The food and service was exceptional. Affordable as well. We tried the birria de rez and it did not…read moredisappoint!

Delicious birria. Down-to-Earth service for out-of-this-world taste. We tried lamb, beef and pork…read morebirria tacos. All were wonderful, but we ordered more of the beef! Drinks were good, too! Skip the tourist traps and head straight for the good stuff. Can't wait to return the next time we find ourselves enjoying Ensenada!

10 stars! People of Reddit said this was a must try in Ensanada. They weren't lying. I already want…read moreto go back for more! We got to the cart right when they opened. We were able to watch Doña Sabina and team prepare the fresh seafood for the day. We honestly didn't know which tostadas to pick.. so we went with the Top 3. I don't think any would be a bad choice. It was a perfect bite each time! We had no idea what's in the Singapur but damn that was delicious! No Reservations: Season 8, Episode 7 RIP Anthony Bourdain

La Guerrerense is an absolute Ensenada classic and lives up to all the hype. The tostadas are…read moreincredible--fresh, bold, and packed with flavor. Every bite is perfectly balanced and clearly made with care and experience. It's easy to see why this spot is so well known and why Anthony Bourdain put it on the map. Simple, authentic street food done at the highest level. A must-visit in Ensenada and one of the best food experiences you can have there.

Absolutely the best restaurant in Ensenada. Love the guacamole made to our liking at our table…read more Margaritas are so good and the meat is cooked to perfection. Staff are so welcoming and provide excellent service. 10 stars plus

We recently gave this restaurant a try and so far this is by far one of the best in Ensenada…read more My husband had the suckling pig which was so tender and tasty, I had the chicken mole which was delicious the mole was perfectly seasoned not too sweet or to spicy just nicely done with perfect amount of of both. We also had the Bone marrow which were so large and generous! Wow the grilled flavor was too die for! Can't wait to go back and try more on our next visit

This place was bookmarked by my bf as a place to try while in Ensenada. We just had a massage and…read moreour driver dropped us off here. We were told that this was not a tourist spot but a place frequented by locals. The menu was simple, shrimp or fish tacos. They actively fry the food in front of you, so you know it's fresh. Then you have a plethora of toppings and various sauces to dress your tacos. Most people are standing when they're eating. Luckily we scored a table, which is one of three. Ambiance is unassuming, much like many of the street tacos stands in Ensenada. Love the freshness and variety of toppings. Definitely a place to check out when you're in Ensenada.

This was a really good spot for fried fish and fried shrimp tacos. It's a little bit out of the…read moreways from downtown Ensenada, but it is totally worth the trip. It's about a quick 15 minute brisk walk from downtown. I preferred the shrimp tacos over the fish, but both really good. The shrimp were a little bit crispy which I loved. The bonus is that you can fix it up however you want. They give various options of toppings including lettuce, radish, and different type of salsas. I would definitely come back to the spot.

We were wanting to try out octopus ceviche and this popped as a place that had it! They have…read moreoutdoor and indoor seating, I prefer outdoor since the weather was super nice! I liked that they have colorful flags outdoors, which lent to the open and casual feel of this restaurant while also incorporating the Mexican culture. The waiter spoke English and was able to explain the menu. For drinks, I chose the Berry Sangria. This came in a huge glass! Loved the layering of this drink. I also ordered the Tamarind Margarita, which was darker than anticipated. Definitely had a tamarind forward flavor. I also had the oysters , which was nice and meaty but it wasn't as cold as I would like. I also tried the Ceviche De La Casa which had tuna, clams, octopus and tuna. This came accompanied with a bag of tostadas and four types of sauces. I loved the fact that you can adjust the flavoring of your ceviches with the available salsas including bottled ones that are brought to the table! I've never had this type of ceviche before and I was pleasantly surprised with different types of seafood that tasted fresh and vibrant. Definitely a great place to visit that wasn't overly crowded. I'd definitely visit again!

I visited La Cevichería Oyster Bar in Ensenada, México [Alvarado 285] on Monday, 05/18/26, around…read more12:00 PM. I was so excited to come here because I was on the hunt for a restaurant that served Aguachile! Options for the Aguachiles included Negro, Rojo, or Verde. I opted for the Aguachile Verde. The entire dish was so refreshingly light and palatable. I was obsessed with the taste of the fresh shrimp, cucumber, and red onion, all soaked in the tasty verde sauce and Tajín. It paired so well with the tostadas. It was also priced reasonably at MX$325, equivalent to about $19. The portion and abundance of the Aguachile were plentiful, as I was full when I finished. The ambiance of the restaurant was beautifully inviting and vibrant. I loved the presentation of the colorful, decorative papel picado flags, which added to the celebration of Mexican culture. The atmosphere was amazingly festive as a whole. The customer service was welcoming and friendly. Overall, La Cevichería Oyster Bar did not disappoint with the incredible Aguachile. I highly recommend coming here for that or any seafood dish that you're craving.

Having gone to the famous mariscos street food stand that is La Guerrerense Carreta on a previous…read morevisit to Ensenada, and eating seafood tostadas standing up with my brother in a street alley while having various juices dribbling down my chin, I knew how good the seafood tostadas here could be. But figured I needed a better way to eat it while visiting Ensenada again with my wife. So this time, went to the nearby sister restaurant, Sabina. It's named for the owner of the original food stand, and there are a lot of pictures of her with other celebrities who appreciated her talent in creating seafood combinations. The Michelin Bib Gourmand restaurant is within walking distance from the cruise port, and is located in an area with a lot of other restaurants and shops. We came there soon after it opened around 10 am, and had the choice of indoor or outdoor seating. We showed that we were coming from California, by choosing indoor seating. We were given colorful menus and suggestions. We also got complementary chips and salsa, with 4 different varieties of her famous salsas being served. I tried all four of them, and two of them were way too hot, even in moderation. I did really like the green salsa, which tasted more like a simple guacamole. It also came with thinly slices of lime...each small slice producing so much more juice than any lime we get in California. My wife doesn't like raw seafood, so chose garlic shrimp (Caramones al Mojo de Ajo for Mex$405). There were plenty of jumbo headless, shell-on white shrimp, with the butter sauce being very light and not too garlicky. It came with a very good rice pilaf and sauteed vegetables (mostly squash which neither of us are a fan of). I went with 3 choices from the 5 selection 'Champion' list: 1. Erizo con Almeja (Sea Urchin with Clam for Mex$230) - winner of LA Street Food Fest 2011 for Best Original Showmanship 2. Caracol con Lajas de Caracol (Mixed Ceviche with Sea Snail for Mex$209) - winner of LA Street Food Fest 2012 for Best in Show 3. Singapur (Mex$209) - winner of LA Street Food Fest 2013 for unknown category). All three were piled high with fresh seafood, embellished with perfectly ripe avocado slices. None of them needed additional salsa, but adding a squeeze of lime enhanced. My favorite was the Singapore and would try the other two tostadas on the winners list the next time. The best way would be to order all the tostadas and split amongst a group of 4 or 5 friends (there are 6 other special tostadas and you can also create your own with the fresh seafood ingredients). Got two bottles of water (Mex$75 each...not cheap) and a local beer (Vera Niega Mexican Ale, a bottle being Mex$110) that was excellent. Service was attentive and friendly throughout, with multiple servers (Horacio and Antonio) attending to us, all trying to make sure we had a good time. Credit cards are accepted, using a modern tableside POS, and I was happy to pay a gratuity over what is customary. Bathrooms are modern, with individual stalls (most of them gender neutral) all sharing a nice common set of sinks. My wife and I left in fine spirits and it was beginning to fill up more as we left (all dining al fresco, of course). Dining at the nearby original food cart is worth the initial experience, but there is something to having food this good in a sit-down restaurant. Sabina is that place.

Overall an okay experience…read more Aside from being seated, service was really good. I thought it was strange that it would take 15-20 min for food, especially since most of it was ceviche (is it not already prepared?) Pricing is definitely tourist pricing. We spent $185 for 6 people, about 8 tostadas (which were way bigger than we expected), 3 fish tacos, and 3 drinks. The seafood is definitely fresh and some of the flavors are unique. We ordered about 6 different tostadas and we all ended up liking the fish taco the best. Good for sit down but definitely plan to wait, not ideal for big parties.

Pros: Good location and parking…read moreBroad menu Lots of places nearby to taste other things Huge tacos and generous mewt amounts Reasonable prices for the location and size Cons: Pretty salty and very greasy / oily even by Mexican standards No grilled taco options at all. Also common for many places. Very limited seating. You may need to take to go if come at a busy time Depends on what you like :)

We came here on our food tour to try out their popular tuna ceviche. I was expecting raw tuna since…read moreI'm used to ceviche having raw fish, but this one was cooked tuna, and had more of a roasted and smoky flavored sauce, rather than fresh citrus juices. It was definitely different than a typical ceviche so I can see why it's popular. They also provide three different chili oil sauces that you can add on top. It wasn't too spicy but definitely added some great flavor. I wish they gave chips instead of one tostada though because I ran out before I finished my ceviche. We finished off the spicy meal with some refreshing cucumber lemonade which definitely hit the spot! There aren't many seats here but luckily we came when it wasn't too busy so we were able to sit right at the bar while they prepared our food.

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.

Been coming here for over a decade. The taco de guisado make this place stand out - the mole and…read morechicharrones en salsa verde are my favourites, but I also like the salsa rojo (but that is seriously hot!)

Good food, just like it is supposed to be eaten. On the street, from a cart, and with flavor.read more

Not what it used to be. Very disappointed they've chosen speed over quality. It's so sad to see…read moresuch an icon but truly disappointing. I've had to ask them to put more lemon. Can you believe it? Mariscos in Baja that need more lemon that wasn't marinated enough wow.

If you're looking for the best coffee in Ensenada, Xcaanda is a must. Warm, welcoming service and…read moreseriously high-quality coffee. Their specialty lattes stand out, especially the Prehispánico with hoja santa and sal de guano unique and memorable. You can tell there's real intention behind everything they do. I had the chance to meet Yael and Alberto, who shared the story behind the shop and their coffee their great hospitality that takes the experience to another level. Highly recommend. Saludos desde Zimatlán de Álvarez, Oaxaca.

I was looking for a cool coffee shop in the area to sit and relax in, and luckily I found Xcaanda!…read moreThe staff speak both English and Spanish, care about their customers, and are super friendly. I ordered the Mocha del Valle, which was rich and flavorful. The latte art was also beautiful! Highly recommend! There are a few tables inside and outside for customers to sit in, and the interior is trendy and airy. This is a perfect spot to unwind and get caffeinated!