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Limones Restaurant, Asheville, NC

Limones Restaurant

4.7
4.7
5930 Reviews
$31 to $50
Mexican
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Around the corner from the Fine Arts Theater in downtown Asheville, Limones Restaurant provides an inspirational mix of Mexican and Californian cuisine along with inventive bar selections served by a warm, professional staff. Long before working and training under some of San Francisco’s most talented chefs, Hugo Ramirez was raised on the intense and varied flavors native to his hometown of Mexico City. In fact, he still calls on his mother for the secrets of traditional Mexican dishes, which he reinvents in innovative and surprising ways. At Limones, Hugo’s love of Mexican food is combined with his training in french-influenced California cuisine.

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 45 times today

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Mexican, Californian
  • Hours of operation
    Dinner Mon–Thu 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:30 pm
  • Phone number
    (828) 252-2327
  • Website
    http://www.limonesrestaurant.com/
  • Payment options
    Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive chef
    Hugo Ramirez
  • Location
    15 Eagle Street, Asheville, NC 28801
  • Neighborhood
    Asheville
  • Cross street
    Biltmore Ave
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Additional
    Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Non-Smoking, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Overall ratings and reviews

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4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.4Value

Noise • Moderate

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5,930 Reviews

  1. Neuroman

    Charleston

    34 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    34 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 3
    No matter when your Reservation is, you likely have to wait. Drinks are on the pricey side. Food is above average. Not Tex Mex, but not authentic Mexican either. Worth the wait.

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  2. Funkydumplin

    Western NC

    3 reviews

    4.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food the brussel sprouts and pork chop were great!

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  3. BobR

    Miami

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    We were disappointed with the lobster nachos served The first time I had them they were wonderful with very fresh lobster. This time, the lobster did not taste fresh and really didn't even taste like lobster.

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  4. JoeyP

    Western NC

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Richard and company helped make Catherine's birthday celebration very memorable.

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  5. OpenTable Diner

    Exclusive

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 4
    The drinks are fantastic and I think the value is fair. However, our server was almost non-existent throughout the night and seemed very cold. We were celebrating our anniversary, and although the hostess recognized it, our server was the antithesis of celebratory and was not accommodating. She was very quick to deliver our check while we still had plates in front of us. The lobster nachos were great, but the scallop ceviche certainly needs work. Ceviche usually has a citrus, tart flavor. The scallop ceviche was definitely lacking that flavor.

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  6. KenB

    Western NC

    35 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    35 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    The food and service are always excellent. We were in the annex and it was pretty loud. Margaritas are awesome!

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  7. OpenTable Diner

    Las Vegas

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on December 1, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Awesome experience door to door. Service was excellent, food impeccable, and as usual the margaritas never disappoint!

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  8. OpenTable Diner

    Western NC

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 30, 2023

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 3
    Man. I hate to write this as I've been a fan for 20 years but this is now a solid tourist place only it seems. SO expensive for what we got... Sigh...the new Asheville...

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  9. JayP

    Raleigh

    26 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    26 reviews

    Dined on November 30, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great meal! We come here almost every time we come to Asheville over the last ten or more years. The menu hasn’t changed much and for me that is great! Consistently good, very excellent ambience and we love the expansion they did a few years ago to allow for easier reservations.

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  10. Bobblewood

    Coastal Georgia

    89 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    89 reviews

    Dined on November 28, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Food and drinks are consistently good. Service generally superior to most of the competition…menu is great…but more frequent changes would attract those of us who are “frequent flyers”.

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  11. OpenTable Diner

    Western NC

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 28, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Love Limones. Every visit is wonderful and the food is always fantastic.

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  12. OpenTable Diner

    Cleveland

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 27, 2023

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Showed up two Minutes early were asked to edit outside in the cold no one was allowed while they were just setting up

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  13. Laurel

    Austin

    2 reviews

    2.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on November 25, 2023

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Excellent service but very mediocre food. Used to be better, definitely not worth the price.

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  14. OpenTable Diner

    Wilmington

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 24, 2023

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Food generally good but not outstanding. Squash -Miso soup was my favorite. Not wowed by lobster tacos although lobster was plentiful. Beef tenderloin was tasty but nothing special.

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  15. KevinR

    Raleigh

    10 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on November 23, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This sis one of the best Mexican Restaurants at which I've eaten in quite some time. The menu is creative and it is all really well executed. Don't pass on the lobster nachos. The ceviche was also amazing and definitely order something off of their award winning margarita menu. We will definitely be back next time we are in Asheville.

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  16. TNelon

    Western NC

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 21, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent food and excellent service. I will be visiting the restaurant on my next special occasion or friendly outing.

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  17. ChrisK

    Charleston

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on November 20, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    As is customary, the food was very good. The service was very good, always present when needed and also invisible. Our server also made recommendations on wine and dessert that were well done.

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  18. Foodies

    Nashville

    67 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    67 reviews

    Dined on November 20, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We’ve been coming to Asheville for years and this is always a stop we must make. They are consistently excellent and one of our faves in the area. This meal was no different. Food, drinks and service all on point.

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  19. JohnH

    Western NC

    199 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    199 reviews

    Dined on November 18, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    My wife and I were in town for an afternoon concert and decided to try Limonis for dinner.  our server was Tiffany, and she was attentive and very professional, despite being very very busy. From 5 o’clock. The moment the doors opened the restaurant was full and stay that way right our entire evening. Our food was fresh and very very uniquely innovative. The lobster nachos were delicious, but not at all when we expected. In frankly, I’m more traditional approach to plating would’ve been more enjoyable. The avocado Tartar and smoked salmon, was unique and very delicious. The beef tenderloin was perfectly cooked, and the mashed potatoes were incredibly delicious. My wife’s lamb had a nice flavor but was slightly over cooked and a little tough.  The margaritas, however, were incredibly large, so pace yourself. My blood orange was slightly tart and delicious while my wife enjoy the coconut margarita. Neither of us had room for dessert, but they had some interesting choices, and we look forward to coming back and trying them. 

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  20. CurtisY

    Houston

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on November 18, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Outstanding Mexican food in North Carolina! It's as good as any Mexican food I've had in Houston or Mexico. The lobster nachos were amazing, the Adobo brisket tacos will make your tongue slap your face. My wife had butternut mizo soup and fish asado and loved it! The first Mexican food she's enjoyed since she's been in the states. Staff here is excellent! This place alone is worth the 2 hour drive from Knoxville to eat here. Sabrina was our waitress and was great, but several of the other staff checked on us and brought our food. The waitress just showed up with 2 glasses of champagne, on the house for our anniversary.

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  21. ChrisA

    San Francisco

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 17, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Limones never disappoints. Inventive, ever-changing menu. Consistently high quality. Impeccable, attentive but not over-powering service. Caliente Margarita is a must.

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  22. JamieG

    Western NC

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on November 17, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    CONSISTENTLY great! Been coming for years and its always delicious. Such a great date night spot.

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  23. HelenH

    Western NC

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on November 16, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    A remarkable dinner. Just perfect. Excellent wine. Scallop dish was devine, lamb dish delicious. And we finished with a tres Leche, which was light and luscious at the same time. Very professional staff. Very organized and impressive operation.

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  24. JudieFoodie

    New York Area

    108 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    108 reviews

    Dined on November 14, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This was my second time to dine here. We returned because I love the ceviche sampler and good cocktails. My husband lived his empanadas and chile relleno. Last night the restaurant sent a piece of tres lèche cake to my table for my birthday. So cool! We intend to dine here each time we travel to Asheville. First rate Latin restaurant!

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  25. MerrilyO

    Western NC

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on November 14, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Limones always delivers. We had an out-of-town business guest who wanted some Asheville foody experience and we got that, and more, at Limones.

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  26. JoBra

    Los Angeles

    30 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    30 reviews

    Dined on November 13, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    There's is nothing better in the world than the lobster nachos... but the beef tenderloin also deserves 4 thumbs up. Truly a special meal!

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  27. JohnP

    Denver

    9 reviews

    5.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on November 13, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    margaritas, lobster nachos, soup, brisket tacos were all fantastic

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  28. Ryan

    Western NC

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on November 12, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This is our favorite Asheville restaurant. We keep coming back and continue to have a great experience. I can’t wait for our next special occasion.

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  29. Gaylord

    Western NC

    54 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    54 reviews

    Dined on November 11, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great ceviche as always. Jeff is a fabulous bartender!!! Enjoyed!!!

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  30. LoveRadishes

    New York Area

    13 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    13 reviews

    Dined on November 11, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Fantastic food and service. Plenty of cocktail options and the ones we had were amazing.

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  31. Natasha

    Philadelphia

    7 reviews

    4.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on November 10, 2023

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Really enjoyed our dinner!! The beef tenderloin with the mashed potatoes and Brussels was amazing. Highly recommend. Margaritas were yummy too!

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  32. Sc1Gal

    Charleston

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on November 10, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 2
    Loved the food! The ambiance was a bit cold- that’s the only negative. But it wouldn’t keep me from coming back!

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  33. claudie

    Atlanta Metro

    23 reviews

    5.0

    23 reviews

    Dined on November 10, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    You just can’t beat Limonies for food, ambiance and service. Great night out at Limonies!

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  34. OpenTable Diner

    Western NC

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 9, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Best filet of beef I’ve had maybe ever… always amazing food. Fast and excellent service. Our favorite for years!

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  35. Tbot

    Western NC

    4 reviews

    4.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on November 9, 2023

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    My partner and I had a great time dining here. The only thing I had issue with was the hostess. She was bad at gauging how busy it was when she sat us. Not at a table like we reserved, but the squished corner of the bar between a couple and a single diner. The whole middle/main part of the bar was empty so she could’ve sat us there instead. Since we originally reserved a table, we were pretty bummed about getting placed right there. It ended up being a really great night. The food was spectacular, the food runners were very efficient and our bartender gave us fantastic service even at the height of it being busy. Just wish the start of our dining experience went a little smoother.

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  36. RalphS

    New York Area

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 8, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Dinner at Limoges is one of the best dining experiences we have had. Appetizers, dinner and dessert were creative, well prepared, and presented attractively. Street Corn was good and the pork chop was very good. Bread Pudding was the best I have had. The server was very helpful but careful limit interactions to what was needed. Overall it was a great evening. Thank you.

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  37. Dennis

    Cincinnati

    5 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on November 8, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Tiffany was outstanding!! Her service and positive attitude was refreshing.

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  38. JakeB

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 8, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had an excellent experience, the food and drinks were delicious and the service was outstanding

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  39. allisonm

    West Palm Beach

    24 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    24 reviews

    Dined on November 8, 2023

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 4
    Food is really good. Very pricey so keep that in mind.

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  40. adam

    Wilmington

    7 reviews

    2.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on November 7, 2023

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 4
    I was disappointed in our visit . The food is overpriced for what you receive. We ordered a few things . The Mushroom tostado was only 1 and it was priced at $13! ( and it was small) We also got the empanadas and they were small for $12( total of 3) . We left with 2 items and 2 glasses of wine for $70 with tip! Will not return

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Safety precautions

  • Cleaning & sanitizing

    • Surfaces sanitized between seatings
    • Digital, disposable or sanitized menu provided
    • Sealed or wrapped utensils used
    • Common areas deep-cleaned daily
    • Sanitizer or wipes provided for customers

  • Screening

    • Sick staff prohibited in the workplace

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You can order delivery directly from Limones Restaurant using the Order Online button.

Limones Restaurant is rated 4.7 stars by 5930 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 45 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Limones Restaurant

15 Eagle Street, Asheville, NC 28801

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Biltmore Ave
  • Neighborhood
    Asheville
  • Hours of operation
    Dinner Mon–Thu 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:30 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Mexican, Californian
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Payment options
    Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Hugo Ramirez
  • Additional
    Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Non-Smoking, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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