendly and fun, we felt like VIP’s in his care. We will absolutely be back x
LIMA CantinaResponded on 2 June 2026
Hi Emma, many thanks for taking the time to rate us. We're delighted to hear that you enjoyed your dining experience with us, and our team is thrilled by your kind feedback. We look forward to welcoming you back to LIMA again soon!
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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! MAIN RESTAURANT | Seated up to 30 / Standing up to 40 EL BAR | Seated up to 25, standing up to 40 LOGGIA | Seated up to 16, standing up to 20 guests

Location
14 Garrick Street, London, WC2E 9BJ
Area
Covent Garden
Cross street
Floral Street
Parking Details
Street Parking
Public transport
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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PICAR

PanGBP 2.00

CornGBP 8.00

GuacamoleGBP 9.00

CEVICHERIA

El cevicheGBP 17.00

TunaGBP 18.00

SalmonGBP 15.00

Prawn NigiriGBP 13.00

STARTERS

BaoGBP 13.00

Pollo TacosGBP 14.00

Beef TacosGBP 14.00

AnticuchosGBP 13.00

EmpanadasGBP 11.00

QuinoaGBP 15.00

AubergineGBP 15.00

Burrata GBP 16.00

Ribs GBP 17.00

CHARCOAL

Whole Suckling Pig

Traditional Pollo a la BrasaGBP 27.00

Traditional Pollo a la BrasaGBP 49.00

Seasonal VegetablesGBP 22.00

OctopusGBP 31.00

SALTADO

LomoGBP 29.00

QuinottoGBP 29.00

OllucosGBP 24.00

TempuraGBP 29.00

Sides

PotatoesGBP 6.00

BroccoliGBP 6.00

Chaufa RiceGBP 6.00

EnsaladaGBP 6.00

CassavaGBP 6.00

DESSERTS

Picarones GBP 8.00

WatermelonGBP 8.00

ChocolateGBP 8.00

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