Lima 33 Restaurant

Lima 33 turned out to be such a gem. The food here feels real, comforting, and made with heart you can taste the traditions behind every dish, but it also just hits the spot in the moment. Every plate felt alive with history, fresh ingredients, and flavors that told a story.

We started with Yuca Fries, a staple across Latin America but especially beloved in Peru. Yuca, or cassava, is a starchy root vegetable that’s been part of Indigenous diets for thousands of years. Fried to a golden crisp on the outside and soft inside, they came served with a creamy, herby green sauce (aji verde) made with Peruvian ají amarillo peppers, cilantro, lime, and mayo. The pairing was addictive crispy, hearty yuca dipped into that tangy-spicy sauce was the perfect start to the meal.

Next was the Ceviche Mixto, Peru’s national dish and a reflection of its coastal identity. This version came with shrimp, calamari, octopus, and raw corvina fish, all marinated in lime juice until the acidity “cooked” the seafood. Thin-sliced red onions added a sharp bite, while the rocoto (red-hot Peruvian pepper) gave it that fiery brightness ceviche is famous for. It was served with orange sweet potato for sweetness and choclo (giant Peruvian corn) for an earthy chew. Ceviche has deep roots pre-Columbian cultures cured fish with fruit juices long before the Spanish introduced limes in the 1500s. Every bite here felt both refreshing and balanced, spicy yet smooth, and steeped in history.

Then came the Lomo Saltado, one of my personal favorites. This dish is pure chifa (Chinese-Peruvian fusion), born in the 19th century when Chinese immigrants brought stir-frying techniques to Peru. Tender strips of filet mignon were seared in a blazing wok with onions, tomatoes, and garlic, then flavored with soy sauce and ají amarillo for that perfect sweet-umami-spicy mix. French fries tossed right into the wok soaked up all the juices, while the side of white rice brought everything together. It’s the kind of dish where every ingredient has its place the smokiness of the wok, the sweetness of the tomatoes, the savoriness of the beef, and the comforting starch from both rice and potatoes.

Finally, the Pollo a la Brasa, one of Peru’s most beloved exports. This rotisserie chicken has only been around since the 1950s, when Swiss immigrants in Lima began marinating chickens with local spices and roasting them over charcoal. Today, it’s so important that Peru even celebrates “Día del Pollo a la Brasa.” The chicken was marinated with garlic, cumin, paprika, vinegar, and soy sauce, roasted until the skin was smoky and crisp while the meat stayed juicy. It came with a side of rice and beans, plus a tangy red onion salad for brightness. Simple, hearty, and deeply satisfying it’s no wonder this dish has become a Peruvian classic around the world.

What made Lima 33 special was how it balanced tradition with flavor. The service was warm, the portions generous, and each plate carried a little piece of Peru’s history. And honestly, I’m already planning my return.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Food was delicious from the sangria to the ceviche and the seafood rice! Yum!

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 4

Service: 4

Excellent authentic food and atmosphere

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Pollo a La Brasa, Tallarines Verdes Con Carne, Fried Yucca, Sweet Plantains

Friendly and accommodating staff. The best Peruvian rotisserie chicken and fried Yuca in NYC.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

We ordered the fish ceviche and other dishes for dinner. Unfortunately when we finished the ceviche we noticed very small white worms (at least 3 - 4) swimming and wriggling in the clear lemon sauce. It was parasite worms from the fish we just ate. We pointed this out to the waiter and he acted like nothing happened and that this was normal. This is not normal and not acceptable. Will never eat here again and don't recommend them.

Atmosphere: 2

Food: 1

Service: 2

I used to frequent Pio Pio in Brooklyn with friends for their sangrias and when they closed it took a while to find comparable place. Lima 33 is delicious. The meal feeds the whole family, sangrias are tasty and ice cream is out of this world.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

I had a great experience here! The chicken was perfectly seasoned and juicy, and the steak was tender and full of flavor—both cooked to perfection. You can really taste the quality and authenticity in every bite. The Sangria were also excellent—refreshing and well balanced, definitely worth trying if you're into cocktail drinks. Service was friendly and fast, and the atmosphere was warm and inviting. Highly recommend if you're craving solid Peruvian cuisine!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 4

Food was delicious. Real peruvian cuisine. Everything tasted fresh. Prices were really good for the amount of food that you get. Small restaurant. Got a little smoky, because it seems like the kitchen is right there. I am definitely returning.

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 5

Service: 4

poor service!

Atmosphere: 1

Food: 1

Service: 1

I love the restaurant. The chicken is good, but I’m more like the seafood and steak with pasta with pesto sauce. They have special ice cream made with special pero’s fruits call Lucuma and chirimoya.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Green Sauce, Pollo a La Brasa, Fried Yucca

Excellent. No complaints

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Jalea

The best Arroz Chaufa I ever had, the chicken was tasty and seasoned perfectly. The green sauce was great too. Service was excellent, fast and efficient. Will definitely come back.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Awesome food !!!... and the service is great. I've been here a few times and the experience is always great.

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 4

Service: 4

Delicious!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Yuca Fries, Pollo a La Brasa, Green Sauce

It is a restaurant where they charge you the mandatory tip and where the takeout order is, they are very abusive, that is a robbery and they charge it at 20%, what a robbery.

Service: 1