Loro

I was finally able to visit Loro, a must when in the Heights area! This place was awesome and everything was delicious!! They have several frozen drinks, I loved the Frozen Gin and Tonics, and all the food we tried couldn't get enough of! You order at the counter and there are several people taking orders so you don't wait long. We ordered family style for the table, the dishes are small but shareable. Food came out fast and they bring dishes out as soon as they are ready.

I discovered Loro while reading an article about how they converted an old church into the restaurant. Asian smokehouse cuisine was a new concept to me and so I wanted to try it. All in all it is good. The service was fast. It seemed very well organized. However, the order-at-the-counter concept combined with highish prices relative to the portion sizes just feels very confusing. It's trying to be gourmet and casual. Maybe 5 people being seated in a cramped booth put me off a bit. Also, there's cilantro on top of everything (see pics lol). I like cilantro but it seemed like the garnishing was kind of phoned-in. Will I go back? Sure absolutely. It was good food. Not amazing, but good. Something didn't check the box for me on it being hype-worthy. I liked the chicken and the pork belly the best. The salmon dip tastes like licorice.

Incredibly tasty items. The brisket was super tender and flavorful. The smoked salmon dip was everything my taste buds wanted. The crispy potatoes were very fresh and perfectly seasoned. The Malaysian Curry Chicken was excellent and came with multiple sauces that makes everything better. Decent beer selection and craft cocktails were great! Definitely worth a visit.

The entire experience was great! My daughter wanted to go here for her birthday. We pretty much ordered everything off the menu and took lots of food home. We had the brisket, chicken thighs salmon dip and fried fish. Ambience was casual. Give it a try!

Loro exceeded expectation! The small plates were colorful, delicious, and unique. The brisket really stole the show of course. The cold noodles were the best I've ever had. We were there for a birthday party and I was impressed at how well they handled a larger group day 2 into their opening. Our server, Luz, was very friendly and kind. We did not want for a single thing, she could not have done a better job. Sometimes new restaurants have a slow kitchen as they gear up, but everything we ordered came out so promptly, but was still plated with thought and care. There was not a single issue within the group or with any of the food the entire meal - these are some professionals here at Loro! Highly recommend checking this place out, definitely an amazing restaurant in the Heights.