Mijitas Mexican Kitchen

We had a 6 PM reservation Saturday in June that happened to coincide with the high school graduation. We saw there were several families dining together. We were seated outside pretty swiftly, but it took quite some time for the servers to even bring us water and then chips & salsa. We do understand it was a busy weekend and evening, so no worries! When the food was delivered, it was absolutely worth it - as my salad with grilled chicken was absolutely delicious. Very fresh ingredients and the chicken had a delightful flavor. My husband enjoyed his tacos meal as well. For the food - this is a definite go-to! Just make sure you make a reservation (as during our stay they were quoting one hour wait to walk ups) and if it is a busy evening, just be a little patient with service.

Food was mediocre. Decorations were nice, and the place was clean. But when I paid, the screen pushed me to tip 18%, 22%, or 25%. Thankfully, I always carry cash to tip based on service. In this case, there wasn’t any. I got my own chips, silverware, water, and food. I even bussed my own table. The cashier took orders while eating on a stool. I might come back if they offered real table service. Your business model is your choice—but prompting for a tip when you don’t actually serve people? That’s just wrong.

The food was spectacular, but it was the service was above and beyond. We had a group of 12, it was raining and the restaurant was fully booked with everyone now sitting inside. I had mistakenly make reservations for the wrong day, which we didn’t realize till we got there. The staff was incredibly flexible, they went above and beyond to fit us in and find a way to make it work. We are so grateful!! The drinks were delicious. One person in our group said he orders the pork verde everywhere he goes and said this was one of the best he has ever had. Also people in our group had the carne asada and said it was some of the most tender skirt steak they had had for that dish. I had the fish tacos and loved them. This place is a must when you are in town. Make reservations on advance.

We sat outside and it had a very warm and cozy atmosphere. They offer blankets if you’re cold. Our server was super on top of it and attentive despite it being busy. My husband and I weren’t super hungry and shared the chicken enchilada and beet salad. Both were very tasty and the perfect portion size! Highly recommend!

We mistakenly made a reservation for the wrong night and they bent over backwards to get our group in for dinner anyway. Service was good, food and drinks were great. Would definitely come back next time on the island!

The only vegan options were tacos or enchaladas, which can usually be made deliciously vegan in most Mexican restaurants. However, they use chicken broth here in the rice, so the enchaladas I got only had slices of poblano peppers wrapped in a tortilla, nothing else. There were also only two very tiny enchaladas surrounded by a thin layer of black beans and sauce. I felt only half full. The plate cost $22.5 even before tax and tip. On the bright side, the taste was OK, the chips and salsa were complementary. For hungry vegans, I'd recommend somewhere else more substantial.

I love Mexican food and, for a quiet island getaway in the Pacific Northwest, Mijitas is punching way above its weight. This restaurant is super popular, put in your reservation in advance. The menu is small, and the menu items are carefully prepared and full of flavor. I had the carne asada, which was served simply with a flank that was perfectly cooked and grilled scallion. My son got the dungeness crab enchiladas which, importantly, were not served with cheese, but were sauced with a delicious warm mole and strong notes of chile and cinnamon - a flavor which evoked true Mexican cookery. The drinks menu is great. The indoor restaurant is cozy with elements of Spanish colonial design and the bold, bright colors of Mexico throughout. The restaurant is clean and the service is quick, kind, and to a point. This was the highlight of our trip, and I would make it a priority to return when I come to Orcas next time.

Nothing can go wrong at this venue. Fun, local vibe. Friendly staff. Lomo de Puerco and Pollo al carbon is our usual go to and their mesquite spice is to die for! And chips are always served warm. I enjoy eating out in their lovely courtyard in the summer time as the indoor seatings can get really cozy. They are almost always busy throughout the year and reservations are highly recommended. Food is 9 out of 10 times amazing but I've had inconsistent meals a few times in the past.

Story time. I came here to orcas to Ref Volleyball. This is my 3 time eating here. 2 for lunch. Today I got dinner and I was looking forward to it because lunch was amazing. Dinner did not disappoint. Tacos Al Pastor. Amazing! You have to try them.

Traveling with little kids, we try to find kid-friendly food options and Mijitas is definitely the place that caters to families with little ones. The shrimp tacos were wonderful and so were the oysters. We're from CA so rating Mexican food can be tricky since we have an abundance of it in CA. I love that a good amount of restaurants have kids menus, including Mijitas. They also have a swing and a little kitchen to occupy the little ones while you enjoys a margarita.

Fabulous. A local mainstay, family run, consistent good quality. Will always be top of my list for eating out on orcas island.

Our server was super friendly and very attentive! Even though the place was pretty busy, we were seated promptly. We sat outside on the patio with birds chirping around us, each enjoying a yummy signature cocktail. We had chips, salsa, guac, then I ordered the prawn tacos, my husband had the chili verde. We both agreed the food was fresh and hot the spot! Only open right now a few days a week, we were bummed when it was closed Sunday night. Next time we are on the island, we'll definitely return!

Shrimp tacos and fish tacos were great, so were the street corn (esquites) and quinoa ball appetizers. They had a long wait and no bar, so we walked around the cirner to a cozy little cocktail bar called Barnacle. Overall, great experience in Eastsound!

Yummy fresh chips and salsa! We sat outside because it was beautiful! The music and ambiance were perfect! The service was so quick and everyone was really helpful and kind! carne asada was fire and the drinks were outta this world! we got the blackberry marg, blackberry lemonade, limonada, and paloma!! we couldn't love this place more!

We. Love. Mijitas!!!!!! What a wonderful stop in Orcas Island. Reservations highly encouraged, even during the weekdays in the summer. The outdoor seating is the best and most fun. There are ponchos in case it gets a little breezy and cold that you can borrow/wear! AWESOME margs (although very strong) and food. You can get unlimited chips/salsa (which are important with the strong margs). We ordered a carne asada and al pastor tacos - both were excellently done. The app/side of guac was a hefty size.

Terrible SLOW service ruined this meal. It's passable Mexican food, though no spice to speak of. But the service was truly terrible from start to finish. The "host" was rude and disorganized, keeping us waiting 20 mins despite having a reservation. The waitress disappeared frequently so that we had to wave her down 20 mins after being seated to order. It took another 20 mins for our (incorrect) drinks to arrive and a full 80 min for our food to get to our table. A truly rancid smell coming from the kitchen which made us think twice about actually eating our food. One bright spot was one sweet young guy who was a server working his butt off. But the rest of the establishment was off, and on a night where the tables weren't even all filled. Definitely not returning.

The host was pleasant. Our food was slowwwww to arrive. My daughter's burrito looked like someone attempted to shape a burrito into a cheeseburger without the cheese. My fish was bad, as in spoiled. When we told the waitress, she was polite enough but did not offer a replacement. She told us she would take it off the bill, but still charged us. What made me sad is how miserable she looked. How bad are the working conditions that the waitress looks like she is going to have a complete rage-mental breakdown??

We really enjoyed our dining experience at Mijita's recently. The staff was able to accomodate us without a reservation on a Tuesday night, but it got busy very quickly and we arrived right at opening. I would suggest making a reservation which we will on our next visit. The atmosphere was great, I had not dined indoors since it was under a different name I think Bilbo's years ago. My blackberry marg was delicious, as were the beef enchilladas. My husband said the tacos al pastor were alright. My side salad the dressing was amazing but was expecting a slightly bigger portion maybe with some veggies to accompany the greens, but it was good! Service was very friendly and attentive. We will be back! I wish they still did their outdoor cantina but maybe each summer we just try on the wrong days.

Orcas island gem! Cozy space with friendly staff. It was my favorite meal while on the island. The blackberry mole with short rib was SO satisfying and meat was cooked to tender perfection. Order some tortillas and enjoy some awesome mole tacos tableside. The prawn tacos are a staple. They have frequently rotating menu specials. I recommend dinner there and then heading to The Barnacle for a cocktail.

So delicious!! We really loved the crab dishes!! Would definitely go again & again when we're on Orcas!!

Fantastic food, drinks, and service! Our waitress was kind and helpful, the food too notch, and the drinks were scrummy. The esquite was the perfect starter, don't miss this gem!

We had the carne asado 3.5 stars and the crab enchiladas 3 stars. Despite other rave reviews, we each found our food average. Maybe if we drank margaritas. The glass of tempranillo was ok. Would not go again.

Surprisingly sizable menu for an island restaurant. We did our best to try a little of everything without hurting ourselves. The chips and salsa are delicious, the salsa is the best I've had in Washington and only second to my beloved Pappasito's. The salad was pretty great except for some wilted lettuces and too toasted pepitas but the guacamole scoop on top was perfection...so fresh and flavorful. The vinaigrette was also very nice. My honey enjoyed his house margarita, one of 9! options...coconut was a tempting second. I liked the fish taco dish--the habanero crema wasn't as spicy as you'd think and I'm a corn tortilla gal. The beans for both dishes were tender but pretty bland (black and pinto). The rice was nice and flavorful. The enchiladas seem to be a common fave as I heard practically every table ordering them. My honey enjoyed the new combo but missed some flavor/seasoning. We contemplated dessert and after having no photo to tease us, we thought why not? So glad we did! We ordered the house chocolate sauce but they were out and subbed the caramel automatically. Usually not a fan of cajeta but this caramel sauce was incredible. Better than Molly Moon's kind of caramel. The churros are chewy and hold their flavors without being oily or too sweet, excellent combo. Service was quick and they were working to keep us moving (no chance to be hangry with those warm chips and smooth salsa) and I was so relieved to see they give us our own pitcher! Would go here anytime we visit Orcas for sure.

I can always count on an excellent meal here every time I visit the islands. That Mexican corn dish is like crack. SO yummy! Had fish tacos and hubby had prawn tacos both excellent.

We had such a delicious meal and fantastic time at this restaurant. Had made a reservation but our ferry was late. I called to notify the restaurant and wasn't certain we'd be able to get in on a Friday night. Arrived at the restaurant and our table was ready and the ambiance was wonderful. I could tell service staff ran hot and cold but our server was great. Delicious margaritas, chips and salsa and crab enchiladas. Nice but short kids menu too. All of the food came out super fresh, fast and hot. The chips were also fresh and hot and they refilled them frequently for us. Music and patio was perfect. We will definitely be back!

So good! Highly recommend eating here. We got the crag guac, the corn, and the crab enchiladas. I'd get all 3 again and it was the perfect amount of food for 2 people. They all had a little heat as well, which was amazing since we love spice. Blackberry marg was great too' They have blankets if you get cold outside. We didn't make a reservation and were able to get in but it was clear they'd have preferred it if we did have a reservation.

Stopped back again and was exactly the same excellent quality. Amazing enchiladas! We did both the poblano with salsa ranchero and beef with salsa verde. Top notch! The update is to mention that we brought a fuzzy friend and they allowed her in on the patio at our table. Previous reviews had said they are not dog friendly but this was a good compromise and it worked out great!

LOVED IT - excellent service and food. Make sure you make reservations. I loved being able to support a local family business. My fiancé and I flew to Orcas for a quick getaway for the day and decided to have dinner here. We walked in before the dinner rush and almost didn't get sat because their reservations were full. I am so glad they were able to accommodate us because the food was delicious. Upon sitting, we were served chips and salsa. The salsa is fresh and flavorful. I ordered a "La Frida" drink - prepare for it to be strong but refreshing. We shared an order of Esquites - Smokey grilled corn with cheese and mayo. Elote lovers, this one is for you. I went with the shrimp tacos that are covered in a habanero mayo with two tortillas per taco. The shrimp was perfectly crisp. After the drink and appetizer, I was too full to eat all of the tacos so I took one home. Even reheated, it was still delicious. Will definitely be returning.

The service was prompt and attentive. We were immediately seated with warm chips and not spicy salsa soon followed. The Chile Verde, Pork and Prawn tacos are highly recommended. Great Margaritas as well!

Great service and a great meal. This restaurant is always a must stop for us during our yearly visit to Orcas Island. Tonight we started with Margaritas, chips and salsa, and the oysters appetizer, followed by the Chili Rellenos, and the B52 coffees for desert. It was fairly cool so I had made our reservation for inside. Good plan because it rained before we finished. It's a great restaurant, with great staff. You will not be disappointed.

Food: awesome especially the Mole Service: awesome our waiter was so nice and knowledgeable Ambiance: cuteeeeeee they even provide ponchos for the cold summer air

Definitely make a reservation, it gets quite busy. Even with a reservation I waited about 20 mins for my table. Service was excellent, so was the guacamole. Had to send my chicken entree back, as it was raw when I cut into it. Waiter apologized and took it back to continue cooking it. Overall, good experience - with the exception of the chicken.

This restaurant is an absolute gem! The staff is incredibly helpful and patient and they treated me like family. Even when there's a line it's so worth waiting for!! However reservations are advised! Anytime my grandchildren go to Orcas Island they beg to go there. And my daughter loves to go and have everything on the menu and even the margaritas are out of this world... The chef is incredibly skilled not just at Mexican food and you can tell by the nice variety of things on the menu. My favorite of all is the quinoa cakes with mashed chipotle sweet potatoes and local organic greens. But I always have a hard time deciding between that and the chille relleños... and yes there are plenty of choices for nonvegetarians as well. Although I'm always full by the end of my meal it's really hard to resist the Mexican chocolate mousse or the flan! It's so sweet that at the right time of year you can sit outside, and the inside is kind of small but they take advantage of every nook and cranny and it's really cozy. I've never felt uncomfortable in there, quite the opposite actually. The ambience wraps the food with the cultural flavor of mariachis and more. If you are blessed and get to come to Orcas Island don't miss this incredible culinary delight. You won't regret it

The Host was wonderful with great suggestions. Made reservations for the next night before being seated. Reservations a must. Had the kitschy island vibe to it. Service all around was excellent. The owner was cooking the night we were there. Had the enchiladas, divine! Prices were very reasonable.

Food: Wonderful. I had the Carne Asada and the steak was soooo tender and tasty. Service: Prompt and friendly Ambiance: Lovely

I've been going to Mijitas ever year during my annual Orcas visit for as long as I can remember... and my review definitely needed an update! Not that the experience has changed that much overall, I enjoy the ambience and outdoor seating in the summer + their margaritas! My family and I made an outdoor reservation for 4 people on a Saturday (during Covid) and had to wait 5 minutes or so for our table to be ready, no big deal. We were seated on the side of the restaurant at a long bar table a generous distance from other diners, which worked out. I remember the last visit or two the chips and salsa weren't that great and this remained true this time around. I tasted the salsa once and opted to just eat the chips plain. The chips weren't as crisp as I would have liked but I wanted to munch on something while I sipped on my margarita and waited for my meal. For drinks I went with the pure margarita served up in a martini-like glass... and opted for a double because hey why not? A double was a little steep at $22, but dang it was good! A nice balance of tart and sweet, plus I could taste the tequila, yay. Because a double wouldn't fit in a martini glass, our friendly waiter brought out the whole shaker so that I could refill once there was room (and let me tell you I made room real quick since I sucked my first glassful down, whoops). Now I was still full from my late lunch, so I decided to go with the Mijitas Chopped Salad ($14), a plate of local salad greens, black beans, cherry tomatoes, jicama, corn, roasted peppers, queso fresco, tortilla strips & guacamole with honey-lime vinaigrette. I asked for no cheese (trying to be mostly plant-based over here) and the lighter option ended up being perfect. I enjoyed the crisp, fresh jicama, although I would have enjoyed a little more substance in the form of corn and beans. My mom ordered the salad and enjoyed it even more than I did, and my sister really liked her Grilled Fish Tacos ($16). I did get a bite of her taco and was a fan of the sauce, although the fish could have been a little better. It was by no means bad though. My dad seemed to enjoy his Carne Asada ($24). In the future I'd probably go with my regular vegetarian Quinoa Cakes served with chipotle sweet potato mash and local salad greens ($16)... plus another double margarita served up! They turned on the heat lamp although I was warm enough with my jacket and booze blanket. The place was reasonably full (for Covid standards) and cleared out a bit by the time we left. Looking forward to stopping by again on my next visit!

Absolutely delicious. Everything we tried was super tasty. The crab enchiladas were incredible. Highly recommend (best Mexican food we have ever had and we live in CA!!!). Thank you

29 July 2020 Good Mexican cuisine option for the island with lots of outdoor seating. Marg menu is good, service was great, but the food is hit and miss for this ex-Angeleno. Chips and salsa game need some attention. I would look elsewhere if you can, but this was the only place we could get a reservation on a Wednesday when almost everything else is closed. Def make a reso during covid! By the numbers: Food 4/5 Service 5/5 Ambiance 5/5 Value 3/5 Chips and Salsa - Ok. Chips weren't bad, but the salsa was watery tomato juice with a little salt and pepper. Not much flavor or depth, and zero kick. What's the point?? Chile relleno - Good. Poblano chile stuffed with mushrooms and queso and breaded and fried. My father liked it. Fish tacos - Good. Fish was slightly overcooked and under seasoned. Carne asada - Good. Ordered medium rare and arrived medium well. No green onions, as advertised on the menu. Crab enchiladas - Very good. No kick despite there being habaneros in the sauce. Rich crab with cheese and red pepper sauce. Lomo de puerco - Very good. Nice amount of char on the pork to give it some smoky depth, and the chipotle sweet potato mash offered a sweet note to compliment the meat. El Mestizo - Good. The float of smoky mezcal makes it a winner. Mix seemed not fresh squeezed, but it was delicious.

Maybe we were there on an off night. We were seated quickly since we came in early (around 5 or so). The service was good and attentive. The chips and salsa were tasty. We ordered the carne asada and the pork tenderloin. The steak was cooked as ordered but tasted a bit salty. The refried beans were runny and average. The mexican rice was pretty tasteless. The pork tenderloin was cooked well and mostly tender, but had some gristle and fat sections. The sweet corn mash was tasty, and helped lower the temp of the sauce (mole?) on the tenderloin. All in all we didn't think the meal and 1 drink for each of us (margarita and glass of wine) was worth the $90. My wife and I agreed it was average at best.

Patio was lovely. Food delicious. I had the original margarita both times. Rajahs tacos and quinoa cakes were both great vegetarian options. Others had short ribs and enchiladas and liked them too. Service was pleasant and efficient.

We came here during the winter - it looks like they have a huge patio, but it was closed due to the weather. Everyone is friendly and the food was very tasty. They take seating reservations on line. Will definitely comeback.

One of our favorite local eats - my husband loves the carne asada and I love the enchiladas but with mole sauce - yum!

We placed an order here on a Tuesday at 4:30 pm. Their website AND answering service say they are open Tuesdays at 4 pm. Our confirmation email said that our order would be ready at 5:11 pm. When we showed up at that time the place was deserted. No one in sight, doors locked, and no one answering the phone. Our credit card was charged and our order confirmed with TWO emails....one directly from Mijitas and the other from the online ordering service they use. When we got there, other people were also trying to get in to pick up orders, so it wasn't even just us. We had to deal with our credit card to get the charge removed and also deal with trying to find somewhere else to grab dinner and by that point were very hungry and frustrated. 100% do not recommend risking ordering from this place. What a ridiculous experience.

This is one of our must places to dine on island! The food is superb! Highly recommend the crab guoc and crab enchiladas, you won't be disappointed!!! My husband likes the Mexican street corn salad and we have turned others onto it! I absolutely love the outdoor seating, one of the coolest and prettiest outdoor dining settings. The team is always amazing and works so hard to deliver an amazing experience. Highly recommend reservations, it's so easy now that you can do it on Yelp!

This was one of the few spots open on the island for dinner during our honeymoon. We're from San Antonio, so we know our Mexican food. I don't think we would have gone to Mijtas if it weren't for having difficulty finding a place to eat at all. But, we overall had a good/average experience. With covid, they are still offering takeout. I appreciated the ability to place our order online. You don't find out until the final page when your order will be ready though. So, we were ready to walk out the door to pick it up (we were staying 30 min outside of Eastsound), but our pick up time wasn't for an hour and a half. We've discovered these long pick up times are common all over the islands due to limited dining options right now. My husband picked it up and said the order was immediately ready when he got there. He brought it back to our hotel, and we sat down to eat! We both got crab enchiladas and subbed chipotle mashed sweet potatoes. The crab enchiladas were a nice island touch! They give a generous amount of crab, and the crab itself was tasty. An order comes with 2 enchiladas. The sauce on top was decent, but no spice at all. As for the sweet potatoes, they were the spiciest thing we got. The flavor was pretty good, and I liked being able to opt for a "healthier" option. We also got chips and salsa that came complimentary with the order. The chips were solidly crunchy and slightly salty - overall pretty good. The salsa is both watery in taste and consistency. Not enough spice or spices in general. I'm used to a spicier salsa in Texas, but even if it wasn't spicy but had more flavor with garlic, lime, cumin, herbs, etc. that would be an improvement.

Wonderful food and s Wonderful food and service always! We are locals on island who have an inn, and I highly recommend this restaurant to my guests.

I love everything about this restaurant, from the thoughtful service, to the community vibe, to the absolutely delicious food. I love just about everything on the menu, from the ensaladas to the enchiladas, with the tacos al pastor not to be missed. Their margaritas also happen to be dangerously good. I recommend reservations, because locals and tourists alike have figured out that Mijitas is a not-to-be-missed feature of Orcas Island. Enjoy yourselves!

Delish food and very nice service - also, the first restaurant with normal prices in Orcas Island. Had the grilled oyster app and it was great - briny, warm and fresh. For main had pork tenderloin - very tender and flavorful. Great margarita - had a mezcal float in it.

We came here for lunch on Saturday. The service staff weren't very friendly and they were out of several items. Tacos were okay but for the price didn't seem worth it. We wished we'd walked across the street to the farmers market where we could have eaten similar fare in a friendlier environment.

we had crab enchiladas with a dozen oysters and a salad with grilled shrimp. good. the paloma was more like a margarita.

Fresh, clean and tasty food. The best we had in Orcas! Warm inviting space, like your dining in someone's home. Fireplace was running, margaritas were flowing and the sangria is made there too! Got enchiladas, but I'd recommend the Chile and cheese tacos more! All the tacos we had were delicious. Their crema is authentic and the chips were warm. We had a fun dinner there and I'd recommend a reservation, even if that feels silly. They fill up fast in this off season time and with only five tables inside, you want to make sure you have time and space to enjoy your elote!

Good food, good service and great outdoor seating area. Delicious portion sizes are great!

Ordered takeout here and thought it was great portions and pretty good food! I got the prawn tacos which I thought were perfectly crunchy and the lime added the finishing touch well. The beans were underseasoned but rice was good and I was happy with everything overall.

The food was amazing. I have had my share of Mexican cuisine ~ taco trucks to corner stores and upscale restaurants. The creativity and flavoring was just out of this world. My wife, daughter and I ordered the chile rellenos, chile verde, and beef short ribs. The chile rellenos were very good with a nice coating of batter topped with a flavorful red sauce. The interesting part was the addition of mushrooms to the stuffing which made it more interesting with a different flavor profile. The chile verde was just so good. The verde was really good and not overpowering so that the taste of the pork came through and was cooked to perfection. So darn good. The best I've had and better than my home cooked. The beef short ribs were just so so good. The beef was tender and set on a bed of Mexican rice that had a blackberry mole which was to die for. Also, it was topped with pepitas which added a nice texture and nutty flavor. The next time we go back we are going to switch it up and probably get the same thing but change who gets what :D. Plus, I would really like to try the churros and flan as they look amazing as well, but we were too full to order more. Regarding the person who had a bad experience ordering on a Tuesday. Yeah, that's a bummer. When we arrived on Orcas we wanted to try Mijitas because of the reviews. We sadly had to wait until they were open on Tuesday. The web site was wrong as well as Google about hours / days, however there is a sign outside that says "reservations highly recommended" and I would agree. It is very popular for a good reason. I would say be patient and plan ahead and be forgiving during these times. They were super nice and the food was just the best Mexican food I've had.

Great food and hospitality!!! Highly recommend! Make a reservation for an outside table. So fun!

Dinner last night was amazing Monique was the best. Our dinner was so memorable because or her. The food was creative and delicious We will be back

Delicious food, family friendly environment, fantastic margaritas! Support local businesses on Orcas!