Cuisines and Dishes at Ortega's Mexican Bistro:
- Mexican
Ortega's Mexican Bistro
141 University Ave,
San Diego
CA
92103
ortegabistro.com (619) 692-4200
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Ratings and Reviews for Ortega's Mexican Bistro
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May 07 2012
marisa r. via Yelp
the food is absolutely delicious, the wait staff is always friendly and the drinks are great too. I can't think of a better mexican restaurant in san diego.read more
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May 06 2012
David M. via Yelp
Finally made it for breakfast at 9:00 am! Bottomless mimosa's for 10$ and best bloody Mary's which are super spicy with chunks of garlic! I ordered the...read more
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Apr 26 2012
Catie R. via Yelp
HAPPY HOUR! What sounds better than sangria and veggie tacos? Maybe the mango mint margarita and carne asada tacos. Either way-oh, such a great happy hour.read more
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The Scene
Much larger inside than it appears from bustling University Avenue, Ortega's feels warm and rustic with knotty pine walls, woven seats and imported Mexican glassware hung on the walls. The two-level dining room gets crowded on weekend evenings, while the tequila bar is one of the neighborhood's more happening weeknight spots for late-night happy hour deals. A fireplace, cushy sofa and ottomans make it easy to lounge around.
The Food
The Baja-style Mexican menu favors seafood and surf and turf combos, while the restaurant is most famous for grilled lobster from Puerto Nuevo when it's in season from October through March. An order of guacamole prepared tableside to start is worth the expense--smokey, grilled lime is extra special--as are the thick, rich tortilla and black bean soups. Mahi mahi tacos light up with a spicy chipotle salsa, while the popular shrimp version comes a bit more mild with flavors of garlic and white wine. Two kinds of flan make for a sweet finish.
Hits: Local Puerto Nuevo seafood doesn't get any better, and the cozy lounge makes us want to linger long after it's gone.
Misses: If you don't like flan, you don't get dessert, and a night of tacos and beer can get expensive here very quickly.
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