Agua Salada is our Friday date night spot almost since their opening. Service, food, ambiance EVERYTHING is great. Love that Alex the owner is fully invested and committed to his restaurant. We sit at the bar and we can see him in the kitchen cooking it up. Comes out to greet his customers and explains what he puts in his food obviously not giving up his recipes as he shouldn't Must tries are definitely Empanadas de Camarón, Pa Picar, Pulpo y Camarón Zarandeado, Tacos de Aguachile EVERYTHING!! Something to consider, they do serve RAW shrimp, so if that is something you are not into, can't be mad when you get it raw. Menu is detailed, it will tell you what dishes are raw. Look and ask your server questions. I typically ask if they can leave them in lime a little longer, we order right when we sit so they can take their time to leave them in lime longer...we are never in a rush so we don't mind waiting. Thank you Alex, Kevin, Giovanni and team for always giving us the best service! read more

We were excited to try Agua Salada, but unfortunately, the experience was disappointing. We ordered the Mar Y Oro and two super tacos de asada, and the rice was crunchy and undercooked. That really took away from the meal. Our total came out to $50.60 after tax, which felt expensive considering the quality of the food we received. We were hungry enough that we decided to finish our meal rather than complain, but the rice definitely should have been cooked properly. I had also come across some complaints about how customers are treated, which made me a little more conscious of the overall experience. I can only speak to our own visit, but between the food quality and the price, I left feeling underwhelmed. There is potential here, but for the price, I expected better attention to detail and a more satisfying meal. Unfortunately, I wouldn't be in a hurry to return. read more

Agua Salada - Mar Y Oro super taco - Seafood Near Me - San Jose, California

Food was ok, not really a Mazatlán style food but flavor were ok Service was great ! Very friendly staff Ambience I did feel like I was eating at the restaurant in my hometown Mazatlán read more

Agua Salada - Shrimp Tacos gobernador - Seafood Near Me - San Jose, California

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Food flavor was okay Service was good but what gave this review a 1 star is 3-4 hours later I had food poisoning due to the raw shrimp used in ceviche I had causing me still be sick 4 days later having stomach cramps and body aches and nausea I seen multiple reviews on here and google people saying same issue the owner or manager will defend themselfs and not say it's food handling issue but has to be . And my friend who ate some of my plate when he tried it also got sick so it's not something else or some excuse . I will not be returning to eat here and eat the ceviche at ur own risk causing me to rest at home and take time off work is what really got me angry about this Only plus side of this experience was the environment read more

Agua Salada - Cameron Ceviche Tradicional (Crudo Al Estilo Mazatlán) - Seafood Near Me - San Jose, California

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First time to Agua Salada- checked it out with my husband. The vibe is nice- feels like I'm at a beach area. The foods were all tasty, but our favorite was the Camarones Pa' La Diabla- yummy but pretty spicy. Service was good. read more

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No wait for seating, love the food and drinks they have TVs nice bar DJ on weekends . read more

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MAN this one has been on my radar for a minuteeeeeeeeee and to finally be able to try it and be very disappointed is an understatement. I arrived and saw the sign that says " wait to be seated " 15 minutes went by and not one person came to attend me until I was staring down a bartender so he could assist me and finally sat me down. I asked for a high chair and was never brought. I went and got it myself which is fine it is what it is It was bussy but not packed bussy the busiest table was already getting ready to leave and still no one attended me until again I had to go and grab a waiter to assist me which he was kind and calm so shoutout to him I ordered the guacamole with chips ( Waiter said there were no chips or salsa and I sent this back, I was expecting a vibrant citrusy fresh type of flavor and this was nothing related to that at all, no salt, no lime no flavor whatsoever) there's a smart an final down the store if I am an owner that shouldn't be an excuse. I should be ready for any and everything from opening to finish Carne asada taco with a side of rice and beans (meat was overcooked to the point it was crispy and not chewy. Beans and rice the beans had no salt or flavor again and the rice was coo) Azteca ceviche ( ceviche was good and spicy but nothing special ) Tacos el gobernador ( these were actually good and fire, I'd come back for these ) Agua de tamarindo (Watered down assuming they ran out) Y una agua mineral preparada (nothing crazy it was alright) Honestly I give it a 3/5 I will be coming back because there are other items I wanted to try but overall man this was not a good experience especially when they have hella bandas and grupos come and try the food! read more

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From the first time we tried Agua Salada from its early days we knew this would be a staple for us in San Jose because you cant go wrong here. We came for Valentines Day weekend, and while we missed the live music we were able to still receive the complimentary champagne and a rose from the owner. I ordered the camarones pa la diabla, which was a good amount of shrimp, with rice and beans. I opted for the tortillas de harina, which also were very good. There were a few times the food tasted saltier than my preference, but it didnt ruin the dish. We also got the deconstructed sushi rolls, which were very good and fresh. Not pictured was my partners ceviche de jiba (crab) that actually had fresh crab (and not imitation). Prices are on par with other restaurants, and for the bay area. The owner came around and checked-in on tables around us too, which was a nice touch. The place has booth seating and tables, but it seems to have been busy so you may have a bit of a wait (but totally worth it). read more

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Got the Torre de Mariscos Sinaloense, Steak Sopes & Fish tacos. All the he food was really good. Tons of flavor. Very fresh. Drinks we got margarita and beer. Both were a bit more expensive than i would expect at this place $18 and $9. From the size and quality, marg should have been $12. Service was good early on, and then got a little slow when trying to get check. Seemed really 1 server, 1 bartender, and 2 other guys mainly just talking when I saw them. Maybe just how it gets 2 on Saturday. The good far outweighs the not so great. Will be back. read more

Agua Salada - Torre de Mariscos Sinaloense - Seafood Near Me - San Jose, California

Came to check out the place on a Wednesday and did not regret. The service and ambiance were great. Our server Andres was attentive & charming. We ordered ceviche tradicional (estilo Mazatlán), empanadas de camarón, camarón roca, tacos de pulpo and Camarones zarandeados! I loved that they had Pacifico on tap as well! All dishes ordered were delicious . I will definitely be coming back! read more

Agua Salada - Empanadas De Camarón (3) Ceviche Tradicional (Al Estilo Mazatlán) Camarónes Zarandeados camarones roca - Seafood Near Me - San Jose, California

We were craving aguachile recently and stopped by this place to try it out. It is very nice inside with plenty of seating and clean bathrooms. We were immediately seated and provided with cold glasses for our water and chips and salsa. I loved that the glasses were already cold, I thought it was a nice touch that I hadn't seen before. We tried their aguachile verde and camarones al mojo de ajo. Although very delicious, I just wish that the aguachile was left in the lime juice longer before being brought out. The staff were all very attentive and helpful and service was quick. It is located in a shopping center with parking available. read more

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The food was good. The sushi was okay, the ceviche azteca is really spicy, my favorite was ceviche de pescado (fish) à la sierra. The mocktails were just okay. I tried the pineapple paraíso. Went in on a Sunday, they had live mariachi. Vibes were through the roof; however I do think the place is too small to have live mariachi. It is extremely loud. (This is coming from someone who loves to blast music) The service was just okay as well. read more

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Our experience was not as good as the rest of the reviews. This is where Anejo was previously located. The ambiance infact seems similar to Anejo as well but apparently it's a brand new restaurant with new owners. *USP: slightly upscale Mexican cuisine. Lots of seafood based dishes. *Service: very attentive and friendly. We were served water and chips+salsa on the house as soon as we got seated. *Ambiance: lots of greenery, clean and pretty spacious. The blue fish shaped vases on the tables are pretty whimsical. *Food: this is where things fell flat for us. Lack of flavor and salt were a characteristic across all the dishes we ordered. Rice and beans were served in two of the dishes we got. The beans were cold and rice was crusty. Not sure if crusty rice was intentional but it tasted odd. The chicken fajitas were bland. The spicy Diabla shrimp was not as fiery or flavorful though it looked great. The chicken tacos were plain and simple with just chicken and onions, again lacking salt and flavor. read more

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We ordered the ceviche de camarón con mango ($22), aguachile with green sauce ($20), tacos dorados de camarón ($22), and tacos de pulpo ($28) and for drinks the Agua Jamaica ($4). The seafood was fresh and flavorful overall. The ceviche unexpectedly included peaches, which worked but wasn't listed on the description of menu. The green sauce on the aguachile was bomb. The crispy shrimp tacos were tasty but overloaded with sauce and toppings, masking the shrimp's flavor. Salsas were solid, and service was friendly and attentive. The space is open and inviting. Only downside: I saw a staff member behind the bar lick sauce off his fingers while working, which was concerning, but we weren't there for the bar, although it did affect my overall impression. Also worth noting, this lunch meal for 3 was $115, including tip. Still, worth a visit for the food and vibe. read more

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This place is incredible. The bartender Kevin is bad ass and super friendly. Highly recommend. Food is amazing! Atmosphere is top notch!!! read more

Agua Salada - Pepino Braco - Seafood Near Me - San Jose, California

Randomly stopped by here on our way back to SF, and was so impressed by their seafood dishes! We ordered their torre Marisco (seafood tower), carne asada plate, and fish tacos. Seafood tower was generous with the raw shrimp and seafood. Carne Asada grilled to perfection. I didn't have the fish tacos but they are double the size of an avg taco and mainly filled with fish and not filler ingredients. Portions are massive across the board at reasonable prices. Highly recommend to scratch that ceviche or aguachile itch! Only mild complaint is that the music is a bit loud so hard for convos but part of the vibe. read more

Agua Salada - Seafood Near Me - San Jose, California

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LOVEE this place!!!! The playlist was super good like all classics and the atmosphere was soooo good as well; very welcoming. Very fresh. The vibes are HERE. The lights and decor are also very nice as well as all the employees are very nice and welcoming The food is also the bomb!! I got tacos de asada and they were so good and super stuffed read more

Agua Salada - Super Tacos de Asada (3) Agua De Horchata - Seafood Near Me - San Jose, California

(SJ) Food: CEVICHE DE CAMARON COCIDO (CON MANGO EN SALSAS NEGRAS)(9.2/10) POACHED SHRIMP MARINATED IN BLACK SEAFOOD SAUCE, WITH CUCUMBER, TOMATO, SWEET ONION, MANGO, AND AVOCADO. Large portion size for a small. It was definitely filling. It has a hint of spice in the end. They were generous on the shrimp portion quantity where most restaurants lack on. Could have used more lime and a little salt. TACOS CAPEADO DE CAMARÓN (9.5/10) (BATTERED SHRIMP TACOS) TEMPURA-BATTERED SHRIMP IN CORN TORTILLAS WITH A CRISPY CHEESE SKIRT. HOUSE SLAW. AVOCADO, AND SMOKY CHIPOTLE SAUCE. Lots of flavor and shrimp was cooked properly. Plenty of texture and the acidity of the lime blends well with the ingredients. SUPER BAJA STYLE FISH TACOS(9.3/10) ENSENADA-INSPIRED BATTERED ALASKAN WHITE COD. SERVED IN WARM TORTILLAS WITH AVOCADO, CRISP CABBAGE, AND SMOKY CHIPOTLE SAUCE. Fish was perfectly crunchy. It's not soggy or falls apart too easily like for fried fish taco. Plenty of flavor. Both tacos also looked aesthetically pleasing. All the tortillas held well together despite all the ingredients Setting: great for small to large groups with a bar in the entrance. Clean. There was a mariachi playing the entire time and honestly was incredible. They played great music. Has television which played the 49ers game which is a plus Service: great service. All the staff were friendly and attentive. Checked up on us. Only thing is they messed up on our order. We ordered 3 shrimp tacos and 2 fish but got switched. But both were really delicious regardless. Price: price was worth it given the statements above. Will return for sure Parking: plenty of parking in the front read more

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Amazing sashimi grade shrimp! My favorite Mexican restaurant in town. The service is great too. They sometimes have live music in the weekend read more

This was a food truck and now this is their brick and mortar restaurant. As an avid food lover I had to try, so off we went on a weekday night hopeful it'd be our new favorite spot. The Great: - The energy from the music, to the bustle, to the staff singing happy birthday to patrons had me smiling the whole time - Interior is nicely done, can totally see getting margaritas and vibing to the music - Accommodation: My food was wrong at first, but they fixed it with a quickness! - Variety: Menu has a lot to offer Undecided: -The food (chips, guac, shrimp tacos, steak tacos) was... missing something. I don't know what it was, but it didn't quite hit like I was expecting it to based on other reviews. - There was a social media filming session happening while we were eating .. it was awkward, but I get it for publicity, no hate. Maybe do it without patrons there in the future? Overall, I will be back to try more of the menu & have high hopes for this place!! Will update in the future to see if it hits 5 stars for me. read more

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This spot is delicious! I've been twice in one month already hehehe. I was most excited to try the aguachile and it did not disappoint. Aguachile (10/10) - Good portion size to share or a feast for one. Super Baja style tacos (8/10) - Absolutely loaded and dressed. Good but it got messy. Grilled octopus tacos (10/10) - I love octopus so these were yummy! Service was great! Both times the servers were friendly and attentive. They opened recently so it was very clean too. read more

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Great option for Mariscos! We went on a Friday evening and the place was bustling with energy and a live band. Despite the crowd, we were seated promptly. The menu features an array of seafood options. We tried two dishes from the ceviche menu (ceviche de camaron con mango en salsas negras, ceviche de jaiba) and the super Baja style fish tacos. The ceviches came with a basket of saltines and tostadas. Even though we ordered the smaller size ceviche and 2-taco option, the portion sizes were hefty. My favorite of the night was the ceviche de jaiba (crab), but everything was fresh and full of flavor. I look forward to returning and trying more dishes! read more

It is 12:42 am on Mon, so the Sunday time is wrong on Yelp for when the restaurant is open.

I give this place from a once high rating a 2.5 stars I want to start by saying flavor is never a miss here the food is great . There for the issue really is in the service You rarely get checked on and feel ignored Your server can pass you by and not acknowledge you From previous experience it seems like there has been more payroll added to address this issue since I see 3 brand new servers I've never seen To my surprise it's the same training where you get forgotten Last time I came here my food was cold I got fajitas and my server was doing everything else besides grabbing my food after 4 bell rings my food came by another person Once I got asked if everything was alright I had to say no my food was cold after being asked to settle for the fajitas since my main dish camarones all ajo was out due to an ingredient. Well her response was do you want me to reheat it Honestly for what to get dry ass fajitas ? No thanks I just ate some cold food. Again the route cause of this seems to be lack of service training and check in queues Love the food hate the service Ambiance has changed also to louder music on weekends also Hope this review realigns the service and goal here As the food would only win you over for so long read more

Agua Salada - Seafood Near Me - San Jose, California

This place is really, really good! Like everyone else, the directions threw us for a loop. When Google takes you to the park, you have to go to the right (when looking in the direction of the park entrance from the street), and you'll see a sign at the end of the cul-de-sac. This isn't the first time I've rolled into someone's casa/yard for food, and this place made the journey into the residential area worth it. The portions are very generous too, in addition to being flavorful. The ceviche was delicious, and thinking about it makes my mouth water for it. I will say, it did pack a punch when it comes to spice. However, it was really really good. I can't wait to come back, not only for this, but for all the other appetizing things on the menu. The complimentary chips and salsa that they served were straight gas. I could have eaten just that and be happy. I really enjoyed everything that was served in front of us. I also wouldn't be turned off by the fact that it's a cold night when you crave some mariscos. They have heaters and it's covered, so rest assured, you'll be fine. I took off my jacket on a brisk, cool evening and was perfectly comfortable. read more

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My mom says this is the best taco she's ever had! The fish tacos are huge, crispy, and buttery--seriously delicious. It's also a really cute date spot if the weather is nice, especially sitting outside. The aguachile instantly took us back to Cancun! read more

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Hi Alex, I was honestly surprised at the tone of your reply. My review was not a "misrepresentation" of your menu it was my genuine experience as a loyal, paying customer. My original 5-star review proves how much I once loved Agua Salada, which makes my disappointment now all the more real. And as a side note, I am very aware of how an agua preparada is made which is exactly why I brought it up in my review. What we were served was simply sparkling water with lime juice squeezed into it. No tajín, no preparation, nothing more and nothing less. You are absolutely correct that we could have brought it up during service, but that doesn't change the fact that this is what was delivered to our table, and that is the experience I reflected here. Clarifying pricing is fair, but accusing me of being "misleading" or "mischaracterizing" my experience is dismissive. Reviews are not supposed to be PR copy they reflect how guests actually feel about their food, the value, and the service. Responding with lectures and blame doesn't change the fact that the consistency has slipped, and the experience no longer matches the price point. I drove from the East Bay to support your business, because I believed in it. Instead of taking that feedback in stride, your response chose defensiveness over hospitality. That says more about where things have shifted here than any one review ever could. I stand by my comments. Hopefully, in the future, criticism from loyal guests will be received with the same respect and care we once felt when dining at Agua Salada. Right now, it's clear you simply can't take constructive criticism and that's a shame for a business that has so much potential and we loved. read more

Really friendly and kind staff. I went in to order the ceviche with mango, three fish tacos, Mexican rice, horchata and a agua de piña. I waited about 20ish minutes while sitting at the bar. I got my drinks first then my Togo order nicely packed. Once I got home, I opened the bag to find two of three of my items weren't what I ordered. In the bag there was agua chile and a plate with carne asada, small portion of rice, and beans. If they would've come out and say "hey we actually don't have mango ceviche right now is it ok to swap for an agua chile?" And "we are out of Mexican rice" Would've been appreciated. Although I wasn't disappointed by the food, the fish tacos were amazing and their drinks were great, I was disappointed because the items weren't what I ordered. I will come back to give another chance, might not doTogo from here though. read more

I checked out the salsa band on Saturday night.. although the restaurant was not full, it was an absolute blast!! The band Son de Cali, is talented and sets the atmosphere! The lady vocalists had us cracking up between songs! We had tacos capeados which are battered fish tacos. They come with beans and rice on the side... OMG!!!!!!!! It was a huge portion of food and the tacos were STACKED! they were not only scrumptious but the presentation was beautiful! Service again was great! Restaurant clean! It was a different bartender this time that I recognized from a different establishment, I don't recall his name but ppl know him as Papi!! lol! This guy is a festivity on his own! lol anyway, needless to say, Saturday is good for both date night and family fun. They also host paint nights and karaoke events. Looking forward to that read more

This review is long overdue! By far the best Mexican seafood place I have ever been to! I visited Mazatlan not too long ago and I was lucky to have found a spot in which the food tastes almost exactly like the food over there. Worth the 30 minute drive. One time we were there and Banda Corona del Rey showed up to eat there. I CRAVE the green aguachile de camaron all the time. I have been here multiple times and always order the same thing. I tried other dishes like the ceviche, sushi, shrimp tacos, and camarones zarandeados and I can say that they have all been very good. Their chipotle mayo tastes delicious on the tostadas. Also, you have to try the chiltepin salsa as well! Spicy and tangy at the same time. Their micheladas and cantaritos de piña con mango is also very good. I recommend this place to everyone that asks me about a good mexican seafood spot. read more

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Friendly service with more than generous portions. Be prepared to leave full or with leftovers for a couple of days. Appetizer -- shrimp and octopus with saltine crackers and a flatbread/flat fried square shaped tortilla. Would get again, for sure. Baja style fish taco and crispy shrimp taco dorados -- both excellent. Fish taco had a nice battered piece of cod that was not over fried and was crunchy. Encased in 2 small-medium sized thinly rolled flour tortillas, it was quite a meal in and of itself. One is more than enough. Also ordered a shrimp taco (think it was dorados?) with a crispy fried flour tortilla shell. Slightly battered and deep fried (or pan fried?) shrimp with generous cabbage and a slice of avocado. Divine! Water was always topped up! I would definitely come back here again. What a great addition to the neighborhood. read more

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It's a great looking ambiance, tasty mocktails and delicious food. Server was very attentive and friendly. Will definitely come back to try more of their meals. read more

Agua Salada - Tacos Dorados De Camarón (Crispy Shrimp Tacos) (2) Tacos surf and turf (3) - Seafood Near Me - San Jose, California

We ordered the small portion (serves 2-3) for about 80 dollars . It's a great deal for 2-3 people The grilling was perfect , ambience in the restaurant was excellent and service was top notch They have a large seafood menu , the rest of which I am yet to try but I'm sure you won't be disappointed read more

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The vibe was so cool!! I was able to go while Mexico was playing and everyone was so hyped!!! It was such a fun experience, the food was delicious & even our waiters were always so attentive! read more

Agua Salada delivers on flavor and texture, making for a satisfying meal even through delivery. I ordered the hardshell tacos and a rice bowl via DoorDash, and both dishes were well-executed--the tacos were crisp and packed with flavor, while the rice bowl was hearty and well-seasoned. However, the pricing felt a bit high for the portions, especially for delivery. While the quality was solid, it didn't quite feel like the best value. Still, if you're craving flavorful Mexican food and don't mind spending a little extra, Agua Salada is worth a try. read more

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Looking for a Mexican restaurant from a visit to see friends in a hospital in Santa Clara and came across "Aqua Salada" restaurant. We ordered ceviche and super steak nachos along with a margaritas which were sooo good. The service was good, then the music started and I couldn't stay still as the band music was great along with his songs and his involvement! It was good fun and fun entertainment! Go and see for yourself!! read more

The sushi was bomb!! The vibe was cute, but would not recommend the ceviche or aguachile. It was entirely raw. I understand the concept of curtido, but the ceviche is straight crudo. Its a gummy texture. Sinaloa ceviche is crudo but not thaat crudo. Aguachile is usually on the greyer side because its supposed to tan quick but they cut the pieces so big that they wont ever tan(curtir) in the time you are in the restaurant. The ceviche should not be grey. They did not tan (curtir) it long enough. Ive had ceviche in multiple Mazatlán locations, it was never grey. When i let the waitress know, they said thats how they always are. So if you like your shrimp curtido dont come here because they are going to give it to you raw! Warning. read more

Agua Salada - Raw not curtido warning. - Seafood Near Me - San Jose, California

Food is delicious!! Honestly the taste was unexpected ! Soooo good, you have to try it

We had the tacos dorados de camarón , tacos de pulpo. Really good sazón. Food was on point :) Im giving them 4 stars because they need to work on their drinks. We ordered micheladas and agua mineral preparada. Off the bat, we immediately knew they were made with sweet and sour. The aftertaste was overbearing. I can honestly say I've never tasted such a bad michelada. Same for agua mineral. I would advise the restaurant not to take shortcuts, don't use sweet and sour on your drinks. We went on a Saturday night, it was fairly empty and they had live music. While I like live music, it was difficult to communicate with my party since it was so loud. But did enjoy the band (they played a little of every latin genre) The place itself is really welcoming and service was good. My only complaint was the drinks , they need to step it up. Give them a try :) read more

I was not sure if I had the right address because Google took me deep into a residential neighborhood. Well it turns out, the restaurant shut down its storefront and moved the operations to the owner's house. There's a large tent with tables and an open but full kitchen. Don't let that deter you. The food is excellent!! Alex, the owner, is clearly the craftsman and someone who takes pride in putting out a good product and supporting his kitchen staff. The ahi tuna ceviche was fresh and perfectly flavored. The fish tacos were loaded with flavor and plentiful. Overall, a delicious meal. I hope they get back to being a storefront and are incredibly successful. read more

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