Lion Fish

4.4 (489 reviews)

ModerateBars, Seafood

Open • 10:00 am - 10:00 pm

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Val G.

Damn this was good. My Gobernador and Salseado Pulpo [spicy octopus] tacos were enough food for me to leave stuffed. Beer prices were not to bad. The service was great and they have a valet for your car. Place was really nicely designed and I enjoyed my time here. The only reason they did not get 4 Stars was because my waiter suggested the Flan Platano Vanilla ice cream dessert. I rarely bite on dessert but this time I splurged. 175 pesos [over $10] for a very mediocre dessert. I could have had another Goberndor taco for half that price. Oh well, everything else was fantastic.

MichelleRN ..

Love this place. Service is exceptional. Food was amazing. I can't wait to come back and bring more friends to try other dishes! Sooooo good!

Jobeth E.

Quick and phenomenal service! Very attentive staff from the valet to the front desk to the waiter and manager who came by to see how our service was. Food was spicy the way I like it and zesty. Great weather to aide outside. Nice outdoor and indoor seating! Bathroom was also clean and provides mouth wash and hand lotion. Valet personal were very kind and gentlemen like in opening our doors and offering a compliment and a goodbye. Would come back again on the service alone but everything was perfectly fine

Natalie M.

The Lion Fish in Tijuana never disappoints! Every time I come, the hospitality is top-tier -- the staff is incredibly attentive, welcoming, and truly makes you feel taken care of. I ordered the Pescador Encantador, a passion fruit cocktail with mezcal, and WOW... easily one of the best drinks I've had. Perfectly balanced, refreshing, and so flavorful. For food, we tried the Filete Helpy -- the fish was tender, soft, and cooked beautifully. I personally would've loved just a touch more salt, but the quality and flavor were still amazing. We also ordered tacos de pulpo and tacos Ensenada de camarón, and I absolutely loved both. My favorite dish of the night was the ceviche verde de camarón -- super fresh, delicious, and very traditionally made. Just a heads-up: it's spicy, but totally worth it! The ambiance is another highlight. They have a calm, peaceful indoor section if you want something quieter, and a lively outdoor patio with music and beautiful décor if you want more of a vibe. Overall, The Lion Fish continues to be one of my favorite spots in TJ. Amazing food, amazing service, amazing drinks -- 100% recommend!

Julio T.

Love finding new places when we are in town. This place is a def must try! Ordered so much food and everything was delicious!! Seafood was all fresh and the drinks and presentation was very cool! Service was top notch! Can't wait to come back.

Roman S.

It's worth going to. Food is next level quality. It's not cheap by Mexico standards, it's a fancy place that's $$ It's GOOD. Fresh, delicious. Negatives: Have to pay some money for bottled water Outside upstairs is nice but, people are smoking!! the chain smoking made the meal less pleasant It's kinda expensive- think high end US prices and take off a buck

Sakura K.

Since the reviews seemed good, we went for dinner on Sunday night. It's a big seafood restaurant. Very few customers maybe because it was Sunday night. The food overall wasn't what we were expecting. Plus, they switched the kinds of oysters without asking us first and charged higher - we noticed it before we left luckily and had them fixed it. Maybe it was one of those restaurants who target mainly for "tourists". We won't go back.

Levi A.

The food at Lion Fish was absolutely delicious and the presentation is on point. Their oysters were very clean & prices were fair. We got the grilled oysters which were so flavorful & a dozen raw oysters. Each raw oyster came with their own lime wedge which was nice. As soon as we sat down & ordered our drinks they served us tortilla chips that came with 2 little dips, chipotle & a black sauce that's packed with flavor. We also ordered aguachiles reina and I have to say I liked it more than regular verde aguachiles and that's saying something given how much I love verde (green) aguachiles. The vibe is really chill & the servers are super attentive. They're constantly coming around the table to clean up any used plates, napkins, providing refills etc. 10/10 experience, we'll definitely be back!

Ace D.

Lionfish is a must visit for me whenever I'm in TJ. The seafood dishes are excellent and beautifully presented, and you can tell the ingredients are fresh. Service has always been attentive, and the ambiance feels upscale while still being relaxed enough to enjoy the experience. It's a great spot for a nice dinner if you're visiting the area. Definitely worth checking out if you're exploring Tijuana's food scene.

Ninelie R.

I went to lion fish for the first time and wow was i blown away by the quality of the food and freshness. Everything was so delicious. I had a fish taco that was amazing and a few other fish dishes that were out of this world. I highly recommend trying this place if you are ever in Tijuana. I will definitely be going back

Cynthia G.

This place is poppin', trendy, a bit loud, however not obnoxious. You can still have a conversation without yelling. Valet parking. The service is great, you will never have to flag any server or manager down, they are consistently checking in with your table. The majority of the menu is seafood, however you will find other options. Everything we tried was delicious, too bad we couldn't eat more! The drinks are well crafted. Oh and the salsa.... WOW, so good our server gave us to take home! If you are a seafood lover, this place will not disappoint... must try!

Zuly S.

If you're a seafood lover, definitely check this place out. Don't let the line discourage you. I was surprised that we didn't wait too long. Quick service, attentive staff, delicious food and even tastier drinks! They have parking (Valet was included!). Don't forget to add a tip for these wonderful staff P.S: you can take your alcoholic drink to go!

Md Atiqur R.

We visited Tijuana for a few hours last Sunday, and one of my cousins found Lion Fish Restaurant on Google with great reviews--so we decided to give it a try for lunch. Even though it was a bit early and lunch service hadn't officially started yet, the staff welcomed us warmly and asked about our seating preference. We chose to sit outside, which was perfect for the weather. After looking through the menu, we ordered: Marlin Tacos Spicy Tacos Green Special Ceviche King Fillet Strawberry Lemonade To my surprise, every single dish was absolutely delicious! I've had fish tacos before, but this was my first time trying ceviche--and I loved it! The flavors were so fresh, and the presentation was impressive. The tacos were just amazing too! The King Fillet was perfectly cooked and full of flavor, definitely a highlight of the meal. The strawberry lemonade was super refreshing -- exactly what we needed after walking around all day. The staff were really friendly and helpful too. Definitely want to come back here again just for these dishes!

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Definitely a return to spot, well priced and a fun atmosphere. Live music, valet parking which makes it very convenient because of a lack of parking near the restaurant. The service was great, our server kept the beers flowing and even made suggestions to help keep the cost down by offering beer bucket deals. Had a great experience and everyone enjoyed their meals. read more

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Rogelio S.

5 years ago

Everyone is very rude. I guess they don't want our service. Didn't even get to try the food.

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Megan S.

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AMAZING!!! The seafood was incredibly fresh and delicious. Definitely get the octopus appetizer. Big portions & reasonably priced. Our Uber driver recommended this place and it was beyond delicious. Tasty margaritas as well! We ordered the queen Anguilla, ceviche gio, fried shrimp. 5 stars for this place!! read more

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Mark L.

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5 years ago

I went here because I saw it driving by. I have to say I was really surprised. The restaurant followed all the ridiculous COVID protocols and outdoor seating. The food was amazing! We had the octopus, tuna tostadas, and clam chowder. The wait staff were always checking on us and didn't bother us at the same time. Prices were reasonable and a good value. Looking forward to returning soon. read more

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Nena M.

3 years ago

This is amazing restaurant with great seafood. This time, I had a little bit of a wait for the waiter to attend to me. Reason for the 4 stars, but overall, the food is fenomenal!!! read more

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Natasha N.

5 years ago

Amazing! Go to the patio! Music and good oysters! Amazing service! The server were always there. Good place to go!

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Pattie V.

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6 years ago

First time at this place and will absolutely not be the last!! Everything we ordered was spectacular. The Chef's pulpo, shrimp Japonés aguachile, and oysters were so flavorful and fresh! 1 margarita will do the job and the michelada with Clamato was very refreshing. The only downside to this place is that if you're coming from SD, it's in TJ (if you don't live there). This is definitely one of my new hidden gems and a guaranteed go to when in TJ. read more

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Michael B.

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This has got to be the best seafood restaurant hands down in Tijuana Zona Rio, I've been to the Lion Fish in SD and now this one in TJ, but for some reason the food here tastes so much better. I got the fish with seasoned rice and veggies and it did not disappoint. The service here is impeccable as well, I must've had about 5 servers check upon me and making sure I didn't need anything else. The decor in here is amazing, the look and feel of this place actually feels like you're in an upscale restaurant right on the beach. I will definitely be coming back here again for Lunch or Dinner., with that said if you have not been to Lion Fish and you live in the area or San Diego, get your passport and head over immediately! It will not disappoint. read more

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Tay W.

4 years ago

Had the Octopus and Shrimp Tacos and who Lobster the food was amazing I'm definitely going back to TJ just to eat there again read more

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Monalaica A.

7 years ago

Well first time here very good I didn't expect it at all .. great service .. food was amazing !!! Love it will go here again .. I posted on Snapchat and lots of friends was very envious .. read more

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Ramtin K.

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Want seafood that is served to you with class in the heart of TJ? Then come here. The Aguachilles, tostadas and main dishes will all make your mouth water. I recommend getting one of the aguachilles and telling them to add all the chilies. It turns out a bit spicy (if you can handle it) but pretty effing amazing. "Aguachile with added chillies and avocado". Step one grab a tostada, step two put mayo on it, step 3 grab your shrimp, step 4 pour some that delicious sauce in the plate in the shrimp step 5 put in your mouth and chew. :) refer to the image below if you need to. read more

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Addy D.

8 years ago

Great food with real local flavor is just a short cab ride away from the border!!!! Food is excellent! I recommend all who live in San Diego or visiting to enter Tijuana for this hidden gem! You won't regret it! read more

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Wesley J.

5 years ago

Food is soo good and a great value. The oysters and the Octopus is incredible! The fish and seafood are some of the freshest I've ever had. Can't wait to go back. read more

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Yanira Z.

7 years ago

This is the best restaurant in the area!! Food is delicious, customer service outstanding. They have an area for kids and they make deserts right at the table. Also the staff is so nice including valet parking. read more

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Gustavo V.

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7 years ago

Delicious food and excellent service. We will be back very soon. The aguachile was amazing. The lonja de lion was delicious. Why bother to keep explaining. Everything was excellent. I can't wait to come back. read more

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David D.

5 years ago

Nice place didn't have steak and lobster on the menu.. but they made it for me anyway. Big fan.

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Humberto E.

7 years ago

Very good food, plus an excellent service!... pretty much everything tastes amazing and the prices are great! read more

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Scott K.

4 years ago

I have been coming to this restaurant ever since I stumbled upon it in 2015. This place is the BOMB when you want a seafood fix, the employees and the cooks are amazing, cheerful, and they know which food is amazing. The drinks are amazing too, they are fair and honest with their prices (comparing to an exclusive San Diego seafood spot). Every time I cross the border, lion fish is always on the list of places to go to! Shout outs to Jorge Rojas - the manager! You my man! read more

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David C.

7 years ago

Oh my goodness. Delicious seafood across the border. Amazing service, delicious food and great prices. The menu provides unique and interesting concepts that taste great with a beer or cocktail. read more

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Arlette B.

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8 years ago

Great food. Love the service. Awesome complimentary beer while you wait. The seafood was amazing. Will totally go back there. read more

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Isaias P.

3 years ago

Music is too loud. The food was alright, the fish tasted like it's been prepped for days. The servers were very attentive I give them 10/10

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Mario M.

3 years ago

Food was crazy good and drinks are prepared perfectly and they have safe parking and very professional staff

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Amanda F.

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I highly recommend this restaurant it has a great atmosphere. Food is delicious I had ceviche tostadas and oysters. The service was exceptional with attentive waiters. They have a kid zone (room) with adult supervision by a staff member the room has clear glass so one is able to see the kids playing or if they are crying. Very clean and welcoming Im sure you'll enjoy your visit. read more

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Julian L.

7 years ago

My favorite seafood place. Great service, the servers have great personality. Go there whenever I can and love it every time the food. Highly recommend. read more

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Jorge A.

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11 years ago

We came to TJ for a doctors visit. Got out early and hungry. The physician recommended we go to the "Lion Fish" this place is not too far from the border , they have valet parking it is nice, clean, spacious and very well lit. The food was delicious and the service was great. Servings are very generous, so leaving hungry will not be a problem. We would definitely come back here again and bring our family to eat here. I ordered the "Filete Lion" and my wife the "camarones costa azul" You can't beat the price if you are paying in dollars. The total out the door for both plates and a coke was 23 bucks! Mmmmm a fee more dollars then if we would have had burger king. So great deal! Hec the restrooms even have the stream and hand cream! So if you live in California and ever cross the border into tiguana, definitely make it one of your stops. read more

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Louis S.

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6 years ago

I like the customer service here a lot. I like a place where they manage to strike the perfect balance between professionalism, courtesies and also friendliness. It may sound absurd but it really is possible to overdo professionalism but they got the balance here. They're not too lax but also they don't chase you away with an overt out-of-proportion seriousness. The service is also good in terms of the meals and desserts. It gets a little busy at times and a lot busy some other times, but when everything eventually settles and you get your order the wait is worth it. read more

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G L.

7 years ago

Slam Dunk! This is the best seafood I have ever had. Super cheap too! Service was great and bilingual. The presentation and freshness of the fish was amazing. Pretty much everything was excellent. read more

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Came here for dinner. Lots of seafood options. Got the seafood crater and Puerto Rican filet. Also got a michelucas (like a michelada but with Lucas and tamarindo) and a guayabana drink. The guayabana wasn't on the menu but man glad I got it. Super delish. Highly recommend coming here. read more

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Oustanding seafood in an upscale, trendy venue with great prices. We came as a group of eight for a birthday and had a small 5-minute wait before being seated together outside. Our service was impeccable throughout the evening. The cocktails were a big hit, though some of them were a bit sweet for me. The whole theme is sort of island resort, so you can expect some outrageous fruity cocktails. We shared a variety of appetizers including the aguachiles sampler, which was phenomenal. The portions were huge with tons of super fresh, raw shrimp marinated in lime and garlic. The mango version was a little sweet for me, but the others were perfect. We could barely eat everything we ordered. Compared to the US, the seafood was fresher and significantly less expensive. You can dine like kings here. We will definitely be back! read more

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Nina H.

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Great food! Great service very attentive their food so good prices reasonable anytime I'm in Tijuana that's my stop! read more

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Caroline V.

5 years ago

The mixology cart here is great and a fun experience . The food is super flavorful. It's a great place if you are looking for an upbeat environment read more

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Jessie G.

8 years ago

This place is a Gem !!! There is a line most of the time because the place is popular but is not too bad and once you're inside the service is fast. Where do I start? I went with a group of friends and we all shared our dishes . I tried at least 4 different ones and everything was amazing , specially the Salciado y Taco Lion Fish. The drinks are good and the price is ok. Ivan was our server and he did a great job. Im coming back for sure and I'll recommend this place to anyone who wants to be WOW with sea food read more

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Alex M.

8 years ago

Tried this place for the first time and we loved it. The food was delicious. Good flavor and good amount of food served. We ordered 2 main dishes, 1 dessert to share, 2 lemonades and 1 beer and our total was $49. Super cheap for what we got. Customer service was good and fast. Our server came to our table right away and our food was out in less than 15 minutes from the time we ordered. He came by our table several times to see if we needed anything else. Will definitely be back! read more

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Daisy C.

5 years ago

Good Mariacos had a great time nice looking place good they also have day care love there chips and salsa

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Jasmine C.

6 years ago

My favorite restaurant in Tijuana! One of the best and freshest seafood restaurants- top notch like they say! Best customer service including valet parking. It's best to try a variety of different dishes and i guaranteed u, u won't be disappointed. Prices are way cheaper than U.S seafood and again way better quality. read more

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Arlene A.

3 years ago

Primero que nada el mejor servicio desde que llegas, valet, meseros y todo el staff. La comida riquísima y a pesar de que estaba lleno, la comida la sirvieron rápido. El ceviche . Único detalle: no tienen cambiador de bebés en los baños, pero hasta se ofrecieron a ayudarme a cambiar pañal. read more

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Eric M.

7 years ago

Easily the best restaurant I have visited. Every dish was better than the last. If you haven't tried, your loss. The signature dish was outstanding. The drinks were delicious. The dessert was exquisite. read more

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Two thumbs up. This fresh seafood restaurant can definitely compete in the USA. Thank you, great service. read more

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Bill W.

5 years ago

I was going to my usual spot in Zona Rio "Los Arcos" and I took a Uber to the restaurant because you know, you're in TJ and all and you trying to get a little buzzed at dinner Lol, so this U er driver then says, "Next time you should try Lion Fish because in my opinion it's better" and there is nothing better than a suggestion from a local, so I immediately called my brother that was already there waiting on us, and told him catch an Uber to Lion Fish, and man that was the best decision ever, Im glad we gave this a try, food was phenomenal and the drinks were amazing!! Don't hesitate to try this place. read more

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Elias O.

5 years ago

Best agua chile I have had! Super good. My wife and I enjoyed the place! Highly recommended. Great service.

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Erasmo Castellanos Q. 1857
Col. Urbana Río Tijuana
22010 Tijuana, Baja California
Mexico
Zona Río
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664 200 2577
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http://www.lionfishrestaurant.com.mx

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Hours

What time does Lion Fish open?

Lion Fish opens at 11:00 AM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday.Lion Fish opens at 10:00 AM on Friday, Saturday and Sunday.

What time does Lion Fish close?

Lion Fish closes at 10:00 PM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Sunday.Lion Fish closes at 12:00 AM (Next day) on Friday and Saturday.

Mon-Thu 11:00 AM - 10:00 PMFri-Sat 10:00 AM - 12:00 AM (Next day)Sun 10:00 AM - 10:00 PM

Payment methods

Does Lion Fish take credit cards?

Yes, Lion Fish takes credit cards.

Food & Alcohol

Does Lion Fish have catering options?

Yes, Lion Fish does have catering options.

Does Lion Fish have a happy hour?

Yes, Lion Fish has a happy hour.

Does Lion Fish serve alcohol?

Yes, Lion Fish serves alcohol. Full Bar

Indoor Amenities

Does Lion Fish allow dogs?

No, Lion Fish does not allow dogs.

Does Lion Fish have TVs?

Yes, Lion Fish has TVs.

Outdoor Amenities

Does Lion Fish have bike parking?

No, Lion Fish does not have bike parking.

Does Lion Fish have outdoor seating?

Yes, Lion Fish has outdoor seating options.

Does Lion Fish have parking?

Yes, Lion Fish has parking options. Private Lot Parking, Validated Parking

Other Amenities

Does Lion Fish allow outdoor smoking?

Yes, Lion Fish allows outdoor smoking.

Does Lion Fish have free WiFi?

Yes, Lion Fish has free WiFi.

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La Corriente Cevichería Nais

4.5(226 reviews)

1.2 km•Zona Centro

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We were so happy we gave a try at this charming restaurant! My partner had 3 shrimp tostadas and I…read morehad 1 shrimp and 1 tuna tostada. Interestingly, the first 2 shrimp tostadas were regular (simple lemon or lime) and we really loved the freshness and the taste, so my partner ordered 1 more, then the ceviche had some mayonnaise in it somehow (they said it's not supposed to have mayonnaise). He preferred without mayonnaise, so he ordered another one without mayonnaise, which was amazing! And my tuna tostada!! That was one of the best dishes I had this year. I thought it's worth going to Tijuana just to eat there! The elder male server with grey hair also made our lunch so lovely and great experience.

By far the best quality and most diverse selection of mezcalitas and ceviches of any restaurant…read morewe've visited. Service is extremely professional, prices are medium and very reasonable ($10 drinks, $10 tostadas) highly recommended. Location is only $6 to $8 taxi/uber from the pedwest/pedeast crossing locations. Very worthy of your next visit. Check out the speakeasy bar in the back after dinner!

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Los Arcos

4.5(297 reviews)

1.7 km•La Chapu (Chapultepec)

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Nice place to grab lunch! Fast we walked in just two of us and got a table right away but don't…read moreexpect that if it's more I think we got lucky. Either way looked fast paced got people in n out so shouldn't be a wait. A bit loud inside with TVs and music playing. The food was pretty good I liked the cooked camarones they had the best and the mescal drink. The churros were nice nothing to crazy on flavor but presentation wise if fun and attention seeking so plus plus if you usually order fajitas and like the eyes on you. The jicama taco is pretty interesting fresh and taste great not a usual thing but good. Our server Gerardo Rodriguez was awesome the whole time he made sure we have everything we need and still check on us the entire visit

Le doy una estrella porque no puedo dejar menos. Después de…read moreaños de no ir a este restaurante decidimos volver para celebrar el cumpleaños de mi hijo. Todo iba bien hasta que le llevaron una rebanada de pastel y le cantaron las mañanitas, le cantaron la clásica mordida y mi hijo no quería, pues le atascaron el pastel en la cara y el betún y gran parte del pastel se le metió en la nariz, mi hijo estaba muy enojado y la verdad es que se sintió como una humillación, uno sabrá lo que hace en su casa, pero en un lugar público y gente que no te conoce esto es de muy mal gusto y hasta humillante. Pero eso si, el mesero exigiendo la propina, hablé con el gerente y me dijo que tratan de evitar eso, pero la verdad yo no vi que trataran de evitarlo, al contrario, está de sobra decir que no regresaremos.

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Mariscos el Mazateño

4.5(258 reviews)

3.0 km•Mesa de Otay

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My rating is for the food and great service. You'll see why…read more I didn't know what to expect here... walked in and thought we had to order up front. We were sat down and given menus. The horchata in a fancy cup helped lighten the mood. The food is great! The service was pretty darn good too! My fav was the La Mazateña shrimp. They were fabulous! On another note and not part of the review, the restrooms- they were in the back, attached to the back room where people were eating. there was a sign pointing down a hallway that pointed to restrooms. Went down and thought the lights would turn on. They didn't. Someone came from out of the dark. Surprise?!?! Phone light out. Ah, women's. No light in there. I was desperate. I went in w phone light. Realized that someone else was in there going too. They got out of the stall and tried to switch the light on, and nope. Finished going, light randomly turns on. Wash and go go go!

Delicious fresh fish! The chocolate clams and fresh oysters were so fresh and delicious. My guy got…read morea whole fish fried. The staff is friendly and nice. Live music most days. We became regulars there!

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Villa Marina

4.3(154 reviews)

1.3 km•Zona Río

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We stopped at here last minute. We were pleasantly surprised. The seafood is actually excellent…read more Presentation was also excellent. The tuna tartar was yummy! The grilled lobster was delicioso. Luis our server--and all the employees were pleasant and informative. We will definitely come back. *** Note this restaurant serves A LOT of octopus. It can be very hard if you are an octopus lover like me. Be warned & tell your server up front NO octopus on anything please. They are very accommodating.

My friend @cheftiffanythomas scrolled through a plethora of seafood restaurants here in Tijuana and…read morelanded on this wonderful gem. What sold us was the photo of the Octopus SARTENEADO, & yes it was tasty, soft, & slow cooked in a well seasoned bath of butter. The rice has a hint of saffron, and the vegetables were nicely roasted. The table salsa is excellent and the complementary chips are doused in a bright red savory chili powder. We also ordered the trio of aguachiles, prepared with 3 different chiles; one green, one red, & lastly a dark blackened chili. Our favorite was the black aguachiles. They have plenty of mixed drinks & beer to offer, we had the hibiscus drink with mezcal. Everything is a 5 out of 5, including customer service. Heads up it's a very busy restaurant and parking is valet only. If you happen to have children with you they also have a separate play area for the kiddos; which is great if you happen to have an energetic toddler that needs a temporary distraction. The ambiance overall is very nice. I did notice it's somewhat casual to formal dinning, and very well staffed. It''s a great restaurant & I highly reccomend it.

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Negro Durazo

3.8(26 reviews)

0.3 km•Zona Centro

I absolutely love this place with the Banda, the phenomenal service, the emasculate…read moreatmosphere/ambiance, & the seafood is to more than to die for.

Hands down the best mariscos spot in TJ! I make it a point to come back every time I'm in the area…read more The shrimp with mango sauce was cooked to absolute perfection -- tender, flavorful, and paired with a sweet and tangy sauce so good, I was speechless... maybe even a little emotional. The oysters were incredibly fresh, and the margarita? The perfect finishing touch for a wonderful evening.

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La Corriente Cevicheria Nais

4.5(45 reviews)

0.6 km•Zona Centro

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This place has pretty good food, but it's a little pricey compared to other spots. We have been to…read morethis location a few times and I remember prices being 1/2 as much before. But anyways service is always great and food is really good. It's a high end restaurant in a high end area. Sometimes the parking is not so good in this area. For food we ordered tuna tostada, various shrimp tacos, soft shell crab taco, and Arrachera shrimp tacos. I would say everything was great! I recommend going to this place and trying various things.

The salsas were amazing and the ceviches were great too. The prices are somewhat expensive but the…read moreflavor was good!

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El Paisa

4.2(6 reviews)

0.4 km•Zona Río

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This is the best place for seafood without the hype of a trending modern spot used for IG content!…read more Raw place for Raw eats! Service is super fast because they have a lot of workers and all efficient from the minute you drive up they're ready to serve. Outdoor seating set up in a parking lot- nothing fancy or overpriced! This is the best place to bring a date to see if they pass the humility check mark . Best food is the tostadas and molcajete I had a couple of hot tacos but by far the fresh food is what keeps this place busy. Make sure to ask for extra avocado! Must try if you're in TJ!

Great seafood at this stand across from Mercado Hidalgo…read more The Maleficio is ceviche/crudo in a goblet with a Bloody Mary-esque sauce. Came with shrimp and callo (scallop?). Surprisingly good hangover food. You sit at a stool directly in front of the stand and have an array of accoutrements spread on the counter: various hot sauces, tostada chips, etc. Drinks aren't listed on the menu but there is Fanta, aguas frescas, etc. USD accepted but you'll probably get a better rate if you convert to pesos.

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Tostada

Rock with fresh food

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Shrimp taco and octopus taco

Puerto Cocina Urbana

4.4(61 reviews)

0.8 km•Zona Río

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After a full day of serious self-care (doctor appointments, errands, and elite-level snack…read moreshopping), we arrived at El Puerto in Tijuana in the exact condition one should: hungry and slightly dramatic. First things first--the aguas frescas understood the assignment. Guava and cucumber were icy, fresh, and basically a reset button for the soul. My niece wanted something a little stronger - enter the fresa-kiwi mojito, which was refreshing enough to make her forget she had responsibilities earlier that day. The food? A seafood symposium: * My niece went with the filet al chipotle--tender, flavorful, and clearly the overachiever at the table. * My sister chose the tostada de pulpo, which was fresh, perfectly seasoned, and proof that octopus can, in fact, be a love language. * I handled a dozen oysters like a professional (and by professional, I mean zero regrets). * And my friend--who couldn't chew--casually asked if they could make breakfast... and they did. Enter: huevos rancheros, served without judgment and with full hospitality points. El Puerto is the kind of place where everyone gets exactly what they need--even if it's oysters, octopus, or breakfast at lunch. Great drinks, great food, and staff that actually listens. We came in tired, we left happy, hydrated, and slightly obsessed. Would absolutely return--preferably after more "self-care."

Small but cute restaurant. Great service and a delicious Zarrandeado. Cooked perfectly.read more

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Pescado Zarrandeado & Aguachiles in never sauce

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Cabanna

4.4(357 reviews)

1.7 km•Gabilondo

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THE SERVICE...THE FLAVORS... THE EVERYTHING... UGH so good. The rock shrimp appetizer was loaded up…read moreand the dipping sauce was very creamy. Tried the green shrimp aguachile and mango margs. Our server Diego was great! Muy delicioso

Cabanna in Hipódromo delivered across the board. I ordered an assortment of tacos--the milanesa was…read moreeasily the highlight. Crispy, cheesy, topped with fries, and somehow still balanced. The fried shrimp taco with chipotle mayo and avocado was crunchy and well-executed, while the carne asada with guac and pico kept things classic and satisfying. The raw shrimp aguachile served on thin jícama slices with a smoky black salsa was unforgettable--bright, spicy, and full of bold flavor. The jícama added a clean crunch that tied it all together. The shrimp salad was fresh and colorful with strawberries, candied nuts, and goat cheese, and the salsa verde cream pasta with shrimp was rich and tasty, without feeling heavy. Service was excellent--attentive, friendly, and on point the whole time. The bar is also worth a mention: wide drink menu, good cocktails, and a great vibe to hang around after the meal. Overall, Cabanna hits that sweet spot of flavor, variety, and energy. I'll be back.

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Mariscos Loreto

4.8(11 reviews)

1.7 km•Zona Centro

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La comida y el servicio es increible. The food and service there is excellent. Nos atendiero de…read morelo mas bien. Buena onda la gente y amable. They attended us really good and had patience since we were a group of 4. El ambiente es tranquilo y puede comer adentro o afuera en el patio. Tienen bara y buen toque para los mariscos. The shrimp dishes we got were very tasty and flavorful. You can eat outside or inside but the place is very clean and nice.

Very welcoming and pleasant staff. The chips came with a spicy dip that we enjoyed. Each dish was…read moredifferent, but good in their own right. I've never had Swordfish tacos or bacon wrapped shrimp stuffed with marlin, but boy they each were delicious.

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Mango Margarita. Lunch 3/25/3023

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Kristen M.

8 years ago

So this place was recommended to me by a friend and I must admit I am very picky when it comes to going to restaurants, however Lion Fish is By far the best sea food restaurant I have ever tried, I was very satisfied with the over all experience from the waiters and the quality of the food. The environment and interior design of the restaurant fit so perfectly. Everyone was extremely nice and attentive. If I could give this a 10 Star I so would. I recommend all of my family and friends all the time and they are always so grateful afterwards. A wonderful setting and very family oriented restaurant. Thank you Lion Fish for the best experience, outstanding customer service and the DELICIOUS FOOD. I can't wait to go back!! HIGHLY RECOMMEND THIS PLACE!! read more

Valeria O.

7 years ago

Comidas y bebidas estaban riquísimas. No sevtardaban en servir tus platillos. Los meseros muy amables. Baños estaban descuidados. El estacionamiento está muy conveniente ya que es Valet. Hemos encontrado otro lugar en Tijuana en el podremos llevar a la familia. read more

Tj.Altamira A.

5 years ago

Ultima vez que visitamos/comemos en este lugar,pues el "Valet Parking" chocaron/le dieron un pinche rayon a mi carro y la Gerencia NO le importo, un encargado o chalan tal "Gustavo" NO tomo cartas en el asunto simplemente les valio madres!!!! read more

Sandra B.

2 years ago

delicious drinks, de fish lonja plate is my favorite. Waiters are always so nice and attentive, I love the cold ass beer, always the best micheladas. also love camarones roca and aguachirles of all kind. best sea food in tijuana by far read more

Sandra C.

2 years ago

La comida está rica, el servicio es rapido, sobre todo para los que trabajan en el area, se acomoda bastante bien, los precios normales, y el ambiente es tranquilo entre semana. En fin de semana la terraza esta muy agusto. read more

David A.

105

7 years ago

De los mejores lugares de mariscos en Tijuana sin duda alguna. Jamás voy sin dejar pasar una rica orden de Ceviche Gio y mi respectivo Taco Costa Azul! Acompaño siempre con una rica cerveza bien fría! RECOMENDADO! read more

Elliott E.

7 years ago

The food was very good and I hope you can bring more waiters who speak English as it was an issue to understand each other. Other than that, we ate salmon which was cooked to order and drinks were good. read more

Tamara S.

8 years ago

Mario is the BEST he took care of us and suggested the best seafood combo ever. Ever bite welcomed a new seasoned packed bite. My mouth danced with every bite of the octopus. Lion Fish is a MUST read more

Amanda P.

8 years ago

Quality of the ingredients is very good. The wine list has some unique items and is not the stale list you tend to see downtown. Overall, there are some interesting items read more

Georgina A.

2 years ago

Todo muy rico, muy buena atención y gran ubicación, las bebidas son deliciosas. En ocasiones no puedo llegar porque está muy lleno y no me gusta la espera. read more

Jenny S.

3 years ago

Si buscas pasarla bien y comer rico, 100% recomendado Lion Fish! Excelente servicio, todos muy atentos y amables. El ambiente es divertido y muy cómodo. read more

Roger K.

4 years ago

I've been coming here for quite a few years and have yet to be disappointed. The food is really good, and thematic with the style of the restaurant. read more