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    Boules

    4.2 (139 reviews)
    PriceyMexican, Seafood
    Open 2:00 pm - 12:00 am (Next day)

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    Great seafood in a garden atmosphere followed by a good customer service. Good variety of local craft beers.
    Hector M.

    Interesting seafood dishes followed by a good variety of local craft beers and good customer service.

    octopus taco plate, parmesan risotto with duck, & New York stake with papas
    Mary S.

    Glad to have patron this restaurant during our Baja vacation. The food was cooked and plated with excellence. Must orders: duck risotto & octopus taco. Risotto wasn't great BUT the duck was amazing. It tasted like beef, juicy and tender, not gamy or chewy. The octopus taco was only good but the plating of the food was what made it worth ordering. We also ordered the yellow tail sashimi since that was the only option and oysters. Both dishes were fresh and delicious. Never had oysters with soy sauce but the combination was very palatable. My 16yo ordered the New York steak. The meat was cooked and seasoned wonderfully but too much fat. Tip: The restaurant brings out jicama with 3 hot sauces. Beware of the orange sauce, extremely spicy but extremely addicting. Also, there is no English menu and staff speaks limited English so good luck to those that do not speak or understand Spanish. Ambiance of the restaurant is very casual and relaxing with lots of greeneries that set a good vibe. I personally think the service could have been better since we had to track down another waiter after waiting 15 minutes for our server to return. There was also no refill on the craft of water or coffee. Nor did our server ask if we wanted more. The best part, our total bill came out to about $151USD. For this type of meal and culinary skill, it was very affordable. Overall, a real local gem!

    Great drinks

    Great food and great service the best are the drinks Un excelente lugar para comer y tomar excelnte comida y be isss y un gran servicio al cliente lo recomiendo

    Bone marrow tacos that were so good we almost ordered them a second time.
    Susan M.

    The owner here, Javier, is a gracious host that has set up a beautiful ambiance. With the large, old trees swaying in the breeze overhead, the bocci ball court on the deck below and a menu that can satisfy all food preferences, this place is a hit. We came to Ensenada last November and it's the only place we repeated except for Animalon. What draws us here is the bone marrow tacos. Four gigantic bones come with corn tortillas, a delicious pico de gallo finely chopped, carmelized red onions and a trio of hot sauces if you want them. Don't tell Javier, but in the states they would charge $20 and here it is $9. We also had the mushroom risotto which was rich and creamy, but the star was the seared, sliced duck breast on top. It was crispy, perfectly cooked and seasoned and made a great pairing. We split both and my husband and I both walked away full.

    Omg
    Justin T.

    Oh what a treat this place is! So happy we decided to try this place based on the recommendations of a couple friends who live down in Ensenada. Everything we had (Except the flank steak tacos) was amazing. We got tomahawk steaks, lamb risotto, shrimp pasta, octopus tacos, sashimi, ceviche, fried mushrooms, asparagus & 2 different deserts- we ordered a lot!! Everything we ordered was fantastic, really fantastic! I would definitely come back. The ambiance is nice, big open air with big 3 sections to eat at. The service was good & the waiter made good recommendations. If you're down in Ensenada & looking for a relatively upscale place that won't disappoint- look no further. Happy eating!

    Patio dining area

    Great vibe, good service, food good but not amazing. Grilled oysters gratinee were fantastic, but skirt steak tacos and pork loin in adobo just meh.. especially for the price. I might go again, but be much more strategic with my food choices.

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    Berenice A.

    De todo lo que pedimos estas dos cosas estaban muy ricas, lo demás o le faltaba sal o por ejemplo La jicama estaba seca o vieja, el lugar muy bonito pero la calidad de la comida no la mejor y el servicio fue pésimo, mucho personal para servicio así, la comida tardó mucho tiempo en salir. El mesero bueno peto la cocina no le ayudo, los platillos tardaron mucho. Otra cosa si el pescado dice viene con risotto por que lo traen con ensalada? No regresaría, caro y pérdida de tiempo.

    James V.

    Simply incredible. A truly enchanting, unforgettable dining experience. Hats off to Javier aka Javi and his team for what they've created. The location is magical. Hiding in plain sight behind concrete walls and a wine shop is an outdoor wonderland: gorgeous trees, string lights, and comfortable seating. The staff could not have been more warm and welcoming. Though it was our first time, we felt like regulars. Actually, we felt like family. Though there was a QR code menu, Javi asked how hungry we were and if we had any dietary restrictions. Then he chose two perfect dishes. 1) Grilled zucchini topped with feta, sun dried tomatoes, and olive oil. It was simply perfect. Tender, flavorful, delicate, and balanced. Light and delicious - the perfect way to start our meal. 2) Seabass: grilled to absolute perfection. As fresh as can be, well-seasoned, and paired with risotto and salad. The former was creamy, rich deliciousness and the lighter provided a great contrast to the other elements on the plate. By the way, you get a perfect side dish of jicama topped with spice and three distinct salsas to compliment your meal. 3) Dessert! corn cake. Sublime. Not too sweet or decadent. A perfect ending to the meal. It's hard to imagine someone not falling in love with this restaurant. A must-visit when in Ensenada. Cannot wait for our next visit so we can try more of the menu, enjoy the dining space, and of course, connect with the amazing staff. Thank you!

    Ahi tuna
    Melissa B.

    Great place for dinner with a big group in Ensenada, with a great outdoor space beneath some trees with large tables. They do family style and will bring you out a few of each dish based on how many people you have. Our waiter made suggestions for all of our dishes and did a great job with the amount of food and selections - we loved everything we ate! For food we got: - Ahi tuna: really amazing seasoning on the outside, a mix of blackened and sesame seeds, and seared slightly so not totally raw with a side salad - Brie quesadilla: never would have thought to put Brie into a quesadilla but it was delicious, one of my favorite items - Spinach and artichoke dip: this was almost like a deconstructed artichoke dip with the artichokes on top of tomatoes, cheese, and avocado with some type of oil and herb based sauce on top and bread to eat it with. It was very refreshing. - Fish: very light in an Asian inspired soy based sauce - Octopus tacos: people loved this and it comes on a fun build your own board, but I could eat because I'm allergic - Scallops: also a favorite of the night from the table - Sausage tacos: surprisingly very good although not the type of sausage I expected them to come with - more of a hot dog type of situation - Steak frites: fries had delicious seasoning and steak was also good but I'm not a huge steak person Drinks: - carajillo: very delicious with strong coffee, will definitely put a pep in your step! - Mezcal drink with cucumber and pineapple maybe: refreshing and tasty - Whiskey drink: some people got a purplish whiskey drink in a coupe glass that was also delicious Our table ordered plenty for the group of 10 and about 3 drinks each and it was such a reasonable price. Great vibes, food, service And would definitely come back!

    Boules pottery
    Ginevra A.

    Had an amazing time at Boules. We hung out with the owner and enjoyed a few yummy dishes, huitlacoche tacos, artichoke, tomato and avocado terrine and some lovely lamb chops. Nice atmosphere, friendly people. Can't wait to go back and have a game!

    Bone marrow
    Alex R.

    Good drinks. Good food. Good music. Good vibes. Good staff. Good views. Parking is bad. Will come again

    Honey Mae F.

    Tasty food, good service and very cozy. As a foreigner my husband and I often get confused/wonder what is written in the menu because we barely speak the language but adventurous enough to explore the area. The owner came to our rescue and explain the menu. A very friendly guy and accommodating! Gets 5 star in my book not only for accommodation but because the food is absolutely tasty!

    Azkaser C.

    What a great place. Excellent menu, something for everyone. Geat beer and cocktails. Make sure you make a reservation for your dining. Workers from servers to the owner (Javier) are pleasant.

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    Great food and ambiance. A hidden gem in Ensenada! Will definitely be returning on future trips!

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    Javier(so sweet, kind) helped us out from beginning to end and accommodated to my uptight vegan diet, haha!

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    Birrieria's La Guadalajara - Condiments were brought to the table upon our arrival.

    Birrieria's La Guadalajara

    (300 reviews)

    $$

    Trust me if you're in town try this place out. I always enjoy going where the locals go and just…read moreoff the main road this place is nestled. Lots of seating , friendly staff, fresh ingredients and delicious tacos. These were authentic, flavorful and pure goodness. Complimentary chips and salsa to start and although it was piping hot the consome was packed with flavor and a tad bit of spice. The meat so tender in the tacos. I ordered the birria taco plate 1 lamb 2 beef and I should have got 2 lamb. The cook was phenomenal the meat was so juicy and tender.

    This Birrieria came recommended by our fellow Yelp community. Located central of Ensenada and near…read moremarketplaces and shopping centers. I came here during lunch hour on a Monday and it seemed moderately busy. Quite the cozy place, very comfortable and it was decorated with Christmas decor. I was seated quickly, and my order was taken efficiently. Chips and salsa quickly came out along with the condiments I would later use on my meal. Overall, I received excellent table service. The focus of this restaurant is on Birria, both beef and lamb. There isn't a variety of other Mexican dishes here such as enchiladas, burritos or seafood. There is instead a plethora of ways to eat the Birria including tacos, quesa-birria, and stew bowls only in beef or lamb. No chicken or vegetarian options available. I ordered the lamb Birria, which came in a standard sized bowl. The portions were modest, and the ratio from broth to chunks of meat was reasonable. While this place was highly rated, I found my meal to be average in both size and taste. When it comes to this delicious dish, I am a bit of a connoisseur, and I've had birria in different parts of Mexico, including Mexicali, Guadalajara, Ensenada and outside of Mexico- restaurants throughout Los Angeles and all the way up to northern California. This was not the best tasting birria I have experience up-to-date but it also was not disappointing. The flavors were standard and fair yet not memorable. I would recommend this establishment. Tip: my usual order at these places is the stew in a bowl with a side of corn tortillas. For those with larger appetites, I would suggest ordering the same thing, but consider adding one-to-two quesa-Birrias to reach satisfaction. I would return here but also leave my options open to try the competition.

    La Comadre Taquería - Tortillas

    La Comadre Taquería

    (53 reviews)

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    Be sure to ask how much everything costs before ordering. The guy standing outside who seats you…read moremay try to overcharge. He tried getting me to order me guacamole and chips, I asked how much, he said $14 USD, I declined yet he still tried to bring it to my table which I declined a second time. Payment is cash only (USD accepted). That said, the tacos were delicious. The meats were marinated so well and were addicting. The tortillas were handmade and had an excellent texture. Prices might not be the cheapest but it's worth it for a great meal.

    While all the cruise ship passengers are getting their drink on at Papas & Beer (we started there)…read moresave your appetite and head a block away to La Comadre for some of the best tacos you'll ever have. It's not hard to find, but unlike so any other options, it's not loud or flashy. We weren't ushered in by some guy on the street promising "the best" of anything. It's small, but clean.. you order at the counter.. my wife and I were the only gringos in there, and we don't speak Spanish. We were quickly presented with a sample plate of all the meats available for their tacos. The wife and I each got a Birria taco and I also got a chicken taco with some of the best Mole sauce I've ever had. They had a table set up in back with all the fixings and salsas you could ask for and the tacos came with beans and rice. We grabbed a bottle of water from the cooler, and the whole meal came to $13 with a tip!!! I mean, that's an unbelievable value for your money. The tacos were incredible. The beans and rice were delicious and the corn tortillas were homemade and some of the best we've ever had. The wife and I often use Yelp! to find places exactly like this, and once again, it did not disappoint. If you're in Ensenada do yourself a favor and skip all the hype spots and go find this place for some amazing food at incredible prices!!

    El Güero Mariscos

    El Güero Mariscos

    (47 reviews)

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    Omg I love Mariscos and this spot did not disappoint. It's a small vendor posted outside on the…read morestreet with a bunch of guys, basically in an assembly line, slanging seafood. The long lines meant - it was so good and worth the wait. Honestly, it wasn't too long. My friend and I ordered 1 tostada each. She got the aguachiles and I the Guera. Great portions packed with flavor. I went back for oysters, which they shuck right in front of you. There were so many chile bottles to choose from. They also had some dark "crack" sauce that I chose to put on. I'm no sabo so I no sabo what the salsa was but it was delicious. Spicy, tangy, umami. Muyyyy ricooooo

    During our first cruise stop in Ensenada while walking back from our lunch stop back to the ship,…read morewe noticed the large crowds gathered around El Guero Mariscos. Thus we made a point to stop by for food during our second cruise stop in Ensenada, 4 days later. We discovered the large crowds were not in line waiting, but were instead enjoying their ceviche and other cold seafood while standing up. It made for a festive atmosphere, definitely ramping up the enjoyment of really great tasting seafood. The food stall is located facing the main road of Ensenada (walking distance from the cruise port) and is separated into two parts: the front serving seafood tostadas and the back serving cocktails and aquachiles. Each had different lines, with a common guy accepting payment after delivery. They have been doing this for a while (1981?) and things are efficient. I wanted one thing, which was the mixed cocktail with all the seafood available (campechano, a word I've come to love since moving to the LA area). They have 4 sizes from chico ($105) to jumbo ($360). The seafood mix is diced together ahead of time to save on time, and are mostly diced pretty fine. The mix is prepared fresh though, and was ready in about a minute. It was excellent, refreshing and just the right amount for me. I had wanted to try the seafood cocktail again from La Guerrerense (another nearby famous seafood stand), so that was our first stop during our second visit to Ensenada in 5 days. We then visited other sites in the area, saving El Guero for the end before we headed back to the ship. As expected the cocktail from Guerrerense was very good, but this version from El Guero was even better....better selection of seafood, and more finely mixed to give a better representation of the different textures of the freshness. That would make it the best seafood cocktail I've ever enjoyed.

    Muelle 3 - Beer & gin

    Muelle 3

    (125 reviews)

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    Excelent food and great ambiance! You MUST make a…read morereservation or risk not making it. Service is excellent too. Wine selection is limited but very good

    While walking on the Malecon, we checked if Muelle3 has room for 4 hungry guests and fortunately,…read moreonly one table was occupied. The last time my friends attempted to eat here, the restaurant was full and it will take at least a 30 minute wait to get seated. Today, the 21st of November was our lucky day as we were craving the freshest ceviche Ensenada has to offer and experiencce the five star rating Muelle 3 was known for. Our party of 4 chose to sit outside to eat lunch on this cool, cloudy Friday afternoon and be exposed to the sights and sounds of this busy commercial and fishing port. Within minutes of getting settled, our free appetizer - Tortilla Espanola and a plate full of lemon & lime slices with an oyster shell-full of sea salt and chili powder occupied the center of our table. Then came the Ceviche de la casa. A winner in my book of ceviches! Plus a coaster-sized, fresh off the pan tortilla chips gave it a unique serving style. We had to order another bowl of tortillas because eating ceviche without it just won't be the same. The Calamar frito were perefectly breaded, without excess flour and grease in every bite. Another winner! Last but not the least is the Pasta de Mar with the clams of different sizes and pre-cut scallops in the their shell. Muy Delicioso! More hungry patrons started arriving and we still got prompt service. I will make it a point to grab a satisfying seafood dish or two here the next time I visit Ensenada whether by car or by cruise ship.

    Boules - mexican - Updated May 2026

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