Greater East Bay: Livermore, Casa Orozco

Casa Orozco  325 S. L St./3rd St, (925) 449-3045.  L-D M-Sat; $$.  Located on the outskirts of downtown, this restaurant features a large open dining room plus a cozy bar extension.  Margaritas are refreshing and varied and include a jalapeno-cucumber version.  Lunch specials include pozole, tortilla soup, and huaraches, plus a veggie-friendly chile relleno or flauta stuffed with mashed potatoes.  Shrimp enchiladas and seafood tacos are always good choices, as are dishes featuring shredded chicken, and specialties include a deep-fried chimichanga, enchiladas verdes, and tacos al pastor.  Chips and both mild and hot red salsas are complimentary. 

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