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Lolo
Loló was designed by Lorena Zertuche using many recycled materials. It was our attempt to create an environment that is fun and without pretention.
We strive to take common ideas from all around the world and give them a playful and delicious new perspective.
We have a lot of fun bringing together the culinary traditions of Mexico and Turkey.
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We strive to take common ideas from all around the world and give them a playful and delicious new perspective.
We have a lot of fun bringing together the culinary traditions of Mexico and Turkey.
93 Current Reviews
Summary of Diner Ratings & Reviews
Overall
(Outstanding)
4.4
/
5
Rating Breakdown 93 reviews
5 stars
(50)
4 stars
(35)
3 stars
(5)
2 stars
(2)
1 star
(1)
Food
(Outstanding)
4.4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
4.3
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
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Diners classify this restaurant as:
- fit for foodies(64)
- neighborhood gem(59)
- hot spot(29)
- great for outdoor dining(20)
- vibrant bar scene(19)
- special occasion(14)
Lolo Reviews List
Review 1 for Lolo
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Wild about Lolo
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Lolo continues to be a delightful addition to the SF food scene. The food is fresh, fun and excellent and the staff is welcoming and efficient."
Dined on 6/04/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem
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Review 2 for Lolo
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Consistently Great Tasty Food
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"This is my favorite Mission restaurant. Everything tastes great.. Relatively inexpensive. Great drinks .
Just love it!!"
Just love it!!"
Dined on 5/24/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, vibrant bar scene, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem, hot spot
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Review 3 for Lolo
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Great night out.
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"My girlfriend picked Lolo's because of the tapas style dining. The overall tone felt very much Mexican mixed Mediterranean, almost Spanish, but plays on Asian at times as well. Fried shrimp tacos are a must!"
Dined on 5/24/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 4 for Lolo
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
great find but drinks are pricey
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"We went to Lolos for a Saturday lunch. It was surprisingly empty inside (most customers were sitting outside) and accommodated our wheelchair-bound mom. The ambience is charming. The food was refreshing (the tropical tacos and tuna tacos were great, and the service was great. The tacos are really appetizers so we split a larger chicken sandwich as well. The special nonalcoholic watermelon mint drinks were great but (unbeknownst to us) cost $5 each and we kept reordering because the water was terrible. The meal cost us about $130 for 4 people, quite an expensive lunch for no alcohol and no dessert."
Dined on 5/11/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, vibrant bar scene, great for outdoor dining, great for brunch, neighborhood gem, hot spot, great for lunch, special occasion, kid-friendly
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Review 5 for Lolo
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Good to keep in mind.
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"First of all, this is a Mexican fusion tapas place. The food is good, the presentation is better and the service is excellent. with yhat said their platillos are original and they look great. Food is really tasty, their menu is not that extensive, so it is a easy pick. I would say to skip the menu and go for the special, you can't go wrong. The cocktails are great and somewhat creative and sophisticated. Top tip! This place is great for first dates."
Dined on 5/08/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, romantic, late-night find
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Review 6 for Lolo
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
Mediocre experience
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"The food was average. Our table of 4 shared the fried brussel sprouts, the tuna tacon, gambas bravas, wonton ravioli, and a roasted pepper dish (I can't recall what it was called). The only items that were really good and I would order again were the tuna tacon and the gambas bravas. Perhaps we didn't order well. The peppers dish shouldn't even be on the menu it was so unimpressive, untasty and uninteresting. The other items were OK. We had a table right by the front door. There is another room with a bar that seemed more more lively and interesting. Overall our experience was very mediocre and in a city filled with great restaurants, I wouldn't go back."
Dined on 5/04/2013
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Review 7 for Lolo
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
love it all!
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"i love everything about this place. have been here and several times -sometimes reordering favorites, sometimes new items or specials- never had a single dish i didn't like it. the more people, the more fun so there is more to taste. reasonable prices for a great time!"
Dined on 5/03/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem
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Review 8 for Lolo
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
yummie, as always.
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"We started going here right after they opened and have never had a bad meal or dish. Now with their popularity, it's more of an occasion place (since reservations are a must).
Lolo never disapoints! I would give 10 stars if I could."
Dined on 5/01/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem, hot spot, special occasion
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Review 9 for Lolo
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Loved loved loved Lolo. Cute decor without being cutesy. Perfect place to sit outdoors. Reasonable prices for outstanding small plates to share."
Dined on 4/30/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem, hot spot
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Review 10 for Lolo
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Unique, hard to describe gem.
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Is it Mexican? Not really, sort of Is it Spanish? Not really, sort of... It's impossible to describe, except that it's awesome. One dish after another surprises and delights. There is nothing like Lolo. And to top it off, they have a full bar with unique and tasty cocktails. Lolo is doing it right, whatever it is that they're doing."
Dined on 4/29/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, vibrant bar scene, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem, hot spot
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Review 11 for Lolo
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Great Restaurant All Around
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Great Restaurant All Around. Very creative food that I have not seen or tasted anywhere else. It is hard to create something new that is consistently good, but that is the case with Lolo. In the very vibrant part of Mission, so with outdoor seating, it is quite a nice experience. Go eat and have fun."
Dined on 4/29/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for outdoor dining, kid-friendly, romantic, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 12 for Lolo
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Lolo always delivers. A frequent
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Lolo always delivers. A frequent visitor, I am consistently impressed with the quality of the food. So glad they have a full liquor license and can offer variety of amazing cocktails. Yum."
Dined on 04/27/2013
2009
Special Features: fit for foodies, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 13 for Lolo
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
I've taken two sets of out-of-town
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"I've taken two sets of out-of-town visitors to Lolo and both of them declared it their favorite restaurant experience in SF and asked to go back the next next time they were in town. The food is fantastic- a very creative take on Mexican like nothing I've ever had before. The staff is friendly and warm (and cute! Can I say that?), the wine was great, the environment is big fun, the music made me want to push back my chair and dance. I love Lolo. (Can you tell?)"
Dined on 04/15/2013
2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, special occasion, hot spot
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Review 14 for Lolo
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
My friends and I had a wonderful
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"My friends and I had a wonderful meal at Lolo. We ordered all small plates and wished we would have had room for more. The best Brussel sprouts ever and the Beets with goat cheese and carmelized onions were amazing. Also the Lamb sliders were stood out. Everything was wonderful and I would definitely come back. As the place is small it is advisable to make reservations a couple weeks in advance especially if you want to go on a weekend.
Joyce Crow (Benicia)"
Dined on 04/06/2013
2012
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for brunch, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem, great for lunch, hot spot
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Review 15 for Lolo
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
First time - great time
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"My wife and I had a great time. All dishes were consistently very good. I enjoyed the tuna tacos and gambas bravas. Caesar's salad was also tasty, a little heavy on the dressing. Short rib and pork shoulder were very nice and I would also recommend the crème brule."
Dined on 04/06/2013
2001
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Review 16 for Lolo
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Lolo has the most interesting
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Lolo has the most interesting and delicious food around.. Reasonable prices, great drinks. One of my favorites.."
Dined on 04/05/2013
2000
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, hot spot
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Review 17 for Lolo
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Lolo's Charm
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Lolo is a unique place - full of warmth and character. Every time that I have been there, I have felt like I am at a fun party. It is just perfectly relaxed but upbeat - reminds me a great summer night with tasty and creative things to drink and eat!"
Dined on 03/20/2013
2005
Special Features: great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem
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Review 18 for Lolo
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Another great dinner at LOLO.
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Another great dinner at LOLO. We appreciate the great service and delicious food. We'll be back soon!"
Dined on 03/19/2013
2007
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Review 19 for Lolo
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
The food is good...but the
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"The food is good...but the drinks... Here is a restaurant that knows how to make a Margarita...muy fuerte..Not watered down like most places...
Guava Margarita forever!
Also on one occasion We had the ribeye steak as it was a special it was to die for best $28 I ever spent!
That should be part of the menu."
Guava Margarita forever!
Also on one occasion We had the ribeye steak as it was a special it was to die for best $28 I ever spent!
That should be part of the menu."
Dined on 03/09/2013
2007
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Review 20 for Lolo
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Fabulous tapas! Innovative
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Fabulous tapas! Innovative food and incredible cocktails."
Dined on 03/07/2013
2008
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, hot spot
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Review 21 for Lolo
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Another great meal at Lolo's!!
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Another great meal at Lolo's!! Had a fantastic time, the food was great, & Juan Carlos is a great host. Can't wait to go back."
Dined on 02/23/2013
2008
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, hot spot
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Review 22 for Lolo
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
I realize that the restaurant
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"I realize that the restaurant is trying to turn tables, but they should stop trying to clear the table while people are still eating."
Dined on 02/23/2013
2007
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Review 23 for Lolo
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Great place, food and service.
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Great place, food and service. A little pricey, but it is worthy once in a while!"
Dined on 02/14/2013
2010
Special Features: good for groups, special occasion, hot spot
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Ratings-Only Reviews for Lolo
Based on the average of (70) ratings-only reviews
Overall
(Outstanding)
4.4
/
5
15 out of 16 recommend this product
Food
(Outstanding)
4.4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
4.2
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
3.9
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic