Food was AMAZEBALLS!!!!!!! Fresh and sauces were delicious. If anyone is cilantro-adverse, use the white sauce and red (a little spicy) sauce you can find in the fridge in little squeeze bottles. Service is quick and efficient. Noisy and busy on a Sunday night. Well worth the wait! Parking is busy too, but small price to pay for excellent tacos! read more

Oscars Mexican Seafood - 2 grilled fish tacos, 1 smoked fish taco, 1 surf and turf taco, 1 shrimp taco - Mexican Near Me - San Diego, California

Saddest burrito there ever was. Please do better. My husband and I stopped by to grab some food to eat by the beach today. There was no line when we got there to order. We waited awhile for our food but I initially didn't mind until I saw my burrito. This was my first burrito of the year.. extremely disappointed. We also ordered their mixed ceviche which was a lot better. Flavor was good but heavily salted today. Maybe it was an off day for them today? Still, please do better. read more

Oscars Mexican Seafood - Burrito - Mexican Near Me - San Diego, California

Oscar's Mexican Food is a culinary spot that embraces Mexican flavors with a seafood focus. The friendly service makes this eatery a local favorite for both casual diners and food enthusiasts. It's especially known for its fish tacos. There can be a line when ordering, as we waited about 20 minutes. The restaurant has about ~10 tables inside and follows an open-window concept. The atmosphere makes it perfect for takeout or casual dine-in. FOOD: 1. Fish Stew (with onions, carrots, celery, and lime; 3/5): This was served to customers waiting in the long line. We waited about 20 minutes. It has ingredients similar to chicken noodle soup. 2. Shrimp and Chorizo Special Taco (with cabbage, onion, tomato, cilantro, avocado, and cheese; 3/5): I liked that they were generous with the seafood and toppings. Otherwise, it was just okay and somewhat bland/missing something. The three different salsa sauces helped a lot. 3. Grilled Octopus Taco (with cabbage, onion, tomato, cilantro, avocado, and cheese; 3/5): Similar to #2. 4. Skirt Steak Taco (with cabbage, onion, tomato, cilantro, avocado, and cheese; 3/5): Similar to #2. 5. Taco Especial (smoked fish, shrimp, and scallops with cabbage, onion, tomato, cilantro, avocado, and cheese; 3/5): Similar to #2. 6. Mixed Ceviche (fish and shrimp mixed ceviche; 4/5): This was my favorite of the dishes we tried. You can't go wrong with this - consider adding some of the red hot salsa. The service is self-serve after ordering. Because the restaurant is often packed, tables are not always cleaned right away, as the staff is busy preparing food and handling orders. You can claim a table when one opens up and ask someone to come by to clean it. Would I come back? It wouldn't be at the top of my list, but if someone wanted to go, I'd be open to it. read more

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- fisherman's torta: the torta was good. Had good flavor especially when eaten with the additional sauces they provide. It's basically a sandwich that has fish, shrimp, and pork(?) I think. Portion is enough but on the pricey end. It was about $18 I think. - battered fish taco: it was alright. Not bad but not the best taco I've ever had. It was the cheapest taco on the menu at $3something. - grilled fish taco upgraded into a burrito: would not recommend. You can add $1.50(?) to upgrade any taco into a burrito. I think they basically gave us a bigger price of fish on a larger tortilla. Not filling at all especially for the price of $9. Not really what I would expect from a burrito. Overall the food was ok. Just know that it is on the pricey end. Maybe because they serve seafood? But $7.50 for a taco is kinda insane in my humble opinion. Even with inflation I still think it's a bit much. If you don't mind spending a little more for seafood type Mexican food then the place is ok. Wouldn't really be my first choice for food. read more

Oscars Mexican Seafood - Fisherman's torta, battered fish taco, grilled fish taco upgraded to a "burrito" - Mexican Near Me - San Diego, California

I love Oscar's! The food never disappoints and it's always so delicious. The inside of the restaurant is clean and casual. I usually order to go if I'm by myself and sit by the beach since it's so close. The service is friendly and usually quick unless it's super busy. Can't wait to go back! read more

Oscars Mexican Seafood - Chips & Guacamole - Mexican Near Me - San Diego, California

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Oscar's Mexican Seafood The line was super long on a Saturday night, but these tacos are huge and totally worth the wait. I started with the Battered Fish Taco (3.75): cabbage, onion, tomato, and cilantro. It was amazing! The fish was very well done and the batter was perfectly crispy. My absolute favorite was the Surf & Turf Taco (7.50) with steak and shrimp; it was honestly insane and easily the best of the bunch. I also tried the Grilled Fish Taco (7.50) with cilantro and avocado, but I wasn't really a fan of that one compared to the others. Insane surf & turf and massive tacos read more

Oscars Mexican Seafood - Mexican Near Me - San Diego, California

'Twas fish tacos! The especial was especially good Our orders: Battered fish taco (3.75) Ceviche with shrimp (9.50) Taco Especial (8.75) smoked fish, shrimp, scallop Tip: M-Th happy hour for battered fish taco read more

Oscars Mexican Seafood - Mexican Near Me - San Diego, California

- large open seating area, service is relatively quick - shrimp ceviche ($9): super punchy, loved all the crunchy elements and then topped with some smooth avocado - comes with two crunchy tostadas - average ceviche! Nothing outstanding read more

Oscars Mexican Seafood - Shrimp Ceviche - Mexican Near Me - San Diego, California

Oscars is the go to spot for sure if you don't know... you gotta go! This place is a legit spot for tacos and more that is just steps from the Boardwalk. Don't be discouraged by the line it's worth it. read more

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We stopped by Oscar's for dinner and really enjoyed their fish tacos. The line was a bit long so we did wait about half hour to order, but it was well worth it. I ordered a grilled fish taco and smoked fish taco and both included plenty of fish. Hubs ordered a grilled fish and their Al Pastor. The grilled fish taco included cilantro and avocado. The smoked fish taco included cabbage, pico and avocado. The grilled fish taco was cooked perfectly and was super moist. It was also amazing that the tortillas never fell apart. We've found this to be the case at a few places in San Diego, such a nice surprise. read more

Oscars Mexican Seafood - Left: Grilled Fish Taco, Top: Al Pastor Taco, Right: Smoked Fish Taco. - Mexican Near Me - San Diego, California

Can't go wrong at Oscar's. I definitely miss the OG spot this place is "trendy" now. The food is still very flavorful but different vibes. Service was excellent and I enjoyed my time with my husband and brother-in-law read more

Oscars Mexican Seafood - Mexican Near Me - San Diego, California

Oscar's is definitely worth the hype. Their battered fish tacos are always a hit. They don't skimp on the amount of fish that they give you. The pieces of battered fish are pretty thick. All the flavors blend so well together and it tastes fresh. We also ordered the shrimp ceviche which was also delicious and tasted fresh. It comes with two tostada chips. Service was excellent. The workers moved us through the line quickly and we received our orders quickly. They have a self service sauce station where you can get however much sauce you like. There are a variety of hot sauces on each table as well. The restaurant has both indoor and outdoor seating. Seems like they have a lot of space but I'm sure it gets packed often. Parking can be a struggle as it shares parking with the beach next to it. We were able to find parking in one of the spots in front of Oscar's. read more

Oscars Mexican Seafood - Battered Fish Taco - Mexican Near Me - San Diego, California

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Friendly service, fresh food and a fantastic location! The ceviche and guacamole were delicious! I love the open air layout and the fact that it's only a few steps to the beach makes it an ideal spot. read more

I came early in the morning and tacos were good but My shrimp ceviche was half full of fish ! The shrimp ceviche is always fully shrimp and it's good every time but maybe they ran out of shrimp but didn't want to deny the order ? Or lowballed me I don't know . Receipt for evidence read more

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Oscar's still got it! With a lot of steep competition all around, Oscar's still stands out for their tacos. My favorite has always been the surf and turf, if you sub for a flour tortilla you may only need one to fill you up. Great salsas too! read more

I came here for the first time the other day. The line was out the door but it moves fast. I got a battered fish taco & steak/shrimp taco. The fish taco is pretty cheap less than $4 but the steak/shrimp is about $7. The creamy chipotle & cilantro sauces were really good. I would come back! read more

Oscars Mexican Seafood - Tacos - Mexican Near Me - San Diego, California

Ventured to this lovely and lively beach location on a sunny Sunday afternoon. My girlfriend and I loved the open windows right next to the beach, and the service was quick. We ordered beer battered fish and shrimp tacos with the mixed ceviche. These are some of the best fish tacos I've had, they were crispy on the outside and soft on the inside without being too greasy. The salsa selection was fantastic, all three options impressed us and we enjoyed mixing them together. I came really excited to try the ceviche, but I was a disappointed as it was way too acidic, and the tostadas were too hard for my taste. Regardless I would certainly return after a day at the beach to get the tacos, which are excellent value for the price! read more

Oscars Mexican Seafood - Mixed Ceviche - Mexican Near Me - San Diego, California

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Absolutely must go if you are in San Diego! The line gets pretty long / feels slow but it's because they are taking orders and filling drinks/ ceviches right as you order. You only have to wait less than 10 minutes for your actual food. So don't be scared off by the line waiting to order. The octopus taco was hands down the best. So tender and great flavor. Some of the best octopus I've had. The battered fish was so crispy and the salsas were great with it. The surf and turf was probably my least favorite because the steak was a bit chewy. 3 tacos was about too much for me as they are pretty big. Horchata yummy too! Great vibe and it's just down the block from the beach! Lots of seating too. read more

Oscars Mexican Seafood - Mexican Near Me - San Diego, California

We were really glad to include Oscars in our San Diego vacation dining plans. The space is bright and airy with a colorful mural adorning one full wall and bright video boards showing the menu options. There was a line out the door when we arrived but it moved steadily along. The man taking our order was so helpful and patient with our modifications. It took a while for our food to arrive, but it was worth the wait. The grilled fish taco was loaded with delicately seasoned snapper and lots of avocado. The al pastor taco was flavorful, as was the smoked fish taco. Prices were reasonable too. Definitely recommend Oscars. read more

Oscars Mexican Seafood - Smoked fish taco, al pastor taco and grilled fish taco (left to right) - Mexican Near Me - San Diego, California

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Came here after seeing all the hype about their fish tacos -- and OMG, it totally lived up to it! The staff was super friendly, the place was spotless, and the food was seriously amazing. We ordered four different tacos and a couple of drinks -- the strawberry fresca (so refreshing!) and a classic bottled Coke. While we were waiting, we noticed everyone ordering the ceviche, so of course we had to jump on that too. Then out of nowhere, one of the staff came by with fish soup samples for us! She said it was something new they were testing out -- and honestly, I hope they keep it because it was so good. Our tacos came out quick, and every single one hit the spot. My top pick was the grilled fish taco -- super flavorful and juicy. The battered fish taco was my close second -- crispy, light, and not greasy at all. My boyfriend was obsessed with the especial and the surf & turf tacos. The ceviche? So refreshing and packed with limey goodness -- perfect balance of bright and tangy. Overall, this place totally deserves the hype. Great food, chill vibes, and friendly service. Already planning to come back next vacation! read more

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I have loved Oscars since 2015. 10 years later I'm older and wiser and well the expectations for good food are higher as well. I judge a Mexican seafood place based on how good their fish batter taco is. I do like Oscars fish taco but it could def use some improvements. This taco has too much cabbage and not only is it unnecessary but it will speed up how fast your taco gets cold. Last- the tortilla is too big for the fish taco. You need smaller tortillas. Less cabbage and smaller tortillas are a good start to a better taco. I might as well comment on the cabbage, its thick, choppy, cut it thinner, finner. I did discover their seafood stew this last visit, and well it's just lovely! And, totally worth ordering. Their fish ceviche was dry/meh. I think that's my bad because I meant to order shrimp ceviche. Which tends to be juicier and more delicious. I love how much more space they have now. A lot more tables and seating options. Quick tip for customers: the line moves slow enough that by the time you get your food you will be seating at a table. No need to save a table or freak out bc all the tables are taken before you get to order. A table will open up. read more

Oscars Mexican Seafood - Much larger space after the remodel - Mexican Near Me - San Diego, California

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Let me start by saying I love oscars especially their smoked fish breakfast burrito. So good. But today I also ordered the fish stew in the morning. What came out was a cup of warm onion water with some bland seafood and cilantro floating in it. I've had the fish stew before and this was not it. If you dont have something just say it, I'll order something else it's that easy! Don't whip up some random fish onion water for me. See picture read more

Oscars Mexican Seafood - Fish stew? - Mexican Near Me - San Diego, California

Great seafood tacos. Since I was last here, the establishment has upsized their operations. The seafood tacos are excellent, especially the octopus one. I appreciate the large pieces of avocados and tasty sauces. We also ordered the ceviche which was not so good, it tasted like it had been sitting there for a while. But you go for the seafood tacos so that was pretty superb. Parking is a bit difficult. Service was pretty quick. read more

Oscars Mexican Seafood - Mexican Near Me - San Diego, California

Absolutely delicious tacos at Oscar's Mexican. This place will always hit the mark with service, freshness, quality, and taste. I prefer this mexican food over the overrated Taco Stand ANY DAY! The salsas are soooo good, I could literally drink that pink chipotle mayo salsa. Would highly recommend trying the vegetarian taco selection... definitely the best in town. The only bad thing I have to say is sometimes the chips will be stale and not fresh.. Other than that, this place rocks. read more

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Wow. Great food, just off the beach, friendly staff. We stumbled upon this place and it was so good we returned the next day. Highly recommend the fish tacos and the ceviche. read more

I love the seafood tacos here. The fried fish in particular. We've also had the ceviche that was flavorful as well. The prices have gone but if you get there during happy hour, they sometimes have deals for tacos and drinks. There's usually a long line and there is also seating too but not plentiful. We normally take our tacos and eat them by the beach. read more

Oscars Mexican Seafood - Fish tacos - Mexican Near Me - San Diego, California

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Oscar's Mexican Seafood is now on my list of some the best fish tacos in San Diego! Located in PB right across from Nico's Seafood, is Oscar's Mexican Seafood--open-air, quaint, seafood restaurant with fast service. There are so many types of tacos to choose from (e.g., different seafood and meat choices like carne asada) as well as burritos, tortas, plates, appetizers, soup, salads, ceviche and more! Oscar's has a great batter and frying method to make the fish tacos crunchy, and instead of slathering on all the sauces & making your taco soggy before actually eating it, they have a self-serve sauce station located in the middle of the restaurant where you can choose different sauces, salsas, and can add lime to your dish. 10/10 stars! read more

Oscars Mexican Seafood - TACO TUESDDDAAAY - Mexican Near Me - San Diego, California

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This is a LONG overdue appreciation review for Oscars! I visited San Diego for the first time this past month and was told that Oscars was a must when I was out there. We got there around 1 pm on a Saturday and it was BUSY! They were getting through the line quickly but also getting out the food orders quickly as well. Luckily, there was still plenty of seating inside and outdoors for us to pick from. My bf and I ordered the battered fish tacos (my first time ever trying fish tacos) and a veggie taco as a safe option. I enjoyed the heck out of the fish and veggie taco especially with their chipotle salsa. I never thought I'd enjoy something seafood related so much, I honestly can't wait to go back to San Diego just to have Oscar's again! read more

Oscars Mexican Seafood - Battered Fish Taco and Veggie Taco - Mexican Near Me - San Diego, California

Oscars Seafood deserves way more than 5 stars. This place consistently goes above and beyond, every single visit. The fish tacos are unbeatable--and yes, I'll say it... quite possibly the best in all of SoCal. The fish is always fresh, perfectly seasoned, and the portions are generous. The tortillas? Warm, soft, and clearly handled with care. Each bite tastes like coastal Southern California should. Maria is the heart of this place. Even when the line is out the door and she's juggling a million things, she still treats every customer like family. Her soup is incredible--rich, flavorful, and comforting (seriously, don't skip it). And her warmth and hospitality elevate the entire experience. She is so lovely with every patron, remembers regulars, and somehow keeps smiling through the rush. The rest of the staff is equally impressive--efficient, friendly, and always making sure the crowd is taken care of. Special shout-out to Odra, who keeps the line moving FAST without sacrificing service. She runs that queue like a pro and makes the whole process seamless, even during peak hours. The vibe is casual and authentic, the kind of local seafood spot you hope to find and then tell everyone about. They care about their food, their people, and their community--and it shows. If you want a meal that actually captures the spirit of SoCal, this is it. Best tacos. Best staff. Best everything. This place is officially on my must-go list forever. read more

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Food is always spot on! I highly recommend the smoked fish breakfast burrito. They are more like a large taco rather than a burrito but they are DELICIOUS!! I also recommend their guacamole. It's one of the best I've had! The only complaint would be they have a small refrigerator that only houses one salsa to pour yourself and two different sauces. No limes no carrots. It's ok, when I do a staycation I eat here every single day! Always a line out the door! read more

Yummy, yummy, yum! We had the surf and turf taco, guac and chips, and the beans! My kids went back and ordered a second round of tacos because in their words "they were chefs kiss!" I loved the options of hot sauces and everything was great! read more

Oscars Mexican Seafood - Surf and turf Taco & Guacamole - Mexican Near Me - San Diego, California

Came to SD on a girls' trip and had to come here. Ordered the battered fish taco, octopus taco and the spicy shrimp taco. Overall, I'd say only the octopus taco wowed me but it WOWed me. I didn't feel like the fish/shrimp tacos were seasoned enough but the octopus was probably better than most that I've had and cooked to perfection. Will be returning just for them! Be prepared to wait because we came on a Saturday afternoon (2/3) expecting to not have to wait too long but the line was out the door and took about 30-40 min. Very cute indoor/outdoor vibe going on. read more

Oscars Mexican Seafood - Mexican Near Me - San Diego, California

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Did not disappoint!! Fried fish taco and spicy grilled shrimp were delicious. Service was fast and not too crowded in there for lunch. Nice stroll to the beach from there! read more

Oscars Mexican Seafood - Fried Battered Fish Taco - Mexican Near Me - San Diego, California

My husband and I went here this past Saturday as we are biking through pb. We ordered a few tacos my favorite was the taco especial. And we also tried a few of their daily specials, our favorite was the red snapper. Great spot for seafood tacos! And great location near the boardwalk with ocean views! It can get pretty busy on the weekends but their service is still really fast! Also I feel like the guests have a quick turnaround time so it doesn't take more than 5 minutes to wait for a table to open up. read more

Oscars Mexican Seafood - Mexican Near Me - San Diego, California

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I feel feel like they are always consistent with the quality of the food. This place is always delicious and hits the spot every time. They recently remodeled so there's nicer seating but it definitely feel like there's less seating options. Regardless glad to have this place right down the block. Service is good. I saw the guy checking the salsa containers to make sure they were full while I was there. read more

Great atmosphere, delicious seafood tacos and sauce is da bomb Always busy Price is reasonable read more

Oscars Mexican Seafood - Mexican Near Me - San Diego, California

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What a great spot for tacos. The inside is super clean and bright. The service is always great. The food is always good and good price for the quality of the food. The best part is that it's right next to the beach. If you have not tried this place out come down you will not be disappointed. Thank you Oscars Mexican Seafood for your hospitality and delicious food. See you soon. read more

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I visited this spot on a bright and open sunny day. I was recommended this spot by a friend and had to check the tacos out. Since the menu is heavily focused on mariscos, I had to give a couple a try. I tried the battered shrimp, grilled fish, and grilled octopus tacos. Every taco was incredibly packed, included a generous portion of meat, and was mouth watering. With battered fish I feel like some places offer more batter than fish. Oscar's ratio is perfect. You get exactly what you pay for with generous suggestions from the employees. The service was great and I think any wait is worth it for the food here. read more

Oscars Mexican Seafood - Battered Shrimp Taco - Mexican Near Me - San Diego, California

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Came on a Saturday around noon and the line was out the door!! We ordered at the front and seated ourselves inside. Service was very quick and salsa and other dips were self serve. My friend and I ordered fish tacos, the octopus taco, and ceviche. I was hoping to order their blue fin tuna ceviche, but they were out for the day. The ceviche was good, but pretty standard to me. The tacos were definitely the stand outs for the meal. The fish taco was SO crispy and juicy. I had also never had octopus in a taco. I typically don't even like seafood that much (which is why I probably was neutral about the ceviche), but the octopus was so tender that it barely registered to me as being seafood. The price is a bit steep for a taco but it was definitely filling and so good. read more

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The fish tacos are awesome and great prices too. Great place to grab some tacos and eat them on the beach.