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    Baja Fish Tacos

    3.9 (384 reviews)
    Open 10:30 am - 9:00 pm
    Updated over 3 months ago

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    Outdoor seating
    Good for kids

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    1 Blackened Fish Taco 1 Ensenada-Style Taco
    Lloyd C.

    I stopped by randomly on a Wednesday lunch hour to try this place out. This place was busy but chill inside. The guy taking my order was friendly from the start. The tacos were really good and so was the salsa. I give a B+ grade for overall and I will be back soon for more!

    Blackened Fish Taco Ensenada fish taco Ribeye Taco*
    Katelynn R.

    Second time here and it did not disappoint! Tacos are made fresh and you can taste it! The ribeye taco was tender, juicy, and so flavorful. The guacamole was fresh and light. Service is quick and super friendly. Inside was clean and there's tables inside and out.

    Kisha L.

    I was hungry and saw this restaurant and went inside to check it out. It was similar to a Baja Fresh but better. I ordered a fish burrito with pinto beans, rice, and guacamole and I loved it. The fish was blackened so it gave the burrito a nice savory taste with a little bit of spice. Service was good but the clerk was a little forgetful when we received our order. She had forgotten to give us our sides' sauces we paid for and sour cream. Other than that she did a great job with the order. Nice place with a cool vibe. Easy parking is located in front of the restaurant. Prices were decent and the quality of the food ingredients was excellent. The The bathroom was clean but full of water on the floor which made it dangerous to walk. Other than that, I will dine here again if I am in the area and try more food items.

    Saddest $8 taco of all time
    John H.

    This place used to be great. They are starting to cut corners and make everything worse. They discontinued the incredible blackened chicken. The new chicken is dry and unseasoned. I got a special of the day taco for $8 and it was a single piece of unsalted unmarinated steak. Nothing on it no flavor. The worst taco I have ever had in my life. R.I.P. to one of my favorite spots

    Blackened fish tacos
    Louie M.

    Fresh quick well prepared delicious coastal Mexican food. Tacos burritos salads plates appetizers. Salsa bar in a beachside ambiance. Counter service and food is delivered to your table. Quick and efficient, clean dining room.

    Kat F.

    TL;DR - best Baja style Mexican food. Forget the other chains, this is the one! I ordered the shrimp tacos with white rice and black beans. It took every ounce of my being not to finish the whole plate. The shrimp are succulent and cooked in butter; the white rice is flavorful; the black beans were saucey with every bite. I'm a big fan of their salsa bar. My favorite is the green salsa and the marinated onions. I put those onions on everything! It's a fast casual place where you order at the counter, get your number, and take a seat. Servers will bring the food to your table. Service is friendly. Tons of parking in the lot. I'd probably eat here once a week if I lived closer.

    Shrimp taco (left) and Ensenada taco (right)
    Michelle ..

    Came on a Tuesday and it was already busy at around 5:30pm, though the space is huge so no issues finding a table. We ordered the shrimp and Ensenada (fried fish) tacos, along with a side of chips & salsa. Chips were served fresh and warm, salsa was self serve at the salsa bar. We took a number to our table and the food was served shortly after. The Ensenada was okay in flavor, most of which came from the 1 sauce drizzled over but the fish was slightly dry. The shrimp taco was better with more sauces, some cheese & flavor to the taco overall, but after getting to the shrimp itself, it started tasted like plain unseasoned shrimp. Shrimp was cooked well and portion was decent but I was hoping for a bit more out of the over $8 single taco.

    $23 Baja Salad with 6oz of meat. NOT !!!!
    John L.

    Great food when you eat there but when you get it to go it's terrible. This is my $23 salad with 6oz of meat. That's 6oz??? Come on $23 !!!!

    Shrimp Burrito.  Tedious to eat.
    Chris A.

    I think this place is overrated. The problem with fawning Yelp reviews is they create an expectation that most places can't live up to. This is one of those places. It's fast casual, so you order and pay at the counter. If you're eating in, they give you a number and bring the order to your table. If you're getting it to go, they call your name. Is it fast? No, it isn't. On the bright side of things, the food seems cooked to order. Expect a line. A lot of times, the line to order is out the door. Evidently, a lot of people like the place, Yelp darlings being what they are. The staff are friendly and on the ball. I have no complaints about the service. What about the food? I will rate it thusly: * Shrimp tacos - 5/5. The shrimp tacos are very good, but north of $26 with tax and tip if you order them with rice and beans. Skip the rice and beans. The shrimp tacos are generously portioned. * Carne Asada Burrito - 2/5. Nothing to write home about, and tedious to eat. It's north of $25 if you order it with rice and beans. Don't. The thing is huge. * Ensenada Style Fish Tacos. - 2/5. There are at least two places I can think of in Tustin that serve better Ensenada Style fish tacos. * Shrimp burrito - 2/5 Tedious to eat, and north of $26 with tax and tip. Would I eat there again? Yes, but I would get the shrimp tacos without the rice and beans.

    Tortilla soup with rice!
    May R.

    Baja Fish Tacos never disappoints! The food is always fresh and delicious, but what really stood out this time was the exceptional customer service. Everyone was friendly, attentive, and made sure we had everything we needed. A special shout-out to Mario & Gio* they go above and beyond to make sure our experience was perfect. You can tell he really cares about his customers. Definitely one of my favorite spots!

    Baja bowl + Ensenada Fish Platter
    Raquel M.

    This place never disappoints! We have been coming here as a family for years & we love it! Food: excellent! It feels fresh & full of flavor! Service: fast & great. Just fellow Mexicans working hard and love it. Ambiance: family friendly! Parking: super easy! I've tried sooo many items of their menu and have not been disappointed. Don't overlook this place!

    Original fish taco plate
    Amber S.

    Came in after doing some shopping. I got the Original Fish Taco Plate. Sooooo flavorful and delish. The food came out fast, the tables were frequently cleaned and the seating was plenty open. Would def recommend!

    Fish salad, chicken platter and shrimp taquito

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    Great food, great service! What else can I say? The area is also very clean and the ambiance is great.

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    2 years ago

    Why this place has 4 is beyond belief. Place is rad. Que Rico! No one should give less then cinco estrellas .

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    Food is mid and actually expensive. $20 for a burrito and fountain drink. Service was great through. I'd probably comeback till next year.

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    Always the best food here. The service is a 10 all the time. The restaurant is always so clean and inviting. Definitely will be back.

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    Ordered for 5 adults and everyone raved about their orders. The fish was exceptional and the order without errors. Staff very pleasant.

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    Ask the Community - Baja Fish Tacos

    Do they make the fish tacos with fresh fish or its frozen?

    Our fish tacos are made with wahoo that is flash frozen on the boats after the catch.

    What kind of fish do they use? Swai? Cod? Tilapia?

    Fish used is the Wahoo, also known as the Ono.

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    Cerveza Cito

    Cerveza Cito

    4.4
    (307 reviews)
    2.0 mi
    $$

    David helped me out and got me setup for a great hangout night with friends while back in town…read more Their Shaky Dog West Coast IPA is super tasty. Very welcoming and friendly staff. Great to talk to him and get the background on the Cerveza Cito. Recommend anyone to stop by for a great location, ambiance, beer, and staff. I will certainly be a repeat customer whenever I am in town.

    I've been coming here for many years, and this was my first time attending one of their watch…read moreparties. Unfortunately, the venue was not equipped to handle an event of this size. There was a line out the door just to order drinks, with only two bartenders working. The second-floor bar was closed, so I went up to the third-floor bar and waited in line for almost an hour before eventually giving up. What made it more frustrating was that the bartenders seemed to be serving people crowding around the bar instead of those who had been waiting in line. There really should have been someone managing the line to keep things organized and fair. We arrived about 2.5 hours before the game started and were able to find seating, but by halftime the place felt completely over capacity--to the point where it was difficult to move around. There should have been staff at the entrance monitoring capacity and controlling entry. We ended up leaving at halftime. Honestly, this was the worst experience I've had at a brewery, and after being a longtime customer, I'll probably take a break from coming back for a while.

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    Native Son OC

    Native Son OC

    3.8
    (452 reviews)
    1.9 mi
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    Native Son is a solid 4/5 stars…read more Parking is easy to access in the garage behind the building. They don't validate, but the 1st hour is free. To locate the restaurant, go up the stairs on the side. Happy hour is every day, 4-6PM The drinks are good and they have a good selection of beers and cocktails. You order at the bar and the service is quick. The food, however, is underwhelming. Regular fries are not great but the Cajun fries are better. Fries are enough to feed 2-3 people. The chicken tenders on the other hand are very small, and you get more sauce than chicken. The good thing about it is that the food was cheaper during happy hour. Some of the chairs/benches were uncomfortable, but overall, sitting outside is nice.

    I've been coming here for years, but after my most recent experience, I will not be returning. I…read morewas treated with clear disrespect and unfair service by one of the staff members. I came in with friends and ordered a pitcher along with several shots. The server, a young white male, brought the shots and only one cup of beer. I immediately told him I had ordered a pitcher, but he insisted I never said that -- even though I had already been charged. To avoid arguing, I told him to just bring a pitcher and charge me again respectfully. He refused and told me I would have to go back and wait in line if I wanted one. When I asked to speak with a manager, he said the manager was unavailable. We later noticed him walking around the patio taking pitcher requests from other customers and bringing them directly to their tables without sending them back in line. We politely asked again, and he said "okay," but repeatedly ignored us, walking past our table multiple times. When my friend followed up, he suddenly claimed he couldn't serve us and again told us to get back in line. There was no clear reason for the difference in treatment. Watching others get served while we were repeatedly refused, despite being respectful customers, made the situation feel discriminatory. As Latino customers in a predominantly Latino community, the behavior came across as biased and unacceptable. It's extremely disappointing because I've supported this place for nearly a decade and had never experienced anything like this before. Unfortunately, this interaction completely changed my view of this establishment. I would not recommend coming here if respectful and fair service matters to you.

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    Wursthaus

    Wursthaus

    4.3
    (1k reviews)
    2.0 mi
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    Man, I have been looking at this place and never seemed to go. What a mistake. This is like my…read moreperfect place: sausage, fries and beer! Juan gave me a quick tour. Food is ordered up front and beer is in the back bar area. The beers are all German and Belgian which is a nice change from most places. They have many styles of sausages and you can top them with any of their toppings. There's even vegetarian sausages so no one is left out. Belgian fries cooked 3 times is their other specialty served with a bunch of sauce options. There's an outdoor patio area and the bar area inside where most of the seating is. It took me too long to visit here but I'll be back soon.

    Founded in 2014, Wursthaus was created by friends with the idea of bringing a modern European-style…read morebeer hall experience to Orange County. Their concept focused on gourmet sausages, Belgian and German beers, communal dining tables, and a relaxed social atmosphere. We came here with our group our friend and got to feast upon some dogs and wursts. One of the interesting features that have is that they carry exotic proteins such as alligators, rabbit, or rattlesnake in their links; but if you're more of a vanilla eater, than you're probably opt for the beef, pork or chicken flavored. Either way, make sure you pair it with any of their 10+ beers on tap and you'll for sure enjoy every moment of that bite. I ordered their cheddar bratwurst topped with pickled jalapenos and carmelized onions in a pretzel bun. The wurst was kind of the dry side but beer always helps. I do think sometimes that they over cook it which drys out all the delicious fat out of the links but I am here for drinks and a good time. Great spot to hang out for any type of gathering.

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    Club 616

    Club 616

    4.6
    (188 reviews)
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    When I said "Bar" and "Santa Ana" in the Yelp search - of course it said "Club 616" in the first…read morespot - OF COURSE IT SAID 616!!! I was lucky enough to stumble across this gem of the center of OC when they first opened - and I am proud to be a regular here. I don't know how to go somewhere else - because I feel like the staff are giant gems in this jewel of a spot. Winters is a curator of boozy information that has helped me learn about "gin" and "root beer whiskey" so I can sound like an adult-ish purveyor, when really I know close to nothing except being a willing student to his creations. Dan the Man and Jacob always see me raise my hand in the corner of the bar, like the student I am, and have been willing to fill in the blanks for me when I know I am of thirst, but do not have the words for what to order. Every person working in the well has treated me with kindness - they have taken the time to get to know me, and I will be forever appreciative of how they have taken care of me over the years. But the real joy has been the transformation that this spot has for building a community of people in Santa Ana for real recognizing real. I have been bringing my Dad with me to play pool for the past few years. Sometimes people ask me if he plays professionally, I am terrible, and my skill incline is slow, he is patient and plays with the same level craftiness that the staff offer the cocktails. My Dad is always stoked when we have time to go have a few hours of games at 616 - especially now that there are regulars on 4th street that are excited to see that he is there playing - and they rush to write their names on the chalkboard to challenge him - or beat him in a game they really earned the W. On lazy Sundays, I watch couples sit with their drink, listening to Jazz, and watching my Dad whoop my ass while making amazing shots. I am forever grateful to Memo who sometimes takes a break from his shift behind the bar to give my dad an actual challenge - which allows me the chance to watch my Dad enjoy fellowship around the table. Knowing the table was a relic of the bars former self, and knowing the history that this spot has in Santa Ana is a reminder that so much around us can change - but it is those moments of the crack of the rack, the cheer of getting the combo shot, and the shake of hands when it's over that shows that it's not just about the pool table - but about the energy of a place that is welcoming and curated by people who care about what they do - and care about who comes through their doors. Thank you Jason and Mike B to bringing this to 4th St and supporting the community that was already here - and for building a community for the future. Thank you to Christina and Brandon for always having amazing pictures, decor, and fun events at 616 that help introduce new folks into this great spot. Time is short. Learn about Root Beer Whiskey. Write your name on the Chalk Board. No one lives forever.

    I love the vibe here. It's about the energy and atmosphere for sure. Reminiscent of the bars /…read moreclubs in Baja California or Mexico in general, it's lively with a back patio area and even like a taquero there, at least on weekends. The drat beer selection is solid and the cocktails are well crafted. Highly recommend this spot. One of my favorite it's Downtown Stabba Ana

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    Hammer Burger

    Hammer Burger

    4.5
    (783 reviews)
    2.0 mi
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    Hammer Burger has quickly become one of our favorite casual spots for smash burgers, hot dogs, and…read moreshakes. Their smash burgers are cooked perfectly every time -- crispy edges, juicy center -- and the Hammer Sauce takes them to another level. They also offer a variety of sauces for free, including chipotle mayo, ranch, and my personal favorite, the jalapeño ranch. All of them pair really well with their shoestring fries. We usually park in the nearby parking structure, which (if I'm remembering correctly) offers the first hour free. The only thing to be aware of is that the area sometimes hosts street events, and on those days the structure charges a flat $10 fee even if you're just there to eat. Otherwise, it's an easy short walk to the restaurant. Inside, Hammer Burger has both a bar area and a dining area. You order at the counter, and the food is brought out to you. The staff has always been friendly, helpful, and welcoming. Overall, great food, great service, and a solid spot for a satisfying smash burger.

    Wanna demolish a gloriously messy burger and catch the game at the same time? Then this is the spot…read morefor you! The Classic Burger arrives exactly how a smash burger should: wide, crispy-edged patties spilling over the bun, melty cheese, and mustardy House sauce dripping down our hands with every bite. What surprised us most was actually the sauce lineup. Most burger joints offer a couple of options and call it a day. Here, we've got buttermilk ranch, jalapeño ranch, chipotle mayo, white BBQ, Hammer sauce, and our fave: garlic toum. Creamy, garlicky, and addictive - we found ourselves dunking everything into it! The vibe is relaxed and lively, with plenty of TVs showing sports and a crowd that's there for good food and a good time. One thing to keep in mind: parking can be a bit of an adventure. There's plenty of metered street parking around, but it's a busy area, so you may need to circle a bit before scoring a spot.

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    everywhere

    everywhere

    4.5
    (206 reviews)
    1.3 mi
    $$

    I like IPA's. They have the best IPA's I've ever had. It compares to the best "Pliny" beer. (…read morePliny for president 2024 in my opinion) Also compares to "Lunch" from Maine beer company. Beer is a little steep buy I don't mind paying a little extra when I know I'm going to love it! I usually go to the Everywhere in Orange but visited the one in Portland Oregon. It was really nice! The Orange location is great. The bartenders and really friendly and helpful. They have other beers that have won awards too!

    They have both a parking lot and street parking, so parking wasn't really an issue. Came on a day…read morethe Angels were playing and this place was packed before the game, but it cleared out once it started. Definitely seems like a great pregame spot. There's a good mix of indoor and outdoor seating with both small and large tables, plus plenty of bar seating both inside and out. The space is very clean, modern, and aesthetically pleasing. They also have TVs inside and play music, but not so loud that you can't hold a conversation. Workers were friendly and helpful. I tried two different hazy IPAs and both were great. They also have rotating food trucks. I saw a lot of people ordering some wild looking drinks topped with whipped cream or even ice cream, which looked interesting. Overall a really solid brewery and I'd definitely come back.

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