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I had the octopus, which was grilled. It was tender, but had some mole type of sauce, which would have been better on the side. It was served on a metal grill that was kept hot in the table by heat. There were plenty of grilled onions with it. The drinks were really good. Try the Mexican martini!
Placed an order to go. Food portion for the Classic ceviche was so small. I was sure they made a mistake, so I called and sent a photo and I was told that was the portion. I don't think so. I've dined in before and the to go order looked like a kids serving.
I felt like I came to a completely different seafood restaurant, total 180 from the one I used to love. This nightclub, sorry I mean restaurant is slowly going away from being a reputable seafood spot. Now it's just a bar to enjoy small bites and a beer so avoid it if you want to enjoy it with your family. We can't even talk! Now the food was the worst I've had! My fish which was pictured on the menu looked nothing like it! It was so dry, burnt and awful, the shrimp was also overcooked and rubbery, like who wants to eat that? I felt so bad asking for a new dish only because the server was nice and we already had to wait a long time for our food to be served. I feel like a lot of things are being overlooked when they are so focused on the loud karaoke singer and having those beers full. I will not come back, this place is now overrated. Once a gem in the area now just a dull rock! P.s. watch out when you pay, the itemized receipts are different when it comes to the tip.
On Friday August 15, 2025 we went to celebrate a birthday party in a party of 4 adults to the 22400 Hwy 249 location & enjoyed good food, with appetizers and one michelada for 3 of the 4 of us. When it came time for clearing the check, I had the waitress Giselle (Yosi M on the receipt) hold a machine to pay the tab in front of me and said sign. I asked how do I know how much or the tip and she said it will print after you sign and since the bill was over $150, tip was automatically added. I said really, how much and she said 15%. I signed and she printed a receipt right there at the table, off the machine & I guess she expected I couldn't do math & she walked away, paid. Immediately I saw our bill was not in fact over $150 it was $149.60 with tax. So I then factored 15% of that and saw the tip was not that but 25% of that; $37.40. So, Not $150 bill,not 15% tip! So I asked for a manager and Nancy came over at the hostess stand and we she asked we step outside to the entrance and I told her and showed her what happened. She mentioned upon seeing the bill & the added tip the waitress chose, that they don't add tips even to big parties or any size check. She also mentioned there had already been complaints about her adding tips to checks with thar waitress & just that day, they had reprimanded her about 3 similar complaints!! Not fired! The manager Nancy agreed it was a problem, went back to get a copy of the receipt and as she came back with that copy I saw she has cash for my refund of my tip I hadn't given, but it was cash, despite I paid with my debit card(). Then another customer came out, very upset and said that same waitress added a 40% tip without his approval and she had done it before to him and he wanted action. We were floored and as we were there now, 2 customers at the door exposing being ripped off with tips, then a man came out all in black and said "enough, she's out of here", huffed around a bit & went back in. Perhaps the GM?? I was given my tip back but in tip money, 1 ten, 3 fives, and 12 dollar bills... odd bill choice for a debit card tip refund. No offer to comp the bill. I sat there for a few minutes with our birthday party outside, watching the other ripped off customer, who seemed he had a few drinks, getting real pissed. We left it looked like it was going to be a much bigger scene about to break with that. Now the next day, we have to wonder; Why the refund with tip money, is it for no paper trail with the credit card receipts?? It happened to us and another customer at the same time and that's not coincidence, plus he said it happened to him before there. What? This has happened tonight and before and the waitress Gisele (aka Yosi M from Guatemala) is still there!!??!!?? That quick show by the possibly general manager was great, but he didn't offer to comp a meal, didn't get involved and was simply there for a minute maybe 2 with 2 customers that just got ripped off by his staff. He went right back in and his momentary appearance was simply that, momentary. No apology, no pleas come back, not much but a bit of a huff in a so so cameo appearance.... Is this a scheme involving more than the waitress? How often has this happened? Are ALL their customers checking their receipts and tips? Very disturbing and now, I'm concerned about the machine at the table the waitress used to scan my card and pay herself a better tip! She was going to probably get 20%, she chose 25% in my case, 40% with the other customer but he had been drinking and maybe she thought she was an easier mark... Does La Vida Seafood know this is happening ing, what about Los Cucos next door run by the same company? Does the owner know his staff is allowing multiple instances at this location of stealing from customers? Are they stealing from him or just loosing his customers? Very troubling!
Comida superr mal presentada y poquita !! Tostada de ceviche mas bien parece tostada de pepino muy raquiticos sua platillos
This is a regular stop for us and I was surprised to see I hadn't previously left a review. It's a big boisterous place with a big bar, a couple of covered outdoor seating areas and plenty of indoor seating with an elevated stage. It gets quite busy at peak times and sometimes there's a bit of a wait, especially for larger groups, which the tend to attract. The seafood is consistently very good and the non seafood items are up to standard as well. Favorites include Fish Plays Azul, Seafood all Vapor and Mango Fish. Their ceviche is very good as well. They have some nice lunch specials that aren't on the dinner menu, and it is a bit quieter in the afternoon. Lots of big screen TVs with a focus on soccer /futbol. The service is good for such a busy place; the wait staff hustles and does a pretty good job of keeping up. Generally fairly noisy at night with folks celebrating birthdays, etc. If you want a bit more quiet, choose the outdoor patio. Karaoke night are pretty crazy but good fun. Evenings they also some times have strolling mariachi musicians as well. Our pet name for Vida is "The Crazy Mexican Fish Place" which kind of captures it all. We have been many times and have never been disappointed.
I went last weekend with my brother and it was lovely. Their Halloween decor was photo worthy and I love their ambience. Reminds me of beach I always get their large house shrimp fried rice and it's perfect for 2 people. Do ask for habanero if you like it a little spicy. Also, they had some great alcoholic and virgin drinks to try. I would definitely go again and again.
We came here for a business lunch on Tuesday two weeks ago, and had a solid experience! My group was able to get seated immediately and without a reservation, which was nice. The hostess was very friendly, and Lucy did a great job taking care of us as our waitress. As for the food, it was delicious! Definitely recommend the guacamole as an appetizer. The fish was fresh, and everything was brought out warm. The only thing I would say is for the mojarra frita, it is a lot of fish to peel with small fish bones inside the fish. I would probably get the shrimp the next time instead. Overall though, it was a great experience!
This place is big! Lots of space for seating and outdoor seating that is covered. Sucks bathroom is far away is my only complaint. Food was excellent and very authentic. I love aguachiles which is hard to find and one that tastes authentic as if you were in Playa De Carmen. Micheladas were good and I recommend as well. The basic and the fancy one too. Fish tacos are delicious and not fishy. They come with the best refried black beans and homemade corn tortillas. The beef quesadillas are so delicious. The beef is perfect also aligns with the queso flameado which is just as good if you add beef to it as well again comes with homemade corn tortillas which you don't find everywhere. That the only dish that was not liked in my visit was the chipotle shrimp that comes on the Delmar plate, which is shrimp and beef (surf and turf) Other than that, everything else was delicious I can't wait to be back. I just wanna make sure I don't go when the band is there that is too loud for me but if you like the band, they have it on the weekends about 9 PM so it should be a party But when I was there they had mariachis which were very good. We actually stayed to listen to them after we closed out. If you're expecting chips and salsa, this place does not do that. They serve you warm bread and butter. No complaints about the service. Everything was on point.
I remember visiting this location about a year ago and enjoying it, so decided to visit again. This turned out to be the last time I ever go back. I ordered the beef fajitas, which is a pretty basic dish. They somehow managed to be hot and cold at the same time. The fajitas were all burned on the outside but cold and rubbery on the inside, as though they had been reheated from earlier in the day. The tortillas were hard and just fell apart in your hands as you picked them up. Asked for new tortillas and they brought the "fresh" ones pictured. Never going back nor do I recommend.
We came to celebrate my daughter's bday once again! We love coming here because it's a little taste of Mexico, the staff is very friendly, the menu is extensive, the food is really good and a plus, they always have life music. We made a reservation for 12 people, and they were able to accommodate us with no problem. They always have plenty of parking space available, small or large vehicles The menu is extensive, and you will find something for everyone in your party, they also have great cocktails, and add wide variety of beers. Our server was very attentive and we also helped by William who made our experience very pleasant. Check out the food we ordered, I'm sure you would love to try them all. read more
Don't sleep on Vida Mariscos. This place gets better the longer it's been there. Today one was of the best meals I've had in a while. Their ceviche is some of the best around. This new chicharrone with guacamole was a nice new addition to their menu as well. Their yelp rating should be 4 star minimum, but honestly probably deserves higher. read more
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8 months ago
I had the octopus, which was grilled. It was tender, but had some mole type of sauce, which would have been better on the side. It was served on a metal grill that was kept hot in the table by heat. There were plenty of grilled onions with it. The drinks were really good. Try the Mexican martini! read more
5 months ago
Placed an order to go. Food portion for the Classic ceviche was so small. I was sure they made a mistake, so I called and sent a photo and I was told that was the portion. I don't think so. I've dined in before and the to go order looked like a kids serving. read more
I felt like I came to a completely different seafood restaurant, total 180 from the one I used to love. This nightclub, sorry I mean restaurant is slowly going away from being a reputable seafood spot. Now it's just a bar to enjoy small bites and a beer so avoid it if you want to enjoy it with your family. We can't even talk! Now the food was the worst I've had! My fish which was pictured on the menu looked nothing like it! It was so dry, burnt and awful, the shrimp was also overcooked and rubbery, like who wants to eat that? I felt so bad asking for a new dish only because the server was nice and we already had to wait a long time for our food to be served. I feel like a lot of things are being overlooked when they are so focused on the loud karaoke singer and having those beers full. I will not come back, this place is now overrated. Once a gem in the area now just a dull rock! P.s. watch out when you pay, the itemized receipts are different when it comes to the tip. read more
1 year ago
On Friday August 15, 2025 we went to celebrate a birthday party in a party of 4 adults to the 22400 Hwy 249 location & enjoyed good food, with appetizers and one michelada for 3 of the 4 of us. When it came time for clearing the check, I had the waitress Giselle (Yosi M on the receipt) hold a machine to pay the tab in front of me and said sign. I asked how do I know how much or the tip and she said it will print after you sign and since the bill was over $150, tip was automatically added. I said really, how much and she said 15%. I signed and she printed a receipt right there at the table, off the machine & I guess she expected I couldn't do math & she walked away, paid. Immediately I saw our bill was not in fact over $150 it was $149.60 with tax. So I then factored 15% of that and saw the tip was not that but 25% of that; $37.40. So, Not $150 bill,not 15% tip! So I asked for a manager and Nancy came over at the hostess stand and we she asked we step outside to the entrance and I told her and showed her what happened. She mentioned upon seeing the bill & the added tip the waitress chose, that they don't add tips even to big parties or any size check. She also mentioned there had already been complaints about her adding tips to checks with thar waitress & just that day, they had reprimanded her about 3 similar complaints!! Not fired! The manager Nancy agreed it was a problem, went back to get a copy of the receipt and as she came back with that copy I saw she has cash for my refund of my tip I hadn't given, but it was cash, despite I paid with my debit card(). Then another customer came out, very upset and said that same waitress added a 40% tip without his approval and she had done it before to him and he wanted action. We were floored and as we were there now, 2 customers at the door exposing being ripped off with tips, then a man came out all in black and said "enough, she's out of here", huffed around a bit & went back in. Perhaps the GM?? I was given my tip back but in tip money, 1 ten, 3 fives, and 12 dollar bills... odd bill choice for a debit card tip refund. No offer to comp the bill. I sat there for a few minutes with our birthday party outside, watching the other ripped off customer, who seemed he had a few drinks, getting real pissed. We left it looked like it was going to be a much bigger scene about to break with that. Now the next day, we have to wonder; Why the refund with tip money, is it for no paper trail with the credit card receipts?? It happened to us and another customer at the same time and that's not coincidence, plus he said it happened to him before there. What? This has happened tonight and before and the waitress Gisele (aka Yosi M from Guatemala) is still there!!??!!?? That quick show by the possibly general manager was great, but he didn't offer to comp a meal, didn't get involved and was simply there for a minute maybe 2 with 2 customers that just got ripped off by his staff. He went right back in and his momentary appearance was simply that, momentary. No apology, no pleas come back, not much but a bit of a huff in a so so cameo appearance.... Is this a scheme involving more than the waitress? How often has this happened? Are ALL their customers checking their receipts and tips? Very disturbing and now, I'm concerned about the machine at the table the waitress used to scan my card and pay herself a better tip! She was going to probably get 20%, she chose 25% in my case, 40% with the other customer but he had been drinking and maybe she thought she was an easier mark... Does La Vida Seafood know this is happening ing, what about Los Cucos next door run by the same company? Does the owner know his staff is allowing multiple instances at this location of stealing from customers? Are they stealing from him or just loosing his customers? Very troubling! read more
8 months ago
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Veronica H.
Hi Jan, we're thrilled to hear you enjoyed your visit in our…
1 year ago
Comida superr mal presentada y poquita !! Tostada de ceviche mas bien parece tostada de pepino muy raquiticos sua platillos read more
This is a regular stop for us and I was surprised to see I hadn't previously left a review. It's a big boisterous place with a big bar, a couple of covered outdoor seating areas and plenty of indoor seating with an elevated stage. It gets quite busy at peak times and sometimes there's a bit of a wait, especially for larger groups, which the tend to attract. The seafood is consistently very good and the non seafood items are up to standard as well. Favorites include Fish Plays Azul, Seafood all Vapor and Mango Fish. Their ceviche is very good as well. They have some nice lunch specials that aren't on the dinner menu, and it is a bit quieter in the afternoon. Lots of big screen TVs with a focus on soccer /futbol. The service is good for such a busy place; the wait staff hustles and does a pretty good job of keeping up. Generally fairly noisy at night with folks celebrating birthdays, etc. If you want a bit more quiet, choose the outdoor patio. Karaoke night are pretty crazy but good fun. Evenings they also some times have strolling mariachi musicians as well. Our pet name for Vida is "The Crazy Mexican Fish Place" which kind of captures it all. We have been many times and have never been disappointed. read more
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2 years ago
I went last weekend with my brother and it was lovely. Their Halloween decor was photo worthy and I love their ambience. Reminds me of beach I always get their large house shrimp fried rice and it's perfect for 2 people. Do ask for habanero if you like it a little spicy. Also, they had some great alcoholic and virgin drinks to try. I would definitely go again and again. read more
We came here for a business lunch on Tuesday two weeks ago, and had a solid experience! My group was able to get seated immediately and without a reservation, which was nice. The hostess was very friendly, and Lucy did a great job taking care of us as our waitress. As for the food, it was delicious! Definitely recommend the guacamole as an appetizer. The fish was fresh, and everything was brought out warm. The only thing I would say is for the mojarra frita, it is a lot of fish to peel with small fish bones inside the fish. I would probably get the shrimp the next time instead. Overall though, it was a great experience! read more
2 years ago
This place is big! Lots of space for seating and outdoor seating that is covered. Sucks bathroom is far away is my only complaint. Food was excellent and very authentic. I love aguachiles which is hard to find and one that tastes authentic as if you were in Playa De Carmen. Micheladas were good and I recommend as well. The basic and the fancy one too. Fish tacos are delicious and not fishy. They come with the best refried black beans and homemade corn tortillas. The beef quesadillas are so delicious. The beef is perfect also aligns with the queso flameado which is just as good if you add beef to it as well again comes with homemade corn tortillas which you don't find everywhere. That the only dish that was not liked in my visit was the chipotle shrimp that comes on the Delmar plate, which is shrimp and beef (surf and turf) Other than that, everything else was delicious I can't wait to be back. I just wanna make sure I don't go when the band is there that is too loud for me but if you like the band, they have it on the weekends about 9 PM so it should be a party But when I was there they had mariachis which were very good. We actually stayed to listen to them after we closed out. If you're expecting chips and salsa, this place does not do that. They serve you warm bread and butter. No complaints about the service. Everything was on point. read more
7 months ago
Great ambiance, service was professional, ordered the Pescado al vapor, was tasty! Would consider coming back for another Saturday night. read more
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I remember visiting this location about a year ago and enjoying it, so decided to visit again. This turned out to be the last time I ever go back. I ordered the beef fajitas, which is a pretty basic dish. They somehow managed to be hot and cold at the same time. The fajitas were all burned on the outside but cold and rubbery on the inside, as though they had been reheated from earlier in the day. The tortillas were hard and just fell apart in your hands as you picked them up. Asked for new tortillas and they brought the "fresh" ones pictured. Never going back nor do I recommend. read more
2 years ago
First time at Vida Mariscos after Los Cucos burned down and brutally honest. The service and waiters/waitresses are extremely friendly. The music was very loud, but it was a Saturday night, it's a huge bar and grill/restaurant makes sense. My wife had the cheese enchiladas and I had the shrimp tacos we were both unimpressed with our meals. The presentation looked great and the food was hot, but quality of flavor did not meet my expectations. read more
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Veronica H.
Hi Derrick, thank you for taking the time to leave a review. We are…
1 year ago
2 years ago
It was my first time there and just walking in was amazed by the atmosphere. The drinks were on point but omg the food was so delicious and worth every penny. Our waitress was awesome. We loved it so much we went back 2 days later. read more
1 year ago
2 years ago
Service was good. Ambience was a bit loud. Aguachilles was delicious. And paella was good. read more
3 years ago
So far the best food in Houston. Good price for an excellent meal. Ambience is also very welcoming. This is from Now on our go to restaurant!! read more
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Veronica H.
Hi Aida, we're thrilled to hear you enjoyed your visit in our…
We came out with a party of 9, they sat us for a party of 7. This is how it starts. They are understaffed. Completely understaffed. My food pictures look fantastic, because I'm good with a camera. But all of the food came out cold AF. Not good. They never brought water, I had to go to the bar myself. And they never brought half of the things we asked for (water, napkins, queso, enchiladas, the right orders). It has potential, if their service wasn't awful, take the free advice. I don't usually leave bad reviews unless they're earned. And this was earned. Wouldn't try, to next door to Los Cucos, or across the street to El Palenque. Maybe this gets better one day, but not today. read more
1 year ago
1 year ago
My family's go to restaurant, so many options, delicious appetizers, and an amazing menu of drinks! The absolute best !!! read more
2 years ago
I one thousand percent recommend this place but you have to ask for Karen at the bar she makes the BEST margaritas! TOTALLY would only come for her she's the absolute sweetest and most wonderful person everrrrr!!!!! Love her read more
2 years ago
The margaritas, both frozen and on the rocks, were absolutely delicious. The service was top-notch and incredibly helpful. I particularly enjoyed the live band and the abundance of TVs to catch all the soccer games. Try the pulpo!! I loved it!! read more
2 years ago
The seafood is soo good and always taste fresh. Loved that the shrimp and fish were crunchy not soggy like some places! They have awesome performances often, my only problem is that the speakers are way too loud, it was making our ears ring. I think turning down the volume just a little bit would've made the ambiance better than it already was. read more
2 years ago
Playa Azul Fish Plate 5/5 - good portion size - delicious rice - flavorful crab topping Calamari 3.5/5 - dry and thin - fries were crunchy and crispy but I'd opt for the rice next time Mango fish 5/5 - good portion size - yummy rice - nice tasting mango Vibes were 10/10 and they did a lot to celebrate Father's Day. read more
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