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You want your fish prepared properly and you aren't willing to lower your standards for the sake of convenience.

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Updated May 2026
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Mexican restaurant

Outdoor seating near train tracks features vivid murals and palm trees, creating a lively, sunlit atmosphere. Loud music fills the space, adding to the energetic vibe but making conversation challenging. Limited seating centers around a single picnic table, attracting a casual crowd who enjoy unique, seafood-focused tacos.

Food here tastes consistently great and is often described as tasty and top notch.

Fish tacos come grilled or fried with fantastic toppings and a delicious battered coating. Shrimp and Mahi fish tacos stand out as well-prepared and flavorful options.

People are saying

"The seafood tacos here are delicious and fresh."

"I loved their delicious fish tacos; they were the best."

"I found the food here to be fantastic and top-notch."

Good to know

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Villa's Tacos #3 specializes in seafood tacos.

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The restaurant is only open four days a week.

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There is limited seating with only one picnic table available.

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Sushi restaurant

Narrow space with bar seating for twelve and a back patio creates a lively, friendly atmosphere. Inside seating near a picture window offers the best vibe and service. Sushi features high-quality, modern-style rolls with fresh fish and unique flavors, making it a great spot for drinks and bites.

Food here stands out for its incredible quality and fast service. Prices stay reasonable despite the great taste and freshness.

Fish here shows a mix of quality, mostly super fresh with a juicy, spicy profile that melts in the mouth. Some servings lack firmness, but overall the fish offers a strong umami experience.

People are saying

"The sushi here is amazing and super fresh."

"The sushi here is amazing and the fish just melts in your mouth."

"The fish here is super fresh and just melts in your mouth."

Good to know

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Happy hour runs from 2 to 5 pm on weekdays, offering great deals.

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The sushi rolls are priced higher than average, with only four pieces per roll.

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Bento box sets and tuna crispy rice are popular snack options during happy hour.

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Taco restaurant

Taco restaurant with outdated interior and a sweet ambiance featuring telenovelas and seashore vibes. The place stays packed but seating is quick even during busy hours. Known for fresh, flavorful fish tacos and self-serve pickled onions, jalapeรฑos, and limes.

Good Mexican food offers flavorful and tasty tacos. The dining environment is enjoyable, though prices feel high for the quality.

Fish tacos come battered and large, filled with fresh fish, cabbage, pico de gallo, and crema. They offer great value with deals like $1.50 tacos on Tuesdays.

People are saying

"The fish and shrimp tacos are stuffed full and flavorful."

"I found the food here to be really good and tasty."

"The fish tacos here are delicious and fresh."

Good to know

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Taco Tuesday offers a 2-for-1 deal on tacos.

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Taco Tuesday prices are now 2 for $4.11.

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Self-serve pickled onions, jalapeรฑos, and limes are complimentary.

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Seafood restaurant

Seafood restaurant sits in front of a park with loud music and a chill vibe. It offers a full bar including a secret cocktail menu. The place serves spicy ceviche and outstanding shrimp tacos with generally solid fish tacos.

Food comes out very quickly and tastes authentic Mexican with fresh ingredients. The dishes are consistently delicious and well seasoned.

Fish tacos stand out as a solid choice, though sometimes light on fish. Other seafood like shrimp and scallops also come through as tasty, but the ceviche leans heavily on cucumber with little fish or shrimp.

People are saying

"I thought the shrimp tacos were outstanding."

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

"I really enjoyed the fish tacos here."

Good to know

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Taco Tuesdays feature special taco deals every Tuesday.

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Street parking is available along the block.

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Orders can take a while, so be patient.

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Seafood restaurant

Seafood restaurant with cute booths and a pretty patio offers a great music atmosphere. Prices stay reasonable with large taco shells that hold salsa well, and specials highlight fresh shrimp and octopus dishes. Seating is available but parking is limited to street spots.

Food here is mostly fresh and delicious with good portion sizes. Some dishes vary, but overall the food is enjoyable and tasty.

Fish comes with a light, tasty crispiness from the batter and generous portions. The fish tacos and burritos offer good value and maintain their texture without sogginess even after some time.

People are saying

"The seafood tacos here are generously portioned and a great value."

"I thought the food here was delicious and fresh."

"The fish tacos have generous portions and a tasty, crispy batter."

Good to know

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Parking is limited to street parking only.

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They charge a dollar to use a debit card.

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The shrimp and octopus torta costs $11.

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Mexican restaurant

Spacious Mexican restaurant with clean interior and cool wall art offers affordable tacos with fresh, crunchy toppings. Atmosphere feels quiet and awkward without music or TV, and wait times can be long even when empty. Late-night hours make it a convenient spot for satisfying hunger after bars.

Food comes with fresh preparation and clear attention to detail, avoiding any fast food shortcuts. Dishes carry authentic Mexican flavors and offer a carefully crafted taste that stands out.

Fish tacos come in huge portions and pack a lot of flavor. They stand out alongside other options like asada and lengua tacos, making for a filling meal.

People are saying

"I thought the food was very tasty and delicious."

"The fish tacos here are huge and insane."

"The fish tacos here are huge and delicious."

Good to know

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The restaurant is open late, making it convenient for late-night cravings.

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The total cost for a meal is around $43 for multiple tacos and drinks.

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The wait time is about 15 minutes, even with few customers.

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Outdoor patio offers ample shaded seating with heaters and blankets for comfort in cooler weather. Atmosphere stays calm and soothing, suitable for working or casual dining. Space blends versatile design that adapts well to both casual and formal occasions.

Breakfast offers exceptional dishes like the Kyoto Bowl and Mediterranean Eggs. Dinner features items such as Sprouts and Fried Artichoke, drawing a crowd right after 5pm with its great prices and delicious variety.

Fish options include a fish sandwich that stands out for its quality and a fish stick sandwich that is small and lacks seasoning.

People are saying

"The outdoor patio is beautiful and great for conversation."

"The food here is excellent with great prices."

"I loved the fish sandwich for lunch; it was excellent."

Good to know

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Street parking is the only option available, and it can be challenging.

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Laptops are not allowed after 5pm, so plan accordingly.

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Happy hour features a variety of bites and drinks at discounted prices.

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Mexican restaurant

Small indoor space offers a warm atmosphere with local presence and a large TV showing sports. The vibe is family-friendly with a focus on authentic Mexican flavors and a variety of drinks including distinctive margaritas.

Food here is consistently delicious and of top-notch quality. Prices stay reasonable while delivering great taste.

Fish dishes include fried fish and fish tacos with a light amount of fish. Aguachile features a large amount of shrimp and fish. Fish tacos may not be very filling.

People are saying

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

"The Mexican food here is authentic, with amazing queso fundido and carne asada."

"Their fish plates convinced me why they proudly carry the name."

Good to know

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Happy hour and specials are available almost every day of the week.

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There is plenty of parking available in the back.

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The lunch menu is available during the day.

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