"The verde ceviche is by far the best of the bunch. Shrimp gets denatured in a punchy blend of lime and lemon juice with an unmerciful amount of serrano chiles. It's the spiciest ceviche of the four options on the menu, but the scorched tongue sensation makes you feel alive."
"An order of soft shell crab tacos arrives with two on a plate, making this dish fit for sharing. Creamy avocado balances the smokiness of salsa macha; the panko batter crust against the chew of fresh flour tortillas creates a textural wonderland."
"Loreto often gets named one of the most romantic restaurants in Los Angeles and it's easy to understand why when you visit, especially in the sprawling backyard, under the stars, surrounded by moody table lamps and the wildlife hum emerging from the nearby Los Angeles River."
Loreto stands out as one of Los Angeles's most romantic dining destinations, combining an arresting industrial indoor-outdoor venue with moody lighting and views of the Los Angeles River. The kitchen delivers unapologetic, vibrant Mexican cuisine with bold heat balanced by thoughtful touches. Signature dishes include verde ceviche with serrano chiles, scallop tostadas with Asian pear and kumquat, soft shell crab tacos with avocado and salsa macha, and whole branzino with black beans and homemade tortillas. The space features native desert cacti and a brightly lit L-shaped bar ideal for people-watching. The beverage program emphasizes tequila and mezcal, with standout options including a signature margarita and spicy pineapple mezcalita.
#mexican-cuisine #los-angeles-dining #romantic-restaurants #seafood-dishes #tequila-and-mezcal-cocktails
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