
Loreto is a place with an abundance of marine life, which also makes up a large part of the local cuisine. There are many traditional dishes, such as "Almejas Chocolatas Tatemadas" (toasted chocolate clams) which are cooked over hot stones, covered with romerillo, a kind of dry shrub, and served with flour tortillas, making for a real culinary treat. Fish tacos, seafood soup, beef and fish jerky, flour tortillas, fajitas, scallops, lobster and ceviches are just some of the exquisite dishes to be enjoyed in Baja California Sur's beautiful region of Loreto.
In Loreto, they have a diverse variety of gastronomy to suit every palate and budget. The Loreto restaurants offer from spicy burritos to exquisitely prepared lobster. Some of the most popular places for dining are Mexico Lindo y Que Rico which serves delicious seafood and Mexican cuisine, and The Lobster Trap which offers local and international cuisine along with, of course, succulent lobster. Another option is La Picazon, a beachfront restaurant that has a relaxed, friendly atmosphere where you can try the famous local dish, "Almejas Chocolatas". If you are in the mood for a juicy grilled steak or seafood accompanied by a wine produced in Baja California, then head to El Nido restaurant.
The local dishes in Loreto are often accompanied by either a very typical beverage called a clamato, which is made of tomato juice, clams and spices, or perhaps with a glass of the traditional liqueur, Damiana. Visit Loreto and have a fantastic culinary experience!