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Ortega's, A Mexican Bistro

Mexican Restaurant$$$$

Hillcrest, San Diego

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7.2^/10

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"Chicken mole enchilada & pork carnitas were both amazing!"(5 Tips)
"The Chicken Mole Enchiladas are to die for."(5 Tips)
"Try the Puerto Nuevo Tortilla Soup - #Yummy #Spicy #Crunchy"(3 Tips)
"Can't go wrong with the $3 Margarita at happy hour."(2 Tips)

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Mexican food
happy hour
margaritas
puerto nuevo
tortilla soup
great value
mushroom quesadillas
spicy food
sangria
brunch food
outdoor seating
homemade food
queso fundido
dinner
salsa
cotija cheese
adobo
poblano peppers
portobello mushrooms
good for special occasions
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Lou OrtMarch 5, 2015
I Enjoy Commin Here Every Chance I Get. Love Inviting Special Friends Too! There Is Always Something Delicious On The Menu...Service There Is Always Accommodating..!
Hanan MalOctober 6, 2014
I ordered the chicken mole enchilada based on recommendations and I was not disappointed! It was great! Loved the service
Michael TMay 11, 2012
Been here 10+ times
Try the Queso Fundido con Chorizo - Cotija and Panela cheeses with Poblano peppers. Baked and served with Tortillas. Quite the deal for Happy Hour at $5
KayeNovember 17, 2012
Try the Puerto Nuevo Lobster/ Whole Maine Lobster/ Homemade Flour Tortillas/ Rice/ Beans/ Arbol Salsa/ Cilantro Butter - #Yummy #Juicy #Lobster
JL Johnson @User47March 16, 2013
According to LocalEats, Ortega's is the top Mexican joint in San Diego and is one of the top 100 restaurants in the city. I'm not sure it's THAT good, but it wasn't bad.
Taryn AlexapolisOctober 24, 2012
The almond margarita is ridiculously amazing. The house margarita is also fantastic, and only $2 on Tuesday (with entree purchase).
Sid NnySeptember 13, 2013
I will come back just for the vegetarian burrito. Had guacamole made at my table and it was delicious.
AlfaNovember 5, 2015
They used to have a GREAT happy hour menu, then they increased the prices and limited the options, so we stopped going.
E SilvestreMarch 1, 2013
Been here 25+ times
$5 Cadillac Margaritas can't be beat! Guacamole and Ceviche are always fresh and flavorful too!
The FeastJune 14, 2011
The family recipes hail from Puerto Nuevo, which means freshly baked tortillas, slow cooked frijoles and steamed lobsters weighing in at nearly two pounds.
Matthew OakesNovember 11, 2015
Ask about the special that includes a house margarita
Joshua LivecchiJuly 28, 2015
Pretty decent Mexican seafood. Really great chips and salsa too!
KitchenKonfidence.comMarch 6, 2011
The Chicken Mole Enchiladas are to die for. They were the inspiration for this Slow Cooker Mole. Try making this intensely flavored sauce at home! Get the recipe on kitchenkonfidence.com.
James GuzmanFebruary 24, 2013
Been here 10+ times
One of the better happy hours. Attentive bar staff. Awesome guacamole.
Aliza CarpioDecember 27, 2013
The Mexican Soda is yummy and a good non alcohol option ☺️
Michael TAugust 28, 2012
Been here 10+ times
Try the Crispy Red Snapper - Banana crusted with tomato mole
David AllenSeptember 6, 2014
Chicken mole enchilada & pork carnitas were both amazing!
Paul SmithJuly 19, 2015
Not a huge menu but their Mexican seafood dishes are on point!!
C LeCompteOctober 22, 2011
New Chef and the amazing Carnitas is no longer amazing. Very average and now tiny chunks. Very Sad!!!
Shelly JohnstonJune 24, 2013
The patio is great. Great variety of food. Try shrimp ceviche.
Daniel SilvaNovember 26, 2013
Been here 5+ times
Try the Baja shrimp tacos!
Femi Fatale666January 14, 2011
It's really great being a vegetarian and getting the cheese appetizer only to be told by the waiter there is meat in it AFTER eating it! I love food poisoning!
steve petersonFebruary 2, 2012
Been here 5+ times
The sangria is strong and refreshing. Grab it for happy hour $4.
Michael TApril 20, 2012
Been here 10+ times
Try the Mushroom Quesadilla - Portobellos Mushrooms with Poblano Chiles
TrevorMarch 9, 2013
Can't go wrong with the $3 Margarita at happy hour.
Elizabeth D.October 5, 2010
had their chicken mole enchiladas and they where aaamazing!!! ooh n their pomegranite margarita is to die for!
M MMarch 9, 2014
I recommend the beef burrito - SO GOOD!
Brian BimschlegerAugust 22, 2014
Chicken mole enchiladas were amazing.
Derek BMarch 31, 2017
caesar salad basically from a bag. cheap romaine. chicken tortilla soup is ok.
Robert HartmannJanuary 27, 2013
$5 for preground drip coffee and ceviche that came out in shrimp cocktail sauce..don't waste your money here
Michael TJune 1, 2012
Been here 10+ times
Try the carnitas tacos - with Adobo sauce made with Balsamic vinegar and Cloves
Pam LozanoOctober 15, 2012
Food is good but it does not compensate the fact that "bottomless mimosas" are limited. False advertisement.
KayeNovember 17, 2012
Try the Puerto Nuevo Tortilla Soup - #Yummy #Spicy #Crunchy
Phill SunburyDecember 17, 2018
Been here 25+ times
Great happy hour!!
Dave ShepardMarch 22, 2010
Chips and salsa are incredible, don't fill up on them before you get your meal!
Mingfei YanSeptember 2, 2014
Nice Mexican food.
Micah TurnerApril 2, 2011
Excellent happy hour every day till 6:30
Ryan DiazSeptember 2, 2010
get the Mahi Taco Trio, it is an excellent dish. Read more
Brigitte RubidouxJanuary 19, 2013
Been here 5+ times
Try their queso fundido!!
Max ThomasJuly 5, 2010
Just had shrimp sandia salad for first time - really wonderful dish :-)
Tyler TremellingAugust 7, 2014
Lobster..!!
Omar PerezFebruary 18, 2012
Been here 10+ times
Try the Huachinango Dorado
Daniel SilvaFebruary 13, 2013
Been here 5+ times
$3 Margaritas!!! Hurry hurry!
Randy MorganMay 18, 2012
Been here 5+ times
Almond Margarita!!
Michelle SwensonJanuary 12, 2011
Vegi burrito is incredible :-) mmm
Kelly GibsonFebruary 19, 2013
Not your standard fare.
Lex OJune 8, 2011
Been here 5+ times
Best happy hour EVER.
Femi Fatale666January 14, 2011
AND THEY FORGOT MY SALAD!!! everyone else was served their meal except me. I won't be coming back. And I used to LOVE this place
Joseph BakenJune 19, 2010
I can't recommend this for anything beyond the chips, salsa, and drinks. Pomegranite margarita in particular. Food was not good.
Susie BaggsJanuary 12, 2011
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