Margarita's Mexican Restaurant – Mexican
Margarita’s Mexican Restaurant pulses with a festive energy, where the air is thick with the irresistible scent of sizzling skillets and vibrant, hand-mashed guacamole. The kitchen crafts a playful array of textures, from the satisfying crunch of golden-fried "baby chimis" to the rich, slow-simmered depth of birria quesadillas and zesty Mayan shrimp. It is a lively gathering spot where communal plates of molten queso and loaded nachos invite guests to linger over a spirited celebration of bold, sun-drenched flavors.
15 Mill Street, Orono ME 04473 https://margs.com/locations/margaritas-mexican-food-restaurant-me/orono/Rating: 4/5 (1 reviews)
Cuisine: Mexican
Price range: $$
Dietary options: keto, low-carb, vegan, vegetarian, gluten-free, dairy-free, nut-free, high-protein, mediterranean, whole30, pescatarian, paleo, diabetic, heart-healthy, plant-based, sugar-free, low-fat, anti-inflammatory, atkins, south-beach, clean-eating, high-fiber, low-cholesterol, weight-watchers, raw-food, tlc, detox, alkaline, volumetrics, low-fodmap, mayo-clinic, slow-carb, pegan, candida, macrobiotic
Currently open
Hours
- Monday - Sunday
- 12:00 PM - 9:00 PM
What diners are saying
Diners rave about the perfectly cooked seafood and well-prepared dishes, frequently highlighting the restaurant as an ideal destination for special occasions. Guests love the professional and attentive service, noting that the relaxed vibe creates a welcoming environment for a memorable meal. Celebrated for its delicious flavors and high-quality preparation, the experience is often praised for its consistency and inviting atmosphere.
Menu
Appetizers
- Loaded Skillet Nachos - $17.25: House fried chips, beans, chicken, beef or carnitas, queso, jack and cheddar cheese, salsa fresca, pickled jalapeños, guacamole, sour cream Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Sugar-Free, High-Fiber
- Chicken Baby Chimis - $13.95: Mini chimichangas, chicken, cheese, guacamole, sour cream Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- Jalapeño Baby Chimis - $13.95: Jalapeño and cream cheese stuffed mini chimichangas, cucumber ranch Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Birria Baby Chimis - $15.95: Birria and cheese stuffed mini chimichangas, consommé crema Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- Guacamole - $11.5: Fresh avocado dip Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Diabetic, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Sugar-Free, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, Clean-Eating, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, Raw-Food, TLC, Detox, Alkaline, Mayo-Clinic, Slow-Carb, Pegan, Candida
- Queso - $11.95: Mexican cheese dip
- Queso Frito - $13.5: Fried Mexican cheese, chimichurri, chipotle and Mayan sauce Dietary tags: High-Protein, Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Mayan Shrimp - $15.5: Fried shrimp, chipotle aioli, corn salsa, pickled red onions, Three Pepper Sauce, avocado Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Birria Quesadilla - $19.95: Beef birria, melted cheese, grilled pineapple, salsa fresca, guacamole, sour cream, consommé Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- Hector's Quesadilla - $14: Grilled tortilla, cheese, mild chiles, guacamole, sour cream Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Sugar-Free
- Street Corn - $11.95: Corn on the cob or in a bowl, chipotle aioli, queso fresco Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, High-Fiber
- Street Corn Dip - $13.5: Cream cheese dip with Mexican street corn flavors Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Juan's Wings or Tenders - $16.25: Choice of Chipotle, Chipotle BBQ, Spicy Coconut or Buffalo Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- Jerk Wings - $16.25: Deep fried and grilled wings in spicy jerk sauce Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free
- App Sampler - $19.5: Tomato & Garlic Nachos, Baby Chimis, Queso Frito, Buffalo Wings Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
Tacos
- Tacos Del Mar - $17: Fried cod, orange slaw, avocado, scallion, Three Pepper Sauce, corn tortillas Dietary tags: High-Protein, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Fish Tacos - $16.5: Tortilla-encrusted tilapia, corn salsa, red cabbage, chipotle aioli, soft corn tortillas Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Chipotle Chicken Tacos - $16.5: Grilled chicken, chipotle sauce, sweet peppers, melted cheese, cilantro Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- Grilled Baja Tacos - $19: Grilled haddock, red cabbage, three pepper sauce, salsa fresca, avocado, flour tortillas Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Tacos Americanos - $14: Chicken, beef or carnitas, lettuce, tomatoes, cheese Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Sugar-Free
- Shrimp Tacos - $17.5: Seasoned shrimp, corn salsa, chipotle aioli, Three Pepper Sauce, pickled red onion, avocado, corn tortillas Dietary tags: High-Protein, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Carnitas Elote Tacos - $19.5: Pulled pork, Mexican street corn, queso fresco, pickled onions, avocado, cilantro, flour tortillas Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- Birria Tacos - $20: Beef birria, cheese, consommé, grilled pineapple, onion, cilantro Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- Grilled Veggie Tacos - $16.5: Grilled mixed vegetables, street corn dip, grilled Mexican cheese, chimichurri, salsa fresca, flour tortillas Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, High-Fiber, Mayo-Clinic
- Steak Tacos Al Carbon - $19.5: Guadalajara seasoned steak, sautéed onions, chimichurri, queso fresco, cilantro, masa-dusted flour tortillas Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Sugar-Free
Salads & Bowls
- Fajita Salad - $18.5: Grilled chicken, lettuce, refried beans, seared onions and peppers, salsa fresca, cheese, flour tortillas, guacamole Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Sugar-Free, High-Fiber
- Taco Salad - $17.75: Crisp tortilla bowl, lettuce, cheese, corn salsa, salsa fresca, enchilada sauce, choice of beef, chicken or carnitas, guacamole, sour cream Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, High-Fiber
- Spicy Avocado Bowl - $17.75: Charred corn, roasted zucchini & squash, peppers & onions, tequila-lime baby spinach, quinoa & rice mix, grilled avocado, tortilla strips, chipotle sauce Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, Volumetrics, Mayo-Clinic
Main Courses
- Americano Burger - $18: Half pound beef, American cheese, lettuce, tomato, pickles, fries Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- West Side Burger - $19: Half pound beef, guacamole, American cheese, fresca, chipotle sauce, lime, fries Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- Chicken Fajita - $20.95: Grilled chicken breast, onions & peppers, rice, beans, tortillas, fajita sides Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Sugar-Free, High-Fiber
- Steak Fajita - $23.95: Char-grilled steak, onions & peppers, rice, beans, tortillas, fajita sides Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Sugar-Free, High-Fiber
- Original Combo Fajita - $22.95: Choice of two: chicken, steak, or shrimp, onions & peppers, rice, beans, tortillas Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, High-Fiber
- Shrimp Fajita - $22.95: Shrimp in salsa butter, onions & peppers, rice, beans, tortillas Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Vegetable Fajita - $19.95: Grilled squash, zucchini, mushrooms, corn salsa, spinach, onions & peppers, rice, beans, tortillas Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Fat, Sugar-Free, Clean-Eating, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, Volumetrics, TLC, Detox, Alkaline, Mayo-Clinic
- Carne Asada - $23.95: 8 oz grilled steak, chimichurri, salsa fresca, rice, beans, tortillas Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Sugar-Free, High-Fiber
- Ribeye - $35.95: 12 oz black angus ribeye, grilled vegetables, rice, street corn, steak sauce Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- Stuffed Mexican Poblano Pepper - $18.5: Chile Relleno, cheese, red chile sauce, sour cream, rice, beans Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, High-Fiber
Enchiladas & Burritos
- Mexican Flag Enchiladas - $22: Three cheese enchiladas with steak, chicken and carnitas, red, white and green sauces, salsa fresca, rice, beans Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, High-Fiber
- Chicken Chimichanga - $19.5: Shredded chicken and cheese, red chile sauce, rice, beans, guacamole, sour cream Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- Juan's Handheld Burrito - $15.25: Chicken, beef or carnitas, queso, rice, refried beans, crema, guacamole, salsa fresca Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, High-Fiber
- El Jefe Burrito - $19.75: Chicken, beef or carnitas, rice, refried beans, cheese, salsa fresca, avocado, three sauces Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, High-Fiber
Sides
- Fries - $6: Classic potato fries Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Sugar-Free, Low-Cholesterol, Low-Fodmap
- Tajin Fries & Tajin Aioli - $6: Fries with Tajin seasoning and aioli Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Sugar-Free
- Mexican Rice - $3.5: Seasoned rice Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Sugar-Free
- Beans - $3.5: Black or Refried Dietary tags: High-Protein, Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Diabetic, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Fat, Sugar-Free, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, Weight-Watchers, Clean-Eating, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, Volumetrics, TLC, Detox, Alkaline, Mayo-Clinic, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb
Desserts
- Churro with Chocolate Sauce - $3.95: Fried dough sticks, chocolate sauce Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Churros & Ice Cream - $9.5: Churros, vanilla ice cream, chocolate Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Fried Ice Cream - $10: Vanilla ice cream, pretzel shell, choice of sauce Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Lava Cake - $11: Chocolate cake, molten center Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
Frequently Asked Questions about Margarita's Mexican Restaurant
- What type of cuisine does this restaurant specialize in?
- Margarita's Mexican Restaurant specializes in authentic Mexican cuisine, featuring dishes like birria quesadillas, sizzling fajitas, and hand-mashed guacamole.
- What is the overall customer sentiment about this restaurant?
- Diners rave about the perfectly cooked seafood and attentive service, praising the restaurant's consistent quality and welcoming atmosphere for special occasions.
- What is this restaurant's overall rating?
- Margarita's Mexican Restaurant has an average rating of 4.0/5, with diners praising the consistency and high-quality food preparation.
- What are the standout dishes based on the menu?
- Standout dishes include loaded skillet nachos, birria baby chimis, Mayan shrimp, birria quesadillas, and Tacos Del Mar.
- How can I contact this restaurant?
- You can contact Margarita's Mexican Restaurant by visiting their website at https://margs.com/locations/margaritas-mexican-food-restaurant-me/orono/.
- What do customers love most about this restaurant according to reviews?
- Customers rave about the perfectly cooked seafood, well-prepared dishes, and professional service, making it a favorite destination for special occasions.
- Is this a good spot for a date or special occasion?
- Diners frequently highlight this restaurant as an ideal destination for special occasions, praising its attentive service and relaxed, inviting atmosphere.
- Is this restaurant suitable for families?
- The restaurant's relaxed vibe and welcoming environment make it an ideal destination for families and special occasions.
- What are the most popular dishes at this restaurant?
- Popular dishes include loaded skillet nachos, baby chimis, birria quesadillas, Mayan shrimp, and seafood options like Tacos Del Mar.
- Is this restaurant good for casual dining or more upscale?
- This restaurant offers a relaxed, festive vibe suitable for casual dining while remaining a popular choice for special occasions.