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    Chewins

    3.4 (52 reviews)
    ModerateSeafood

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    CHEWINS ATMOSPHERE

    What's the vibe?
    Casual
    Moderate noise
    Good for groups
    Outdoor seating

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    Pescado Sarandeado
    David P.

    Chewins es Chewins k mas puedo decir. Buena comida Chewins is Chewins what else can I say. Good food

    Grilled cheese Octopus taco.  Super tender meat.
    Shane S.

    This is my favorite restaurant in Mexico. The food tastes great, they have the best Michalada I have ever had, hands down, and the prices are rediculously low. Last week 3 of us went there and had the following for $40 dollars: 1. Huge michalada, 2 lemonades and a shot of tequila. 2. 3 large Chewins grilled fish filets (has some kind of Baja sauce, cheese and shrimp on top of the fish) 3. 1 octopus and 1 marlin grilled cheese taco 4. 12 raw chocolate clams on the half shell. This would easily be a $80 dollar meal in the states. The service was impeccable and fast. There was like 15 servers. The open wood fire grills and everything else about this place just puts a huge smile on my face every time I go.

    Pescado Sarandeado estilo Chewin
    Martin S.

    This place was highly recommended to me, but to be honest I was not impressed. The service was slow... They only serve one kind of beer (Tecate Light)... The pescado Sarandeado was average to me, but was not a fan of the toppings. Cheese and sauces tasted cheap. I tried the Marlin Fish Tacos and i was not a fan of them either. Maybe that just wasn't my kind of taste? But I felt like it was overly fishy tasting? But again, overall I was not impressed.

    Look from second floor, they have a play area.
    Marcos R.

    This is honestly an A-Ok place, nothing very impressive. The Grilled Fish is not very good a little bit dry. The aguachile is not very spicy. My parents recommend the Marlin Tacos == En verdad es un lugar bastante promedio y no creo nada especial. El pescado sarandeado no me sorprendio y se supone es la especialidad, en mi opinión estaba algo seco. Mis papas pidieron el taco de Marlin y dicen que estaba muy rico.

    Salmon a la Chewin
    Cesia C.

    If you're in TJ, this place is a must!!!! The fish is to die for, make sure to order it "Chewin" style! That means you get melted cheese and shrimp on top. We order both the fish and salmon a la Chewin style. And we get quesadillas a la Chewin. Yummy cheese and shrimp and a side salad. Hope you enjoy!

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    5 months ago

    Always looking forward to this restaurant when I visit Tijuana. Never a miss and always delicious

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    5 years ago

    Stars reflect the service provided. Sent food back (asked for no cheese), however food came back extremely salty. Beware.

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    9 years ago

    The food is good buuuuut the service is getting worse. Plus i swear the shrimps were bigger and tasted better before.

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    9 years ago

    Weak too much cheap tasting cheese on food nasty compared to other spots, negro Durazo is the spot!! Try it

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    11 years ago

    Gf is from Sinoloa and turned me onto the marlin tacos here. Awesome seafood

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    10 years ago

    Bar far my fav spot for Micheladas and aguachile. Here basically every weekend! Great prices and very good taste.

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    Place is not fancy at all service is slow evrything taste about the same the concept of bbq salmon is ok but nothing to rave about

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    Omg I love this place the pescado sarandiado is so delish and the quesadilla de marlin is to die for.

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    Los Arcos

    Los Arcos

    4.5(304 reviews)
    6.2 kmLa Chapu (Chapultepec)
    $$

    Amazing experience from the moment we were greeted by the receptionist at Los Arcos. The staff was…read morewelcoming, and our server took the time to recommend some of the restaurant's customer favorites, which did not disappoint. The food, service, and overall atmosphere were outstanding. We'll definitely be back and highly recommend Los Arcos to anyone reading this review! Increíble experiencia desde el momento en que fuimos recibidos por la recepcionista en Los Arcos. El personal fue acogedor, y nuestro camarero se tomó el tiempo de recomendar algunos de los favoritos de los clientes del restaurante, que no decepcionaron. La comida, el servicio y el ambiente en general fueron excepcionales. ¡Definitivamente volveremos y recomendamos encarecidamente Los Arcos a cualquiera que lea esta reseña!

    We came for a company lunch and are very happy with the services and food!…read more The restaurant is nicely decorated. Cozy and warm lighting with soft music in the background. It has also spacious seatings and airy. Very welcoming setting. Services were attentive and efficient for our group of 19 people. They have a vast menu both in Spanish and English upon request. We order appetizers, taco, and hot dishes. Everyone praised the freshness of the seafood and perfect seasoning of the dishes. It is the perfect place for big events or a nice family dining experience.

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    Los Arcos - The entrance

    The entrance

    Los Arcos - Taco and ceviche

    Taco and ceviche

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    Sangria

    Lion Fish - Fresh oysters - the quality (the size and visual) of oysters were disappointing

    Lion Fish

    4.4(499 reviews)
    7.2 kmZona Río
    $$

    I came here on a Sunday around 9:30 PM, shortly before they closed at 10 PM. Despite arriving late,…read morewe were seated quickly. The restaurant is a large space with both indoor and outdoor seating, and the atmosphere is really cute and inviting. The service was excellent. Our waiter was attentive and checked on us throughout the meal. He even had a portable charger available for my phone, which was very convenient. What we ordered: *Aguachile Reina: This was delicious and had a little kick to it. If you're sensitive to spice, this might not be the best choice, but for those who enjoy a little spice, it's a great option. *Rock Shrimp: Absolutely phenomenal. This was probably one of my favorites of the night. The flavors were amazing, and the shrimp was cooked perfectly. *Tuna Tartare: Another delicious dish. The portion size was generous, and they bring out chips to enjoy with it. We also enjoyed tequila on the rocks. They have a large liquor and cocktail menu. The food came out in less than 10 minutes, and everything tasted fresh. This is definitely a spot I'd recommend checking out when you're in the area. It's conveniently located just across the border, making it an easy stop for great food, good service, and a fun atmosphere.

    I had a great experience at Lion Fish! I was waiting on my dog during a vet appointment nearby, so…read moreI ended up hanging out here for almost four hours, and the staff couldn't have been more accommodating. They never made me feel rushed and were incredibly kind the entire time. The hamachi tostada was absolutely delicious, definitely the highlight of my meal. The shrimp taco was good, but it didn't stand out quite as much as the tostada. Even with a bit of a language barrier, every server and staff member was so friendly, patient, and welcoming. The service really made the experience. I'd definitely come back the next time I'm in Tijuana.

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    Lion Fish - Open kitchens

    Open kitchens

    Lion Fish - Baked oysters

    Baked oysters

    Lion Fish - Entrance area, dining

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    Entrance area, dining

    Villa Marina - Marinated Grilled Octopus

    Villa Marina

    4.2(158 reviews)
    6.2 kmZona Río
    $$

    Villa Marina, has been on my Tijuana radar and I finally was able to make it happen. The magnet to…read moreget here, was that I recently discovered they were the only restaurant that was advertising Puerto Nuevo lobster. So I got there on my first evening, and that's what I ordered. It took about 40 minutes to get to the table, but once it arrived, it was beautifully presented cooked optimally. The portion seemed a little smaller than I expected (came in only one 600 gm size). The lobster that was split in half sat on a moist bed of Spanish rice, came with refried beans and freshly grilled vegetables. See my pictures. The freshly made thin tortillas were superb, but one had to be careful or they would dry soon. After you finish, they give you an apperetiv, in a small cylindrical crystal glass. Basically, think of it like Kahlúa with milk, vanilla and ice. It was fantastic. The chips and salsas that preluded the main order were also superb. It is rarely and not always, that I go back to the same restaurant when I'm on a short trip. On top of that the next day? Yes, here it had to be the exception. So this second time, I was here to try the fish soup (exceptional) and the grilled loin of red snapper. I've heard of a pork loin, a beef loin, but this was a first. The entree is a large portion. A thick, succulent, colorful, well charred and grilled portion of seafood, with firm texture and spicy taste. Service here was high class, on both occasions. Two exceptional and hard to forget dining visits, in Tijuana. Wow.

    ​This is a lovely restaurant with warm, attentive service, but the food and drinks were a mixed bag…read morefor me. ​The presentation across the board was beautiful, but several dishes lacked depth of flavor. I eat aguachile quite frequently, so I was really looking forward to the aguachiles, but the aguachile negro completely missed the mark--it lacked the punch and sabor you look for in a great marinade. On the other hand, the camarón y pulpo al olivo was lovely; my own expectations had leaned toward a different Peruvian-Mexican profile, but that was on me. ​The biggest disappointment was the bar program. The cocktails tasted mostly like fruit juice with barely any liquor presence, which is tough to justify at these price points. ​Overall, I enjoyed the visit and appreciated the hospitality, but given the hype, I left feeling like I missed whatever makes this a true "must-dine" destination.

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    Villa Marina - Inside

    Inside

    Villa Marina - Guava Spritz

    Guava Spritz

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    Baja Fish Taco & Burgers - Fresh handmade tacos with carne asada, chicken, al pastor and house-made guacamole--perfect for catering and events.

    Baja Fish Taco & Burgers

    4.1(11 reviews)
    50.1 kmRancho Penasquitos

    Absolutely one of the best taco catering companies in San Diego. They did a wonderful job at our…read morehome for a birthday party. Very professional, excellent service and the fish tacos were phenomenal. Cannot thank them enough. Highly recommended.

    I am sorry to say they let me down big time! This was for a rehearsal dinner for my son's wedding…read morein our backyard. 45 people. I met them at the wedding venue on a vendor day. They had a beautiful display of their shrimp tacos with wonderful toppings. I was sold. I thought I had chosen a caterer that would elevate the taco experience. Everything they promised wasn't delivered from sending the wrong appetizers, flimsy plates to serve the food, NO toppings for the shrimp tacos, no signage saying the 3 types of tacos to choose from, etc. The gentleman and girls serving the food were friendly and professional, however they had no idea of what they were supposed to be serving. When I asked them, he just replied that's what they sent us with. I think Ricardo feels terrible, but after talking with him, he had no idea of what happened, like he did the sales, but whoever executes the food wasn't him. He did refund part of my fee, however, I have to warn others, because they really let me down, it's not something that can be fixed. Be careful if you use them.

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    Baja Fish Taco & Burgers - On-site taco bar catering for a large outdoor event in San Diego, serving fresh, hot food to guests.

    On-site taco bar catering for a large outdoor event in San Diego, serving fresh, hot food to guests.

    Baja Fish Taco & Burgers - Mixed fries

    Mixed fries

    Baja Fish Taco & Burgers - Clean and professional catering setup with our food truck on-site--big or small, we've got you covered for private and corporate events.

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    Clean and professional catering setup with our food truck on-site--big or small, we've got you covered for private and corporate events.

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