Limón Menu (2025 Update)
Limón, a vibrant Peruvian tapas restaurant in San Francisco, offers a diverse menu with options for pescatarians, vegans, and vegetarians. The restaurant provides a trendy and lively atmosphere with excellent customer service. Customers rave about the fresh ceviche, flavorful empanadas, and succulent pulpo. The extensive drink menu includes favorites like Pisco Sour and Lychee-infused cocktails. Limón's signature dishes, such as pollo ala brasa and arroz con mariscos, showcase the chef's talent and the restaurant's commitment to quality. The spacious layout, well-designed interior, and happy hour specials make Limón a go-to spot for group gatherings and special occasions. Don't miss out on the delicious food and welcoming ambiance at Limón on Valencia Street.
Main Menu
BEEF
Aji panca, eggs, Kalamata olives & golden raisins.
CHICKEN
Mixed vegetables, parsley, creamy aji amarillo sauce.
VEGGIE
Mushroom, spinach, corn & cheese.
CHEESE
Oaxaca & Monterey Jack cheese.
EMPANADA SAMPLER
Sample of each empanada flavor.
FIESTA PLATTER
Enjoy Limons favorite piqueos. Chicharron de pollo, beef empanadas, platano frito, & yuca fries.
POLLI-PAPAS
Crispy chicken, french fries, aji amarillo sauce, lemon mustard aioli & Parmesan cheese.
JALEA
Shrimp, calamari, fish, crispy plantain chips, yuca fries, salsa criolla & yuzu aioli.
COLIFLOR PICANTE
Crispy cauliflower tossed in a spicy mayo sauce.
CHICHARRON DE POLLO
Chicken thighs, aji amarillo soy sauce, yuca fries, habanero Limon vinaigrette, & salsa criolla.
TRUFFLE MAC & CHEESE
Limons signature truffle infused macaroni & cheese.
GRILLED BROCCOLINI
Grilled broccolini, lime vinaigrette, chimichurri.
TACU TACU
Traditional Peruvian favorite! Pan-fried mixed rice and beans, aji amarillo, aji panca & garlic.
PLANTAINS
Fried ripe plantains, sweet and sour yuzu vinaigrette.
GARDEN SALAD
Spring mix, romaine, aji amarillo sesame dressing, carrots, cucumbers, & cherry tomatoes.
KALE SALAD
Kale, cabbage, Peruvian corn, golden raisins, toasted almonds, carrots, cherry tomatoes, & parmesan cheese, rocoto miso dressing.
EL TRIO CEVICHE
Mixto in rocoto leche de tigre. Pescado in clasico leche de tigre. Camaron in aji amarillo leche de tigre.
CEVICHE MIXTO
Fresh catch of the day, calamari, shrimp, cancha, choclo, & sweet potato.
LA COPA
Classic leche de tigre cocktail, fresh catch of the day, calamari & shrimp, leche de tigre, crispy calamari, plantains, choclo, cancha, & sweet potato.
EL PESCADOR
Fresh catch of the day, cancha, choclo, & sweet potato.
CAMARON
Poached shrimp, cancha, choclo, & sweet potato.
WHOLE CHICKEN (CUT IN PIECES)
/ CHICKEN (CUT IN PIECES)
/ CHICKEN WHITE
/ CHICKEN DARK
CHURRASCO
oz grilled angus New York steak, asparagus, chimichurri, & aji panca Cabernet demi glace.
PULPO
Grilled Spanish octopus, Peruvian corn, frisee, chimichurri & habanero Limon vinaigrette.
ANTICHUCHOS DE POLLO
Marinated grilled chicken skewers, roasted chimichurri potatoes, Peruvian corn, & anticuchera sauce.
LENGUA A LA PARRILLA
Grilled beef tongue, aji panca marinade, creamy mashed yukon potatoes, Cabernet demi glace.
PARRILLADA PLATTER
Grilled flat iron steak with Cabernet demi glace, Andouille sausage, anticuchos de pollo, roasted chimichurri potatoes, grilled asparagus, anticuchera & aji amarillo sauce.
LOMO SALTADO
Traditional Peruvian favorite! Wok stir-fried beef tenderloin, onions, tomatoes, ginger-infused soy sauce, french fries & Jasmine rice.
ARROZ CON MARISCOS
Aromatic saffron rice, aji panca fish fume, PEI mussels, Manila clams, jumbo shrimp, calamari, fish, & salsa criolla.
SALTADO DE POLLO
Wok stir-fried chicken tenderloin, onions, tomatoes, ginger-infused soy sauce, french fries & Jasmine rice.
PARIHUELA DE MARISCOS
Peruvian-style cioppino! Savory aji panca fish broth, Jonah crab leg, Peruvian scallops, shrimp, calamari, manila clams, PEI mussels.
CHULETON CARLITOS
oz pan roasted pork chop, bacon & cabbage hash, roasted potatoes, & aji panca demi.
SECO DE COSTILLAS
-hour slow braised beef short ribs, cilantro huacatay broth, creamy yukon potato puree, baby carrots & English peas.
ARROZ CON POLLO
Cilantro-Huacatay braised rice, / rotisserie chicken, carrots, English peas, salsa criolla, & aji amarillo sauce.
CHIFA VEGETABLES
YUCA FRIES
SWEET POTATO FRIES
FRENCH FRIES
JASMINE RICE
SIDE SALAD
AJI AMARILLO SAUCE
LIMONS HOT SAUCE
CHIMICHURRI
CHOCOLATE BANDIDO
Rich dark chocolate cake, served with raspberry coulis, chocolate sauce and vanilla chantilly.
TRES LECHES CAKE
Sponge cake soaked with a sweet mixture of three milks, dulce de leche whipped cream.
PANNA COTTA
Sweetened vanilla bean cream custard with mango coulis.
PISCO SOUR
Pisco Quebranta, fresh citrus, housemade syrup, egg whites, & a dash of Angostura bitters.
MARACUYA SOUR
Pisco Quebranta, passion fruit puree, fresh citrus, Combier, housemade syrup, egg whites, & a dash of Peychauds bitters.
LYCHEE SOUR
day infused Lychee in Pisco Quebranta, fresh citrus, housemade syrup, egg whites, & a dash of Peychauds bitters.
CHICHA MORADA SOUR
day infused purple corn in Pisco Acholado, fresh citrus, housemade syrup, egg whites, & a dash of Angostura bitters.
GLASS
PITCHER
LA CLASICA
% blue agave Pueblo Viejo blanco tequila. A modern-classic margarita with a bright & citrusy taste.
CUCUMBER
% blue agave Camarena tequila, cucumber, lemon, agave, tajin.
CADILLAC
Our classic Cadillac margarita, % agave Arette blanco tequila, Combier Dorange, float of Grand Marnier.
EL CAPITAN
Banhez mezcal artesanal, yellow Chartreuse liqueur, fresh squeezed orange juice, passionfruit.
LA PASION
% blue agave Camarena tequila, Combier Dorange, passion fruit, agave nectar.
ESTRELLA GALICIA
.% A Coruna, Spain
WEIHENSTEPHANER HEFE WEISSBIER
.% Freising, Germany
EINSTOK WHITE ALE
.% ml -Iceland
ALMANAC TURE KOLSCH
%, Oz Alameda, California
DELIRIUM RED BELGIAN FRUIT ALE
.% ml -Belgium
DELIRIUM TREMENS
.% ml -Belgium
HITACHINO NEST WHITE ALE
.% ml -Tokyo, Japan
BOO KOO IPA
.% Mother Earth Brewery CO. Vista, California
EAST BROTHER GOLD IPA
.% oz Richmond, California
ALMANAC LOVE HAZY IPA
.% oz Alameda, California
CHAMAN
A balanced blend of mango and passion fruit puree, Banhez Joven Espadin, fresh lime juice, & housemade agave syrup - a must try!
LA PINTA
Pisco Caravedo Quebranta, pomegranate liqueur, angosture bitters, ginger syrup, fresh lime juice.
BOMBA DEL AMOR
A Limon staple! The perfect blend of premium vodka, tropical nectar purees, lemon juice, house syrup, & orange liquor. Brings a new meaning to self-care.
DON CARLITOS OLD FASHION
Our take on a simple classic, made with premium Wild Turkey Bourbon, amaro Montenegro, Combier dorange, & bitters. Smoked with applewood and herbs.
PONCHE
Greenhalls London Gin, yellow Chartreuse, creme de cassis, passionfruit, elderflower liqueur, lime, agave.
LYCHEEMELON
This refreshing drink combines our housemade lychee infused pisco with watermelon juice, house syrup, lime juice & a splash of ginger beer to cool it all off.
ANDINA
Four Roses Bourbon, Cherry Hearing, lemon, agave, cynar, mole & molasses bitters.
CARIBBEAN MULE
Flor de cana blanco, ginger beer, lime, cardamom bitters.
COASTERS DELS OLIVERS PRIORAT
MACMURRAY RANCH PINOT NOIR (CENTRAL COAST, CALIFORNIA)
BOUCHAINE VINEYARDS ESTATE PINOT NOIR (CARNEROS, NAPA)
LOUIS MARTINI CABERNET SAUVIGNON (ALEXANDER VALLEY, CALIFORNIA)
FRANK FAMILY CABERNET SAUIVGNON (NAPA VALLEY, CALIFORNIA)
SILVER OAK CABERNET SAUVIGNON (ALEXANDER VALLEY, CALIFORNIA)
J.LOHR PURE PASO RED BLEND (PASO ROBLES, CALIFORNIA)
CAYMUS CABERNET SAUVIGNON (NAPA VALLEY, CALIFORNIA)
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MONT MARCAL, BRUT RESERVA CAVA (CATALONIA, SPAIN)
SANTA MARINA ROSE PROSECCO DOC (VENETTO, ITALY)
RABBLE SYRAH ROSE (PASO ROBLES, CALIFORNIA)
TREFETHEN CHARDONNAY (NAPA VALLEY, CALIFORNIA)
FRANK FAMILY CHARDONNAY (NAPA VALLEY, CALIFORNIA)
WHITEHAVEN SAUVIGNON BLANC (MARLBOROUGH, NEW ZEALAND)
CLOUDY BAY SAUVIGNON BLANC (MARLBOROUGH, AUSTRALIA)
ZACCAGNINI PINOT GRIGIO (ABRUZZO, ITALY)
LEGADO DEL CONDE ALBARINO (RIAS BAIXAS, SPAIN)
CHICHA MORADA
Purple corn, pineapple, & spices
MANGO LEMONADE
SOFT DRINKS
(Coke, Diet Coke, Sprite, Ginger Ale)
INCA KOLA
ICED TEA
SARATOGA WATER
(Still or Sparkling)
ORGANIC PERUVIAN COFFEE
HOT TEA
(Earl Grey, Chamomile, Mint, Green Tea)
HAWAIIAN PAPAYA BOWL
Hawaiian papaya, greek yogurt, granola, chia seeds, seasonal fruit coulis & fresh fruit.
PORK BELLY & WAFFLES
Crispy pork belly, chicharron crisps, buttermilk waffles, fig syrup.
HUEVOS RANCHEROS
Tacu tacu, corn tortillas, spicy tomato chicken tinga, avocado mousse, fried eggs, queso fresco, country potatoes.
EL CONTINENTAL
Two eggs, thick cut bacon, country potatoes, plantains, fresh fruit.
AVOCADO TOAST
Avocado mousse, brioche toast, poached eggs, queso fresco, cherry tomatoes.
OREO PANCAKES
Oreo cookies, buttermilk pancakes, fig syrup, seasonal fresh fruits.
BRIOCHE FRENCH TOAST
Our housemade brioche dipped in dulce de leche custard, fig syrup, seasonal fresh fruit.
FRITTATA
Sauteed broccolini, bacon, eggs, Oaxaca & Monterey Jack cheese, house crema. Served with brioche toast & jam.
PAN CON CHICHARRON
Crispy pork belly, house baked brioche, salsa criolla, & rocoto aioli. Served with sweet potato fries.
TOAST & HOUSE JAM
Brioche toast & seasonal housemade jam.
THICK CUT BACON
FRESH FRUIT CUP
MANGO PINEAPPLE
CUCUMBER-LEMON
LYCHEE
PEACH THYME
BLUE ELDERFLOWER
PASSIONFRUIT ORANGE
EN LAS NUBES
-day infused Butterfly pea Tequila Arete Blanco, lemon, Combier dorange, cloud of cotton candy.
MORNING ICED TEA
Freshly brewed promegranate quince iced tea, Four Roses Bourbon, ginger, mango puree.
DON CARLITOS
Four Roses Bourbon, amaro Montenegro, Combier dorange, & bitters. Smoked with applewood and herbs.
LYCHEE MELON
Lychee-infused pisco with watermelon juice, house syrup, lime juice & a splash of ginger beer.
BLOODY MARY
Pepper Vodka, Clamato, tomato juice, cilantro, green olives, spices, chamoy, tajin rim.
MICHELADA
Mexican inspired made with Clamato, celery, tobasco, lemon, Lagarta Peruvian beer, chamoy, tajin rim.
CHAMAN
Mango & chipotle sour puree, Banhez Joven Mezcal, fresh lime juice, & housemade agave syrup.
MARGARITA CLASICA
% blue agave Pueblo Viejo blanco tequila. A modern-classic margarita with a bright & citrusy taste.
GREEN-GO
Cucumber, Rigby American Gin, mint, lemon, simple syrup
LIMON
Rigby Vodka, peach puree, orgeat, sparkling wine, lemon.
BOMBA DEL AMOR
Vodka, tropical nectar purees, lemon juice, house syrup, & orange liquor.
CUCUMBER MARGARITA
% blue agave Arette blanco tequila, Combier Dorange, float of Grand Marnier.
BREAKFAST MARTINI
Vanilla vodka, cotton candy, orange, passionfruit, lemon, simple syrup.
Pisco Sour
Maracuya Sour
Lychee Sour
Chicha Morada Sour
Sangria
Red sangria. Burgundy, brandy, triple sec, Drambuie, cinnamon, & fresh fruits.
Sparkling Sangria
Brandy, sparkling wine, prickly pear, orange liquor.
MANGO
Pina Colada
Sangre De Toro Sangria
Sangre De Toro Sangria Mango-Prickly Pear
Blue Lagoon
Watermelon Chamoy
ESTRELLA GALICIA .% Oz - A Coruna, Spain
WEIHENSTEPHANER HEFE WEISSBIER - .% Freising, Germany
EINSTOK WHITE ALE - .% Ml -Iceland
ALMANAC TRUE KOLSCH - % Oz -Alameda, California
DELIRIUM RED BELGIAN FRUIT ALE - .% Ml -Belgium
DELIRIUM TREMENS - .% Ml -Belgium
HITACHINO NEST WHITE ALE - .% Ml -Tokyo, Japan
BOO KOO .% Mother Earth Brewery CO. Vista, California
EAST BROTHER GOLD - .% Oz - Richmond, California
ALMANAC LOVE HAZY - .% Oz - Alameda, California
Chicha Morada
Purple corn, fruit & spices
Mango Lemonade
Coke, Diet Coke, Sprite, Ginger Ale
Inca Kola
Iced Tea
Saratoga Water
(Still or Sparkling)
Organic Peruvian Coffee
Hot Tea
(Earl Grey, Chamomile, Mint, Green Tea)
Trefethen Chardonnay (Napa Valley, California)
Whitehaven Sauvignon Blanc (Marlborough, New Zealand)
Legado Del Conde Albarino (Rias Baixas, Spain)
Zaccagnini Pinot Grigio (Abruzzo, Italy)
Coasters Dels Olivers Priorat (Priorat, Spain)
Macmurray Ranch Pinot Noir (Central Coast, California)
Louis Martini Cabernet Sauvignon (Alexander Valley, Sonoma)
J.Lohr Pure Paso Red Blend (Paso Robles, California)
Santa Marina Rose Prosecco DOC
CHOCOLATE BANDIDO
Rich dark chocolate cake, served with raspberry coulis, chocolate sauce and vanilla chantilly.
TRES LECHES CAKE
Sponge cake soaked with a sweet mixture of three milks, dulce de leche whipped cream.
PANNA COTTA
Sweetened vanilla bean cream custard. mango coulis.
Brunch Menu
Lunch Menu
CEVICHE MIXTO
Fresh catch of the day, calamari, shrimp, cancha, choclo, & sweet potato.
EL PESCADOR
Fresh catch of the day, cancha, choclo, & sweet potato.
CAMARON
Poached shrimp, cancha, choclo, & sweet potato.
EL TRIO CEVICHE
Mixto in rocoto leche de tigre. Pescado in clasico leche de tigre. Camaron in aji amarillo leche de tigre.
LA COPA
Leche de tigre cocktail, fresh catch of the day, calamari, shrimp, leche de tigre, crispy calamari, plantains, choclo, cancha, & sweet potato.
WHOLE CHICKEN (CUT IN PIECES)
/ CHICKEN WHITE
/ CHICKEN (CUT IN PIECES)
/ CHICKEN DARK
CHIFA VEGETABLES
YUCA FRIES
SWEET POTATO FRIES
FRENCH FRIES
JASMINE RICE
SIDE SALAD
BISTEK A LO POBRE
Grilled flat iron steak, shoyu demi glace, fried egg, broccolini, plantains, chimichurri, & steamed jasmine rice.
TALLARINES A LA HUANCAINA
Creamy aji amarillo spaghetti. Served with stir-fry onions, cherry tomatoes, ginger-infused soy sauce, & your choice of protein:
TALLARIN SALTADO DE POLLO
Stir-fried spaghetti & chicken in a ginger-infused soy sauce with onions, cherry tomatoes & sesame oil.
PASTA PORTENA
Jumbo shrimp, manila clams, PEI mussels, creamy aji panca-amarillo spaghetti, cherry tomatoes, & parmesan cheese.
AJI DE GALLINA
Creamy aji amarillo shredded chicken stew, marble potatoes, & parmesan cheese.
WILD CAUGHT PERUVIAN MAHI MAHI
ATLANTIC SALMON
SIDES FOR GRILL
Steamed jasmine rice, Mashed potatoes. Fried cauliflower with lemon aioli, Chifa zucchini ginger-infused shoyu, House salad, & Housemade mac & cheese
GARDEN SALAD
Spring mix, romaine, aji amarillo sesame dressing, carrots, cucumbers, & cherry tomatoes.
KALE SALAD
Kale, cabbage, rocoto miso dressing, choclo, golden raisins, toasted almonds, cherry tomatoes, & parmesan cheese.
EMPANADA SAMPLER
Sample of each empanada flavor.
BEEF
Aji panca, eggs, kalamata olives & golden raisins.
CHICKEN
Mixedvegetables,parsley, creamy aji amarillo sauce.
VEGGIE
Roasted mushroom, spinach, corn & cheese.
CHEESE
Oaxaca & Monterey Jack cheese.
FIESTA PLATTER
Enjoy Limons favorite piqueos! Chicharron de pollo, beef empanadas, platano frito, & yuca fries.
POLLI-PAPAS
Crispy chicken, french fries, aji amarillo sauce, lemon mustard aioli & parmesan cheese.
COLIFLOR PICANTE
Crispy cauliflower tossed in a spicy mayo sauce.
TACU TACU
Traditional Peruvian favorite! Pan-fried mixed rice and beans, aji amarillo, aji panca & garlic
JALEA
Shrimp, clamari, & fish. Crispy plantain chips, yuca fries, salsa criolla, & yuzu vinaigrette.
CHICHARRON DE POLLO
Chicken thighs, aji amarillo soy sauce, yuca fries, habanero Limon vinaigrette, & salsa criolla.
TRUFFLE MAC & CHEESE
Limons signature truffle-infused macaroni & cheese.
GRILLED BROCCOLINI
Grilled broccolini, lime vinaigrette, chimichurri.
ANTICUCHOS DE POLLO
Marinated grilled chicken skewers, roasted chimichurri potatoes, Peruvian corn, & anticuchera sauce.
LOMO SALTADO
Traditional Peruvian favorite! Wok stir-fried beef tenderloin, onions, tomatoes, ginger-infused soy sauce, french fries & jasmine rice. Make it A Lo Pobre! Add Plantains & Eggs +$
ARROZ CON MARISCOS
Aromatic saffron rice, aji panca fish fume, PEI mussels, manila clams, jumbo shrimp, calamari, fish, & salsa criolla.
SALTADO DE POLLO
Wok stir-fried chicken tenderloin, onions, tomatoes, ginger-infused soy sauce, french fries & jasmine rice.
ARROZ CON POLLO
Cilantro-Huacatay braised rice, / rotisserie chicken, carrots, English peas, salsa criolla, & aji amarillo sauce.