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Marenca

4.5 (281 reviews)
Open • 8:00 am - 8:00 pm

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Moderate noise
Casual
Classy
Good for kids

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Chilaquiles verdes con lengua
Cynthia G.

Breakfast or dinner, if you are in Tijuana you have to try this place. During breakfast: cafe de la olla with a side of Mexican bread/conchas, the chilaquiles, any variety... they were ALL flavorful. For dinner: the lobster bisque OMG! best I have ever tasted. Of course we had other dishes which I can't even remember them all, just rest assured they were all delicious. The service, in Mexican fashion is impeccable. Definitely a must stop on our visits to Tijuana :) TIP: check their hours before you go so you know exactly what time breakfast ends and dinner starts.

Breakfast.

Really good food and service was perfect. This is my second visit and Marenca exceeded my expectations. What a great breakfast in a nice clean restaurant.

Mariah F.

Food was really good & has good and reasonable prices. I had the mariscos omelette with a guava agua fresca, along with fresh tortillas. Mario was my server. I would recommend this place! Thank you.

Margarita slush
Kenneth V.

Marenca is a fine establishment. The service is attentive and friendly, and the interior is clean and well put together. I got a Pink Mole Salmon for my entree. I will say that the salmon was a bit dry and for the price I think I could have gotten something better. For my drink, I got a strawberry margarita and that was amazing (pretty strong too!). The servers speak english here so don't worry about a language barrier if you're a tourist like me. Overall nice establishment!

Definitely will be back. Such a good vibe and great service.
Amanda O.

Great service and excellent food. I will definitely be back here. The mole was very good and cafe de olla wonder

Chilaquiles de lengua en salsa verde y chilaquiles en salsa chipotle con huevo
Anayely H.

La comida exquisita, el servicio increíble, nuestro mesero nos atendió con una excelente actitud. Muy buena porción en el platillo. Todo excelente.

Chilaquiles with beans.

We had breakfast and we're impressed by the great service. The restaurant has free parking. We loved our meals and the fresh juices. The menu has a lot to choose from and a guy man walks around offering sweet bread just as your coffee arrives. We were provided with a complimentary light fruit appetizer. We plan to return for dinner.

Huevos d la casa
Lani M.

Came here because we vouched to try new spots & open our palates a bit more. Rather than to stick to the same places we always go to. This place I could say is pretty upscale & intimate. The street it is located on is very busy. On the bright side, they do have their own private parking lot. Free of charge. When you walk in the venue is nice, clean, & classy. A bit small but we weren't waiting to be seated for long. We got seated after about 5mins. They have a little rack to put your purse/jackets on which I appreciate. Prices were reasonable of course. We paid around $45 + tip for a family of 3. FOOD - I got the machaca d res omelette that came with a tamal of maza & tortilla chips. We ordered scrambled eggs & frijoles for my son. My husband got the huevos d la casa that came with carne, frijoles, & black tortillas. We also got a kids drink & a soda. In which they provided a cup of ice with it. They also gave us a little flight of salsas that were pretty good. I liked my omelette. My husband's carne was a bit salty for my liking. The tamal on my dish was pretty good. Would've been better if there was meat in it. My husband liked the frijoles. Both brown & black were tasty & flavorful. SERVICE - We did NOT like our waiter whatsoever. He spoke to us so degradingly. You just work here, you don't even own the restaurant. Calm down boy. Lol. He was the one with tattoos on his arms. Acted super stuck up & like he was better than everyone. Including his coworkers. We witnessed him clapping his hands loudly because a waiter was in his way & he was trying to get her to move. He was talking crap to another guy/girl waiter. & we also saw him playfully slap his girl coworker on the face. No way to be acting like that in a professional setting. I don't feel he meant it playfully by his tone & actions prior to smacking her. But obviously he's someone for everyone to be listening to him & the way he was acting. Definite power trip. Doubt he was a manager neither. Seemed like a floor lead or something. He was snobby. Asked for ketchup & he didn't even acknowledge our request. Had someone else bring it to the table for us. Would've appreciated an, "Ok. I/we got you. I'll bring it." Nothing. Literally when asking him he looked away without responding. Food was good but wasn't the best we've had. Along with our waiters attitude. Bringing this place down to 3/5 stars. Probably would not go back nor recommend. But also didn't give them a lower rating because the food was good. But like I said, not the best. Especially with a worker with such a shitty attitude. Lol. You choose to work here. No one forced you. Their menu is pretty unique with a lot of ingredients not used at your typical restaurant. They also renamed a lot of things to make it sound fancier than what it really is.

Pan dulce on halloween
Logan H.

I love this place. I got the combo chilaquiles and I loved it I would get the same thing again. The servers were also so nice. This is an amazing brunch spot. 10/10 recommend!!! I will come back next time I am in Tijuana.

Trudy C.

We visited this place twice during our three week stay in Tijuana. The food was hit or miss, meats lacked flavor and drinks were mostly sugar and little alcohol. The chocolate desert was good on the first bite but subsequent bite had a very tough texture, may have been old?. Service was good the first time but pretty poor the second time. Its a good place to go once if youre in tijuana for a while.

Salmon with Pink Mole
Francisco M.

This place was recommended by a good friend of mine and will say it was a good one. We started with a Tuna ceviche appetizer that was delicious. For main the main course my wife opted for the Shrimp sauté with garlic on a bed of risotto and I chose the Salmon with pink Mole. They were both unique in the way they were cooked and presented. I've always had mole paired with poultry meat but never with fish and decided to give a try. The salmon was slightly overcooked but flavorful. My wife was delighted with her plate. With its low noise level and great service I can attest that this restaurant provides a great dining experience.

Zerlina L.

Came with friends on a day trip to Tijuana! We arrived around 2pm and there was only one other group there, so service was quick. FOOD: I got the octopus (pulpo) tacos and the bone marrow tacos. The bone marrow was my favorite, so flavorful and juicy. The octopus was tender, and I loved the dual color tortillas. Great plating/presentation as well. I would recommend these two tacos over other menu items, my friend got salmon mole and I didn't like it as much as my order. Servers were friendly and attentive, the restaurant itself was beautifully decorated.

SD Lion L.

Food was amazing, Ambiance was nice and service was Great! This place has been on my list for awhile and I'm glad I finally made it. Prices are very reasonable. We could have split the meal. CONCLUSION: Put Marenca on your list, you will be glad you did!

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Beautiful and elegant with warm professional service. Menu was well rounded and food quality was terrific.

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Amazing experience. You can't find food this good in the US. The omelette was fantastic. Service was excellent as well.

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Amazing food and service. I would strongly recommend the steak omelette You have to get the dessert they're amazing.

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One of my favorites places to eat when I come to Tijuana, Wonderful service, Delicious food..!!!

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4.5(690 reviews)
1.4 km•Zona Centro
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If you're looking for authentic tacos in Tijuana, this taco spot is an absolute must visit…read more The asada, pastor, and everything is packed with flavor. What really sets this place apart is the outstanding customer service, the staff is welcoming, attentive, and treats every customer really nicely. The atmosphere is lively & outdoorsy, the prices are great, and the entire experience feels genuinely local and memorable. Whether you're a first-time visitor or a regular, this taco stand delivers incredible food that will keep you coming back for more. It's cash only btw.

This was our very first stop after crossing the border into Mexico, and it absolutely lived up to…read morethe hype. It came highly recommended by both locals and fellow food lovers, and after seeing the incredible reviews, we knew we had to experience it for ourselves. We ordered a little bit of everything: tacos de tripa, tacos al pastor, tacos de asada, and an asada quesadilla. Every single item was packed with flavor and tasted incredibly fresh. The tripas were perfectly crispy without being greasy, the al pastor was juicy, well-seasoned, and had that classic balance of savory and slightly sweet flavors, and the asada was tender with a delicious char-grilled flavor. The asada quesadilla was generously filled with meat and gooey melted cheese, making it the perfect complement to the tacos. One thing I really appreciated was how convenient the ordering process is. They have a drive-through style setup where you simply pull up and park in front of the restaurant. An employee comes directly to your car to take your order, and once your food is ready, they bring it right out to you. It's such an easy and efficient experience, especially if you're eager to grab amazing food and get back on the road. It's easy to see why this place has earned such a stellar reputation. Between the authentic flavors, generous portions, friendly service, and convenient setup, this was the perfect way to kick off our trip into Mexico. I'll definitely be making this a tradition every time I cross the border.

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Marenca - breakfast_brunch - Updated October 2026

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