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Mexican and seafood

Mexican seafood that balances bold, traditional spices without losing the natural flavor of the catch.

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Updated May 2026
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Mexican restaurant

Mexican seafood restaurant offers fresh, well-seasoned dishes like ceviche, empanadas, and black aguachile with large portions. Atmosphere feels family-friendly and very clean, with friendly energy and lively music. Space can get hot due to lack of air conditioning.

Fish ceviche and fish tacos stand out with fresh taste and light breading. Tacos al gobernador feature perfectly seasoned shrimp with a zesty cream sauce, while salsa negra offers a spicy kick. The fajitas and aguachiles also deliver strong flavors.

Succulent shrimp dishes like camarones a la curacha come in a spicy, tangy sauce. The Caldo 7 mares offers a rich broth with fish, shrimp, and calamari. Fish tacos and ceviche feature fresh seafood with balanced seasoning and light breading.

People are saying

"I found the seafood here to be very fresh and delicious."

"The shrimp ceviche and fish tacos are delicious Mexican food."

"I found the shrimp tacos crunchy and delicious."

Good to know

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Expect limited menu options during peak hours due to high demand.

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Reservations are recommended on weekends to avoid long wait times.

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Parking is available nearby but can be limited during busy hours.

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Spacious and open dining area offers a family-friendly and welcoming atmosphere with home-style Mexican music playing softly. The vibe is quiet and pleasant, creating a comfortable setting for enjoying authentic, homemade Mexican dishes.

Shrimp tacos and asada tacos stand out with authentic flavors. Family-style dishes like carne asada fries and carnitas dinners offer home-cooked Mexican food with a strong traditional vibe.

Shrimp dishes stand out with deviled shrimp and shrimp fajita tostada featuring large portions. Fish tacos come grilled instead of fried, and shrimp cocktails and tacos are consistently flavorful.

People are saying

"I found the food here to be delicious and flavorful."

"The Mexican food here is delicious and flavorful."

"You have to try the deviled shrimp; they're amazing."

Good to know

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Expect wait times of 20-30 minutes during peak dinner hours.

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The restaurant offers large portion sizes for all menu items.

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Prices vary, but most dishes are reasonably priced.

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Small restaurant with around 8-10 tables offers a quiet, cozy atmosphere with Latin TV channels playing at a comfortable volume. The space feels welcoming and authentic, evoking a sense of being in Mexico. Friendly energy suits both solo diners and groups seeking authentic Mexican cuisine.

Authentic Mexican flavor shines in dishes like shrimp ceviche, marlin and octopus tacos, and shrimp empanadas. The chicken quesadilla and shrimp tacos gobernador stand out, paired with perfect horchata and jamaica drinks.

Fresh oysters stand out with great taste. Shrimp dishes like empanadas, tacos gobernador, and ceviche are highlights.

People are saying

"The food here is delicious and always fresh."

"The Seafood service was excellent and the waitresses had a great attitude."

"The Mexican food here is served with such kind and excellent service."

Good to know

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The restaurant offers authentic Mexican cuisine with a wide variety of dishes.

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There is plenty of parking available for customers.

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Restroom access requires asking for a key and walking behind the building.

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Mexican restaurant

Small dining area with tables placed close together creates a cozy, family atmosphere. Warm hospitality and authentic Sinaloan cuisine aromas fill the space, making it feel like home. Good music adds to the pleasant vibe during meals.

Menudo Blanco con Pata stands out as a signature dish, capturing authentic flavors. The birria and sopes with broth deliver a genuine taste of Sinaloan home cooking, with touches like birria ramen con queso and shredded meat tostadas adding variety.

Shrimp ceviche stands out as a popular dish with a wait that feels worth it. The menu also features Shrimp Cocktail Agua Chile Style and a shrimp quesadilla, though opinions on the cocktail vary.

People are saying

"You have to try the birria; it's the best Mexican food I've had."

"The seafood here tastes like it came straight from a home kitchen."

"You have to try the machaca with eggs."

Good to know

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There is a 3% charge for card payments, so cash is recommended.

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Parking is available in a back lot and on the main street.

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The restaurant has only 4 to 6 tables, which may lead to wait times.

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Large, clean restaurant with new interior and entertainment creates a relaxed atmosphere. Quiet during afternoon hours with few diners, offering a regional Mexican seafood focus. Micheladas and aguachiles stand out among the menu.

Taco de marlin stands out with excellent flavor and value. Tacos gobernador come in a good size and taste great. Salsas and chips offer great flavor. Enchiladas and mix tostadas are consistently delicious.

Grilled fish stands out with fresh, flavorful taste. The Veracruz fish and fish cicharones deliver solid, delicious seafood options.

People are saying

"The food here is delicious and came in good portions."

"The Mexican food, especially the fish tacos, is delicious."

"The seafood here is delicious, especially the marlin tacos."

Good to know

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Reservations are not required, but it's best to call ahead during peak hours.

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Expect a quiet atmosphere during late afternoon visits, especially on weekends.

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Prices are higher than average for Mexican restaurants in the area.

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Mexican restaurant

Small Mexican diner with clean, homey atmosphere and fifties hits music playing. Offers patio dining and a couple of TVs showing sports. Serves a mix of Mexican and American dishes with affordable prices despite inflation.

Shrimp burrito with avocado and burrito supreme with chile verde stand out for their rich flavors. Menudo, tacos de papa, and salsa verde offer authentic tastes. Chilaquiles, el pastor gordita, pozole, and taco plate deliver an explosion of flavors.

Shrimp dishes stand out with a shrimp burrito with avocado and a steak and shrimp combo that taste good. Fish tacos come chopped and breaded, with a crispy texture and sour cream added, which may not suit everyone.

People are saying

"The food here tastes so homey and comforting."

"The Mexican food here is so flavorful, especially the chilaquiles."

"The shrimp burrito with avocado was to die for."

Good to know

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Cash is preferred due to a surcharge on credit card payments.

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The diner offers a large menu with all-day breakfast and Mexican dishes.

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Expect large portion sizes that are good for sharing.

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Small dining area fills with noisy clattering and pleasant background music, creating a lively fast food vibe. Families and smiling customers enjoy authentic Mexican food with large portions in a clean, energetic space. Drive-thru service adds convenience despite limited parking.

Chilaquiles verdes and tacos stand out with grilled onions and fried jalapeño enhancing the flavor. Fresh chicken enchiladas, bean and cheese burritos, and taquitos come with free chips and salsa that many find exceptional.

Shrimp dishes stand out with options like shrimp ceviche and garlic shrimp loaded with garlic. A simple shrimp order includes three halved shrimp priced at $9.99.

People are saying

"The Mexican food here is so authentic and delicious."

"The homemade salsa and chile verde are wonderful."

"The seafood here is delicious."

Good to know

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2024 Easter Sunday will open until 3PM.

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Parking is limited but available in the back and side of the restaurant.

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The restaurant offers a drive-through option for quick service.

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Restaurant

Small restaurant offers a cozy atmosphere with nice decor and good background music. The vibe is friendly and quiet, allowing easy conversation even on busy nights. Seafood dishes stand out as a distinctive feature of the menu.

Authentic and gourmet Mexican dishes include red chilaquiles, fish ceviche tostada, and green enchiladas. The menu features molcajete and Sonora tacos, served with rice that complements beans, tacos, and enchiladas.

Seafood stands out with fresh shrimp served quickly and generously. Dishes like shrimp tacos, aguachiles, and fish ceviche tostada highlight the menu's focus on quality and flavor.

People are saying

"The food here is amazing and fantastic."

"The shrimp and octopus dinner was pretty fire."

"The Mexican food here, especially the shrimp tacos, was delicious."

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They now have a license to serve alcohol.

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The restrooms were dirty and lacked paper towels.

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The portions were generous.

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Mexican restaurant

Mexican restaurant with live music and full bar creates a lively atmosphere where conversation requires raising voices. Spacious and family-friendly, it offers authentic flavors and fresh, flavorful dishes like ceviche and micheladas.

Generous portions of ceviche tostadas come stacked with extra tostadas on the side. The tostada de camaron stands out with its visual appeal and flavor, enhanced by lime, salt, and pepper. Fajitas, camarones ala diabla, and enchiladas de camarón offer solid options, while tacos feature flavorful meat with a good amount in each.

Fresh oysters stand out with a strong flavor. Cooked shrimp come with a Chipotle cheese sauce that adds a spicy twist. Cocktails often include plenty of shrimp, enhancing the seafood experience.

People are saying

"I found the food here to be delicious and flavorful."

"The Seafood here is great; the staff is very attentive."

"You have to try the Molcajete, it's loaded with shrimp, chicken, and steak."

Good to know

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Parking is easy, but it can get crowded during peak hours.

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The restaurant gets crowded on weekends, so plan accordingly.

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There is a 4% service charge for credit card payments.

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Mexican restaurant

Small space with cleanliness and a chips and salsa bar creates a simple, casual setting. Heat inside can be uncomfortable due to poor air conditioning. Menu features highly rated tacos and frequent renovations show ongoing care for the business.

Tacos stand out with birria, shrimp, and fish options featuring great sauces. A salsa bar offers four tasty varieties alongside fresh chips, radishes, and lime. Burritos and carne asada fries taste fresh and authentic.

Fish tacos feature nice-sized battered fish with great taco sauce that balances a mild fish flavor. Shrimp tacos stand out as delicious and a favorite dish here.

People are saying

"I found the food here to be excitingly delicious and tasty."

"I thought the tacos de asada and birria tacos were really good."

"The fish tacos here have really good sauce."

Good to know

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A taco costs almost $4, and a burrito is $14.

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Sour cream and cheese are not included, and the menu was not updated.

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The restaurant serves a lot of food, but it's not very cheap.

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Seafood market with fresh and cooked options offers a wide variety of fish and shellfish. Indoor space feels simple and warm, with some tables for dining. Prices are affordable compared to restaurants, and dishes like fish tacos and fried fish stand out.

Seafood shines with fish tacos stuffed with avocado and beautifully garnished. Burritos and quesadillas offer solid options, while seafood dishes like the mojarra and campechana mix come fresh but can be pricey.

Freshness stands out with a wide variety of fish, shrimp, octopus, and mini fishes available. Popular dishes include fried fish, grilled shrimp, and fish tacos served with ranch, tartar, and chipotle sauces.

People are saying

"I found the seafood here to be fresh and delicious."

"The fish tacos here are excellent and stuffed with avocado."

"I enjoyed the fresh seafood, especially the mix of shrimp and octopus."

Good to know

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Takeout options are available for those who prefer to eat at home.

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The market sells seafood by whole pounds only, no smaller quantities available.

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The seafood is offered at affordable prices compared to restaurants.

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Mexican restaurant

Interior shows hacienda flair with a clean, family-friendly dining room. Mariachi music plays softly, creating a cozy, inviting atmosphere for quick bites or relaxed meals. A self-serve salsa bar adds convenience and variety to the experience.

Authentic Mexican food shines through with real recipes passed down through generations. Dishes like the breakfast burrito with chorizo and potatoes, rich birria, and chicken mole enchiladas stand out for their flavor and quality.

Shrimp dishes stand out with options like shrimp taco plate, camarones a la diabla featuring nine shrimp, and dry shrimp scampi burrito. Shrimp cocktails vary, sometimes watery with few shrimp, differing from typical Mexican styles.

People are saying

"The food here tastes great and is always fresh."

"The Mexican food's salsas were so delicious and packed the perfect punch."

"I loved the shrimp dishes, especially the camarones a la diabla."

Good to know

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The restaurant gets busy on weekends, so arrive early for a seat.

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The dining room is small, making seating limited during peak hours.

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Parking is available, but it shares space with a gym.

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Mexican grocery store

Large Mexican grocery store with extensive product variety and fresh meat and vegetables. Atmosphere feels authentic to Mexico but somewhat lifeless, with most customers drawn by location. Includes an in-store restaurant and offers curbside pick-up for convenience.

Tacos come with fresh corn tortillas and a variety of fillings. Tamales offer options like beef, chicken, pork, cheese, pineapple, and strawberry. Salsa and guacamole are always fresh and made to order.

Fresh shrimp ceviche and fried fish stand out with good flavor and quality. The seafood section offers a wide variety without strong fishy smells, alongside hot foods and bakery items.

People are saying

"The grocery store's prepared food, especially the ceviche, is amazing and affordable."

"The carnitas and ceviche here are super tasty."

"I really liked their shrimp ceviche."

Good to know

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Northgate González Market offers a wide variety of authentic Mexican products.

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The market is known for its fresh meat and vegetables.

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Expect reasonable prices compared to other supermarkets in the area.

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Mexican restaurant

Mexican restaurant offers a cozy family atmosphere with clean surroundings. Most dishes follow Guadalajara style, featuring handmade corn tortillas on weekends. The place serves birria tacos and other traditional meals with a focus on authentic flavors.

Tacos stand out with birria, fish, and quesabirria varieties all tasting authentic and delicious. Menudo, pozole, and carne en su jugo add hearty, traditional flavors to the menu.

Fish tacos stand out with fresh, flavorful fillings. Shrimp tacos and quesabirria add variety and rich taste to the seafood options.

People are saying

"I found the food here to be delicious and well seasoned."

"I loved the birria tacos and their unique consomé."

"You have to try the fish tacos; they're amazing."

Good to know

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They offer free handmade corn tortillas only on weekends.

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Most dishes are Guadalajara style.

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The prices are reasonable.

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Seafood restaurant

Seafood restaurant offers lively, authentic atmosphere with fresh, flavorful mariscos and a large variety of options. Tables stay clean and welcoming while vendors sell products nearby. Prices remain affordable despite occasional unexpected fees.

Green salsa stands out for its heat and flavor. Fish empanadas and ceviche tostada offer fresh, classic tastes. Horchata and aguachile complement the meal well.

Fresh fish, shrimp, and crab legs feature heavily in dishes like molcajete and fish soup. Oysters come fresh and juicy, while shrimp cocktails and ceviche offer vibrant flavors.

People are saying

"The seafood here is so fresh and flavorful."

"I found the food here to be delicious."

"The Mexican food here, especially the fish tacos, was amazing."

Good to know

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Prices are affordable, making it a budget-friendly dining option.

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The restaurant offers a large variety of seafood options.

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The tables are clean, ensuring a hygienic dining environment.

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DEL PACIFICO Mexican & Seafood Mariscos image 1

Spacious seafood restaurant with Latin music and multiple TVs showing news creates a relaxed, homey vibe. Clean and modern with air conditioning for comfort. Known for large plates and delicious ceviche and tacos.

Authentic Mexican flavors shine through with birria torta, quesabirria tacos served with tomato consommé, and picosito shrimp tacos. Freshly made tortillas, daily menudo, and drinks like guayaba margaritas, Micheladas, horchata, and cafe de olla round out the menu.

Cold seafood entrees like mariscadas stand out on hot days. Shrimp dishes shine with options like a huge shrimp cocktail, shrimp ceviche, and flavorful shrimp tacos called Picositos.

People are saying

"I thought the food here tasted great."

"The shrimp tacos here are so flavorful and satisfying."

"You have to try the picosito shrimp tacos; they're amazing."

Good to know

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Lunch specials are available daily and offer great value.

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Expect to pay around $15 for a burrito.

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Credit cards are accepted, but be cautious of potential extra charges.

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Seafood restaurant

Small seafood restaurant offers live music with a pleasant atmosphere that is sometimes loud during performances. The space feels clean and fancy with family-friendly vibes, though some find it less suited for dining with children. Prices tend to be on the higher side, balanced by quality drinks like micheladas and margarita pitchers.

Green and red salsas stand out for their flavor and are served with chips. Tacos come in varieties like asada, chicken, and street style, all very good. The fajitas plate offers a fire taste experience.

Shrimp burrito pairs well with a cold beer. Fish chicharrones follow Señor Ciro's recipe and stand out. Shrimp cocktail has large shrimp but is packed too tight and tastes like ketchup, with some shrimp still having skin on.

People are saying

"The food here is awesome and great."

"The Mexican food here has delicious salsas and huge portions."

"I found the seafood here ideal for hanging out with friends."

Good to know

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Karaoke happens on Thursday, Friday, and Saturday nights, starting at 10pm.

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Live banda or grupo performances occur on Thursday through Sunday nights.

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The restaurant offers a variety of menu items at reasonable prices.

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Seafood restaurant

Seafood restaurant with loud music and a Mexican ambiance that feels authentic. The crowd includes many older people, and the atmosphere is lively but can be noisy. Known for fresh fish and excellent shrimp ceviche, it offers a variety of seafood dishes with a good vibe throughout.

Authentic Mexican food features high quality ingredients and well-balanced flavors. Dishes like carne asada plates, fish tacos, and fajitas come in generous portions with complementary sides.

Seafood here stands out for its freshness and variety. Dishes like shrimp cocktail, bacon wrapped shrimp with sauce, and fish tacos come perfectly cooked and flavorful.

People are saying

"This Mexican food is legit and tasted homemade."

"The food here is rich, flavorful, and absolutely amazing."

"The seafood here is fantastic and tastes so fresh."

Good to know

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Parking is available right in front of the restaurant.

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The prices at the restaurant are fair for the portion sizes.

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The restaurant offers a variety of seafood dishes.

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