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Lomita's Mexican Restaurant

4.2 (922 reviews)
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Fajitas Texanas

Mentioned as the reviewer’s go-to meal and described as tasty, filling, and served with rice, beans, and pico de gallo.

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Lunch Buffet

Praised multiple times as amazing, fresh, delicious, and extremely filling, with several reviewers saying it offers great variety and value.

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Quesa Birria Tacos

Recommended for its wonderful flavor and paired with rice and beans; another review also noted the Quesabirrias sounded delicious.

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Margaritas

Called great and loved by a reviewer, making them a standout drink recommendation from the reviews.

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Guacamole

Highlighted as some of the best the reviewer has ever had, especially as part of the lunch buffet.

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Shrimp Cocktail

Described as incredible, making it one of the strongest specific seafood recommendations.

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Enchiladas

Recommended by multiple reviewers for being delicious, including in combo meals and on the buffet.

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Fried Ice Cream

Mentioned as a popular dessert served for a birthday party and enjoyed by the group.

Location details

2223 5th Ave S, Fort Dodge, Iowa, 50501, US

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Hours

Monday 11 AM to 10 PM
Tuesday 11 AM to 10 PM
Wednesday 11 AM to 10 PM
Thursday 11 AM to 10 PM
Friday 11 AM to 10:30 PM
Saturday 11 AM to 10:30 PM
Sunday 11 AM to 9 PM

About Lomita's Mexican Restaurant

Compact, unassuming outpost with an expansive menu of classic & specialty Mexican dishes.

Amenities & services

Service options

  • Delivery
  • Onsite services
  • Takeout
  • Dine-in

Highlights

  • Fast service
  • Great beer selection
  • Great cocktails
  • Great dessert
  • Serves local specialty

Popular for

  • Lunch
  • Dinner
  • Solo dining

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair accessible entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible parking lot
  • Wheelchair accessible restroom
  • Wheelchair accessible seating

Offerings

  • Alcohol
  • All you can eat
  • Beer
  • Cocktails
  • Coffee
  • Comfort food
  • Happy hour drinks
  • Happy hour food
  • Hard liquor
  • Quick bite
  • Small plates
  • Wine

Dining options

  • Lunch
  • Dinner
  • Catering
  • Dessert
  • Seating
  • Table service

Amenities

  • Bar onsite
  • Restroom

Atmosphere

  • Casual
  • Cozy
  • Trendy

Crowd

  • College students
  • Groups
  • Tourists

Planning

  • Accepts reservations

Payments

  • Credit cards
  • Debit cards
  • NFC mobile payments
  • Credit cards

Children

  • Good for kids
  • High chairs
  • Kids' menu

Parking

  • Free parking lot
  • Free street parking
  • Usually plenty of parking

Frequently asked questions

What is Lomita's Mexican Restaurant known for?

It is especially known for its lunch buffet, which reviewers call filling, fresh, and amazing. People also mention margaritas, queso, and a large menu of classic and specialty Mexican dishes, including local specialty items.

What dishes are most recommended at Lomita's Mexican Restaurant?

Reviewers most often highlight the lunch buffet, quesabirria tacos, fajitas texanas, taquitos, enchiladas, shrimp cocktail, and guacamole. The taco and enchilada combo also gets praise because it comes with rice and beans and is described as flavorful.

What is the atmosphere like at Lomita's Mexican Restaurant?

The atmosphere is described as casual, cozy, and trendy, with a compact, unassuming dining room. Reviewers say it works well for groups and family gatherings, and it is also popular for solo dining because service is fast and the room is not overly loud even when busy.

Is Lomita's Mexican Restaurant good value, and what is the price range?

The listed price range is $10 to $20, and reviewers say the lunch specials are good prices and the buffet is worth it because it is very filling. One large family meal with cocktails, appetizers, dinners, and fried ice cream came in under $200 for eight people.

When is the best time to visit Lomita's Mexican Restaurant?

Reviewers suggest arriving before the evening rush if you are coming with a group, since a party of 20 was accommodated well when they came at 4:45. Busy times can slow drink and food orders, but earlier visits tend to get faster service.

Is parking available at Lomita's Mexican Restaurant?

Yes. Free parking lot, Free street parking, Usually plenty of parking is available.

Is Lomita's Mexican Restaurant kid-friendly?

Yes, Lomita's Mexican Restaurant is good for kids.

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