Waitstaff was great, tacos were spicy but excellent and would've given 5 stars. However....the ceviche was completely raw. I understand ceviche is not technically cooked but it should have a somewhat cooked texture from the lime. This was completely raw and ruined our experience. Would go back for the tacos again, though. read more

Amazing food, experience, and huge portions for the price definitely a hidden little gem that needs more recognition! read more

Barba Azul - Mexican Near Me - Seaside, California

Food was delicious! Can't believe this place isn't packed 24/7. I had 2 shrimp and 1 fish taco. The 3 were excellent.

What a jewel. The fish is so fresh and the service is outstanding. Started with guacamole. So flavorful. Then has the grilled fish taco and the taco enchilado with octopus. The creama on the enchilado was absolutely the tastiest I've ever had. I had to have a second enchilado, switching out octopus for shrimp. They were both outstanding though the octopus was a special treat. They have a nice outdoor seating area with shaded tables. Will definitely be back. read more

Looking for something delicious for dinner on our last night in Monterey, we came across this fantastic marisco/cevicheria/taqueria and set sail. When we landed, we were rewarded with seafood deliciousness that we have not forgotten since. The menu is pretty expansive with tacos, ceviches, tostadas and more offered. I wasn't clear on what everything was and the staff was happy to do their best to explain, but even then I wasn't positive I understood what I'd settled on when I ordered. That said, it was all delicious and I'd do it again in a heartbeat! Of note, the menu may seem expensive until you realize how much you're getting in each order. Turns out the special ceviches and cockteles that are around $20 are enough food to share with 3-4 people. I ordered their special ceviche with white fish, shrimp, and octopus, as well as two of their pulpo tacos. The tacos were on point with a lot of tender octopus. I punched mine up with the habanero salsa and a lot of lime. The ceviche was a great mix with a nice ratio of seafood to cucumber, onion and sauce. My wife and I did our best on it in one seating and there was still enough left for a meal early the next day. We did takeout, but the experience of eating there just looked fun, especially outside on a warm day. Each table has a lot of great hot sauces on it too, some of which I'd never heard of, and it would be fun to enjoy those too! read more

The food was delicious, everything tasted very fresh, and the service was great. The shrimp cocktail was made to perfection. It was filled to the brim with shrimp and it was not overly tomato-y. My camarones a la diabla were very good. I liked the flavor and the level of spiciness. We definitely want to come back to try more things from the menu. 10/10 read more

Barba Azul - Shrimp cocktail, Camarones A la Diabla, Oysters Natural, and michelada. - Mexican Near Me - Seaside, California

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This place is solid for seafood. The pineapple ceviche was big and flavorful. The seafood rice was good, and the fish tacos hit the spot. Worth checking out. read more

Stopped by here for a quick lunch with my fiancé. We ordered the fish tacos (1 grilled fish and one fried fish). The tacos were decent. The grilled fish taco had good flavor, was a decent size, and had a good portion of guacamole. The fish taco wasn't as crispy as I would have liked. The service was really disappointing. The restaurant wasn't busy at all. There were two waiters who were just standing there and singing to the music. We were one of two tables in the whole restaurant that was occupied. We were seated and not brought any water. We only got water 10 mins after we sat down after I flagged down the waiter and asked for it. Later, we were brought our food but no silverware. Again, I had to seek out the waiter ask for silverware. I probably wouldn't return here due to the lack of service. read more

I was in Monterey traveling alone for a golf tournament. A good meal to refuel after a long day was much needed. After searching Yelp for the highest rated restaurants in town I came across Barbara Azul. Quick and easy to get in and be seated in the small dining area. the cute waitress took my order right away and educated me about the best things on their menu. I ordered the Baja fish taco and the Ahi Tuna Tostada. Both were phenomenal with the Baja fish taco being my favorite. I even ordered another to go. Also, the waitress turned out to be the owner and she said they have been open for a year. Very cool spot that's quick, convenient, affordable, and full of flavor. I recommend checking it out. My friends and I would eat here all the time if it was in my hometown. read more

Barba Azul - Mexican Near Me - Seaside, California

I think Pollo Rey is the best place to eat in Seaside so I was excited to hear they opened a sister restaurant just down the street that specializes in seafood. I am a sucker for aguachiles and was surprised to see many different options for it on the menu. When the server learned it was our first time she mentioned her favorite was the tacos so we had to throw a couple of those on as well. Between the 2 shrimp tacos, aguachiles verde and two beers there was plenty of food to eat for about $40. The tacos were a great recommendation with a crispy fried tortilla and tasty fresh shrimp. The aguachiles had the perfect amount of spice and paired well with all the salsa choices at the table. The provided chips and salsa were excellent too! If I want seafood I'll be stopping here again soon! read more

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Wow this place is amazing! My wife and I have been here twice already and both times have been consistent in terms of flavor and great service. The place is small inside but hasn't been too loud or packed.. plus, they have outdoor seating with shade. My favorite dish so far is the Tostada Mitotera.. makes my mouth water just thinking about it. The tacos are great too.. my wife is picky with fish tacos and she loves these. Definitely recommend and I will be a returning customer! Update 6/2/23 Went back again. The menu changed a bit. I added pictures. I tried the Campechana especial.. wow, finished it all. Once again, excellent food and service! read more

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Little hole in the wall place in Seaside by Monterey. My craving for shrimp ceviche brought me here. It's small inside and too chilly at the moment to sit outside. Ordered the aguachiles (black) instead of the ceviche once I glanced at the menu. Also had a shrimp taco enchilado which was pretty spicy for my usual taste but it was still delicious! Price range was affordable for seafood read more

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Delicious grilled fish and shrimp tacos. You need at least 3. Caldo 7 mares absolutely amazing. Whole family was satisfied.

The tacos were delicious! The guac too. The staff were extremely friendly and the atmosphere was laid back and calm. The windows and doors were open, which was so nice after a summer of insane heat back in Phoenix. Best tacos (shrimp & steak) I've had in a long time. My husband got the shrimp burrito and raved about it. read more

Delicious fresh seafood. Taco Gobernador was amazing and the tostada was packed with shrimp and octopus. Staff was attentive and courteous. Hands down my new spot for authentic Mexican Seafood. read more

Barba Azul - Tacos Gobernador de Camaron Taco - Mexican Near Me - Seaside, California

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customer service was great! food was incredible! i'm vegetarian and they only had a few veggie options (the avocado fried taco one is amazing‍) but my roomates tried a couple from the whole menu and they loved it! will be back!:-) read more

A friend sent amazing tacos and a whole fried fish! Wow what fantastic food. I'm really impressed! I'll be a new customer. read more

Barba Azul - Seafood tacos - Mexican Near Me - Seaside, California

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This place was fire. The food was fresh and authentic Mexican seafood. Service was excellent and the chefs music taste was great as well. Definitely would recommend and 100% will come again. read more

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The food and service were wonderful!! It was a little chilly inside with the door cracked so had to keep my coat on whole meal. That would be my only criticism. But the spicy salsas left me feeling warm. So glad we ordered the Mojacete. It was phenomenal. So fresh and flavorful. Plenty to share!! Definitely will be going back for more read more

Barba Azul - Molcajete Chipilon - Mexican Near Me - Seaside, California

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The Good Food was fresh, delicious and nothing was left. Service. Waiter was hustling and gettting everything out super fast and he was the only on e waiting tables on a Sunday. It felt like I was in Mazatlan enjoying a GREAT meal. The Bad The only bad part is I live two hours from this place. The Ugly That I live two hours from this. Forget the wharf in Monterey and try this place. Great food. Great service and fantastic Mexican music. read more

Barba Azul - Fish taco. Off the hook. - Mexican Near Me - Seaside, California

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Came here today as noticed it was a new restaurant. What a great find. Fresh, tasty high quality food. I tried 1 each of the shrimp tacos, El gobernador and consentido. The first was a stewed tomato based shrimp filling, the second was a creamy cheesy filling. Each was incredible and wrapped with 2 of the best tasting corn tortillas crispy from the grill. My daughter ordered the fish taco and the consentido shrimp. She loved hers too Our neighbors ordered a tostada de ceviche and they raved about it. Will definitely be back! read more

Barba Azul - Fish taco and shrimp consentido taco - Mexican Near Me - Seaside, California

I have been working in this area for quite some time, and I had no idea a place like this existed. I wish I had discovered it sooner because the food and the food, location, and service is great. There isn't much parking by the restaurant but there's plenty of street parking. They have an indoor and outdoor seating area, although the inside is quite small. Upon walking in I was greeted right away and you have the choice to sit wherever you please. I chose to sit outside because the weather was nice. You know the food is gonna be delicious when the chips and salsa start going down like nothing. For the main course I went ahead and got the aguachile trio. I didn't wait a long time and was presented with a huge serving. The food tasted phenomenal, the lemon juice with the salsa was amazing. I started with the right side first and the heat and spicyness was just right. The left hand side which was the red sauce was way too hot for my liking. It was so spicy that I couldn't eat it, it was painful so if you enjoy very hot foods , get that one. I will be coming here again to try their fish tacos or other options. read more

Barba Azul - Aguachiles trio - Mexican Near Me - Seaside, California

Barba azul never disappoints. Ordered breaded shrimp and el gobernador taco. So juicy and the shrimp to the perfect crisp. I'm enjoy sitting outside watching people go by. The service is exceptional and the environment sparkling clean. Try them, you will not regret it. read more

Barba Azul - Camarones empanizados - Mexican Near Me - Seaside, California

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Aguachiles Shrimp (all 3 styles are delicious) Baja Fish Taco, Mixed Seafood Tostada, shrimp albóndigas are to die for and best I've had thus far. All fresh ingredients and the citrusy flavors are on point. The waiters are awesome, they hustle and tentative. The best part is that: Im 15 min. away and my go to twice or 3 times a week to say the least! LOVE LOVE this place. read more

Barba Azul - Tostada Mixta. One of my favs! - Mexican Near Me - Seaside, California

AMAZING. Got the baja fish tacos and they were unbelievable. Ahi tuna ceviche was good also. 10/10 would recommend.

It was a beautiful day perfect for the outdoor seating. The tacos were delicious and the waitress was extremely sweet and attentive. Would definitely recommend. read more

This place is amazing. The food is delicious and the owner and employees are always friendly and so welcoming. This is the Camaron and pulpo Coctel. Their sea food rice is always a must for me. read more

Barba Azul - Shrimp and octopus Coctel - Mexican Near Me - Seaside, California

Terrible! Lucky to get one star. We were looking for great fish tacos. Spent over $50 for two adults at a Mexican restaurant because we wanted to go all out. Awful. Next week we went to Nepenthe in Big Sur which is always good for less money. I wouldn't go back to Barba Azul if it was free. read more

Thought I'd check out the new place in town and it was good. I had the ahi ceviche tostada which was tasty. I would have devoured it in a minute had it not been too spicy. All of the wonderful coastal flavors were blended in with the seared ahi piled on top a tostada shell and avocado on top. Delish! The only reason I didn't give it 5 stars is because it was too spicy. My friend had a Baja fish taco. It looked tasty and she said it was however she made the mistake of pouring on a hot sauce without tasting it first and likewise couldn't finish her taco. She really liked it though. Over all, will I return? Yes, only next time I will ask them to tone down the spices. read more

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Wonderful and sincere service. Excellent guacamole and thick tortilla chips. We had the grilled and fried fish tacos, and the fried fish. Only thing better would be to relocate it into the sand dunes. read more

Barba Azul - 3 tacos for $19.99! - Mexican Near Me - Seaside, California

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I had the mar y tierra tacos here and they were so delicious!!! I want to try more stuff on the menu but those tacos are too good to pass up! read more

I ordered shrimp ceviche tostadas, food was fresh def recommend going to this restaurant for lunch!

This was amazing!!! It was the best ceviche I have ever had! I have had it in Mexico and South Padre TX! 5 stars!!! So refreshing, I have enough for tomorrow! read more

Barba Azul - Shrimp Ceviche Tropical - Mexican Near Me - Seaside, California

Food was delicious & beyond! Service was on point, the lady was very attentive to our needs. And the music was spot on, it was cold outside but indoor seating was comfortable! read more

10/10 would recommend this place. I didn't want mediocre seafood on the fisherman's wharf or within the touristy area as most of those locations are convenient and aesthetic. So I went online and opted to try this place. Not only does it have decor but the waiters and cooks are so kind and provide recommendations. They recommended the ahi tuna with mango and the shrimp taco and I'm so glad I went with their suggestions. The ahi tuna tostada was bursting with flavor and had a little kick to it. The shrimp taco was warm with gooey cheese. I'm gonna try to come back tomorrow if I'm still around!! read more

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Tried this place out after reading the reviews and it did not disappoint. I got the green aguachile and a Baja fish tacos. The taco was super yummy and fresh. Will definitely got back for some of those. The aguachile was not what I expected as it had some red coloring and green salsa on top. It was good, but not my favorite. With that said all the food was fresh and worth the price. read more

Barba Azul - Green aguachile - Mexican Near Me - Seaside, California

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Tired the pineapple appetizer and the albóndigas de camarón. Both delish. Had my Service Animal and they were kind. I offered to sweep up after my service animal and they declined. She loved the fried mojarra. Delicioso. Ty. read more

I'm not quite sure what all the hype is about. Don't get me wrong, it was "good" but a 4.8 rating? Maybe I'm just spoiled by L.A. tacos. The fish tacos were good. The tuna cevice was not the best quality tuna which made it just "okay" - YMMV read more

The best sinaloense style ceviche I've ever had in the area. It's super citrusy and full of good flavor. Camarones empanizados we're crispy and the sauce had good flavor. The fish taco was also delicious. The shrimp taco was not as impressive but still good. Although the shrimp sizes and portions were a bit small for the price I would return for the ceviche de camarón and to try the aguachile. read more

On a busy street in Seaside, this place specializes in seafood-based Mexican. Plenty of ceviches and seafood cocktails abound. I went with the Baja fish taco and the pulpi taco, consisting mostly of octopus. Both were good, and two were filling enough. The restaurant has a spacious outside seating area for nice weather. Service was a bit lacking but a good experience overall. read more

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