Food was a 10/10. Service was great also, super friendly and quick. We did go a bit early so it wasn't busy but overall ambiance was nice! read more

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I'll admit, we probably would've never stumbled upon Ensenada by Martin if it weren't for Great Wolf Lodge next door! Sure, the lodge has its own dining options, but why settle for resort food when you can literally walk 5 minutes next door and have a plethora of restaurants to choose from?! We didn't know what to expect but were craving Mexican seafood. There were four of us, two being pint-sized humans with surprisingly healthy appetites. So naturally, we ordered FOUR dishes because I eat like a monster and hate sharing my food! Here's what we got: -Al Pastor Burrito ($18) -- This thing was the size AND weight of a newborn baby! -Ceviche ($20) -- The only normal-sized dish of the bunch. -Pescado al Mojo de Ajo ($21.50) -- A whole fried fish with delicious garlicky flavors! -Pescado a la Diabla ($21.50) -- Super flavorful but SPICY! So spicy I had to retreat to the mojo de ajo to give my taste buds a break. We waited about 15 minutes with only two other parties dining. But BOY, when the food arrived, our eyes were immediately bigger than our stomachs! I was expecting an 8 oz fish filet, but out came a WHOLE fried fish! And that burrito? Pretty sure it needed its own birth certificate. The food was delicious, and the fresh homemade tortillas were so soft, tender, and tasty. I thought we'd be hauling a mountain of leftovers back to Great Wolf Lodge and stinking up their fridge, but surprisingly, we only needed one to-go container. Not bad for our little family! Another fun surprise was the little stage for live music and karaoke! Two customers sang while we were there, and luckily, both could actually sing. Thank goodness we avoided the dreaded drunk karaoke experience! Service was friendly, portions were HUGE, and the prices were fantastic for the amount of food. Would we come back? ABSOLUTELY! Next time we're at Great Wolf Lodge, we'll gladly make that five-minute walk again. read more

Ensenada by Martin - Al mojo de ajo bagre, garlicky whole fried catfish! Tasty and reasonably priced $21.50 - Seafood Near Me - Garden Grove, California

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So, I was cruising through the area on a Sunday morning, and my stomach was practically chanting, "Give me a Mexican breakfast!" I hopped onto Yelp, saw this new spot, and thought, "Why not give it a whirl?" Spoiler: I was not disappointed. this place is a total breakfast win. The vibe is super cozy, and they bring a serious ethnic flavor to the table. I went on a Sunday, so they had this awesome buffet-style breakfast but get this, you can also order from a menu, and that's exactly what I did. I started with a refreshing hibiscus (jamaica) drink--so delicious, and bonus: free refills! The waiter was an absolute star, super kind, and kept that drink topped off like a pro. I went for the veggie omelet, asked for a side of carne asada (because, why not?), and it came with rice and beans. Let me just say, it was a flavor fiesta in every bite. The price was totally reasonable, no shock to the wallet and when I popped into the restroom, it was sparkling clean. And let's be real, a clean restroom is like a secret handshake that says, "We care about the details." I'm giving this place a solid five stars because it's a total gem for the neighborhood. I can't wait to come back, and I hope they keep serving up these delicious, sunny vibes! read more

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I was really looking forward to authentic Michoacán-style enchiladas, but these were nothing like them. No flavor, not authentic at all, and definitely not worth the $22 price. They tasted like a very basic, low-quality version of enchiladas. Very disappointing. I want my money back. read more

Ensenada by Martin - Enchiladas "michoacanas" - Seafood Near Me - Garden Grove, California

Wow this place is new and very good. Super fresh. Right away just the chips alone are amazing. They are made fresh and they're thick AF. I like the density of them a lot. Provides a nice crispy crunch. I did think to myself, "hmm the food is taking a while to come out" but once you eat it, you'll know exactly why it took some time for it to come out. Literally everything made here seems to be made fresh to order. All of the food was really good! I got the asada plate which comes with rice, asada, onions, green bell peppers, beans and freshly made tortillas. I was super impressed with their tortillas because they aren't like any other tortillas I've had before which are all like store bought and shit. Their horchata was very cinnamony! I'd come here again for sure. read more

Food was delicious! Fun music playing and lively vibe! Service was also quick and waitress was attentive! read more

Ensenada by Martin - Molcajete de Asada - Seafood Near Me - Garden Grove, California

I originally came here because something on the menu completely caught my attention: crunchy queso birria tacos. Just reading that made it sound like the perfect post gym breakfast, so my friend and I decided to check it out after seeing the good reviews. When we walked in it was actually pretty calm, just one other couple ahead of us, and the waitress greeted us right away and told us to sit wherever we liked. She was incredibly kind and welcoming the entire time even though I unfortunately didn't catch her name. One of the first things I noticed walking in was the atmosphere. They have this beautiful privacy border around the restaurant that makes the space feel cozy and tucked away from the outside world, and right near the entrance there's a gorgeous water fountain that really sets the tone. It gives the whole place a peaceful, relaxing vibe before you even look at the menu. They also offer a buffet for around $28 which surprised me because the menu itself already has so many options. I thought about it for a moment but I had just come from the gym and didn't want to overdo it, so we stuck with ordering off the menu. Sometimes when restaurants have huge menus you worry about freshness, but that thought disappeared the moment the food arrived. We started with chips and salsa which were already fantastic, and then my order came out: those crunchy queso birria tacos that originally brought me in. Oh my gosh. Absolutely phenomenal. Birria tacos are one of those things that can go wrong really fast if they aren't fresh, but these were done perfectly. The meat was incredibly soft and flavorful, the tacos were packed generously, and everything tasted like it had just been made. I was honestly surprised by how filling the plate was. It also came with beans and rice, so the portion for the price felt like an incredible deal. My friend ordered a veggie omelette with added carne asada and was just as impressed, and we both loved the horchata. Even though it was a quiet Sunday morning with just a couple of tables, everything about the experience felt special. The service was warm and attentive, the food was genuinely impressive, and parking was a breeze. I also noticed they have a live music setup which makes me curious to come back and see the place when it's more lively. What really surprised me most is that this place isn't packed with locals. The value alone is wild. You could probably spend more at fast food and walk away way less satisfied. I drove here from West Covina and it was absolutely worth it. This spot feels like a hidden gem and I really hope more people discover it because they're doing something special here. Five stars all the way. read more

First time here and it didn't disappoint! The shrimp cocktail is sooo good. 10/10. Service was also very attentive and amazing. Will definitely be coming back. read more

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Came in to sit down for a quick lunch. 35 mins to make enchiladas during lunch time? That's actually wild. Had to take the food to go and still left a tip. Chicken was dry and overcooked. Enchiladas were plain and not very good, veggies were bland. If you want mediocre Mexican, this is your go to spot. read more

Ensenada by Martin - Nothing special. - Seafood Near Me - Garden Grove, California

Decided to try out this new business that opened recently around me and everything was stellar. I walked past them once and they weren't very busy and decided to look them up and saw only good reviews. The chips I can tell are made in house and the salsa is so spicy but yummy. The soup has a spicy ish seafood taste but I really liked it too. Torta was good with good portions and came with avocado! Very lovely. They definitely deserve more business, a lot of care is placed into the food read more

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Excellent service and food. All of the food was perfectly cooked and came out quickly very large portions and so delicious. The ambience was great, cute decor, mellow music and live musicians who played a few songs. read more

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Food: Ordered the lunch special (mole plate). The order also came with complimentary chips, salsa, and a soup. Mole itself was tasty. Chicken was tender. Tortillas were thick (thicker than the normal ones you buy at the grocery store). That said, lunch was almost 20 bucks (18.00) for two pieces of chicken and sides. Food is good but it can be a tad pricey. Service was good. Very friendly. Answered all my questions in a kind manner. No complaints. Ambience: Beach themed inside. Outside looks a bit normal. Overall a very nice family owned restaurant. Definitely worth it to try to place out! read more

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Absolutely amazing mariscos spot! From the moment we walked in, the customer service was outstanding: friendly, attentive, and welcoming. The chips and salsa were perfect, nice and crunchy with a good level of spice. The music was also my fav-chill Spanish music that made the whole experience even more enjoyable. The aguas frescas were incredibly refreshing and delicious. We ordered the aguachiles, filete a la diabla, taco de gobernador, and a tostada de pulpo, and every single dish was packed with flavor! My mom's favorite was definitely the filete a la diabla, the spiciness was spot on hehe A huge plus is that the tortillas are handmade, which really takes everything to the next level. You can truly taste the quality and care in every bite. Highly recommend this place if you're craving authentic, flavorful seafood with great vibes and amazing service. We'll definitely be back! (They even gave us complimentary ice cream towards the end, so sweet!) read more

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The food was excellent! Freshly opened when I got here, found it through Yelp and as usual wasn't disappointed. Good service, pleasant and unusual custom made decore. Overall a pleasant experience. I live out of state so probably won't be able to come back, but I encourage others to try this place out and help them succeed. read more

Ensenada by Martin - View from my seat - Seafood Near Me - Garden Grove, California

Had a good meal and fun entertainment from the Mexian karaoke. Service was great nd the decor was fun island themed. All the food ordered was good and had large portions. It was a nice place to come over from Great Wolf Lodge for dinner. read more

... don't get me started bro. Arguably a top 3 taco de Cameron I've ever had! Portions, massive!!! Food insane. Service 10/10 I recommend brand new you need to try for sure! read more

Had the taco lunch. It was delicious. They had plenty of meat in them and the chipolte sauce was amazing. The waitress was really nice explaining the Spanish names of the dishes. This is a new restaurant so is a hidden secret. No wait. read more

Clean, fast quality food. Our server was attentive and provided great recommendations.

The food and service here is good and the chips with salsa are actually pretty nice. The vibes feel very coastal. There were not many customers for a place that serves pretty good food and needs more community support. Really nice service and people too. read more

Great food, excellent service. Very kind and generous. The food was delicious and more than we could finish so more for us for later read more

This place was no disappointment for our first time. Everything was delicious and flavorful. It tasted like real authentic Mexican food. The customer service was fast and our waiter kept checking up on us offering more refills or if we'd like anything else. 10/10 ! The entire place gave tropical /sea vibes and was well cleaned along with the restrooms. Music choices were also good kept us vibing as we enjoyed our meal. Overall this place was really delicious and we will definitely be coming back & recommend this place. read more

Food is horrible, no spices just so salty and plain. Kids run around and yell in microphone. Music is so loud and karaoke microphone is so loud. I never in my life ate so bad Mexican food. Please do not trust 5 star reviews. read more

The atmosphere puts out a coastal vibe , very pleasant. The service was great , very attentive. The chips are amazing , freshly made , thick , crunchy and not saturated in oil. Served with a nice tomato salsa , ask for the Habanero salsa if you crave a bit more spice . We ordered the mango habanero shrimp ceviche to start and it was amazing.. Fresh mango , avocado , shrimp with finely diced onions , tomato, cilantro . Very very delicious. Followed that up with a few tacos , Gobernador shrimp taco Ensenada style fish taco and the Queso Birria taco . All had handmade tortillas, fresh veggies and were loaded with fish , shrimp and beef . I would definitely recommend giving them a try . read more

The food was amazing! We loved all of it, and the portions were a great size! The service was excellent, and we can't wait to come back! read more

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Amazing food! Great service and fun atmosphere. Can't wait to come again on our next trip. We came for breakfast read more

Ensenada by Martin - Omelette Veggie and Chilaquiles con Asada - Seafood Near Me - Garden Grove, California

Great food good prices service was excellent.would highly recommend.ambiance was great

Wowwww!! We had a group of three families and everyone loved their food!! The salsa is very flavorful and spicy!! YUMMM

Vane is the best server ! she is very attentive and food is very good , This Is a new place Owee said that he will be having karaoke nights !! read more

Ensenada by Martin - Pescado Zarandeando - Seafood Near Me - Garden Grove, California

Took my girlfriend out to eat to this amazing new spot in Garden Grove. The scenery was amazing. Food was super delicious. The service was amazing and on point highly recommend this new place. read more

Ensenada by Martin - Seafood Near Me - Garden Grove, California

Beautifully decorated, lovely servers, and fantastic food. I had their ceviche which came with cucumber which was so much more refreshing than crackers or chips that I usually eat ceviche with and there was plenty to take home. My brother had a shrimp cocktail that came with squid arms that was phenomenal, both sweet and savory, and we shared our plates with each other because we couldn't get enough of both dishes. It was also so cool to hear about how the owner made a lot of the decor himself, like as the tables, chairs, and floors, and his daughters painted the murals on the walls and help out as servers and hostesses. Very friendly place with a great atmosphere. I can't wait to take my parents here. read more

Wonderful atmosphere, service and only topped by the amazing food! I had a burrito and a couple tacos and was stuffed! I will definitely return and tell others about this restaurant. Art F. read more

Best Mexican food ever!!!! Service was excellent. Great big screen TV's. Highly recommend to anyone looking for a delicious Mexican meal.