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Come for dinner, go upstairs, sit out on the patio and enjoy the sunset and your food. The service was great, the waitress was attentive and checked on us, made sure we have everything that we needed. The lobster was bit chewy, the fried squid was decent - had expected the calamari rings, but they fried the whole squid body and chopped it up before serving. The oysters were ok, the fried whole fish was decent as well, it could have used more seasoning. Started with a beer, then moved on to the Mojitos, which really hit the spot!! If you are in the area, definitely worth visiting - decent food, awesome views!
This was my second time here. Sat outside on the back patio each time. Service is always good and beer is always cold. Got the fish & enchiladas last night for dinner which was delicious - always comes with plenty of sides + tortillas so can definitely share most meals here. Chips & salsa as well when you sit down. Great atmosphere, lots of people having fun and a beautiful view. Even saw people get splashed from a big wave (they sat in the splash zone)! Much better than the overpriced tourtisty spot next door.... Splash, we will be back!
Best mango margaritas with Tajín rim! Always as beautiful as they are delicious. Service is consistently good with large portions. The spicy margarita made from scratch is really good, too. Great ocean views and comfortable ambiance. Service is efficient and friendly. Highly recommended over the other nearby choices. JMO
This place never ceases to amaze me. From the days of its simple big green box-looking restaurant, that sits comfortably on a cliff with ocean splashing on its window panes, to its now newly built extended areas. Looking forward to what's in store for us next. Splash is a must- see. And, whether indoor our outdoor seating, there will always be room for fresh air, an ocean view, waves breaking, and breath taking sunsets. Simply amazing. This restaurant, located on the outskirts of Rosarito, Mexico, has been my favorite place for all my seafood needs. Although not exactly a lobster fan, Splash definitely made sure friends, family and myself kept us coming back. It was a place to rave about. Before COVID "era," $20 lobsters was the thing. Prices were reasonable and honestly, one lobster was not enough. Last week (Tuesday), my partner and I decided to have early dinner at Splash. As always, friendly staff, good music, great outdoor view, and lots of new additional stuff was done to the restaurant since last visit this past summer. Overall, the atmosphere was on point...even without the live band playing. Our order was placed (forgot our servers name), we received our drinks and dish in no time. Our food arrived, all looked great but for some unknown reason, my mix ceviche lacked the usual taste. Besides it being tasteless, it was served on the skimpy side and enough shrimp. I had to squeeze more lemon and salt to add zest. I rarely like using salt, but in this case, it was much needed, unfortunately. The lobster, similar issue. Something was lacking. The garlic butter sauce was much needed but still, it did not have the usual taste. We asked the server about the cook. That maybe the cook was new. He confirmed - it's the same cook. The food was definitely off. Unexplainably off. Our server, by the way, was so attentive and friendly. No complaints here. Even past servers were all good. Dining experiences at Splash were always good. Despite our dismay with our food, we will still return to Splash. It will still be our go-to for any occasion, or, simply, just because. Give Splash a try
It was really fun watching the waves splash on the lower deck. Even though we were on the upper patio we still felt a bit of the mist on occasion and it was pretty fun. The live music was fantastic, a classic set of American music sung by a fabulously talented Mexican band. What we ordered: Lemonade - 4.5* very good and tasted really fresh. If you like lemonade (and lemons) you'll like this! It was almost a little too tart for me but my partner gave it 5* hands down! Mango mojito (no alcohol) - 3.5* very creamy. Doesn't have a very strong classic mojito flavor to it, I wouldn't have known it was a mojito variation otherwise. Passion fruit mojito (no alcohol) - 4* super good! Definitely could taste the mojito under the passion fruit. Loaded nachos - 4* this was bigger than our Mexican Combo. It was really good and we couldn't finish it as we were pretty full from our combo. I'd recommend sharing this with the table. Mexican combo - 5* about half our table ordered this and we were all satisfied. It easily satisfied both my partner and I (I wasn't that hungry to be with) and we honestly could've done without the nachos. The pepper had a nice kick to it. Oh, and the tortillas are amazing.
Beautiful location with views and quality service. Food was delicious, hot, and plentiful in size. Great place to come for a date night, family dinner, celebrations, etc. Nice areas to walk around also in nearby restaurants with traditional Mexican colorful decorations. Pics of menu as of July 2024.
This was one of the first places we tried in the area. Warm greeting by staff. Best thing here is the view. Lots of people outside on the deck taking pictures and enjoying the view. The food was ok. We tried the whole fish which my FIL said was ok, maybe needed more flavor and he wasn't sure what kind of fish it was. I had the enchiladas which were also middle of the road. The best thing we had was the clams casino.
When you get to Splash Restaurante in Rosarito, Baja Norte, Mexico, the entrance is unassuming. Know the expression, "Don't judge a book by its cover?" That certainly applies here! I wanted to meet the creator of a 4-course meal that astounded me! Lo and behold, chef Arturo Abarca came to our table. He's warm snd friendly. It's not often that a great chef makes himself/herself accessible like that. When I gave Arturo a detailed description of the explosion of flavors going on with every bite, he was touched. Just take a look at the pictures - where can you enjoy a 4-course gastronomic lunch and simultaneously be treated like royalty? All for a moderate price, too. Our experience was unparalleled with server Juan Carlos and that amazing ocean view. It doesn't get better than this.
My girlfriends and I got a wild hair up our butts and wanted to get out of town for the day, so we decided to hop across the border to be backyard tourists. We headed to Rosarito to enjoy some fresh seafood. Now this place is not visibly noticeable right off the main highway. There is a dirt parking lot in front that you pay $5 to an attendant and then walk towards the back to gain access to the entrance of the restaurant. I highly recommend sitting on the patio to enjoy the ocean breeze and view. If it's a little chilly the staff will provide you blankets. Drinks are strong and the food is amazing. Everything was fresh and seasoned well. Our waitress was such a sweetheart. Afterwards head down to the beach and enjoy a cocktail at sunset.
Let me start off by saying 10/10 would recommend. 1. The wait staff was absolutely lovely 2. The ocean views were beautifully 3. The food *chefs kiss* Drink: the Jamaica agua Fresca was delicious. Not to sweet and not too sour Food: I ordered the garlic butter shrimp. So good. I also ordered the lobster that was sooo amazing and huge. I loved everything I had. The salad was fresh as well. I know where I would come to eat when I come back. read more
Great, great place! Beautiful ocean view, super friendly service and great food. We went there to have dinner and watch the sunset. It did not disappoint. Definitely a must go if you visit Rosarito. Can't wait to be back! read more
i mean it's fire, the salsa, fire, the chips, fire. the ceviche was kind of mid but then i had it with some mf crackers, then it was fire. nice to feel the ocean breeze and the sun while eating. very class expirence. def reccomend read more
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The food is good. The service Is rancid. We arrived and were seated quickly, but they moved the umbrellas awkwardly so we didn't have good shade for more than 30 minutes. We ordered our food, and it arrived staggered. The food was good I had the aguachile, it is spicy but I like it. The guacamole was bland no flavor but we put lime and salt so it was ok. When It was time to ask for our check there is NOBODY! We had to ask 2 people. Our main guy was almost put out to give us the check. He was busy with a new table that ordered lobster. My friend had already walked up to the car with her dogs because it was too hot at our table. I was standing there for nearly 30 minutes waiting to get my check and pay the check. Our waiter was too busy to even face me and hand me the check. So I just have him my card. Then waited another 10+ minutes waiting to get it back, he never asked how much tip to add, and there was no place to add a tip so I didn't leave him a tip because I only had large bills and wasn't leaving a 50% tip. The experience was lack luster and despite the food being good...I wouldn't return nor recommend anyone going there for the PISS POOR SERVICE! read more
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Beautiful restaurant, amazing view, delicious food and drinks, live music, great service, at a low cost. Can't get enough of this restaurant! read more
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Love love love this place! $3 very strong margaritas, $4 shrimp or fish burritos, and a view that can't be beat! If you go and the weather is good, sit upstairs out on the patio and enjoy the sound of the "splash" of the waves and maybe catch some dolphins swimming by! The seafood menu can't be beat and the prices are the best too!! Make the trip to Splash and you won't be let down!! read more
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Beautiful views, great service. Aside from the lobster the food was mediocre but the drinks were strong and tasty read more
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Stronggggg margarita! great ocean view! First time here is the restaurants 13th anniversary so they have great live Mariachi. We will definitely be coming back read more
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a few friends have told me about Splash...my impression before coming here is that it is a more upscale spot in Baja... we come down and explore at least once a month...so we are somewhat experienced with baja road trips... i'm down for a hold in the wall...but my curiosity was peaked. So we stopped for lunch on our way to Ensenada... this spot is about halfway between Rosarito and Ensenada... they have the choice of valet or self park...we opted to self park you enter through a sliding glass door onto the ground level, which is indoors with a dining room and large windows with views of the ocean. we opted for upstairs/outdoor patio...it is partially covered. it was a warm day so we sat under the patio covering rather than against the rail (which had a better view but no shade) adults had a house margarita each..perfectly delish kids had a pina colada sin alcohol (virgin)...yum!!! chips were yummy...salsa was just ok... i had a couple of different tostada's..1 fish ceviche and 1 shrimp yum!!! the kids both had a shrimp burrito...it was served open so they could wrap it himself..he loved it he had 2 traditional fried fish tacos...they were really good! yup...it was a very nice meal with a fabulous view! definitely will return ... good for baja newbie's too...(i.e. those who may be "afraid" to eat at most places down here). read more
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Food, food, food. Views, views, views. Views better than food. I believe to be true. While the guac was bland, Of the chips I was a fan. The fish was fresh, But overpowered with garlic-ness. The tacos of shrimp grilled, Will leave most people thrilled. Maybe just go enjoy the views, With a margarita or two, While it may be rude, Go somewhere else for food. read more
Splash is a Mexican American restaurant located one hour south of San Diego in Rosarito. They offer a nice selection of seafood, steaks, Mexican dishes, and American favorites such as hamburgers, fries, and grill cheese. The service was very good when we arrived. Most customers choose to dine upstairs on the patio which offers a great view of the coastline. The prices are reasonable and the menus are in English and priced in dollars for the non Spanish speaking customers. The dishes we ordered were very good and I wouldn't mind going here again. I had the Costa Azul Shrimp which were excellent. Next time I want to try the fried oysters. read more
If you are cruising through Baja California and want a meal that is unforgettable, go to Splash. It's a bit hard to find, but well worth the hunt. Once you've passed Rosarito, take the exit with no name just before the Half Way House. I know, not very clear instructions, but if you see the Half Way House on the Free Road, turn around and go back. That's the only way to tell you where the exit is. Next, you'll go straight across the Free Road and down what appears to be a driveway, but it is actually a small dirt road that leads directly to a little slice of heaven - Splash. They have a parking guard there who will dutifully watch your vehicle while you eat - make sure to give him a little something for his efforts. The restaurant is called Splash because it's situated on the edge of the ocean where the water crests onto the rocks and splashes up through a blowhole. It is a beautiful place to watch the ocean at its best and for an amazing Happy Hour sunset. There's an outdoor patio with lots of tables or inside tables and a bar where a wall of windows also offers you a terrific view. The drinks are reasonable and the wine list is outstanding, but the specialty of the house is the seafood. They have all kinds of local fresh seafood and Mexican dishes. We ordered the Puerto Nuevo style lobster which came perfectly prepared. It was accompanied by beans and rice, fresh tortillas and salsa, and some of the most delicious wine I tasted on the trip. There was live music and people dancing. Street vendors came through hocking there wares, and locals laughed and ate all night long. It was spectacular! Our evening at Splash was the highlight of our trip. I highly recommend it to anyone passing through Baja Norte! Stop at Splash!! read more
Our first time at Splash was amazing! A group of 5 of us traveled down from San Diego. We stopped at splash around brunch time for a bite to eat before hitting the wineries in Valle, and what a great stop it was! The service was amazing! And the best part was the lobster! All 5 of us ordered a plate, it came with fresh tortillas, rice and beans and plenty of butter for dipping. Huge portions and really good. We were celebrating my Moms birthday and she was super happy! The view of the ocean and succulent lobster can't be beat! read more
6 years ago
First time at splash loved everything the service, food and atmosphere. I order the filet de mero super yummy! Our waiter was Carlos we will definitely ask for him next time . Can't wait to come back. UPDATE- Just came back this weekend they are talking all the safety protocols due to Covid-19 super clean and sanitized. They have a customer for life. Thank you splash! read more
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Great oceanfront casual American restaurant with a huge indoor restaurant and bar area and an upstairs bar and seating area. Top is exposed to the worst d so today we sat dow stairs. Friendly staff bilingual. Menu is in dollars. A huge place now that they have moved a few doors down from where they were originally. Basic American food if you don't want street tacos or a more "authentic" experience of Mexico. read more
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Great find recommended to us by an expat who lives nearby. We had another couple with us and started with fried oysters and margaritas. Pretty tasty! Three of us had the black sea bass and the third had salmon. All of us enjoyed our meals. Each meal included a salad, potatoes, and veggies. The fish was cooked perfectly! I had a couple glasses of Chardonnay which complimented the fish well. We shared the cheesecake and strawberry ice cream for dessert. They were both excellent! Very casual place with a great view, live music, good service, and best of all, great food! We'll be back! read more
One of my favorite Baja restaurants. I liked it even better in its old location, right on the cliffs, where you could literally be splashed by the crashing waves. But, the new location is gray, too. Still stunning ocean views, great food, and live music and dancing on the weekends. Came here last night w/ group of about 15 of us, had some really good seafood, ribeye, fish tacos, and Valle de Guadalupe wine - the Don Luis Terra blend - really nice. And had a great time dancing to the live band. Lovely night out! read more
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