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Evaga Lounge

4.6 (269 reviews)
ModerateLounges, Mexican
Closed 12:00 pm - 10:00 PM
Updated over 3 months ago

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Casual
Moderate noise
Good for groups
Dogs allowed

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IPA and surf and turf quesadilla
Nanci I.

We arrived and I guess they had a slow day and had just closed the kitchen early. The guy who I think was the owner said no problem we can make two more things. The surf and turf quesadilla was fabulous and I had enough left over for lunch the next day. Good chips and salsa too.

Shrimp, Fish & Octopus
Aja K.

Best chile relleno and enchilada plate I ever had!!! They make their tortillas in house with fresh masa. Their salsa is bomb!! And the owner was super nice and personable. The beans are Peruvian and way healthier you guys will love it!!! Love that it's kid friendly. Great atmosphere overall. Great vibes.

Molcajete, Evaga Fries, Quesabirria tacos
Naomi S.

Highly recommend the quesabirria tacos, those were so good. The Cali burrito was also really good. Molcajete was alright, it was a fun thing to get for the whole table, it's a bit spicy. Evaga fries were pretty good too, nothing too special but it does come with carne asada and shrimp so that was good. One of our friends got the chicken quesadilla but they said it wasn't good, but it is large in size for $13. Inside wasn't the most nice, the lighting was hard to look at, but service was decent everything came out pretty fast for our huge party of 7.

Loaded fries
Hosai W.

This past weekend, my partner and I checked out a little Mexican spot in a shopping plaza. From the outside, it might not look like much -- but don't judge a book by its cover. We had the loaded fries with steak and shrimp, and they nailed it: perfectly cooked, tender meat, juicy shrimp, crispy fries, and no skimping on the protein. I went for the Baja fish burrito, which was fresh, flavorful, and delicious. Both cocktails were spot-on( forgot the names) Prices are a bit on the higher side for a small plaza spot, but with food and service this good, it's absolutely worth it. We'll be back!

Mocajete bowl!
Shavon G.

I absolutely loved our waiter and the drinks and food were amazing. They are so attentive !! We were able to share and nothing left.

Kareem P.

Sometimes it may seem like Oceanside is lacking in establishments that offer some nightlife entertainment options. Introducing EVAGA LOUNGE. Opened in 2023, Evaga is Oceanside's premier tequila lounge that serves up some of the best quality Mexican dishes & tequila just east of the 5 Hwy. Located on Oceanside Blvd, just east of Frazier Farms and in the Dunkin Donuts parking lot, Evaga Lounge features live music & DJs, club-style lighting, a dance floor and some truly delicious food & drinks. Although many consider this area to be "sketchy", there have been more businesses opening up in this area and it is developing fast. There is also a huge apartment complex being built across the street, so there is a lot of money being poured into the area. Evaga Lounge offers spacious interior dining that is perfect for families & large groups. They have ample table-seating and there's also a full-size bar & lots televisions to watch sports & entertainment. When desired, they clear the tables from the center, revealing a giant dance-floor, turn on the disco-lighting, cue the DJ and they turn into a club that's perfect for celebrations & parties. What I really appreciate is that although this tequila bar specializes in margaritas, their skilled mixologists can craft any tasty concoction for you from their full bar of spirits. The owners, Mike & George, run a smooth ship. I can see them constantly making small improvements to operations. Evaga Lounge are famous for their Chicharrones Tacos that were showcased at THE O'SIDE FLAVOR 2023. But they also have delicious caldos, burritos, aguachiles, nachos & fries plates, birria ramen, mariscos, ceviche and a full array of tacos, all with handmade tortillas. Overall, I feel Evaga Lounge is a great addition to the Oceanside nightlife scene, with great drinks & really flavorful Mexican dishes and the perfect location. I recommend

Hibiscus margarita
Khrystina R.

Just some drinks tonight. Service on point. Bartenders are nice. Maker of the drink, bartender Rob.

Double shot extra añejo CaliFino tequila!
Mary T.

What a great find!! While on the hunt for a place to eat, we stumbled on this place and my goodness... we were so lucky to have found it. Food was amazing!!! From the chips and salsa to all of the various dishes our party had.... Food was Authentic and the flavors were spot on. They were very accommodating for our large party of ten and quickly sat us. I wish I would have taken pictures of all of the food but I was wrapped up enjoying the vibe of the establishment and the company of my friends and family. Will retun when down in Oceanside for sure.

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Rob was amazing! Made drinks that weren't on the menu that were amazing and his recommendations were spot on! Such a great dinner!

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Great tasty unbelievable Shrimp Burrito. Excellent service. Salsa great everything was remarkable

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We come here often and absolutely love the food, service and drinks. Mike is fantastic and always treats us nice!

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Love this place best Mexican food in Oceanside best fish tacos around Mike went above and beyond definitely recommend coming here

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10 months ago

So good. Handmade corn tortillas. Fresh refried beans w Peruvian beans. Come here!! Customer service great. Owner so fantastic.

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10 months ago

This place has amazing food and not long wait times, very nice owners, the place was very clean and organized. Good music and vibes!

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amazing service. Very friendly and attentive staff. great food. thanks so much! We all enjoyed our meal.

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Delicious food! Great personal service. The beans and rice were like nothing I'd tasted before at a restaurant.

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