Amazing fresh food and friendly service! Stopped by Taqueria Del Mar and had a great experience! The staff was super friendly right when we walked in, and you can really taste the quality since everything is cooked fresh to order. The salsa verde was really good--perfect flavor and kick. As for the main dishes, the pastor tacos and shrimp sopes were incredible! Everything hit the mark, and we can't wait to come back again next time we're in Monterey. read more

Taqueria Del Mar - Shrimp Taco - Mexican Near Me - Monterey, California

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Very good! Very fresh seafood Mariscos diabla was really good portion was huge the prawns fresh n huge! Sauce more on sweeter side Crab chimichanga was absolute banger crispy tortilla and they use canned crab which was great! Cheesy and filled with tomato read more

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I've been coming to this place when in the area for close to 20 years. It never disappoints. It's clear the food is a labor of love. The fish is high quality and prepared beautifully to order. The fish burritos and tacos are loaded with delicious seafood, flavorful sauce, crunchy cabbage and are absolutely bursting with flavor. Be sure to request bottles of salsa (the green is my favorite) to add a bit more heat to your dish. If you are okay with a heavier meal the seafood chimichanga is absolutely amazing. The crunchy exterior cover a gooey interior loaded with seafood and cheese. The staff is very friendly and accommodating. Do yourself a favor, come in and try some of the best and freshest fish tacos and burritos you can have in Northern California. read more

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Been here several times. The first time we were drawn by the positive reviews. The dine in experience is great. It's a nice quiet break from the cannery row madness. Just a few blocks up from McAbee Beach, it's an easy walk while Bob your uncle is taking a scuba class. We also did a catering order. Call ahead. The lady is really nice. We brought different burritos to the group, and we had happy campers. Literally. They were camping. So someone mention crab chimichanga. Yelp did not disappoint. Tons of crab stuffed inside a hard tortilla. Served on a plate of rice and cabbage. Wow good. We also ordered off the special board. If wet burrito is spelled wrong then you know it will be good. We had fajita fixings and the shredded chicken. When she delivered the food to our table she warned it was hot. Burned my tongue it was so hot. But didn't care because it was goooood. read more

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I got this recommendation off of Reddit (lol). The scallop was not very sweet and the overall flavor profile was a little too tomato-forward. The fish taco was very tender and the sauce was not too heavy. It's not baja style so keep that in mind! Plenty of cabbage; eat shortly after taking out to ensure the flour tortilla doesn't stick to the wrapping. The family that runs the place is so sweet! Street parking only though, which can get a little competitive but not toooo bad. read more

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Hmmmm, the food was ok, not great. He had an enchilada special which came with beans & rice & priced about $18. These were the smallest enchiladas that we've seen at a Mexican restaurant. I had a fish taco & squid sope. The fish taco was ok, but the sope was a miss. I've had it before & the bottom masa was soggy rather than crispy & the calamari on top was chewy. There was only 1 kind of sauce offered to go with the food, & it was definitely needed. We're not big people, but we weren't full when we finished our meals. Wish there was signage stating the $1.00 fee for credit card usage and I don't get why many of the Mexican restaurants in the area don't offer free chips & salsa. read more

Was surprised this place wasn't more busy! Tasty large seafood tacos. ~$6 each at the time. Toddler approved. Was enough for two adults. Wasn't trying to pay for a view but was trying to get some good seafood. My favorite was the squid but the fish was solid to both me and hubby! read more

Delicious food! The manager or owner was very nice and works hard. Our group ordered the burritos, crab chimichanga, crab tacos, carne al pastor tacos, and fish taco. Casual dine in and clean. read more

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If you're looking for something authentic and full of flavor, this is the spot! The food is incredible--every bite tastes like a home-cooked meal, and the salsa is easily the best I've ever had. Beyond the kitchen, the staff is wonderful and makes you feel welcome the moment you walk through the door. The vibes are perfect for a great meal out. I honestly cannot recommend this place enough--100,000/10! read more

Taqueria Del Mar - Amazing food 1000/10 staff is also very polite!! - Mexican Near Me - Monterey, California

Our favorite crab tacos!! It's become our family tradition to stop by here first whenever we go down to Monterey. Thank you Nicholas!

The food was amazing and the service is just as amazing. Every time we are in the area we make sure we have to eat here. It was clean and cute inside. read more

the cutest and yummiest taqueria ever. i always try to come back here. the vibes inside are perfect too! love love love read more

Taqueria Del Mar - the cutest and yummiest taqueria ever. - Mexican Near Me - Monterey, California

Yummy tacos- shrimp & fish and great, wholesome service! The restaurant has been around for 40 years with the same chef! read more

Taqueria Del Mar - Lobster, scallops & shrimp tacos - Mexican Near Me - Monterey, California

The fish taco was so delicious. We went to Rosarito Beach in Baja Mexico the week before coming to Monterey, Ca... and the fish taco here at Taqueria Del Mar in Monterey, totally knocked out the Rosario fish tacos. The difference, is in Taqueria Del Mar has grill fish instead if the fried fish. also they give two tortillas and enough fish and cabbage to make two tacos. read more

Taqueria Del Mar - DELICIOUS FISH TACOS. - Mexican Near Me - Monterey, California

great fresh Mexican food cooked right in front of you very friendly and clean been going there for years

The crab chimichanga is out of this world, so good. Great service and a nice quiet place to sit and eat.

This place is so good! Big portions and very tasty. The salsa is fire I would come here again. Muy delicioso! read more

Taqueria Del Mar - Huaraches de pescado - Mexican Near Me - Monterey, California

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On vacation in Monterey, we decided we wanted a Mexican dinner. Only a mile from downtown Monterey, this neighborhood restaurant was a great find. Featuring a menu of a la carte items, specials, and combinations, we chose enchiladas and shrimp tacos. The food was fresh, well presented, and delicious (so much so, we returned later in the week for another dinner). The owner/chef is a charming man and runs a lovely business, making us feel welcome. read more

Fish tacos were so good we had to order seconds! Kids got Pastor and Beef tacos and those were also killer. The serving size is generous and very good service from the nice couple behind the counter. Definitely recommend checking it out! read more

This place was exactly what I wanted after getting overwhelmed in tourist hell over in the Wharf/Cannery Row -- a quaint hole-in-the-wall with surprisingly great food and good people watching. I wandered in an hour before close and grabbed a fish burrito, a Modelo, and a seat at the bar in the front. The foot traffic out front was entertaining to say the least haha. The burrito is approximately the size of my torso. It. Is. Intimidating! It comes with green and red salsas on the side, both of which I used a ton of. I wish the red sauce was spicier! My biggest complaint. Gimmie more hot! The burrito was amazing. Simple and so so good. The fish was so moist and broken into perfectly pieces. It was so flavorful and flaking apart perfectly. Besides that, the burrito just has sauteed cabbage and mayo and a bit of cheese. Pretty basic, and yet, so good. Overheard the person working tell a patron that the fish was sea bass. Mmmm! read more

Taqueria Del Mar - Modelo and a seat at the bar by the window - Mexican Near Me - Monterey, California

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This little unassuming Mexican restaurant happened to be along our walk from the Monterey Aquarium. We were actually headed to another Mexican eatery, but found it to be closed. We were disappointed, because Joe had done some pre-vacation research to try some keto friendly dishes that they had on their menu. The Taqueria Del Mar, is nothing fancy as you walk in, just your basic order counter with old fashion diner style interior. Joe asked the woman who showed us their menu, if he could make changes in how his food could be prepared and they had no problem making the adjustments to fit his restricted diet. He ordered the scallops & fish combo with sparkling mineral water, while I got a shrimp tostada and Diet Pepsi. Our food arrived to our table freshly made and looking delicious! My tostada was generously loaded with a mound of grilled shrimps, black beans, shredded cabbage, tomatoes, cheese, sour cream, and guacamole. It was good to the last bite. Even my tostada stayed crisp and crunchy to the end! Our meals were very satisfying, and we were glad that we ended up here after a long day at the aquarium! read more

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Extremely expensive - $60 for 3 quesadillas and 2 sodas. Took almost an hour to be made, bland.

The food here is always amazing. It's also so simple, clean, and healthy. Their Green Salsa(Tomatillo Salsa) is so good you could just drink it by its self. read more

Great food!! We had nachos, quesadilla, enchiladas and a chimichanga. All were prepared perfectly. Their salsa is amazing and they know it. They have squeeze bottles of it on the tables, which is my favorite thing!! This is a must visit if you are visit Cannery Row. Worked well for our family of 5. You know it's good when it has locals eating there. read more

Ugghhh such a solid spot. Hole in the wall is how it's supposed to be. Yes it's slow, because you're getting freshly cooked food ya freaks!!! Service was solid and gave us everything we needed. Highly recommended read more

This place has my favorite burrito- the artichoke burrito- and the couple who run the place are just lovely people. The vibe is warm, friendly, and homey. It's comfort food when I don't feel like cooking. Love it! read more

AMAZING!!!!! The fish tacos are incredible, (they're not fried fyi and they're sea bass) not fishy whatsoever! My husband and sister got the crab, scallop and shrimp tacos. All amazing. The salsa verde blew us out of the water. The rice and beans are great. We truly don't have enough positives to say. Incredible. Come here! N read more

Super yummy seafood tacos for a reasonable price just a couple blocks off of cannery Row. Sweet service. Mom and pop shop. The shrimp and scallop tacos were great read more

The food always great here. My family likes to visit Monterey regularly and we always have to stop in for fish tacos and shrimp burritos. The staff is friendly, making the service great. We feel at home each time we come in. read more

I've been going to Taqueria Del Mar since 1998. It's been owned by the same family the whole time, and the food has been fantastic consistently. Bright clean space, welcoming vibe, fresh ingredients. My favorite is the fish taco with rice and beans. It's got fresh cabbage, and this amazing sauce. The rice they have is probably my favorite of any Taqueria. It's got this chewiness to it that I love. And their salsas are fantastic. The chorizo burrito is a close second. read more

Man was the food tasty! After scuba class, came here for some quick Mexican takeout What a pleasant surprise; the crab taco had the most crab I have seen, fresh, just enough sauce so can really taste the crab. The al pastor burrito was good, great value as you can see for under $10. And the best was the seafood chimichanga, the most delicate, flaky and rich tasting fish; not sure the type of fish but taste like sea bass! If you want great fresh and tasty seafood Mexican dishes @decent prices, then come here and you will not be disappointed read more

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DUE TO COVID AS OF 07/17/20: -Masks required inside -No inside seating (they don't have outdoor tables) 1. THE CRAB TACO was pretty giant, filled thick with crab meat. It was decent but it lacked any flavor. It needed some kind of spice in my opinion. 2. THE MARISCOS EN CREMA DE AJO was delicious!! Because it was a plate, it came with rice and beans. The sauce was creamy but not too thick. This dish is a definite recommendation (my boyfriend ended up adding some the sauce to the crab taco) 3. THE SHRIMP & FISH CHIMICHANGA was again big but it didn't really have a wow factor. It came with rice and beans on the side, wasn't really complimenting. Would I come back? Sure. Just for the 2nd dish. read more

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After spending a most exhaustingly wonderful morning at the Monterey Aquarium, we drug our tired aching bodies up the hill to Lighthouse Avenue to grab some Mexican food. Unfortunately the Mexican food restaurant we wanted to eat at was closed so we trudged further up the street until we happened upon this little taqueria. My whole point for choosing the other Mexican restaurant was their keto friendly choices. Fortunately, the people in Taqueria Del Mar were super nice and accommodating when I brought up the subject that I did not see any keto friendly choices on their menu. I ended up ordering a fish and scallops tostada without the rice, beans and tortilla. They added extra salad and vegetables and the whole thing was delicious. The smoked paprika was a nice touch. It was refreshing to find people that were not just going through the motions and really took pride in what they do. I love giving my business to people like this. read more

Taqueria Del Mar - Mexican Near Me - Monterey, California

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We were heading back to the Bay Area and decided to stop by Monterey for lunch. If you want to avoid the tourist trap areas but want real authentic Mexican Food. Come here! its quaint but clean. You can tell the cook is passionate about his craft. I enjoyed the crab tacos.My husband scarfed down the carnitas. Super tasty and delicious! Will definitely return! read more

Taqueria Del Mar - Crab Tacos - Mexican Near Me - Monterey, California

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Two (Food and Service) out of three = Five Stars Ambiance be damned. Look...actually don't look, just accept the décor and get to the menu and order. The food is fresh, healthy and very well prepared, and the service prompt and friendly. I used to nearly always order the squid burrito, but the owner will not buy the local squid down at the wharf because it does not currently meet his standards. Until and if the quality squid returns, I order the shrimp burrito or shrimp tostado, and often an artichoke taco...delicious!!! Do NOT try to eat while driving. Flaw...they are supposed to open at 11:30 AM...they often don't open sharply...aim for 11:45 AM to Noon and you should be fine...worth it! I have been going here for 35+ years...but I am only loyal to my taste buds, wallet, and health. read more

Every time I get food from here the staff is so nice and attentive. The food is delicious!! The shrimp tacos are to die for and I always crave them! I always tell people to try this place out. If you're thinking of trying this place out, do it! They have a huge menu and it's definitely more on the affordable side. read more

I'm just having dinner at this place And the worst experience on my life Don't you ever stop at this place if you think you are going to have a great Mexican food totally unflavored and not the way I requested it. Service lady was very nice but food nasty so don't recommend it I can't believe this place it's open Since food is absolutely bad Please try to do a better job or really improve your kitchen service. Very very disappointed . read more

Great place . We ordered fish buritto, chicken tacos and "torta de artichoke" - a dish with veggie omelette, rice and beans . All were super yummy . read more

This place has some of the best Mexican food! Super nice staff, great little spot near some vintage shopping. A hidden gem. My family comes whenever we are in Monterey. read more

The owner came out very rude. The restaurant was not busy at all yet our food took forever to come out & cold. Do not eat here !! Bad service, bad food, bad place . Go to Dos Victorias Mexican . read more