Limones Restaurant

Name: Limones Restaurant
Address: 15 Eagle Street, Asheville, NC, United States, 28801
Telephone: (828) 252-2327
Price range: $31 to $50
Rating: 4.7

4.7

5928 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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Party Size

2 people

DateTime

Dec 7, 2023

7:00 PM

Booked 36 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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Popular dishes

Butternut Squash-Miso Soup**$10.00
pepitas + crème fraiché
Ceviche Sampler**$19.00
Ceviche Verde* **$16.00
tuna + papaya + avocado + pickled onion + lemon-evoo
Ceviche del Mercado**$16.00
fish of the day + lime juice + guacamole + red onion
Scallops Aguachile Ceviche**$16.00
jicama + cucumbers + celery + avocado
Three Cheese Chile Relleno**$13.00
salsas + curtido + crema
Street Corn**$11.00
chipotle mayo + cotija cheese + lime + tajin
Brussels Sprouts**$13.00
miso-gochugaru aioli + queso cotija + lardons
Avocado Tartare**$15.00
smoked salmon + capers + basil aioli + crackers
Chorizo-Potato Empanadas$12.00
Oaxaca cheese + guacamole salsa + ancho chile crema
Mushrooms Tostada$13.00
whipped feta cheese + chimichurri rojo + pinenuts salsa
Lobster Nachos$17.00
crema agria + guacamole + black bean sauce + serrano

Raciones

Black Angus Beef Tenderloin* **$45.00
Brussels sprouts + goat cheese-potato puree + shallots-peppercorn demi
Seared Scallops**$44.00
creamed corn + poblanos + lardons + leeks + chimichurri rojo
Dry Aged Pork Chop* **$43.00
Murasaki sweet potato-speck hash + organic loose greens + pear-chile chutney + mole amarillo
Lamb Loin* **$44.00
saffron basmati rice + olives + feta cheese + harissa + haricots
Seared Duck Breast**$43.00
Beluga lentils + pasilla-curry sauce + mustard-apricot jam + braised Fall greens
Fish Asado* **$39.00
saffron basmati rice + haricots + guajillo beurre blanc + jicama brunoise
Adobo Brisket Tacos**$23.00
charro beans + two salsas + cilantro + onion + lime
Roasted Savoy Cabbage**$22.00
Beluga lentils + pasilla-curry sauce + feta cheese + chimichurri rojo + crème fraiché

What 5,928 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.7

4.7 based on recent ratings

4.7Food
4.7Service
4.7Ambience
4.4Value

Noise • Moderate

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Asheville / Western North Carolina
Hot spot
Asheville / Western North Carolina
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Asheville / Western North Carolina
Most Booked
Asheville
Innovative
Asheville
Hot spot
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Lively
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Most Booked

5,928 Reviews

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BobR
Miami
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined 3 days ago
overall3food2service4ambience4
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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JoeyP
Western NC
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined 3 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
Richard and company helped make Catherine's birthday celebration very memorable.
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OpenTable Diner
Exclusive
1 review
2.0
1 review
Dined 4 days ago
overall2food2service1ambience4
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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KenB
Western NC
35 reviews
vip
5.0
35 reviews
Dined 4 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience4
The food and service are always excellent. We were in the annex and it was pretty loud. Margaritas are awesome!
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OT
OpenTable Diner
Las Vegas
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined 6 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
Awesome experience door to door. Service was excellent, food impeccable, and as usual the margaritas never disappoint!
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OpenTable Diner
Western NC
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined 7 days ago
overall3food3service3ambience3
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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JayP
Raleigh
26 reviews
vip
5.0
26 reviews
Dined 7 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
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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Bobblewood
Coastal Georgia
89 reviews
vip
5.0
89 reviews
Dined on November 28, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience4
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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OpenTable Diner
Western NC
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on November 28, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Love Limones. Every visit is wonderful and the food is always fantastic.
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OT
OpenTable Diner
Cleveland
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on November 27, 2023
overall4food4service5ambience4
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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Laurel
Austin
2 reviews
2.0
2 reviews
Dined on November 25, 2023
overall2food2service5ambience4
Excellent service but very mediocre food. Used to be better, definitely not worth the price.
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OpenTable Diner
Wilmington
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on November 24, 2023
overall4food4service5ambience4
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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KevinR
Raleigh
10 reviews
vip
5.0
10 reviews
Dined on November 23, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
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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TNelon
Western NC
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on November 21, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Excellent food and excellent service. I will be visiting the restaurant on my next special occasion or friendly outing.
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ChrisK
Charleston
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on November 20, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
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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Foodies
Nashville
67 reviews
vip
5.0
67 reviews
Dined on November 20, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
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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JohnH
Western NC
199 reviews
vip
5.0
199 reviews
Dined on November 18, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience4
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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CurtisY
Houston
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on November 18, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
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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ChrisA
San Francisco
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on November 17, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience4
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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JamieG
Western NC
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on November 17, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
CONSISTENTLY great! Been coming for years and its always delicious. Such a great date night spot.
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HelenH
Western NC
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on November 16, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
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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MerrilyO
Western NC
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on November 14, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
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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JudieFoodie
New York Area
108 reviews
vip
5.0
108 reviews
Dined on November 14, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
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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JoBra
Los Angeles
30 reviews
vip
5.0
30 reviews
Dined on November 13, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
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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JohnP
Denver
9 reviews
5.0
9 reviews
Dined on November 13, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience4
margaritas, lobster nachos, soup, brisket tacos were all fantastic
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Ryan
Western NC
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on November 12, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
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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Gaylord
Western NC
54 reviews
vip
5.0
54 reviews
Dined on November 11, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great ceviche as always. Jeff is a fabulous bartender!!! Enjoyed!!!
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LoveRadishes
New York Area
13 reviews
vip
5.0
13 reviews
Dined on November 11, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Fantastic food and service. Plenty of cocktail options and the ones we had were amazing.
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Natasha
Philadelphia
7 reviews
4.0
7 reviews
Dined on November 10, 2023
overall4food4service5ambience4
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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Sc1Gal
Charleston
7 reviews
5.0
7 reviews
Dined on November 10, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience2
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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claudie
Atlanta Metro
23 reviews
5.0
23 reviews
Dined on November 10, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
You just can’t beat Limonies for food, ambiance and service. Great night out at Limonies!
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OpenTable Diner
Western NC
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on November 9, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Best filet of beef I’ve had maybe ever… always amazing food. Fast and excellent service. Our favorite for years!
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Tbot
Western NC
4 reviews
4.0
4 reviews
Dined on November 9, 2023
overall4food5service4ambience3
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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RalphS
New York Area
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on November 8, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
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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Dennis
Cincinnati
5 reviews
vip
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on November 8, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Tiffany was outstanding!! Her service and positive attitude was refreshing.
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JakeB
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on November 8, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
We had an excellent experience, the food and drinks were delicious and the service was outstanding
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allisonm
West Palm Beach
24 reviews
vip
3.0
24 reviews
Dined on November 8, 2023
overall3food4service2ambience4
Food is really good. Very pricey so keep that in mind.
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adam
Wilmington
7 reviews
2.0
7 reviews
Dined on November 7, 2023
overall2food2service2ambience4
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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Maia
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on November 7, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Excellent food, service and ambience. Will definitely return when I come back to town!
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aditoth
Las Vegas
79 reviews
vip
5.0
79 reviews
Dined on November 7, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Always excellent in every way. Got to try the chicken and rice soup last night. Haven’t seen it on the menu before. I loved it. Pulled chicken, rice, perfect veggies and a pop of fresh cilantro. The scallops entree was delicious and as it happened the Conundrum white was a beautiful pairing. The black bass ancho fish entree was a revelation. The sauce was just like lobster bisque. Amazing and delicious.
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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

FAQs

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

Limones Restaurant is rated 4.7 stars by 5928 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

Party Size

2 people

DateTime

Dec 7, 2023

7:00 PM

Booked 36 times today

Order delivery or takeout

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

Website
http://www.limonesrestaurant.com/
Phone number
(828) 252-2327

Limones Restaurant

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

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Lobster Nachos

Seared Scallops

Black Angus Beef Tenderloin

Para la Mesa

Butternut Squash-Miso Soup**$10.00

Ceviche Sampler**$19.00

Ceviche Verde* **$16.00

Ceviche del Mercado**$16.00

Scallops Aguachile Ceviche**$16.00

Three Cheese Chile Relleno**$13.00

Street Corn**$11.00

Brussels Sprouts**$13.00

Avocado Tartare**$15.00

Chorizo-Potato Empanadas$12.00

Mushrooms Tostada$13.00

Lobster Nachos$17.00

Raciones

Black Angus Beef Tenderloin* **$45.00

Seared Scallops**$44.00

Dry Aged Pork Chop* **$43.00

Lamb Loin* **$44.00

Seared Duck Breast**$43.00

Fish Asado* **$39.00

Adobo Brisket Tacos**$23.00

Roasted Savoy Cabbage**$22.00

Overall ratings and reviews

Loved For

Cleaning & sanitizing

Screening

FAQs

Does Limones Restaurant offer delivery through OpenTable or takeout?

How is Limones Restaurant restaurant rated?

Is Limones Restaurant currently accepting reservations?

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

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