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Mariscos El Veneno

3.4 (104 reviews)
ModerateMexican, Seafood
Open • 10:00 am - 11:00 pm
Updated over 3 months ago

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Casual
Very loud
Good for groups
Good for kids

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Mario C.

Food was ok. Huge portion plates, the service is pretty average and a bit slow, drinks were ok but a bit overpriced a drink has the price of a plate of food there!. That just doesn't make much sense to me. There's no music playing so the ambiance is kinda quiet and boring!.

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Bradys T.

Mariscos El Veneno ofrece una experiencia deliciosa con mariscos frescos, un servicio rápido y amable, y un ambiente vibrante. La atmósfera animada complementa la comida deliciosa, haciendo de este lugar una visita obligada para los amantes de los mariscos.

Karla C.

This is a solid place for me for dinner celebrations (birthdays, promotions, etc.. ). It has a beach side vibe to it and the staff is usually pretty nice and attentive. Prices can be up there but that is to be expected in a seafood restaurant. Will say that the serving sizes are huge and the flavor is consistent. Not a fan of their parking though, near impossible to get a spot and in more than one occasion they have been out of something we wanted. Other than that, recommend to anyone in the mood for seafood.

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I kept calling the number on the page and they changed the number. I also requested here for a change of phone number

Carol P.

Everything I ordered was delicious. But make sure your Spanish is good. Parking is complicated but worth it! This is one of the best seafood places on Buford highway! I feel like after Covid, restaurants don't cook with love anymore. But this place does!

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Mar G.

This place is amazing the food is delicious. I am from outta town and I only travel here for the food. But the customer service is going downhill real fast. I ask for something and they forget about me and I have to ask the cashier (whose always in a bad mood) that I need something and she always says they'll bring it to me and they never do. This is the 3rd time this has happened. The organization is terrible. They have enough waitresses to cover everybody. Any who the food is delicious but honestly the service is what makes the experience more delightful really.

Ann S.

This is a pretty good place! I would come back and get the same salad I got again. The atmosphere is like you stepped into another country and everyone is friendly. We even got serenaded by a man that was working the front door. The serving sizes are huge so if I were to go back, I would share my dinner with another person.

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John E.

You can find Mariscos El Veneno at 5082 Buford Hwy NE, Atlanta, GA 30340- this is the free-standing building right to the left of El Taco Veloz and the former location of one of Atlanta's first sushi buffets. Parking is very limited out front, with a few spaces in the back - that's probably the greatest drawback to visiting this very good Latino seafood restaurant. This is my first visit to Mariscos El Veneno - I have visited on other occasions as it's transitioned through several concepts so I've been wanting to give it a try, on this night with our regular Buford Highway Restaurant Clawr group. The interior is rather cosmopolitan and simple with teal-colored walls, wooden tables and chairs and lots of green plants. There are tanks with crabs and other seafood towards the back wall. You're given a full-color glossy menu that's thankfully riddled with photos so you can see what you're getting - the options here are extensive and should satisfy even the pickiest seafood lover. Along with the menus were were a plate of lime wedges and a basket of fried tortillas and saltines - seemed appropriate being where we were. We also received a bit of delicious habanero salsa with lots of chopped red onion. We started with some tostadas covered in shrimp ceviche - this was fantastic and very fresh - look for "Tostada de Ceviche de Camaron" on the menu. We next ordered various entrees that propelled us into another world of delicious seafood goodness. The seafood was exceptionally fresh and cooked to perfection - I'd say that this place is on par with fine dining establishments elsewhere except with an improved selection and extra spiciness - right up my alley really. I personally went with a spicy seafood soup filled with seafood including a sweet langostino "Caldo Venedo" - I think John F got the Jalva (crab) soup. Actually everything we ordered (and we all tasted each other's plates) was delicious: "Salmon a la Parrilla" (grilled salmon), "Mix Brochetas with Cayo de Acha, Mahi y Camaron" your basic grilled seafood skewers, everything was fantastic. Service here was very good with a very attentive staff that strove to answer our questions. The portions here are also very large - I think the value, especially fort he seafood was exceptional. You can get some of the same items elsewhere but I think you'll be happy visiting Mariscos El Veneno. (also posted to my food blog)

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The food is great. Beware of the extra cost that is added to your bill. Tips are added at an 18% which includes the tip. Is a way for employers to pay lower wages but scamming the customer in the process. The service is fI am not sure what's the deal with the bathrooms. I don't recommend using the bathrooms at all. Live music available at $25 per song.

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2 months ago

Had such a great time today with friends. Amazing food and service thank you the chefs Amadeus and Alexander Vargas.

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el mejor cervicio desde la entrada de sasones Los mejores de Atlanta la verad pura calidad

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Omg the food is do delicious . One of the best seafood restaurants in Atlanta. Had the shrimp diabolo and the squid . Both were excellent

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2 years ago

always so loud you can't hear the people who are talking to you. The food is pretty good

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3 years ago

This place gives me a weird vibe , and bad costumer service, they don't have enough parking place . Don't wast your time here, stay safe

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5 years ago

Alcohol is limited to beer. Bright overhead lighting. Menus were dirty. Not what we were looking for on a Friday night after a long week.

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