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    Wahoo's

    3.8 (232 reviews)
    InexpensiveMexican, Seafood
    Closed 11:00 am - 8:30 pm
    Updated 2 months ago

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    WAHOO'S ATMOSPHERE

    What's the vibe?
    Moderate noise
    Casual
    Good for groups
    Outdoor seating

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    This does not smell or taste very good
    Elisa G.

    I came here to get passionfruit iced tea and paid for it and they were making it and I forgot to fill up my cup. I'm going back to get it but not to get any more shrimp because it's not very good. I do not recommend.

    Connie S.

    If you do want Wahoo's, don't go to this one. The service and food were horrible. We ordered 4 meals to dine in. We also ordered chips, which they charge for. The bowl was only half full and when my son asked for more, we had to pay for it. We spent over $70 for our meals. Then the food comes out, it looks just thrown on the plates. I ordered taquitos which were apparently not made. I had to wait another 10 minutes and my family was nearly done. The worst part-the photo is what they served for taquitos. Taquitos cut up and in a bowl, never mind that they were only half-filled with chicken. Sad part is we will probably never go back to another Wahoo's after this, it was that bad. Check out other recent reviews and save your money.

    Three tacos, white rice, and black beans.
    Bob S.

    First time at this location. The food here is delicious, there was great service, nice ambiance, and the music was very nice.

    Chicken tortilla soup
    Nancie M.

    So consistent is the word on this particular restaurant. The service the mgr is always amazing greeting customers and actually checking up on everyone and serving so hands on with this place .... I have never experienced this in a fast food restaurant ... kuddos to him! I am actually impressed with him and staff the food is consistent and the margaritas are exceptionally great the mango in particular. I am truly impressed

    Crispy fish sandwich, Fuego Carnitas Taco

    The Manager Miguel was absolutely amazing! He made sure everything was taken care of and his customer service was excellent! Food was also delicious and the fish sandwich was so good! Place was very relaxed with nice outdoor seating, I recommend coming to check this place out if you want some good fish/chicken/carnitas or carne asada! Thanks again Miguel!

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    1 year ago

    Great good, friendly people, fast service. Kids love the rice and beans, gumball machine is always a hit. Thank you!

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    My favorite restaurant of all time. Food is great and the staff is always so friendly!

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    The Maui steak bowl is delicious. The marinated steak is perfect. I also enjoy the chicken tortilla soup. Service is fast and friendly.

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    No one spoke English the toilets had shit on them and were backed up The don't take apple pay

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    2 years ago

    Always busy, fresh, tasty! Bonsai burrito wet, fish plate good. Baja Mexican style fast casual. Good

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    The food and service are consistently good. The fried fish taco was crispy, the slaw was fresh, and it was served in timely manner.

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