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Came to Playa Del Fin, in Puerto Nuevo, for appetizers only, so we could have lunch somewhere else, in the same town. This way, we get the chance to try two restaurants. The seating area has a magnetic view of the ocean. However, the sun was very strong and even though they partially pulled down the shades, the glare was strong. First came the salsa and chips. Both were excellent. Oysters on the half shell were fresh and had a smooth transition into the mouth and beyond. Service was attentive and courteous.
Wow! What a view! The food was very good, hospitality was amazing! A bit rustic but, absolute water front dining with the best view in Puerto Nuevo.
Good things: - Ocean view - Drinks - Generous Food portions Meh things: - Tip: pay for parking ($10 USD) if you don't want to drive round and round looking for a spot closer. If you do want a close spot, godspeed. - In dire need of a remodel/ slippery floors Best thing about Playa Delfín is the scenery. Our party of 9 was sat by the window overlooking the ocean (which my 2 y/o thoroughly enjoyed). Food was good. Lobster's aren't as big as I used to remember, way back in the day. Drinks were decent and service was so-so. Overall not a bad place to bring the family for food views while eating.
Wow!! Fantastic restaurant in Puerto Nuevo. We had gone to Restaurante El Guero the day before expecting a great lobster lunch and it disappointed. Some family members that lived in the area recommended this restaurant the next day and oh man it was great! Fresh food, fun ambience, great prices, and generous portions. I got the Combinación Playa Delfín and it included a big lobster tail cooked to perfection, a whole fried Mojarra (fish), 6 big shrimps seasoned and cooked beautifully, a salad, Mexican rice, refried beans, salsa, and a complimentary margarita (which my wife loved). It was outstanding, so tasty and fresh! Also it is over the cliff, so it has a beautiful view of the ocean. If you are in Puerto Nuevo, don't let fancier video reviews trick you, this is the spot to go eat. From the locals to us tourists, I can tell you that this is it. Very recommended.
Playa Delfin was the second lobster joint I hit up when going to Puerto Nuevo, and I thoroughly enjoyed it here. Our table was outside and on the top level with the view of the ocean, but unlike Villa Ortega's, their lobster was more flavorful. Their special was four small lobster tails, for $20 (which is about the standard price), and it came with tortillas, rice and beans (which is also standard). I think it is evident from the photos of Playa Delfin's lobster in comparison to Villa Ortega's that there is more flavor and seasoning. I really like the lobster here also because there is a good and equal amount in each tail. Honestly, I forgot if we received tortilla soup or not, but at this rate, that doesn't matter because their food made up for it. I believe since it was my best friend's birthday, in addition to the drinks we ordered, we all got margaritas on the house! Their drinks were so tasty, we wanted to keep ordering more. Overall, the service was better here and their lobster (comparable to La Casa del Pescador) is definitely better than Villa Ortega's.
If you're traveling in Baja and lobster is one of your favorite things to eat, you absolutely, positively, must stop in to Puerto Nuevo, a little town between Rosarito and Ensenda. There are many places located in Puerto Nuevo which serve up lobster, but for you, my faithful Yelp follower, I'll letting you know the place to get the best deal and view while dining, is Play Delfin. As you walk down the streets of Puerto Neuvo, plenty of restaurant workers will call you into their eating establishment. They'll shout things like "best lobster in town" or "cheap lobster specials" or "my mom is the cook here" (seriously). Keep walking down the street and hang a left at the "T" in the road to find Playa Delfin. Make sure you talk to the guy trying to get your business outside the Playa Delfin, as he'll offer you a special for that day, which won't be on the menu when you sit down (don't worry, ask about that offer at the table and they'll gladly provide it to you). On my first trip, I was offered 4 lobsters (8 halves), rice, beans, fresh flour tortillas, 3 margaritas, chicken tortilla soup and chips and salsa for only $50. Yeah, that's like $10 per lobster my friends, and they brought the lobsters to my table for me to choose which I wanted to devour. The best part is that they deep fry these suckers quickly, which give them a nice little crunch, without giving them too rubbery of a texture when you eat them. On my second visit, I went with the $16 combo: 1 lobster (2 halves), shrimp, "catch of the day" fish, rice, beans, flour tortillas, salad, margarita, chips and salsa. An absolute feast for one person, which you could totally share, at an insanely reasonable price. This place also has one of the best views in Puerto Nuevo. Ask to dine downstairs, and you'll be taken to a patio that stretches out over the shore, where you get an impressive view of the ocean.
Been here before and I loved their aguachile. Had to come back and get the aguachile and try something new. The aguachile tasted just as good as the first time I tried it. I also tried camarones a la Diabla (shrimp with a spicy sauce), but didn't like it. This may sound weird, but I like my seafood to not taste too fishy. The sauce has to reduce that fishy taste and this a La Diabla sauce wasn't enough. The shrimp are pretty big and they are generous with how many shrimp they put in the plate. This plate also come with a side of beans, rice and HUGE flour tortillas. It wouldn't be a trip out to Puerto Nuevo without these side dishes! I also ordered the strawberry Margarita and that was amazing! From the presentation to the flavor the Margarita exceeded my expectations and that is because it is a fresh Margarita (yep real strawberries were used).
Great location, especially at sunset if you're out on the outdoor patio. Try to get under the umbrellas for seagull protection! The service was decent, servers friendly. Food was okay. We ordered the three of the $16 lobster dinners and one $22 lobster dinner. The $22 lobsters were larger than the $16 ones. The lobsters were a bit overcooked and when we left we asked how they were cooked and they said fried, we're guessing deep fried? They didn't seem particularly greasy, but they were very hot when they arrived, Each plate came with two halves and the tortillas, rice and beans were served family style. I don't eat beans, but my husband seemed to like them. The rice was good and the tortillas freshly made and LARGE. Unfortunately the chips provided were stale and when we asked for new ones they were also stale. I didn't try the salsa because my dad said it was quite hot. The margaritas weren't very strong, but they were limey. No Dos Equis beer available, darn it. They do take Visa and Mastercard. They have free WiFi, just ask for the password. Overall, it was a fine meal. Not the best, but I've had worse. With the MANY lobster houses in Puerto Nuevo, I would go to another next time. We went on a Friday night, I do not recommend going on a Saturday or even a Sunday if it's a holiday weekend... PN was PACKED the day before Labor Day and they were charging for parking!
This place had a nice ocean and city view from window. The 3 Lobster Halves where just right and rice and beans were good but Margarita was not made right or Low grade tequila was added. Other than that, I would eat here again.
Yum - decent prices - great service and huge portions - would come back - they also take credit cards - bonus
This town is known for their lobsters!! This is a hidden gem, be sure to walk all the way back to this establishment. Who doesnt want beachfront view while eating their lobster! The service was amazing and the food even more. I recommend just getting the grilled lobster, they come in 3 sizes, 15$,20$, 30$ for a pair of lobsters! It comes with rice and beans and fresh flour tortilla! Its definitely enough food if you order a pair of the medium size.
Food has been delicious and fresh each time. Service is great. Very attentive. Price is always good. And a big bonus... the view is amazing!
My mom has been raving about this place and I was able to finally go eat here. Honestly I wasn't expecting it to be as good as it was. I'm glad that it was a much better experience than what I expected. The restaurant is two stories high and has a beautiful view of the ocean. I also loved all the Mexican decor and how bright and spacious it was. The food was delicious!! The lobster was my favorite, really meaty and tasty! I ordered their special which comes with a fried fish, lobster, shrimp, beans, soup, salad, a margarita and freshly made flour tortillas! I couldn't believe the amount of food the special order had. The service was amazing! They welcomed us with a big smile, the food was out quickly and someone was always there for anything we needed. We will be back soon! read more
If you are looking for delicious, with a great view and reasonably priced this is the spot! So many other places are pricey down here now. We have been coming here for 25 years and we bring different friends and it has never let us down! So perfect! Highly Recommend! It is not the fanciest, it's a bit rustic but for the price and flavor we love it! Get the lobster special and it comes with a margarita, beans, rice, fresh flour tortillas, limes, drawn butter, and salsa. So delicious, traditional, and filling. The menu has other seafood and non seafood items. Sometimes a mariachi or a norteño banda will play. Tip: ask the singers how much they charge per song before you start requesting. Some charge between $10-$20 per song. It gets hot in the downstairs deck so bring a hat, sunglasses, and a coverup. They do have a tarp that covers partially. But you cannot beat the sun and the salt air! Service is always wonderful! Same staff has been there forever! Parking: When you pull up to the front they usually have a few spaces reserved for the restraint we always tip the parking guy. He watches to ensure your car is safe. They have indoor seating upstairs with a good view. But I like outside better! I wish I could give 4.5 stars because we love it but some upgrades are needed, some walls are insider construction. Clean restrooms. read more
1 year ago
This place was so good! No huge sign and somewhat hidden in between the shops, so we had to ask one of the many ppl on the street where it was located. Its next to Angel del Mar. Definitely no frills, old school vibes. We frequent PN alot and usually go to other spots but I saw this place recommended by a local on a FB group. The shrimp quesadilla was HUGE enough for two meals, super cheesy and bomb flavor. The combination was also good, loved the shrimps. Their customer service was great! I'm glad we took a chance and tried them out, we'll for sure be back. read more
Came to Playa Del Fin, in Puerto Nuevo, for appetizers only, so we could have lunch somewhere else, in the same town. This way, we get the chance to try two restaurants. The seating area has a magnetic view of the ocean. However, the sun was very strong and even though they partially pulled down the shades, the glare was strong. First came the salsa and chips. Both were excellent. Oysters on the half shell were fresh and had a smooth transition into the mouth and beyond. Service was attentive and courteous. read more
2 years ago
Wow! What a view! The food was very good, hospitality was amazing! A bit rustic but, absolute water front dining with the best view in Puerto Nuevo. read more
Good things: - Ocean view - Drinks - Generous Food portions Meh things: - Tip: pay for parking ($10 USD) if you don't want to drive round and round looking for a spot closer. If you do want a close spot, godspeed. - In dire need of a remodel/ slippery floors Best thing about Playa Delfín is the scenery. Our party of 9 was sat by the window overlooking the ocean (which my 2 y/o thoroughly enjoyed). Food was good. Lobster's aren't as big as I used to remember, way back in the day. Drinks were decent and service was so-so. Overall not a bad place to bring the family for food views while eating. read more
2 years ago
Wow!! Fantastic restaurant in Puerto Nuevo. We had gone to Restaurante El Guero the day before expecting a great lobster lunch and it disappointed. Some family members that lived in the area recommended this restaurant the next day and oh man it was great! Fresh food, fun ambience, great prices, and generous portions. I got the Combinación Playa Delfín and it included a big lobster tail cooked to perfection, a whole fried Mojarra (fish), 6 big shrimps seasoned and cooked beautifully, a salad, Mexican rice, refried beans, salsa, and a complimentary margarita (which my wife loved). It was outstanding, so tasty and fresh! Also it is over the cliff, so it has a beautiful view of the ocean. If you are in Puerto Nuevo, don't let fancier video reviews trick you, this is the spot to go eat. From the locals to us tourists, I can tell you that this is it. Very recommended. read more
7 years ago
Playa Delfin was the second lobster joint I hit up when going to Puerto Nuevo, and I thoroughly enjoyed it here. Our table was outside and on the top level with the view of the ocean, but unlike Villa Ortega's, their lobster was more flavorful. Their special was four small lobster tails, for $20 (which is about the standard price), and it came with tortillas, rice and beans (which is also standard). I think it is evident from the photos of Playa Delfin's lobster in comparison to Villa Ortega's that there is more flavor and seasoning. I really like the lobster here also because there is a good and equal amount in each tail. Honestly, I forgot if we received tortilla soup or not, but at this rate, that doesn't matter because their food made up for it. I believe since it was my best friend's birthday, in addition to the drinks we ordered, we all got margaritas on the house! Their drinks were so tasty, we wanted to keep ordering more. Overall, the service was better here and their lobster (comparable to La Casa del Pescador) is definitely better than Villa Ortega's. read more
2 years ago
4 years ago
If you're traveling in Baja and lobster is one of your favorite things to eat, you absolutely, positively, must stop in to Puerto Nuevo, a little town between Rosarito and Ensenda. There are many places located in Puerto Nuevo which serve up lobster, but for you, my faithful Yelp follower, I'll letting you know the place to get the best deal and view while dining, is Play Delfin. As you walk down the streets of Puerto Neuvo, plenty of restaurant workers will call you into their eating establishment. They'll shout things like "best lobster in town" or "cheap lobster specials" or "my mom is the cook here" (seriously). Keep walking down the street and hang a left at the "T" in the road to find Playa Delfin. Make sure you talk to the guy trying to get your business outside the Playa Delfin, as he'll offer you a special for that day, which won't be on the menu when you sit down (don't worry, ask about that offer at the table and they'll gladly provide it to you). On my first trip, I was offered 4 lobsters (8 halves), rice, beans, fresh flour tortillas, 3 margaritas, chicken tortilla soup and chips and salsa for only $50. Yeah, that's like $10 per lobster my friends, and they brought the lobsters to my table for me to choose which I wanted to devour. The best part is that they deep fry these suckers quickly, which give them a nice little crunch, without giving them too rubbery of a texture when you eat them. On my second visit, I went with the $16 combo: 1 lobster (2 halves), shrimp, "catch of the day" fish, rice, beans, flour tortillas, salad, margarita, chips and salsa. An absolute feast for one person, which you could totally share, at an insanely reasonable price. This place also has one of the best views in Puerto Nuevo. Ask to dine downstairs, and you'll be taken to a patio that stretches out over the shore, where you get an impressive view of the ocean. read more
Been here before and I loved their aguachile. Had to come back and get the aguachile and try something new. The aguachile tasted just as good as the first time I tried it. I also tried camarones a la Diabla (shrimp with a spicy sauce), but didn't like it. This may sound weird, but I like my seafood to not taste too fishy. The sauce has to reduce that fishy taste and this a La Diabla sauce wasn't enough. The shrimp are pretty big and they are generous with how many shrimp they put in the plate. This plate also come with a side of beans, rice and HUGE flour tortillas. It wouldn't be a trip out to Puerto Nuevo without these side dishes! I also ordered the strawberry Margarita and that was amazing! From the presentation to the flavor the Margarita exceeded my expectations and that is because it is a fresh Margarita (yep real strawberries were used). read more
11 years ago
Great location, especially at sunset if you're out on the outdoor patio. Try to get under the umbrellas for seagull protection! The service was decent, servers friendly. Food was okay. We ordered the three of the $16 lobster dinners and one $22 lobster dinner. The $22 lobsters were larger than the $16 ones. The lobsters were a bit overcooked and when we left we asked how they were cooked and they said fried, we're guessing deep fried? They didn't seem particularly greasy, but they were very hot when they arrived, Each plate came with two halves and the tortillas, rice and beans were served family style. I don't eat beans, but my husband seemed to like them. The rice was good and the tortillas freshly made and LARGE. Unfortunately the chips provided were stale and when we asked for new ones they were also stale. I didn't try the salsa because my dad said it was quite hot. The margaritas weren't very strong, but they were limey. No Dos Equis beer available, darn it. They do take Visa and Mastercard. They have free WiFi, just ask for the password. Overall, it was a fine meal. Not the best, but I've had worse. With the MANY lobster houses in Puerto Nuevo, I would go to another next time. We went on a Friday night, I do not recommend going on a Saturday or even a Sunday if it's a holiday weekend... PN was PACKED the day before Labor Day and they were charging for parking! read more
5 years ago
This place had a nice ocean and city view from window. The 3 Lobster Halves where just right and rice and beans were good but Margarita was not made right or Low grade tequila was added. Other than that, I would eat here again. read more
6 years ago
7 years ago
Yum - decent prices - great service and huge portions - would come back - they also take credit cards - bonus read more
This town is known for their lobsters!! This is a hidden gem, be sure to walk all the way back to this establishment. Who doesnt want beachfront view while eating their lobster! The service was amazing and the food even more. I recommend just getting the grilled lobster, they come in 3 sizes, 15$,20$, 30$ for a pair of lobsters! It comes with rice and beans and fresh flour tortilla! Its definitely enough food if you order a pair of the medium size. read more
9 years ago
Food has been delicious and fresh each time. Service is great. Very attentive. Price is always good. And a big bonus... the view is amazing! read more
11 years ago
While staying in Rosarito we decided to journey to Puerto Nuevo for a famous lobster dinner. Have been to Puerto Nuevo many times and enjoyed many lobster dinners this time we choose Playa Delfin as the restaurant. The stale or not crunchy and tasteless chips should have been a good indication of what was to come. The service was excellent the margaritas were sweet but OK the beans and rice that came with the lobster dinner were very good as were the flour tortillas. Before ordering your lobster at any place in Puerto Nuevo you probably want to ask them how they are prepared if they're boiled in lard and deep fried don't bother that's what you get at Playa Delfin. read more
9 years ago
10 years ago
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22710 Puerto Nuevo, Baja California
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