Lolinda

We came here for our Valentines Day dinner & I have to say it was amazing!!! We got the mushroom empanadas to start which were heavenly, then we shared the scallops and the ribeye steak. We had more than enough food and unfortunately didn't save room for dessert but that will be next time for sure!!We split a bottle of wine and so I didn't personally try the cocktails but I saw them coming out and they looked fantastic...The service was incredible our waitress was so sweet ! You could tell she was busy because of the volume of people in there that night, but she handled our table so well and not rushed at all she was great!#1 thing we noticed was how quickly everything came out.... I mean we were stunned it was so fast & everything came out amazing.The vibes are so fun in here, you think looking at your table you're going to feel crowded by others but it was perfect. I would HIGHLY recommend this place for a date night!!!

Looking for a fun spot to enjoy amazing food with friends? Lolinda is the place to be! The family-style dining is a game-changer--I got to try everything, and I'm so glad I did!Empanadas - Get all three! Each one was packed with flavor.Croquetas - So creamy and delicious.Yuca Fries - Perfectly crispy on the outside, soft on the inside.Broccolini - A fresh and tasty addition to balance the meal.Pollo Skewers - A MUST! I don't even like chicken, but this was incredible. And the red onions, I'm still dreaming about them!Camaron Skewers - Shrimp cooked to perfection.Gaucho - Melt-in-your-mouth goodness.Bife de Lomo - So tender and flavorful.Pro tip: Ask for extra cooked tomatoes--you won't regret it!

**Save your money, skip Lolinda!** choose a better spot like the blind butcher! On February 16, 2025, we dined at Lolinda in SF to celebrate buying our first home--a milestone that deserved a fantastic meal. Instead, we got one of the worst dining experiences ever. Even with a reservation, the service was appalling, and the food we received (or didn't!) left much to be desired. **Service:** -1000000 /10 **Food:** 6/10 (might've been higher if all items arrived) **Drinks:** 8/10 Lolinda, DO BETTER!! Our server, who introduced himself as "Kevin" but was listed as "Brian" on the bill, greeted us with attitude and disappeared for most of the meal. A simple request for lemon was ignored, and when we flagged down another staff member, Rayne, she responded rudely and dismissively. The lemons came 30 minutes into our meal. The real disaster came when we ordered our mains--Gaucho, Asado Mixto, and several sides. Only the meat dishes arrived. The sides? Nowhere to be found. When we finally got the check, not only were the sides missing from our table, they were *included on the bill*! Pointing this out barely elicited a reaction: no apology, no effort to make it right. When I asked to speak to the manager, I discovered, to my dismay, that it was none other than Rayne! While the missing items were eventually removed from the bill (which, frankly, is the bare minimum), there was still no attempt to apologize or salvage the experience. Instead, Rayne shifted blame, lamenting about being understaffed and admitting that Kevin/ Brian was a terrible server. Criticizing your own staff to customers is both unprofessional and disheartening.Despite the abysmal service, we still left a 20% tip-not because it was earned, but because I refuse to validate any prejudiced assumptions that we wouldn't tip well. However, the lack of care, professionalism, and effort from both our server and the manager left us with no desire to ever return.If you're looking for a special dining experience, this is not the place. Take your hard-earned money elsewhere for an enjoyable experience!

Solid food and service! Here's what we got:- Ceviche de Pescado (4.5/5): super fresh and flavorful dish. We loved the corn fritter paired with the ceviche.- Croquetas (4/5): Light and crispy on the outside, and fluffy on the inside! The aioli on the side was delish.- Vigorón (3.5/5): It had a good crisp on the outside, but was slightly dry for my liking.- Papas (2.5/5): Didn't love this one. Flavor and texture were severely lacking.- Ojo de Bife (4/5): soooo good!! Loved the flavor of the meat, and it was very soft and tender. The chimichuri sauce on the side complemented the steak so well. My only complaint was that there was quite a bit of fat on our pieceOverall, Lolinda was great and we'll definitely be back again!

I really enjoy this food because of the atmosphere and delicious food.I've been here quite a few times for birthday dinners, date nights and when friends are visiting from out of town.They have a great selection on the menus.Great to share family style/Tapas. You get more bang for the buck and the ability to try more of the menu. The drinks are delicious as well.Sometimes it can be quite busy so I would recommend making a reservation.

It felt like my steak was frozen. My New York steak came out with a well done line around the edges, as expected, but the center was almost completely raw. After getting it redone, I was given a medium steak which was okay.My date's filet mignon was cooked more properly, but nothing special in terms of flavor or texture. The shrimp skewers and bone marrow were cooked well, though not especially flavorful. I especially liked the char on the skewers and the chile de arbol jelly.Drinks were watered down and not very flavorful. The server mentioned that a particular drink was not very sweet and "like a michelada" but it was far from salty or savory like you would have expected.The service was great - servers were extremely attentive and quick! Unfortunately the food did not match this level of service.

Haven't been here in awhile but the place still looks great. Good atmosphere and friendly staff. Started with the ceviche, shisito peppers and crispy pork belly. All fabulous. The pork belly was perfectly crispy and tender in te middle. The ribeye was just like I wanted it. Very rich so needed to close out w some sugar and ended with the pineapple panna cottage. Perfect. Parking is tough so do what ya gotta do

Nice atmosphere, modern looking restaurant with full bar featuring high tables and regular dining area. Pretty spacious!Waiting was minimal and the service was excellent. Enjoyed the Filet Mignon although small. The mushroom sauce & Papas were perfect add-ons!

Wow, honestly I can't believe I forgot to review Lolinda. The last time I cam here, I was two days away from having my baby girl. We decided to go out for a fancy dinner to celebrate and this place will always be reminded for that. We ordered and shared the steak plate, which also included various sausages and chimichurri sauce. We also got the octopus and empanadas as appetizers. To drink, my partner was living it up with cocktails and craft beer, while I had a non-alcoholic spritzer. It was a special night out and had a wonderful meal. Looking for ward to the next time and trying different items.

WOW!!!!Are you serious? Lolinda exists and I just tried it now? I have been missing out!!! Great service, nice ambiance (if you look at once side, it's giving church vibes, but it's still nice haha), GREAT FOOD. I loved all the flavors and every dish that I got to try. Nothing left me unsatisfied. We came here in a group of 4 to celebrate a birthday and we had phenomenal service for a busy evening. I love that food here is served family style so we can all share and try things together. Their ceviche was absolutely amazing! I cannot wait to come back.