Lona by Chef Richard Sandoval

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   Robert

   Tampa18 reviews

   5.0

   Dined 2 days ago

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Excellent food, drinks and service. This was my third time dining at Lona. The food is outstanding. The flavors and creativity in each dish makes for an amazing dining experience.
   

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   Rakini

   Phoenix19 reviews

   5.0

   Dined 2 days ago

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   The server was really great. He have good suggestions and made sure we were taken care of. The good was delicious
   

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   Ashley

   Tampa3 reviews

   5.0

   Dined 4 days ago

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Wonderful experience will definitely be back. Food, drinks and service was incredible!!
   

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   Laura

   Detroit5 reviews

   5.0

   Dined 6 days ago

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Fantastic food & margaritas. The Lump Crab Guacamole & Mercado Margarita was amazing! Great service - our waitress was wonderful and made great recommendations. Would highly recommend!
   

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   Ariana

   Unspecified1 review

   5.0

   Dined on 2 March 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 4
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   The Latin music was lively and loud, creating an energetic vibe that made for a fun night out. A big plus was the accommodating staff—some of our party arrived late, and they kindly extended our start time, which we really appreciated. However, I wouldn’t recommend the Top Golf Swing Suite. While the concept is fun, the system kept glitching, and we couldn’t get through a single game without issues. This made it more frustrating than enjoyable. Additionally, we had to ask for instructions rather than the staff proactively showing us how to play, which would have improved the experience. That said, our server, Aldolvo, was knowledgeable and a pleasure to be around, ensuring we had everything we needed. Niko, the manager, was also excellent and went above and beyond to make sure we were taken care of. Overall, the atmosphere and service were great, but the Top Golf Swing Suite needs some serious improvements before I’d consider trying it again.
   

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   Raul

   Tampa1 review

   5.0

   Dined on 1 March 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Everything was so good, and they had the best environment! We will be back, coming from Texas to Florida. It is hard to find good Mexican food in Florida. All these other "MEXICAN" MIKEY MOUSE restaurants say authentic Mexican cuisine, which is not!
   

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   Tami

   San Francisco5 reviews

   3.0

   Dined on 28 February 2025

   1. Overall 3
   2. Food 2
   3. Service 4
   4. Ambience 4

   Nice ambience. Great solicitous service. Food not great.
   

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   mirian

   Tampa1 review

   5.0

   Dined on 23 February 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Supero mis expectativas , sin dudas un restaurante con un menu exquisito , un ambiente agradable y un servicio con atencion unica . Gracias por hacer mi visita memorable !
   

   Lona by Chef Richard SandovalResponded on 25 February 2025

   Dear Mirian Thank you so much for your kind words! We’re thrilled to hear that we exceeded your expectations. It’s wonderful to know that you enjoyed our menu, the atmosphere, and the service. We truly appreciate you sharing your experience and can’t wait to welcome you back for another memorable visit
   

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   OpenTable Diner

   Tampa1 review

   3.0

   Dined on 22 February 2025

   1. Overall 3
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 3
   4. Ambience 3

   They told us that valet parking was free for restaurant guests & then when we got there they told us it would be $27 for valet bc of an event. That should be disclosed when making the reservation.
   

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    Henry VIP

    Orlando69 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 21 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4

    Very pleasant experience. Fusion mexican-american food with a few authentic Mexican dishes. All delicious. Excellent mezcal choices with a few premium tequilas. Promp and courteous service. I reserved again for the next day.
    

    Lona by Chef Richard SandovalResponded on 25 February 2025

    Dear Henry, Thank you for your wonderful feedback! We’re so happy to hear you enjoyed our fusion Mexican-American dishes and mezcal selections. It’s great to know that the service met your expectations, and we’re excited to welcome you back again the next day! We truly appreciate your recognition, and we’ll be sure to share your feedback with them. We look forward to welcoming you back soon
    

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