Restaurants in Lima

“The Crab boil was excellent. Please add lemon juice to the boil.
The service was excellent. The kitchen manager came a spoke with us to ask our opinion. The made us feel special.
We come to Red lobster quite often.”

“cathy was an excellent server and her recommendations were spot on😁😋 Our service was great and food was outstanding!! Highly recommend Milano Cafe❤️. The shrimp pasta sauce was outstanding and the Haddock was exceptional. Staff was amazing😁❤️ a 10 for sure‼️”

“We went here yesterday for my brother-in-law's birthday and we had amazing service + delicious food. We got 2 sushi rolls and hibachi for 5 people. It was fast, fresh and hot 🔥 Godzilla and shrimp tempura rolls came out first and they were perfect. She didn't forget a single thing we asked for and consistently checked on us and refilled drinks. Also, aparently our server (who was one of the best I've ever had and we travel all over and have had many servers in our day and I was also a server myself for a few years) overheard us say it was his birthday and when we were all done at the end she surprised him with a Sundae with a candle 🕯️🥹🥲🎈🎂 Unfortunately I didn't catch her name but she deserves a raise!! She was immaculate. 10/10 service and food. We will be back. 🙏🏻🙏🏻”

“We are from out of state and wanted to try a local restaurant…. And to say we were impressed is an understatement. The service, food, and atmosphere was amazing. We enjoyed the open kitchen to watch Chef Eric and the other chefs do their thing. We were very impressed with all the options with the food choices. We had a hard time choosing what we wanted to eat. The food was hands down the best food we have EVER had at a restaurant. You could taste all the flavor and each bite and could tell it was all made in the kitchen. We highly recommend The Met! You won’t be disappointed. We will definitely be back!!!!”

“Atmosphere, best food, real good service. Great place to celebrate.”

“I love that you can go online to check in to save your spot for those busy days. They did get my order wrong lol I had a small order and got charged for a big order and the Alfredo is no longer on their create your own pasta that was disappointing. Is definitely on theore expensive side especially if you add anything

Dietary restrictions: They could have some better low carb options”

“Thank you very much for a fantastic job on cooking our son's graduation party food for pickup. He was so happy to have his favorite food to share with guests! Many compliments!!! We appreciate it!”

“Perfectly cooked pizza and I dont usually get "boneless wings" but theres are very good.”

“My husband and I stopped at Casa Lu AL 10/30 while we were on our way to another restaurant. Their exterior outdoor eating area looked cozy, and the large sign caught our eye.
The name sounded familiar, but I couldn't place why.
Once inside and admitting it was our first time here, the greeter at the front desk described the two levels and what they had to offer. Although the lively atmosphere at street level was really nice, we chose the downstairs, Nonno's Cellar. Walking down the beautiful and lit stairway was like walking into a different restaurant. The beautiful arches that were also lighted and cozy seating choices were absolutely thoughtful and lovely. The music that was playing perfectly completed the ambiance.

Our waitress, Sarah, was personable and helpful for our dinner selections.

We both love Caesar salads and were a bit disappointed in that not being available. However, we both had a terrific side salad with our meal.
My husband chose the Great Lakes walleye and said it was cooked perfectly and had a great flavor.
I had the fettuccine carbonara, and while it wasn't bad, it wasn't great either. There just wasn't much flavor to it. It was nice to have bread. However, it wasn't toasted or warmed up.

Between us, we had a red and white wine, a bourbon neat, and a cocktail. All were good and nice pours. Then we were greeted by Emily, who told me about a bourbon cocktail that sounded so good, I had to try it. After her suggestion, I can say I will definitely try a paper plane cocktail again! Thanks, Emily 🙂

Our visit overall was a wonderful experience. And we will definitely go back.

Once home, I started looking into Casa Lu Al and was able to jog my memory about why it sounded familiar. We had actually been before to the restaurant 4 years ago when they were located on the north side of Lima. I recall that our experience there wasn't a great one. We did not like the cramped, older interior. I can't recall much about the food we had, so it must not have been memorable.

If anyone has gotten this far in my long review, that has been to their previous location and wasn't a fan, all I can say is to make sure to try their new location. You will not be disappointed. They have definitely stepped up their game!

Wheelchair accessibility: Has an elevator.”

“Bestest Hershey's hard dip ice cream ever! With so many flavors to pick from. Some examples banana pudding, mint freckle, moose tracks, superman, cookie dough and so many more. I've been coming to Jerry's for over 20 years. It's a secret I am now willing to share with the world. Giant portion sizes on the ice cream too. Impressed me 20 some years ago and to this day! I was introduced to this place by one of my mentors in the EMS field while serving the community. A little convenience store selling some delicious deli "samviches" and ice cream. Yes! Yes, you should try the subs too.”

“This pizza is the best if you eat it at the restaurant instead of takeout. Takeout seems to always not be cooked enough like it's rushed. Depends on the cook if we get our order just how we like it when we done in. Love the salad and chips and ranch. Great place for large groups.”

“New owners knocked it out of the park with remodel , shows and drinksPool tablesPinballSlots coming AprilAmazing drag showsTwo barsOutside patioCafe opens in the morningCafe closes at 10 pmDef place to be in Lima”

“Food was amazing! Staff was very friendly. Can’t wait to go back to try more dishes!”

“Everything about my experience was perfect!!! I had quick seating, quick service by friendly staff. Absolutely perfect ribeye grilled to perfection. Several check backs by wait staff during my meal. There isn’t anything they could have done to improve my dining experience!!!”

“Great food, service and atmosphere.”

“Denny made a caramel dream iced latte for me that was absolutely delicious! I’ll definitely be a returning customer!”

“I ordered macarons for a bridal shower. I told Miss Mel the theme and gave her complete creative freedom. She absolutely exceeded my expectations and they were even better than I could have imagined! If you need a sweet treat for any occasion, I HIGHLY recommend Miss Mel’s Bakery!!”

“Just had a pork sandwich. 4.28. Wow great sandwich,they actually put some pork on it. it was super”

“My husband grew up in Lima, Ohio. Ever time we visit the first stop is Kewpee’s for a hamburger and fries. We visited on 8/29 the downtown location and a line was wrapped around the building. I had my first Kewpee hamburger and it was delicious!!”

“The coffee and food very good. It's a very religious place (christian). If that's no your thing don't go. Has a pleasant country vib.

Wheelchair accessibility: Yes but it might feel tight once you enter. Dinning room pretty expansive”

“Awesome time and awesome food as ALWAYS!! Thank you Jamie and girls for helping make our birthday celebration there extra special!”

“delicious food. great service. would recommend to anyone in the area. 10 out of 10.”

“wonderful food and service! The best hamburger in the area. the hamburger has amazing flavor and the toppings make them the best!”

“workers today were awesome apart from one. but can understand today was chaos but girls did amazing with all issues that happened”

“Pizza is consistently delicious and fresh!!”

“We love Thai Jasmine! The options & service are only topped by the amazing food. We brought back a portion of our entrees so we could have them for lunch one day just to have room for an amazing dessert!”

“We live in Michigan, visiting Georgia. We always stop here for the best Chinese food. From the soup to the egg rolls and the main event! The best”

“Great burgers, made with fresh ingredients. If you're like me, you'll like the fact that they only put what you tell them you want on your burger. Kewpee burger has managed making a juicy, but not greasy hamburger and their fries are excellent.”

“Had the burger and chili both hit the spot on a cold day. Wasn’t very busy at 1:00 but will be back to try a couple other tempting items”

“Love Skyline! We go every time we are in Lima!”

“I saw someone walk out with a drink that I wanted to try. I had never been, so I walked in and explained what the drink looked like. The girls working found the drink on a previous order and then made it for me. They were super kind, super friendly, and the drink was delicious! I will definitely be back!”

“First time here. The food was very good. They were so busy yet the workers all gave great service. Seems like this is a happy place to work. So sad that they are 70+ miles from where I live.”

“Old school Dairy stand. We are obsessed with the Turtle Sunday!! BUT You have to order with extra pecans on every layer TRUST ME it is worth it!! ...fabulous!! Our dog LOVEs her Pup cup, too! Downfall; not open all year long!! ”

“Have to try any of their speciality burgers”

“Went there for the first time. Great margaritas and the Al Pastor tacos and the molacajete was incredible.”

“Love La Cha! Nice people run it. Their food is always amazing, fresh and their prices are fair for the amount of food you recieve! I always tell people to go here when in Lima.”

“great food 😋 👌 👍 we will go back soon”

“I had the best service ever from the best bartender in Lima, Ashlee Young! Always has a smile and creates the best atmosphere!!”

“We really had a great breakfast. It was lovely service. The waitress was terrific. The food was good and not at all greasy and the portions way too large. You should try it.”

“This place is a true hidden gem. They have the most amazing authentic Mexican food. Everything I've tried in the menu has been delicious. Love the fun decor and the service is so good and friendly. El Cazador is a fantastic place to eat.”

“We definitely enjoyed the Saturday Grill and Sip experience! The burger was great and so was the conversation with Lee! I learned a lot about bourbon! I had the wine flight and a peanut butter chocolatini and Quinn got a bourbon flight! Mel was a lot of fun to talk to! We will definitely be back! Lima y’all need to show Purple Feet Wine Boutique some love! We appreciate our small businesses! Side note…TRY THE BOOZY CHOCOLATES!”

“Have been coming here since I was in daycare and just graduated from hs......I swear their donuts have the most homey feel and are always the best of the best!”

“We really had a great breakfast. It was lovely service. The waitress was terrific. The food was good and not at all greasy and the portions way too large. You should try it.”

“This small Chinese restaurant is a great spot for a casual meal. It’s run by a kind family who make everyone feel welcome. The staff are friendly, the food is tasty and fresh, and there’s a good variety of classic dishes. The atmosphere is simple and comfortable, making it an easy place to relax and enjoy lunch or dinner.”

“One of my clients recommended this place and I can honestly say I'm addicted! We've gone 2 days in a row and tried both hot and cold coffees and loved both!!! Highly recommend!! The coffee definitely shines through in their flavored beverages!!⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐”

“I went into Phoenix because I had recently been diagnosed with pre-diatetes. I needed to add more protein to my diet. I walked in and was greeted by Monique. She was welcoming and very knowledgeable. She was able to help me choose products that works for me. I've been going since February and have lost over 40lbs. Also my A1C is now a 5.1! Also my drinks are amazing. Do yourself a favor and stop in.”

“delicious food. great service. would recommend to anyone in the area. 10 out of 10.”

“Got to go. It's been a little while since I ate here. But it's my favorite Chinese in town. Today was exceptional. I order hot pepper chicken and egg roll. Comes with white rice. Rice was exceptional today. Not clumpy not dry. Was tender and moist. Seems like a few more onions and green onions than last couple visits. Only complaint. Egg roll is not fresh.
Fried up ahead of time. Today's visit was a pleasant suprise.”

“Now this place might not look the greatest, for all you, Karen folk!BUT THE BEST CHINESE FOOD IN TOWN! OLD MAN, SALMON, INSIDE, REALLY COURTEOUS, PUNCTUAL, CLEAN. I BELIEVE IT'S A SIGN INSIDE OR SOME FAMILY MEMBERS, COULD BE FRIENDS WHO KNOWS… BUT THIS GANG USUALLY STICKS TOGETHER, BECAUSE THE FOOD TASTES BETTER THAT WAY! I MADE A SPECIAL REQUEST, SESAME PORK WITH SHRIMP, LO MEIN NOODLES, AND THE HUNAN DOUBLE SPICY BEEF WITH WHITE RICE, KILLER! AND FYI, I'M COMING FROM VANCOUVER, HOME OF CHINATOWN! AND I'M TELLING YOU THIS IS GOOD! WE WILL BE BACK DEFINITELY GUYS KEEP IT UP!!! ? Sheh Sheh Ahh!!”

“I ordered a last minute cake for my daughter's 4th birthday and Calla absolutely killed it! I had the happiest little chicken on her special day, the cake looked and tasted amazing! Thank you for working you magic with such little time, we are so greatful and will definitely be ordering again, not so last minute though!”

“Food is delicious and everybody there is very friendly!!”

“Lombardo’s is a Lima Musicians Institution where many many Lima musicians have played & broke bread. I spent my 1 to 9 years living with my grandparents about 200 yards from the parking lot of the bar. I had my first head shots taken sitting at the bar having a drink and smoking a cigarette 😆 phots that were taken by The Indoorfins (another local band) I am a creature of habit & nothing makes me happier than gathering at Lom’s the first Sunday of every month to celebrate “Blues Music” on the radio LIVE with Billy Elvis & 104.9 The Eagle. After the live radio show I play Live Blues Music. Join some true Lima Beans at a awsome Lima show with great Lima food”

“I ordered a few wrap sandwich trays for my sons wedding rehearsal. They were delicious! A great variety for everyone. So good!”

“Surprise found such a nice restaurant in Lima . Very cute Thai couples owned restaurant. I ordered Paragoon. It looks not light but actually has super rich flavors. Not just delicious and also reminds me a lot of original Thai food. Highly recommend”

“The food is always amazing. Amy and Kelly and the rest are always at their best.”

“These are great tacos and quesadillas. Friendly staff with good service. The salsas are tasty too.”

“Delicious ice cream and yummy hotdogs! We love to walk down and grab a treat!”

“Delicious food and amazing cocktails! Staff is attentive and friendly. Food - just wow! Keep up the great work!”

“great service and good food!”

“I stopped into Paddy's Mac, Lima's oldest Irish pub, for a bit of nostalgia last night since I haven't lived here in 20 years. One question came to mind: when did Paddy Mac's become the spot? It was absolutely packed in there.

The atmosphere was vibrant with a live band playing outside who were simply amazing. Inside, there was a jukebox and a .75 cent pool table, adding to the pub’s old-school charm. The large drafts, over 32 oz, were only $4, and the food prices looked like they were straight out of the 90s.

The highlight of the night was definitely the bartender, Summer. Even though she was working the bar by herself, she handled it like a seasoned pro, ensuring that no one had to wait long for their drinks. It might have been her 30th birthday, but she was serving like she had been behind the pine for 30 years.

Paddy's Mac has truly become a gem and I will definitely be back on my next trip home.”

“Great healthy place, with no gimmicks! All the smoothies, bowls and shots are amazing.
I love taking my own tubberware sometimes and getting the titanic bowl then freezing it at home.”

“Almost a perfect review, pizza was close to perfection. Without a doubt, I'll come back and have another pie from this establishment. Highly recommended. timely staff, warm environment. Lots of love pouring out of Rigali's”

“Would never have thought of nacho cheese with bread sticks. What a game changer. Exactly what you will find here. The pizza is tavern style. Crust isn’t too thick but not thin and crispy. The sauce is a little on the sweet side but not that overly sweet sauce you find at some places. Nice and cheesy pizza for sure. I see why so many local people I know and the hotel we stayed at recommended them.”

“Whippy Dip is one of our favorites most days they are packed to the rim of awaiting treats it was only one time I was disappointed... a large flurrie double choc chip cookie dough and double Oreo it always my order but there was no double cookie dough and no Oreo ... but we on on the way again today sooo... we're gonna try again”

“Great food. The staff are the friendliest in town.”

“great place, excellent drinks, best people anywhere”

“They have the best gizzards that I have ever tasted! Chicken too! Whenever I come to Lima I have to stop there if they are open! Right by where Chicken Man used to be.. Thank y’all!!”

“Better than Chipotle! Cooked, not chewy chicken. No hipster bs.”

“Son and i ate there this morning. Usually eat at mansfield location. Lima was awesome. Great food, great server down by glass room. Wonderful smile on the lady in the baking.”

“Best place in Lima ! great staff !the best around ! MLB Extra Innings NFL Ticket”

“we are fast and so delicious”

“Great Portions, Great Food, and best of all Great Customer Service! Truly one of if not the only thing(s) that is keeping the Lima Mall from being totally horrible haha.”

“Only complaint is it’s too dark in there. Need more light. A lot of restaurants seem to go with dark interiors. Rough for those with bad eyesight”

“Most times very good, but tonight our fish tasted like it was overcooked. Very tough. Everything else was okay. Did a pickup and they had us pull over. Said it had about 5 minutes, bought it out 15 to 20 minutes later!”

“Restaurant has perfect lighting and great for lunch for two or a family gathering. Pizza was amazing as well as the subs. Our service was fast and our waitress was happy and friendly.. we will be back soon!!

Dietary restrictions: There were gluten free options

Parking: Free parking lot”

“They have the best bread. I grew up across from the factory in martins ferry Ohio. They have the best bread. You don't get the smell of the bread baking out of your memory.”

“Anytime I’m exiting I-75 and taking Bluelick road to north Lima, or vice versa, I try to stop into this place because they offer quick, affordable hot sandwiches for folks on the road”

“We have ordered multiple pizzas and have yet to complain about being undercooked or overcooked! Honestly one of the best pizzas around! And it is a very fast turn around! Every time I have ordered it had been 20 minutes or less, and pizza is always hot and delicious 😋”

“The pizza was amazing really took the time to listen and present more than I could of asked for the atmosphere is beautiful very sweet people in this store definitely a family vibe had a long day with my partner this made it better 10/10 for this location wouldn’t mind coming back
Ps the pizza they customized for me didn’t have a chance”

“All around good place to eat”

“Mars was very patient with me and my partner; they took the time to answer our questions and explain different things to us. Mars was very friendly and I hope they ring us out next time. ?”

“Bought the Monster Cookies, Chocolate Chip and Banana Cookies. They were delicious!! The Banana ones were like a slice of banana bread. Very moist and yummy. My husband really liked the chocolate chip ones. Unfortunately I got the last ones Joy had at the craft show, so I wasn’t able to get more of them. The Monster cookies were my favorite. My Mom bought the no bake cookies and said they were very good. Would recommend and would purchase again.”

“Power went out and the manager and employees were NOT very accommodating”

“Awesome time and food. Great place to stop and have a meal.”

“We came in today (2/26/2022) at 4:00 for a late lunch and it was absolutely slammed. Very busy. But despite it all, the entire staff was incredibly kind, went above and beyond for us, compensated for our wait without us saying anything about it, and stayed calm and collected, even with the large line of people. The quality of food was so good — everything was fresh and the dining/seating area was very clean! We were throughly impressed with Ashley and Alex especially! They’re warm and friendly attitudes made the visit beyond pleasant!”

“Fun place. Love the decor. Footlong hot dog was great. A little too much relish for me, but tasted great. Fries perfectly cooked. Service was fast and food was hot.”

“Friendly neighborhood bar and grill. Great food and ice cold beer!”

“Love their food. It's hands down the best pizzeria in Lima. Those cinnamon sticks are to die for. They're supposed to be dessert but we eat them right away. Plus the price it's amazing too. I can get an 18in 2 topping pizza, cinnamon sticks, which is more like a small cake. A lasagna, and a 2 liter plus delivery for $40. You will pay that much for beer barrel alone and their sauce isn't sweet at all. Which is what I like. Everyone tht tries it loves it or else they're a jerk.”

“I ordered a mushroom and swiss burger with bacon. Adding bacon costs $1.99 extra! I just wanted the sandwich and a drink, but the girl taking my order thought I wanted the meal. I didn't realize that until she handed me my bag and there were fries in it. I didn't want to make a big deal about it, so I didn't say anything.”

“Chill, vibe w friendly, helpful staff. Brooklyn & Pat are great! They’ll entertain with their banter and engage all they see. I’m impressed. I haven’t tried the food yet but, from what I’ve seen, it all looks good and I’ve gotten good feedback from the people around me. Recommend!
(this is a comparison to Lima bars not nationwide)”

“I love there Carmel coffee with the drizzle and I also love the cookies”

“Neighborhood place. Fair prices, good food, friendly folks. My kinda place.”

“Lima is missing out on great food. We got the same amount of food as we get at the bigger hibachi restaurant for $30 instead of $70! The sushi selection is fantastic and delicious! Now they even serve Bubble Tea!”

“Absolutely the best blizzard I have ever had. And I've had a Reese Cup blizzard from many locations! I've gone through the drive thru every time. There is a huge pot hole in the parking lot to get to the drive thru that needs fixed ASAP.”

“I ordered 24 Lil John lunches for a college volleyball team's take home bag for a tournament. I requested a specific way to pack it up and the store did even better than I asked. The employees made it easier than I expected! The girls loved the food !”

“Meat mountain!!”

“This is the first time I came home with something I didn't order. I asked for 4 piece chicken, but got home with 4 piece fish. I don't like seafood. But i did taste it in case it was a different shaped chicken. Lol, and i still dont like fish. Haha . But my cats ate some. I can give them another piece tomorrow. And I ate my green beans, broccoli, and hush puppies .”

“Today was my son’s birthday and he really loves Dunkins iced pink donuts I was able to get three dozen donuts through the drive-through in just a couple minutes at 7:15am which I’m sure can be a busy time as people head to work and it was the cheapest I could get around in Lima. All the workers were very sweet and pleasant.”

“Amazing pizza and calzones. This is our new go-to for pizza! Love that there is very little grease on the pizzas. Great flavor and plentiful toppings. Huge slices. All for a great price.”

“Great macaroni and cheese pizza! Great meat lover's pizza. Good breadsticks. Nice friendly staff. Nice dining area. Drove from Indiana glad we stopped to try this place out! Thank you!”

“Katherine is great with my group. I have a group of people with special needs and she is always helpful and kind to them . They now make the crowns for Burger King on Fridays. They have such a great relationship with Katherine. She is so nice to them and caring”

“The food here is amazing, since the new owners took it over. It's actually better than before... I really enjoyed myself. I'm going back again today lol...??”

“I enjoyed the Tuscan Asiago Bagel. This place does have good sandwiches. The sweets miss the mark tho. I'm sure new customers would appreciate some direction of where their food will come out.”

“we had the Fresh Berry Farmers Choice breakfast not realizing there would be so much food. the food was very good. our waitess was great! very friendly. came to the table several times to check on us. cashier that checked us out also friendly and smiling.”

“I got an order of onion rings and a root beer. The communication at the drive trough was bad. There was an echo or something but I got my food and the onion rings were HOT. And fresh!

10/10 will go back”

“Lidia es la mejor chef que he conocido preparando el spicy Poblano // Lidia is the best chef I have ever met preparing the spicy Poblano”