Loretta

My family and I went out to eat for my brother's birthday. He's gluten free, so this was an excellent choice for his dietary restrictions. There was a little bit of a mix-up since my dad thought he called in for a reservation at a specific time, but I don't think it was ever written down, so they didn't have our reservation. It all worked out because there was a table open for us, and we were seated right away anyway. The food was delicious, I got a portabella mushroom sandwich and was happily stuffed after. Everyone else in my party was very happy with their meals, as well. Our waitress was very helpful and made sure to change my brother's order to gluten free as soon as he remembered to tell her. Parking is also a bit tough in this area, but we did pretty good seeing as we had to park on the street, and they tend to be a bit strict about parking restrictions.

I feel a little funny about raving about the sweet potato fries, but I’ve never had anything like these! I had the French dip special today, which is an amazing sandwich. But this is my first time ever having their sweet potato fries. They are hand-cut dredged in cornmeal (so gluten-free) and honestly the best Sweet potato fries I’ve ever had! Bonnie at the Bar was so friendly, and the Staff and food here is always SpotOn! There are many reasons why Loretta’s remains one of the great NBPT restaurant institution! Make sure you add this place to your rotation!

I absolutely loved my dinner at Loretta’s Restaurant in downtown Newburyport! The location is convenient, with a large parking lot nearby and plenty of street parking available. Despite the restaurant being very busy, they quickly set up additional tables to accommodate guests, which was impressive. The staff was exceptional—super fast, attentive, and highly professional, making the dining experience even more enjoyable. The food was absolutely incredible, with bold flavors and generous portion sizes. I especially appreciated that they clearly label gluten-free options on the menu, making it easy for those with dietary restrictions to find something delicious. Overall, I had a fantastic experience at Loretta’s. The warm atmosphere, outstanding service, and phenomenal food make it a must-visit spot in Newburyport. I highly recommend it!