El Lorito Mexican Restaurant

Restaurant $ 3.9 (441)


El Lorito Mexican Restaurant offers a mostly authentic dining experience with some dishes celebrated for their flavor and freshness. However, service inconsistencies and an unpleasant atmosphere have been recurrent themes among customer feedback, impacting the overall dining experience.

Overall:

3.4

(364 reviews)

Authenticity:

4.1

Atmosphere:

2.7

Service:

3.0


Restaurant website: Website

Phone number: (704) 629-2002

Address: 1002 Gastonia Hwy, Bessemer City, NC 28016, USA

Opening hours

Monday: 11:00 AM – 9:00 PM
Tuesday: 11:00 AM – 9:00 PM
Wednesday: 11:00 AM – 9:00 PM
Thursday: 11:00 AM – 9:00 PM
Friday: 11:00 AM – 9:30 PM
Saturday: 11:00 AM – 9:30 PM
Sunday: 11:00 AM – 9:00 PM

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Service options

  • Dine-In Available
  • Takeout Available
  • Delivery Available
  • Reservable

Offerings

  • Breakfast
  • Lunch
  • Dinner
  • Beer
  • Wine
  • Cocktails
  • Dessert
  • Coffee

Amenities

  • Outdoor Seating
  • Restroom Available

Good for

  • Menu for Children
  • Good for Children
  • Good for Groups

Payment options

  • Credit Cards
  • Debit Cards
  • NFC Payments

Parking options

  • Free Parking Lot
  • Free Street Parking

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair Accessible Parking
  • Wheelchair Accessible Entrance
  • Wheelchair Accessible Restroom
  • Wheelchair Accessible Seating

Top Recent and Curated Reviews (10)

**Some reviews are curated to assist in analyzing authenticity, atmosphere, and service. These reviews enhance user feedback and help us provide better insights. Your genuine reviews make all the difference—share your experience today to enhance our ratings!**

" Our group had a lovely evening dining at El Lorito. The variety on the menu had something for everyone, from delicious tamales to zesty tacos. Service was prompt, and our waiter ensured we had everything we needed. The combination of friendly service and authentic dishes made for a pleasant dining experience. While the decor could use a bit of updating, I would return based on the food quality alone! " (*Curated Review*)

" El Lorito left me wanting more. The enchiladas were over-sauced, leaving them soggy rather than flavorful, and the beans tasted canned. The service could be improved; it took ages for our orders to be taken. The ambiance could also be spruced up as it felt dingy. All in all, it was a fairly lackluster visit, and I am unsure if I would return. " (*Curated Review*)

" El Lorito has been my go-to for Mexican food for years. I love how they serve authentic street-style tacos, and they have a great variety of salsas! I usually take my food to go, but recently tried and was reminded of how cozy it can be. The service is typically friendly, but on busy days like Friday nights, it can get slow. Yet, the food quality makes it worth the wait! Can't recommend the carne asada tacos enough. " (*Curated Review*)

" El Lorito’s hard tacos were the perfect blend of crunch and flavor. I loved the fresh ingredients they used! The service was quite approachable, and even though the place was a bit busy, we felt taken care of. I wouldn’t mind visiting again, but I would suggest some attentiveness to cleaning the restaurant. The authentic flavors kept me satisfied throughout the meal. " (*Curated Review*)

" I was really looking forward to trying this place based on the reviews, but I must say I left feeling quite disappointed. The tacos I ordered were underwhelming, lacking the depth of flavor I expect from Mexican food. The chicken was dry, and the tortillas seemed store-bought. Although the atmosphere was okay, a little music would have brightened it up. The service was average, nothing to rave about, and was a bit slow. It might be worth another shot for their cheese dip, but I was left feeling unsatisfied overall. " (*Curated Review*)

Archived Reviews (354)

" The best part of our meal at El Lorito was definitely the cheese dip, which was fantastic! Other than that, the overall experience didn’t quite live up to the expectation. The atmosphere felt neglected, and the food was just okay. The service was friendly but could’ve been more attentive, especially as our drinks ran empty. I may come back if I’m in the area but wouldn’t seek it out. " (*Curated Review*)

" I wish I could give El Lorito a higher rating because the flavors of their dishes are quite good. However, the service has been inconsistent on my visits. Once we received our food cold, and another time we were waiting far too long for our check. The environment isn’t the best, with some cleanliness issues. I’m not sure when I’ll return, but I do appreciate their dedication to authentic taco flavors. " (*Curated Review*)

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