Looking for a place that's open and fun? Look no further. Seems like a shrine to Shakira. Terrific…read moreambience, low lighting, fun loud juke box. The staff are friendly and happy to keep refilling the jukebox, with lots of Shakira, haha. $2 beer along with free pool (two tables) and music to dance. To access you need to climb some metal stairs ala New York fire escape. Totally worth a stop for some fun. Ohh and a great little patio too.

An absolute gem of a little bar.Use the metal stairs out front to get access.Cool pool…read moretable-free.There's a juke box regularly stoked up by the barmaid who's very friendly and only speaks Spanish. They clearly love Latina artist Shakira here-hence the posters and dedicated jukebox. While away a few hours here -knock down some balls,beers and shots in the friendly atmosphere.

I don't know how this place has 4 stars! We dropped in there and it was empty. There was a guy…read moreworking there that was wasted. He could barely talk. I ordered chicken tacos and what came out was cold unseasoned chicken on white rice in a tortilla. I have had a lot of Mexican food in my life and I have never seen a chicken taco with white jasmine rice. My wife ordered a cheese quesadilla, couldn't eat it. Might be a great place for the locals but if you're looking for a decent meal, drive past this one.

Went there with a couple friends. Bar was empty but that made it even better. Sat on the patio…read moresoaking up the sun while looking out at the ocean. The bartender let us Bluetooth our own playlist while she served us cold ones. Great dive bar!

Came here Saturday August 2nd for their beer & food festival. Enjoyed some beers from other…read morevendors, then spent some time on Solazo's upstairs patio (less crowded since most people were by the vendors out back). $2 for ice cold Tecates with great, quick bar service. Bar is cash only. Had lots of fun, the back outside patio was packed but they have plenty of seating (indoor, covered upstairs outside patio, and a large back patio area with sun and shade).

Great place - Fun atmosphere! Staff is friendly nice and attentive. The owner is the nicest guy…read moreon the planet. We highly recommend this place. The taco truck food was so incredible- handmade tortillas and fresh ingredients. The best bar in Rosorito!!!!!

3.5 stars. On the…read moredrive down to La Misión I saw the sign for this place & thought it was an actual halfway house, but turns out its name is a reference to the fact it's located halfway bet'n Rosarito & Ensenada. First things first: ignore the menu, just ask Chef Johnny what he's got & let him do his thing. A lot of times they don't have what's on the menu so you're kind of wasting your time by choosing. We had had ribeye with a red wine demi-glace that was quite good, and fish "mojo de ajo" (with butter & garlic) that was better. Each came with a small baked potato (just the right size) and some veggies that were OK. Dinner included a tortilla soup that I was told was OK and a Caesar salad with very fresh baby Romaine and an eggy dressing. The made-to order guac was OK, but I think they put mayo in it so the avo taste got kind of lost. The chips were tasty (freshly-made) but the "salsa" was a ton of tomatoes with a few onions, not really notable. Chef Johnny once cooked for the President of Mexico; these days he lives in a trailer next to the restaurant with his wife and cooks mostly what he wants. He came out to our table & I had a great conversation with him; he's very passionate about being happy and doing what he wants and it seems to be working for him. The dude can sing, too; he's got a terrific voice & if you ask him he might croon you a tune or two. He's certainly a character and a good guy. There's a full bar and first thing you notice is they allow smoking, unlike in the States. The room is nice but nothing spectacular, and the service is attentive and friendly. Worth a visit if you're in the area.

I had hesitated to go in as it looked deserted. The food was wonderfully simple and fresh and the…read moreback deck is great

Hussong's Cantina is a living piece of Baja history. You don't come here for polish or trends --…read moreyou come for atmosphere, stories soaked into the walls, and cold beers served exactly the way they should be. This place feels authentic in the best sense: loud, lively, unpretentious, and timeless. Grab a beer, soak in the energy, and let the room do the talking. It's the kind of bar where generations have passed through, and it shows -- proudly. Friendly service, great vibes, and an unmistakable sense of place. If you're in Ensenada and want to experience something real, Hussong's isn't just a stop -- it's required.

Just okay. This is a true dive bar, complete with peanut shells on the floor and birds wandering…read morearound looking for snacks. The service wasn't great -- it honestly felt like we were bothering the bartender. We ordered a couple of beers, hung out for a bit, and then decided to leave and look for something better. There's also security at the door who pats you down before entering. The bar was pretty empty when we visited. Prices were average, but you can definitely find better ambiance and cheaper beers elsewhere. They also don't offer free Wi‑Fi. With so many other options in town, I'd recommend choosing a different spot.

Charley's is a gem just south of Rosarito town center (by car) and a must if you are looking for…read moregood food, good people, and fun karaoke down in Baja! On the menu they are known for their firey hot molcajete meals loaded with shrimp and/or beef and plenty of side dishes to feed the whole table. One of the new owners even came up and introduced himself to us. Great service!

If you're near Rosarito this place is worth going to. It's a very interesting place. You can eat…read moreupstairs (And you should) it has a bar but also restaurant seating. From upstairs you can see the ocean. This place attracts locals & expat's alike and features karaoke on the weekends. We didn't come on a weekend, we came on a Monday and the place just had a few locals at the bar when we arrived for dinner. The food was really good, we tried too many things because the serving size is HUGE on some dishes like the shrimp molcajete & the carne asada Quesadilla. Either dish could be split between two people. My favorite thing was the fish taco and I could probably eat 2 or 3 if that's all I ordered. Bottom line the food was really good- the ambiance is kinda corky but I liked it. Our waitress was really nice although I wish we would have been warned as to how much food we were ordering- we simply couldn't finish a lot of it! All that said I will definitely go back when in the area, as I mentioned the fish tacos are fantastic! Recommended!! Happy eating!

I stumbled into this bar with my aunt and BFF who were visiting during the Baja Beach Fest. The…read moreservice was fast and friendly. The drink special was 2 margaritas for $5 and they also have 2 fish tacos (delicious) for $5. Also on the menu is Mac n cheese and chicken and waffles. Delicious bar food and strong drinks are the best combination.

This place was super close to our airbnb - walking distance from rosarito shores…read more We just got to rosarito from la and checked in. We were hungry and wanted something easy no fuss. My bf and I both got the fish tacos, they were delicious I ordered a strawberry margarita and it was super sweet (like strawberry syrup) and hardly any tequila - hence the 4 stars. I ordered a second shot to pour in it. That helped a lil. Service was cool and the fish tacos were good. Next time I'd prob order something on the rocks over a frozen drink.

You've got linoleum floors, quarts of Tecate for $2.50, a jukebox with songs you probably don't…read moreknow, the occasional dice game, and zero gringos, except when I'm there. This is a beer-only hall, where the choices are regular-size-bottle and caguama (quart) of Tecate, in rojo or azul (rojo is the red-labeled regular Tecate, and azul is blue-labeled Tecate light, for those watching their girlish figures). There appears to be wine available in a massive jug The locals will stare at you, then smile, then introduce themselves. By evening, El Pirata has a fun and friendly crew of people in their 30s-60s just hanging out. By day, I've been there with 75 others all dressed as pirates, but that's another story. El Pirata is right around the corner from Papas and Beer, Hussongs, and all your touristy drinkups -- yet exists in another world, in another land, and in another time, a time long before cruise ships began spilling thousands of day-trippers into the town. It's a little hard to find, especially at night, as there's no lit-up sign and just a doorway. Check it out, mateys, and bring your friends, but don't tell everyone.

This was everything the reviews state it is and delicious well presented plates of food. The…read moreservice was excellent and worked with us not knowing Spanish. We got the mixed ceviche and fish on potato slices. We destroyed them. House wine was good and the industrial setting was perfect. Very comfortable

Thankful we stopped here. It was a bit difficult to find but worth the search. Sipping on mezcal…read morethere was a highlight of our visit.

My mom has been raving about this place and I was able to finally go eat here. Honestly I wasn't…read moreexpecting it to be as good as it was. I'm glad that it was a much better experience than what I expected. The restaurant is two stories high and has a beautiful view of the ocean. I also loved all the Mexican decor and how bright and spacious it was. The food was delicious!! The lobster was my favorite, really meaty and tasty! I ordered their special which comes with a fried fish, lobster, shrimp, beans, soup, salad, a margarita and freshly made flour tortillas! I couldn't believe the amount of food the special order had. The service was amazing! They welcomed us with a big smile, the food was out quickly and someone was always there for anything we needed. We will be back soon!

If you are looking for delicious, with a great view and reasonably priced this is the spot! So many…read moreother places are pricey down here now. We have been coming here for 25 years and we bring different friends and it has never let us down! So perfect! Highly Recommend! It is not the fanciest, it's a bit rustic but for the price and flavor we love it! Get the lobster special and it comes with a margarita, beans, rice, fresh flour tortillas, limes, drawn butter, and salsa. So delicious, traditional, and filling. The menu has other seafood and non seafood items. Sometimes a mariachi or a norteño banda will play. Tip: ask the singers how much they charge per song before you start requesting. Some charge between $10-$20 per song. It gets hot in the downstairs deck so bring a hat, sunglasses, and a coverup. They do have a tarp that covers partially. But you cannot beat the sun and the salt air! Service is always wonderful! Same staff has been there forever! Parking: When you pull up to the front they usually have a few spaces reserved for the restraint we always tip the parking guy. He watches to ensure your car is safe. They have indoor seating upstairs with a good view. But I like outside better! I wish I could give 4.5 stars because we love it but some upgrades are needed, some walls are insider construction. Clean restrooms.