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Orlando's

4.4 (113 reviews)
ModerateMexican, Seafood
Closed 7:30 am - 9:00 pm

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Quiet
Casual
Outdoor seating
Dogs allowed

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Jana M.

Excellent service with charming and clean interior. Prices are fairly reasonable and the margarita was fantastic. I had fish tacos (3) which is not on the menu. I selected grilled sea bass and it was fresh. My husband had fish fillet (sea bass) prepared in butter, garlic, and chilli threads. Both meals were outstanding.

Coconut shrimp

Great food and great service on Christmas Day. Pretty decorations and music. Definitely will go back next time I'm in town.

Jen N.

We didn't make it here on our first visit to Loreto, so we made a point to go there the first night on a recent trip since a lot of people recommended it. We had 6 people (2 were small kids) and were able to make a reservation through Facebook. They were ready for us as we walked in. They were very nice and immediately asked if we wanted chips and salsa or guac. We said yes. While the guac was good, they ended up bringing us 2 orders, and we got charged for both. We didn't need 2 orders, so just make sure you specify how many order before they bring it. Overall, while they were friendly, and there was a charming ambiance, it was our most expensive meal of the trip, and food and margaritas were just ok. I am glad we checked it out, but we would probably skip it next time.

Chile Rellenos - substituted avocado for rice ;)
Julia K.

No idea how there are so many positive reviews for this place. It's just so mediocre. The service was spotty. I ordered chile rellenos no rice add avocado and all of a sudden guacamole shows up at my table. Not mine. But after the expediter left it on my table for a moment, from my waving and gesturing "not mine," finally then picked it up and took it to the right table - oh dear. Food itself was just not great. It had no flavor whatsoever and the chile relleno batter was oily and soggy. Sure, I can't do a lot of spice, but there was no zip at all. I find it hard to believe that the sauce on the entrée was made in house. It really tasted out of a can. When it came time to pay the check, the food wasn't even on the check. I had to point it out. Duh. Also, did not feel that the placemats and napkin holder was sanitary. There were some stains and it just looked shabby. Flies kept buzzing over and landing on my table or my food if I wasn't fanning them away. It also was a bit pricey, for what was really unremarkable food. On the positive, it's a nice shady patio and they allow dogs. TL/dr: Not terrible but not at all noteworthy.

Enchiladas en Salsa Roja, arroz blanco, frijoles
Kathryn F.

La comida aquí es más bien para turistas, completamente desabrida. Se me figuraba a comida en una cafetería institucional. Peor tantito, el jovencito no me escuchó bien y me trajo pescado en salsa de mango en vez de coco. Cómo no había probado ninguno de lis dos platillos, no sabía que era, pero el sabor del mango me dio asco. El jovencito siguió insistiendo que yo había pedido mango, que jamás hubiera hecho. No quería discutir. Otro mesero ofreció arreglar el asunto, pero se me quitaron las ganas de comer. Las verduras no tenían sabor a nada. La salsa picante tampoco tenía mucho sabor. Mi esposo dijo que las enchiladas estaban más o menos. El arroz y los frijoles estaban bien preparadas. El ambiente es agradable y parece que los demás clientes disfrutan mucho de las bebidas alcohólicas y la comida. No nos gustó para nada.

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Zaneta B.

We stopped by this local restaurant in Loreto Mexico where the food was good but not as amazing as I would have liked. However I am likely biased as I grew up eating latin food. However the service was incredible. The ambiance was also great, with a lively and vibrant atmosphere that made us feel right at home. Overall, it was an amazing dining experience that I would recommend to anyone looking for authentic Mexican cuisine.

Crab enchiladas with green & red sauce.
Jwana T.

Friendly service. Chicken empanadas, crab enchiladas with rice & beans, chip with salsa & the best guacamole. Absolutely no complaints from the table, the food is delicious! Let's not talk about the Cadillac margarita . Only thing i would ask is less ice so I wouldn't have to order two...lol. The place is open air with a palapa in back.

Lunch special- seabass and shrimp
Robert S.

Wow! One of the best specials I've ever had...jumbo shrimp wrapped with bacon and fresh seabass in butter and garlic. Amazing coconut shrimp! Fantastic accompanying sauces. Quaint, outdoor setting with lots of shade and privacy. Plates are all hand made. If you're in Loreto, definitely worth the visit.

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Ken S.

Now in a new location just across from the old spot. Beautiful shaded patio dining in the back so minimum street noise. Excellent food. Excellent Coconut shrimp with a mango sauce and red enchiladas were very good. Frijoles charros which you don't see everywhere. Highly recommend

Margarita which was 4 parts ice and one part margarita

Had the flank steak nachos which were totally Gringo. I have had more authentic Mexican food where I live. Ambiance was so so as the restaurant shares a chain link fence with a day care or school with screaming 5 yr olds. They do play loud music that drowns out the school yard. Margaritas were about $9 and all ice. We go to Loreto very often and although I saw good reviews on Yelp and another review site, my experience was no so great.

Omelette with poblano sauce
Lois C.

Food was excellent - get something with their famous poblano sauce or the cilantro sauce if you like cilantro. We went here for brunch and dinner on several occasions. Service is good as well and it's a nice outdoor place with plenty of shade. Most tables are in close proximity to one another and people were always friendly at nearby tables. Fish dishes were fresh and the portions were good. Combo plates were very large - American sized as they say.

Scott P.

Nice environment Good food - not great food. It's a bit of a "max profit" environment vs a genuine local restaurant. We especially enjoyed the Guacamole with chips and salsa (which we didn't order, but were charged for)... but appreciated the high quality fresh guacamole preparation. Happy to pay, just prefer to order our own apps. Always pushing the highest priced entrees ... that's my experience from just one visit today. 400 pesos for a lunch fish special ... well you get my drift. Weak Service when our female staff member headed home at 3pm. Great service when she was working. Margs started great, then slowly deteriorated by the third cocktail. Could be a changing bartender etc I would say "good, not great." Pricey and opportunistic with pricing. Low value but a nice experience overall... Prob won't return any time soon I've cream and fruit bars next door are "amazing!!)

The bar where the fantastic drinks were made.
Randy H.

This was a nice spot to have lunch and take in the local culture. There was a very laid back vibe and the food was awesome! The waiter was friendly and made sure we were taken care of. We highly recommend this place.

Coconut margarita and habanero margarita

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Great little place to sit outside and enjoy a really delicious meal. Trust the reviews. It's pretty yummy. The pozole is excellent .

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Authentic Mexican food with all the flavor. Great customer service. Outside seating. Great weather in February.

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This restaurant is great. Best breakfast spot in Loreto. Service, food, price, everything is on point.

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Good food at a reasonable price. Located at a convenient location in the heart of Loreto!

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Cilantro Fish was excellent and chile rellanos were battered lightly and fried, not buried in egg.

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Restaurant San Javier - Bar area

Restaurant San Javier

5.0(4 reviews)
0.1 km

This family run restaurant offered the best meal we have had in Mexico and the very best Chile…read morerelleno (stuffed with cheese and lobster) my husband has ever tasted, and he's kind of a chile relleno connoisseur. The wife is the chef, the husband is the manager and head server, and they have just opened. We were told that the other patrons were all locals who had come over from the next port down the road (Loreto Bay) because they knew their food. We were served delicious tequila from the back, and just generally had a lovely time and were made to feel special while we were there. Go! Eat! Enjoy!

We read about this restaurant in a recent community publication so decided to stop in and try them…read more The restaurant is located on the upper floor above Agua Viva realty office and next door to Giggling Dolphin. There is a tight narrow spiral staircase which you need to navigate to get to the restaurant however our 91 year old mother who only has one eye was able to manage this. Arriving to the top you have a beautiful open view dining area under a palapa with views of the town and the malecon. There are several tables for 4 along with a small bar area. We were immediately seated and greeted warmly by Veronica who is the owner along with her husband Luis. They do have a full bar along with bottled waters and a few different sodas in cans. The menu is simple and mostly seafood with one chicken dish and a few steak dishes. I am not a big seafood eater so I was happy that the menu could accommodate me as well as the rest of my family who loves seafood. Veronica reviewed the menu items with us and informed us that they only use fresh ingredients to cook their meals and listed ingredients such as sea salt, ground pepper, white wine, pablanos, garlic, chilis, mango and cilantro to name a few. She assured us they did not use MSG or processed ingredients. After ordering Veronica brought out a basket of freshly made chips along with their special salsa which is made from tuna, mayonnaise and chipotle - The chips were fresh warm and nicely seasoned, and the salsa was a definite hit and something very different for my family. The food is prepared fresh, so it was a bit of a wait, but sitting under the palapa we enjoyed the views and nice conversation. Two of us ordered the fresh fish which is served with rice and sweet peppers with mushrooms with a garlic sauce and I had the chicken with Poblano sauce and home made mashed potatoes. When the food arrived, the presentation was beautiful, and the flavor was amazing. The rice has a green coloring to it which Veronica explained was from seasoning with a poblano and cilantro mixture. The fish was cooked perfectly, and the garlic sauce enhanced the flavors and did not over power the food. The chicken with Poblano sauce was out of this world - the sauce was creamy and so flavorful but not spicy hot. The mashed potatoes were the best I have ever had dining out in a restaurant. All in all a great dining experience made even better by the wonderful owners, great food, and nice views. The total cost for two fish dinners, a chicken dinner, one soda and two mineral waters was $660 pesos

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Restaurant San Javier - Exterior entry of the new restaurant. Seating is upstairs on a covered patio.

Exterior entry of the new restaurant. Seating is upstairs on a covered patio.

Restaurant San Javier - Chicken breast with Poblano sauce and mashed potatoes

Chicken breast with Poblano sauce and mashed potatoes

Restaurant San Javier - Fresh fish with garlic sauce, cilantro poblano rice and sauteed peppers and onion

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Fresh fish with garlic sauce, cilantro poblano rice and sauteed peppers and onion

Mediterraneo - Lobster quesadilla comes with two salsas

Mediterraneo

4.0(29 reviews)
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Lovely view, limited menu, pleasant service but high prices for all…read more Came to enjoy the sunset which was truly stunning from this second floor restaurant. Entrance is through a generic beige lobby and up a sharply inclined set of stairs. Not sure if elevator is available. Decor was unremarkable. Tables were set on glass tops with cutlery presented in a blue rolled cloth napkin for a touch of class but not reflecting the local handiwork of Mexico. As my arrival was earlier than most other sunset seekers, it was totally quiet in the restaurant. A server quickly came over to attend to me and brought me to the patio where he said I could sit wherever I wanted, which made sense since all tables were available. There are tables for two or four closest to the railing and plenty of other tables into rows behind that to ensure that the balcony view can be enjoyed by many. On the very slow weeknight, I was there a total of four tables they came occupied outside in the hour I was present, which wrapped up around sunset. The service was attentive without being overly intrusive. At one point the owner came by to check on me very politely, introducing himself And inquiring if I needed anything else. I decided it was time for a splurge, so had the lobster quesadilla. It was surprisingly delicious as I expected nothing very much, but was pleased to have it full of chunks of lobster as well as finely diced mild peppers. It came with two different sauces, one in a creamy base, and one the more traditional green tomatillo and pepper sauce. Neither was very spicy. The total for my soda water, and quesadilla was MX535 so about $30. This is a lot of money to pay in this sleepy beach town, so consider half the value to be in the view. This would be a romantic and lovely spot to come on a date for a drink and appetizers. Keep in mind, the prices are not what one pays for most food in the area, so this is more a splurge. Entrees appeared costly, as well, from the menu. As the menu is very brief, it would be fun to see some creative additions that work with local seafood. The menu was not anything special. It was nice to receive an amuse bouche with my soda, of a slice of toast with pico de gallo, but again, nothing extraordinary. TL/dr: great view, high prices make this a treat rather than a staple.

Dinner was fabulous. So many GF options! The owner Carol is also GF, extremely knowledgeable and…read morehelpful! It will be my dinner hangout while I am here! The margarita was so delicious!

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Mediterraneo - Complimentary small bite served with my drink

Complimentary small bite served with my drink

Mediterraneo - Menu April 2023

Menu April 2023

Mediterraneo - GF spaghetti Bolognese~Absolutely amazing!

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GF spaghetti Bolognese~Absolutely amazing!

Orlando's - mexican - Updated May 2026

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