Chula Seafood Uptown

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Fish burrito, unfortunately cut in half you don't see any fish _ it was all on one side of the burrito.

Jeremiah S.

Fresh Fish, High Prices, and One Very Confused Burrito This is a solid spot for quality seafood in a casual drop-in setting... but your wallet will definitely know you were here. On this visit, I ordered a fish burrito, chips, and a soda. After tip, the total came to about $35. See pics. For that price, I'm expecting the burrito to have at least a rough understanding of where the fish is supposed to go. Unfortunately, one side appeared to be fish-free and the other side looked like it had inherited the entire ocean. About 75% of the burrito was rice, fries and hopes. The remaining 25% was all the fish. Now, to be fair, the fish itself was fresh and tasted great. That's never been the issue. The problem is that when you're charging premium prices, consistency matters. A $12 burrito can get away with having an identity crisis. A $35 lunch should have its ingredients evenly distributed. What's tricky is that I've eaten here before and had genuinely good experiences. In fact, previous visits would have earned a solid 4 stars from me. This particular burrito was more of a 2-star performance, so I'm splitting the difference and landing at 3 stars overall. Is the fish fresh? Absolutely. Is the restaurant good? Generally, yes. Is it worth the price? That's where the conversation starts.

Carter K.

First time at the Uptown Chula location, and was very impressed with the visit. The restaurant is huge and has indoor/outdoor seating with mister fans outside making for comfortable summer seating. I always suggest getting some fresh seafood to cook at home on your way out, the freshest seafood in AZ! The crispy fish tacos were beer battered and topped with a delicious Baja sauce, some of the best crispy fish tacos I've ever had. The spicy tuna poke bowl came with large helpings of fresh toppings and warm rice. Everything was so good, Chula never misses!

Maria A.

We came here after a massive shopping trip and were quite hungry. It was that weird in between time of 3:30pm where we hadn't eaten anything for lunch and it was super early for dinner. After looking up stuff in the vicinity, we found this spot. First off, it's a nice space with plenty of other businesses surrounding the area. There is ample parking, and they have plenty of indoor and some outdoor seating. There is a separate bar area (it wasn't in use when we visited) but I wouldn't mind stopping in again to try out a drink or two. The menu was posted and they also had a section where you could order seafood to go (take home and cook). The special happy hour menu was posted for the day and is from 3-5pm Mon-Sat and included deals on oysters, tacos, ceviche, beer, wine, etc. We opted for the Chef Choice Hand Roll, Ceviche as a tostada, Crispy Fish Taco, Uptown HH Taco, and Po Boy along with a white wine. The service was pretty quick and the food quality was top notch. The ceviche was a nice personal sized portion, as well as the po boy. The tacos were what I would consider remained street tacos and I probably could've had at least 3 or 4 tacos alone if I just ate the tacos, since they were the perfect size. For the hand roll, it honestly looked like a work of art and was quite delicious, and came with a nice sauce (part Wasabi part soy, etc from the taste). Presentation was excellent and the service was pretty quick. I had no idea that they have multiple locations in Uptown Phoenix and Scottsdale, with ebolrsalr options in San Diego and cannot wait to try them out elsewhere in the future. Definitely want to check this place out again and explore more of the menu!

Shay K.

It's a beautiful place and they had a lot of salmon. I got salmon dip but they only had 1 kind. I'll check back again and maybe get some of the prepared smoked salmon for a croissant sandwich

HH menu for 1/4/26 - no idea what fish for "Katsu" burger...

Vivian H.

I have been to Chula before and I do like their fish entrees however their price point are only for those with Jansen Huang type of money so my piggy bank is usually saved up for when they have happy hour. I usually can't make it to their 3-5pm happy hour, but today, I made it to their all day Sunday happy hour! Yvonne, at the bar, was superb! She made me a great cocktail margarita and provided good service. The cocktail margarita was excellent and for $8, was truly a steal! I ordered their island poke and also their katsu burger special. Island poke was good, they use a salsa macha (which I love - TJs also has this and its great on vanilla ice cream - I had a taste at TJs and was like wow - I have to recreate this at home except can't digest certain lactose! I put salsa macha in my noodles). This dish also has watermelon radish (I love this veggie), grilled pina, and other veggies and the flavors were really popping with the tuna. At 4oz, this is more a starter honestly, and for $14, its worth it! The "katsu" burger was just OK. I actually thought this was a meat katsu, but I wasnt thinking fast enough to ask Yvonne which fish was being used for katsu, so when I saw pink when my burger was brought out, I was a little confused. Now, I think its probably seared tuna, but I guess I won't know, as the menu also didnt say. I am glad the jap jam and QP slaw was on the side because I cannot tolerate SPICY and it was spicy! The bulldog sauce wasn't for me. At $14 price point, Id pass on this next time. They have a really nice bar and outdoor patio and it was lovely to dine here on a Sunday afternoon! Id definitely stop by again for all day happy hour on Sunday when in the area!

Stephanie V.

Every time I find myself in DT Phoenix and Uptown Plaza, I'm drawn to Chula Seafood Uptown for lunch or dinner. They have great fresh fish items and sushi grade cuts. You can buy your fresh fish here to take home or order a meal and sit down to eat in the restaurant. There's table seating in large and bright, clean rooms with plenty of sunlight from large window walls at entrance. We had really great service, ordering at the counter last night. You're given a number and customer chooses their table in main seating, bar seating or outdoor patio. Food is brought to the customer. Bottled drinks, beer, wine, cocktails available. Tonight we ordered: - Blackened Halibut with two sides (Brussels and Clam Chowder) and Chimichurri sauce for the fish - Fish and Chips (3 pieces) comes with fries and coleslaw

Maddie H.

So glad we stopped by Chula's. The food was fantastic -- Sundays come with Happy Hour and special Chef Features, which made it even better. We tried the Panko‑Fried Fish and the Ceviche Tostada, and both were fresh, flavorful, and beautifully prepared. The vibe during lunch was great -- steady flow of people coming in, but it never felt hectic. Everyone working there was super friendly and made us feel right at home. Just a really chill, enjoyable stop.

Destiney S.

Was at the shopping center and decided to get some fish & chips. They weren't that busy, it was a bit after the lunch rush so my to-go didn't take long but good gawd, it was salty as heck!!! Like inedible salty. I think it was around $24 down the drain. There wasn't even lemon in the bag that maybe could have countered the saltiness. How to you pack up fish & chips and don't throw lemon slices in the bag?? I won't be back.

Joy T.

Who knows poke? I do having been born and raised in Hawaii. If you go to Chula's website, you will see immediately a picture of about 25 people standing in line. If you look closer, you'll see that there are more people standing outside also waiting in line. And rightfully so. They have a great amount of space with in room dining as well as on their patio. Merchandise adorn their walls on shelves. As well as their case of fresh fish. This is my first time at this location but I've been to their original site that opened 10 years ago in Scottsdale. I remember going to their pop up at a farmer's market a decade ago, before they opened their brick and mortar and thinking to myself "they must open their own storefront one day". I got their poke. You can tell how fresh it is just by looking at it. Some onions, Macadamia nuts, sushi rice, sesame seeds, edamame, carrots, cucumber and traditional sauce. I got this to go and even in the box it was colorful as it was appetizing. There is no stopping Chula. If you want the best of the best fresh seafood, you don't know what you're missing, if you skip what I've always known would be fantastic.

Emma S.

I always love popping into Chula for a quick bite. They have the freshest seafood in the valley! It is definitely on the more expensive side, but they do have some great happy hour specials. My favorite thing is the grilled oysters. The little sauce that comes on. It is so tasty. The fresh oysters are also always delicious. Last time I went. I did try the tuna tostada and that had really good flavor as well. Things do tend to be on the spicy side, but they are really delicious!

Paige N.

Fresh menu and some delicious specials. Indoor and outdoor seating, great service, great price. I had the fish tacos -- grilled mojo and crispy shrimp. Spicy, and well prepared (that avocado salsa is fantastic!). Servings are ample and presented on metal trays. You can also purchase fish/seafood to take home.

Jeff B.

First time at Chula Seafood. I read that Chula was the best seafood restaurant in Arizona. We arrived at 5 PM on a Sunday for my wife's birthday. The restaurant was about 1/3 full, so we had our choice of tables. We ordered at the counter and then took a table at the window. My wife ordered a plate of grilled shrimp and a glass of wine while I got a 2pc fish and chips plus an iced tea. In all, it came to $56.03 plus tip. Our drinks arrived in ten minutes and our dinner arrived about 10 mins after. The grilled shrimp plate had seven sizable guys on it (with chimichurri) plus a bowl of dressed salad. My fish and chips had two small sized golden fillets, batter-dipped and crispy, atop some wonderful French fries, plus a small bowl of Cole slaw and a dill tartar sauce. For my meal, most everything was fine. The tartar sauce was VERY dill-forward, to the point where my wife, who loves dill, didn't even like it. The fries were actually the best part. Our dinner was fine, the service was fine, the price point was fine. The best seafood in Arizona? Definitely not. I've had much better at multiple restaurants, but at a much higher cost.

Denise M.

I had been wanting to come here for a long time, and was happy to finally make it in. I wanted to love it, but, sadly, I was very disappointed. The place is nice and enough--definitely not fancy. It is just what you'd expect from a place that you order you're food at the counter. There is a small, very casual bar, and a large patio. I saw a lot of families out there so their kids could play on the grass outside the patio. The man at the counter was nice, but that's about the only person we interacted with. Hubby ordered the grilled salmon with a cup of clam chowder. I thought the chowder was fine, but he did not like it at all. It did have a taste that seemed like a cross between sweet and vinegary (like Tabasco, but not hot). He did, however, really like the salmon. So did I. It was perfectly cooked and quite delicious. I ordered the blackened white fish with sides of fries and a Caesar salad. The fries were fine - - just regular fries. The Caesar salad was pretty good - - The dressing was kind of unique and I really liked it. But my white fish was not only small, but somehow it was super dry and mushy at the same time. It was clearly way overcooked. I love fish and have never left fish on a plate, but I did leave this fish on my plate this time. It's a little pricey. The prices would be fantastic for a full service place, but not so much for a place where you have to order at the counter and go get your own extra napkins and hot sauce in little packets. We liked around 50% of our meal--my caesar salad and hubby's salmon were really delicious, but he did not like his clam chowder, and I really, really did not like my overcooked white fish. We both did really like the yummy dill sauce that came on the side, but i don't think we will give this place another try.

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Mikala M.

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5 years ago

Best seafood in town! I'm always so impressed by their selection of fish. There are too many great items on their menu to choose from!

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Moniqe Q.

Too many good items means you just have to keep coming back. Thanks…

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Dasia A.

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5 years ago

The food here was fresh and outstanding matched with great service. Super clean, with friendly staff and an awesome market style eat in. Met with an old friend here today and we are so glad we chose Chula. You guys are awesome! read more

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We think you guys are awesome, thanks for the comments and we hope to…

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Kevin S.

Elite 21

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7 years ago

Dropped in for a late Sunday lunch. We selected a lobster roll, large bowl of cioppino , 1/8th lb of candied salmon and a Titos spiked lime-aid. We dined in and started by snacking on the candied salmon and sipping on the spiked lime-aid. Salmon tasted awsome! I can see why they call it candy, although felt it was rather oily(you gotta get your omega fattys from some place) The lime-aid tasted like they forgot the shot. No-prob, I mentioned this to a staff member....30 secs later problem solved. The lobster roll was good, lots of meat, add sliced asparagus, a dollup of béarnaise, and crumbled bacon. Kind-of reminded me of a chicago dog. The cioppino was packed with large shrimp, clams, and white fish. We didn't note any mussels. The veggies included fennel and carrots, all in a spicy tomato broth. They serve it with several toasted slices of buttery seasoned noble bread. My lunch buddy enjoyed this savory & hearty stew,... too spicy for my tender palate. All in all an a very good seafood meal..... Beware this place is SPENDY, we dropped just south of 70 greenbacks. Observed multiple people window shop and roll,.. and a few who opted for the oysters and a drink. Location, location, location..... read more

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Michelle S.

4 years ago

Best seafood in the Valley! Phoenix location on Camelback is our favorite place to eat. Always great & fresh!!

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Luck B.

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4 years ago

Great addition w/bar in adjacent space! Always good food, fresh, a little pricey but worth it!

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Bob B.

6 years ago

Nice to have an additional place for seafood, great selection of sandwiches at reasonable prices. Staff has always been friendly and helpful

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Moniqe Q.

We appreciate the shout out Bob and look forward to seeing you again…

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Kierra K.

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6 years ago

Very friendly staff, always smiling and eager to show you their best options. Had this place twice and the fish is always fresh, feels like you're on eating somewhere near beach. This place incorporates classy, garnished dishes and is nicely presented. Chula has a strong masculine atmosphere, which is quite different, but enjoyable none the least. Highly recommend! read more

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Moniqe Q.

Kierra thanks for the nice words and we are happy that you enjoyed…

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Margot M.

7 years ago

$150 - 3 lobster rolls $25@ and 2 Fish & chips $16@! Fish and chips came out burnt to a crisp the first time and burnt the second time. I eat like a bird and I was hungry after my lobster roll... Nice people... read more

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Laura B.

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7 years ago

Couldn't even get a photo of the food because there was no way I was waiting to eat it! The sashimi platter, featuring salmon, albacore and ahi tuna and marinated scallops was to die for. Surprisingly the mixed mushroom salad that it was served for stole the show! The seafood was fresh with generous portions, and the platter alone left me more than full. The restaurant is gorgeous, clean and simple and really just lets the food speak for itself. My husband got he calamari po boy and clam chowder, both equally delicious. Definitely a must for any seafood fans in the Valley! read more

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Jenna M.

6 years ago

Loved this place! I got the Hawaiian Poke bowl with spicy tuna and it was delicious! All the ingredients tasted so fresh. I had never had a poke bow beforel and was always hesitant to try one but Chula made my first poke experience a great one. The restaurant itself was really clean, bright, and happy, the workers were nice, extra sanitary measures were being taken, and there was good physical distancing between tables. I will definitely be coming back because there are still things on the menu I am dying to try (Like the shrimp and chips!) read more

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Moniqe Q.

Great choice on the Poke Bowl it is one of our classics, we…

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Vee M.

7 years ago

I reluctantly give 2 stars. 1 1/2 is closer. This was a major disappointment. The reviews have been very good, so I expected better. The seafood in the case looked old and very dry. I had the Poke with fries and clam chowder. The poke portion was not very large and the chowder was very bland. Husband had the fish and chips and chowder. The fish was overcooked (dry and batter dark brown, not golden). I had the lime-arnold, and if blindfolded, would not have been able to tell there was any lime in it at all. This lunch cost $60 for 2 people, (2 entrees, 1 soft drink) and was not worth half that. read more

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Michelle A.

Elite 17

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7 years ago

Mussels, tacos, po boys, smoked fish. Delicious. We've been licking the bowl. Casual, urban atmosphere. Go up and order and find a table. If they crank up the ac, I'd give them 5 stars. read more

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Molly M.

Elite 21

7 years ago

Chula is a great addition to Uptown Plaza. The fish is so fresh and good. It gets crowded and is a small space but other than that, can't complain! read more

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Shannon B.

6 years ago

The price was steep. I did get 4 perfectly cooked scallops!! Even the French fries were good!!! They also have a small seafood deli to order things to go. read more

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Juliana R.

6 years ago

If you want warm goodness on a rainy day come here and get their clam chowder!! Every bite is jam-packed with flavor, bacon, potato, clam wowowow as I type this I am taking spoonfuls to the mouth and could not be happier. Very clean, cool, california vibe in here and fairly busy for a Friday late lunch hour. It's popular for a reason let me tell ya! I'll definitely be back to try more of the menu. read more

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Art C.

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Outstanding food, atmosphere, and service. Everyone is extremely friendly and helpful and goes out of their way to make you feel welcome. THIS PLACE IS A MUST. read more

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Gloria N.

4 years ago

Clam chowder is always on point ! Everything is always so tasty and service is excellent ! Thank you !

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We appreciate the shout out Gloria, we will always have a cup waiting…

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Maryn H.

Elite 9

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6 years ago

Not impressed. I was excited when I walked in because the ambience and smell reminded me of the fish markets I'd eat at in Boston, but nothing comparable. I got the shrimp burrito and there was hardly any shrimp plus it was bland. I'd prob go back and explore the menu again but this time I'd get something more traditional. I'm sure I would be pleasantly surprised and I'd up my rating. The service was also very good. read more

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Shaina B.

7 years ago

We intended on eating brunch nearby but on our way there stumbled across this gem. I am so glad we decided to stop here instead! The swordfish tacos are absolutely incredible. As is the chowder. The restaurant is very clean and they have a wonderful, attentive staff. Already thinking about going back tomorrow to try the lobster roll! read more

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Alexander M.

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7 years ago

Came here on Saturday it is a great place. Staff are super friendly the food is delicious but the lobster roll is not worth 25 dollars. The rest of the food was very fresh. This place has the freshest oysters in town hands down. Would definitely recommend to my friends or if you want seafood and wanna have a quick bite this is the place sans the price of the lobster roll. read more

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Meade S.

7 years ago

Paid $20 for a regular poke bowl and it is the smallest poke bowl I have ever received. (See pic) The fish was good but the entire bowl was covered in salt, making it virtually inedible and ruining the entire dish read more

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Mia K.

5 years ago

We returned the next day and Mike was really kind to reach out to us. This time we ordered the Korean poke bowl and I liked it much better compared to Hawaiian one bc of its flavor and the bits of seaweed in it. The special Thursday fish sandwich was really good, but spicy so beware. They added a slice of watermelon with seasoning, which my dad enjoyed since in our culture we add spices to our fruits too! read more

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Raymond B.

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6 years ago

The California burrito is by far one of the best burritos I've had !! Definitely going back for another and going to try something new ! Very pricey but worth it ! read more

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Annie C.

7 years ago

So tasty! Super happy to see these guys expand downtown. Great, bigger menu. The clam chowder was bomb...smokey and lots o clams. The hubby raved about the grilled oysters and the po boy. Lots of good flavors. Can't wait to come back and try all the new things! Congrats on the new place guys! read more

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Dennis M.

7 years ago

The acoustics in this building are terrible and then add continuous piped in music. Don't expect to have a conversation. It is order at the counter and pay before you get your food or service. The also offer the opportunity to add a tip to your bill BEFORE you are served. $6 for a small chowder, order place at counter. $27/lb for fish. If you have no regard for money, eat here. Once and done. read more

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Scott B.

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6 years ago

Food was super fresh! Loved it. Sandwich had a little to much hot oil sauce. Place was super clean and staff was friendly. I will be back Sunday for the lobster rolls read more

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Larry R.

5 years ago

Regarding fish and chips: More breading than fish. For the money, it's disappointing. and I agree with other reviewer who said it's kind of greasy. I wish I liked it more but it's just not up to par. San Tan Brewery does a better job....last I tried. read more

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Mike P.

7 years ago

It was a very enjoyable experience. The smoked fish toast was delicious. The cioppino was delicious, but I was expecting just a little more. I couldn't find mussels in there, but there appeared to be clams. Another piece of bread and some salt would have made the difference. read more

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Derek H.

6 years ago

ordered the monday dinner special. among the ten best meals of my entire life period read more

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manuel a.

4 years ago

This is one of my favorite spots Az! Everything about Chulas is great, the food, the location and especially the owner and staff! This review may appear negative however, it has Absolutely nothing to due with the Business and everything to due with the survival of brick and mortar. My wife and I recently visited and both had the lobster roll (which is really why we visit). We've enjoyed Chulas since it originally opened and it was always very reasonably priced and worth every penny! This last visit was very sad. What once cost us just over 50.00 dollars for 2 people had shot passed 70.00 dollars. The sad part wasnt that we believed Chulas was price gouging or being greedy. It was sad Because we realized at some point something has to give. And what could give is people stop going to such a great placed due to being unaffordable. I should also say that the lobster roll is not the only food chula serves and the menu is great its sad to think that a great spot could be a thing of the past based on affordability. I will absolutely be back but I will not be ordering the best part of the menu. I would highly recommend Chulas and still recommend the lobster roll at least once, so you can choose for yourself, as for us we will just have to choose a new favorite choice off the menu. See you at Chulas! read more

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Ava S.

5 years ago

3.5-3.75 -- I got the crispy fish sandwich with the standard side of chips which came out to $17. It was fine, nothing I would want to return for. Weirdly had zero flavor or salt. They had this aioli on it and it was so flat and flavorless. The fish was cooked well though. Idk maybe their other items are better? read more

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Kerry L.

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I really like that i felt like i was still in San Dieggp when i walked in! Fresh fish, ceviche, po boys, crab cakes, tacos, etc! So glad I found this place ! Fresh fish more often read more

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Moniqe Q.

That is exactly the vibe we are looking for, we cant wait to see you…

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Beth D.

5 years ago

We brought out of town quests, we were all disappointed! Thought we were ordering swordfish, it was a sandwich that tasted awful. The French fries were old and possibly twice fried. We all left hungry and very disappointed! The swordfish fish burrito was just disgusting! Never had worse swordfish! I have my doubts that it was swordfish! Would never recommend ! read more

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Karen W.

6 years ago

This is by far where I buy my seafood! It is Fresh, Amazing and the staff will always help with preparation methods. I look forward to trying their in house restaurant. read more

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Moniqe Q.

We look forward to having you in!!! We love it when our fish market…

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Steven Q.

7 years ago

Very overpriced for a very small portion. $22 for fish & chips and an iced tea. Small piece of fish with no flavor over a pile of fries. My friend had the $17 tacos and said they were just OK. You can find much better seafood at better prices elsewhere. read more

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Jack H.

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7 years ago

I looked forward to trying Chula Seafood after all of the initial hype. But, unfortunately, I was underwhelmed. Counter service was cheerful and informative. Tuna melt was adequate. Swordfish was good, not great. Clam chowder was super delicious. I've not yet purchased fresh seafood to prepare at home. The selection was good. Dennis M. from PA will mark this review as funny......because he's an ass...... please ignore. read more

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D L A.

6 years ago

Ok so we live in desert, but that does not mean we should deprived of fresh, delicious seafood. And thankfully we are not! You must try this place! We drove 16 miles for a dozen oysters, a bowl of clam chowder and two swordfish tacos. Was it worth the drive? You bet! While we are already menu planning for the next pilgrimage, most definitely the oysters will be ordered again. Both grilled and raw. Could not be more pleased! Great service, bright open eating area, wonderful menu selections and a very clean establishment are also part of this experience. read more

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Wayne B.

7 years ago

Talk about fresh fish! My wife and I shared a lunch And were very pleased with both the swordfish tacos and fish and chips. Huge portions of swordfish within the taco as well as some luscious fries that were more like steak fries. Her white fish was done very well, crisp and Tender, flaky like we like it. Beautiful interior, nice decor, great service. With every penny for FRESH fish. read more

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Steve M.

6 years ago

I don't know why anyone is giving these folks 4 stars as opposed to 5. Some complain that the prices are a bit high, but they bring the fish in daily from the California coast, and that ain't a cheap thing to do. We've been to their Scottsdale location once and the Phoenix location twice and each time it was excellent, with good, friendly service and fresh, yummy food. read more

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Karrington E.

7 years ago

The best fish and chips I've ever had! The staff was super friendly and accommodating, our food came out quickly and you could tell everything was cooked and plated with care. Super thick fries, light and crispy breading on the fish, the slaw had a nice kick and the dill sauce is to die for. I love the casual atmosphere too! 10/10 all around. read more

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100 E Camelback Rd
Ste 172
Phoenix, AZ 85012
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(602) 354-3599
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https://chulaseafood.com/location/uptown-phoenix

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Hours

What time does Chula Seafood Uptown open?

Chula Seafood Uptown opens at 10:00 AM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Sunday, Friday and Saturday.

What time does Chula Seafood Uptown close?

Chula Seafood Uptown closes at 8:00 PM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Sunday.Chula Seafood Uptown closes at 9:00 PM on Friday and Saturday.

Mon-Thu, Sun 10:00 AM - 8:00 PMFri-Sat 10:00 AM - 9:00 PM

Payment methods

Does Chula Seafood Uptown take credit cards?

Yes, Chula Seafood Uptown takes credit cards.

Food & Alcohol

Does Chula Seafood Uptown have catering options?

Yes, Chula Seafood Uptown does have catering options.

Does Chula Seafood Uptown have a drive thru?

No, Chula Seafood Uptown does not have a drive thru.

Does Chula Seafood Uptown have a happy hour?

Yes, Chula Seafood Uptown has a happy hour.

Does Chula Seafood Uptown serve alcohol?

Yes, Chula Seafood Uptown serves alcohol. Full Bar

Indoor Amenities

Does Chula Seafood Uptown allow dogs?

No, Chula Seafood Uptown does not allow dogs.

Does Chula Seafood Uptown have TVs?

Yes, Chula Seafood Uptown has TVs.

Outdoor Amenities

Does Chula Seafood Uptown have bike parking?

Yes, Chula Seafood Uptown has bike parking.

Does Chula Seafood Uptown have outdoor seating?

Yes, Chula Seafood Uptown has outdoor seating options.

Does Chula Seafood Uptown have parking?

Yes, Chula Seafood Uptown has parking options.

Other Amenities

Is Chula Seafood Uptown wheelchair accessible?

Yes, Chula Seafood Uptown is wheelchair accessible.

Does Chula Seafood Uptown have free WiFi?

No, Chula Seafood Uptown does not have free WiFi.

From the Business

Specialties

Chula Seafood Uptown Plaza is a fish market and restaurant featuring fresh, sustainable fish by the pound and a full seafood forward menu. Fish tacos, fish & chips, clam chowder, Po'Boys, grilled fish plates and more. Family owned and operated fishery, wholesale, retail and restaurant - Established in San Diego in 2009. Our Scottsdale location opened in 2016 and has been named Best Seafood by several acclaimed Valley publications. Our boat, FV Chula, specializes in harpoon and deep-set buoy caught swordfish in addition to other San Diego-caught species. Fresh fish in the desert does exist. #yourfreshfishmarket #chulaseafood

History

Established in 2009.

Chula Seafood was established in 2009 in San Diego by the Heflin Family. The boat, FV Chula, was named after a family friend’s dog in Mexico nearly 20 years ago. FV Chula specializes in harpoon and deep-set buoy caught Swordfish along with other species off the California coast. After recognizing a void of fresh, high quality, sustainable fish in the Valley, the family brought Chula Seafood Wholesale to Arizona in 2015. Trucking over fish from the family boat straight to the desert, the first fish market and restaurant opened in Oct 2016 in South Scottsdale. Since then, Chula Seafood has been named Best Seafood by several publications such as The Arizona Republic/azcentral, Phoenix Magazine and The Phoenix New Times. Chula Seafood Uptown Plaza opened February 2019, featuring a much larger fresh fish case & menu with items such as fish tacos, fish & chips, grilled oysters and more. #yourfreshfishmarket #chulaseafood

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Melissa Z.

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7 years ago

They have done it again! Long time visitor of the Scottsdale location, but made the trek out to Phoenix today to check out Chula Uptown. It's been open for 24 hours and the place was packed for lunch. The location is beautiful - about 5x the size of Scottsdale and everything is brand new. The menu has similar vibes but mostly new stuff, and it's much bigger. They've got a ton of new sides, sauces and hot dishes which for the most part aren't really available at Scottsdale. I got the tacos which were ridiculously fresh (and unique being that it's swordfish), the chowder which was so good and homemade, and an original fave of mine, the spam mac sally. I saw the hatch burger come out which looks insane as well, considering this is a seafood restaurant :) There is also about 3 times the selection of fresh fish in the case so definitely check it out if you are looking to bring some home to cook yourself. I have no doubt this location will be a huge hit in the Phoenix market. While I basically live next door to the Scottsdale location, I will definitely make a point to check out this location just as frequently!! read more

Jacob M.

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7 years ago

Went with a few friends today when we heard they had opened their doors. It is on point. Ambiance has an industrial chic feel and staff were friendly and helpful. I had the Sashimi Platter which came with tuna, salmon, and scallops; each of them fresh, soft, and delicious. If you have never had Sashmi before this is a good place to start because all their seafood is so fresh, and that has a huge impact on taste and texture. Sashimi is very fresh raw fish sliced into thin pieces. The seafood was served accompanied with rice, a cucumber salad, and some grilled mushrooms which were full of flavor. There was a spicy sauce which was great for dipping, but the seafood stood on its own as well. Lastly I got some candied smoked salmon "Kyle's Kandy" to go. It was SO good. I shared with a few friends back at work and everyone wanted more. I even sent my wife a text to pick some more up on her way home from work. read more

Veronica S.

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3 years ago

I recently had the pleasure of dining at Chula Seafood Uptown and I have to say, I was thoroughly impressed. As someone who was craving some good old fish and chips, this place did not disappoint. Not only were their fish and chips cooked to perfection, but they were so good that I found myself returning for seconds just a few days later. The service was top notch as well, with the staff being incredibly sweet and helpful. They were quick to serve my food and even the drinks were perfect. The atmosphere of the restaurant was inviting and comfortable, making for a truly enjoyable dining experience. My only complaint is that they close a bit early during the week, but that's just a minor issue compared to how great everything else was. I would highly recommend a visit to Chula Seafood Uptown if you're in the mood for some amazing seafood. read more

Some G.

10 months ago

I went here with my daughter last night for dinner. This place should be absolutely ashamed at what they served me. The food shows me they do not care about the food at all. I personally got a cup of clam chowder and the grilled fish tacos. Chowder has a sour taste which means they served me soup that they probably has been reheated for the last week. It was not fresh and I will bet every dime I have that was the case. The fish tacos, the fish was overcooked and really dry like eating sand. I had my daughter tasted it and she confirmed it was REALLY bad. Like how can you serve this to customers at this price? The only thing I can think of is you DON'T CARE. I am never coming back to spend 60 bucks for not only bad food, but some of the worst seafood I have ever had. read more

Jade W.

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4 months ago

First time trying Chula seafood and I ordered a poke bowl with Ahi for take out. Saw it was $25, "sheesh, ok, must be excellent". It was, but it also still left me hungry. Was surprised at how little I got. One scoop of tuna, ok fine I get that is expensive, but don't skimp on rice, greens and veggies then. And the sauce (ordered on the side) was just ok, was mainly soy and very salty. I added some mirin at home to tone it down. Now all that said, fish quality was excellent, and overall freshness of the ingredients in the bowl was great. With a little home sauce doctoring, I loved the bowl (hence 4 stars), but ultimately it felt overpriced for what I got. read more

Julio C.

119

3 years ago

Cold and dried out tuna melt. I would stay away unless you have no problem paying $20 for a cold and dried out tuna melt. And where are the chilies ? Tatar sauce $2 and it's in a tiny portion. For the premiums they charge here I am surprised how they nickel and dime you. Buck and Rider is higher end and they charge less than this place. But the beer and clam chowder were good. This place used to be good but this is the result of getting a taste of success. The quality of the food always suffers in order to gain a higher profit. Let's go America! read more

Richard M.

7 years ago

Wow. I've been here 3 times since it opened -- few weeks, month -- and wow. Since I left Seattle I've really missed seafood and this is filling the void. Nice spot in uptown plaza walking distance for me. Chula has great fish. First time I had a whole snapper, second the sashimi plate which was as good or better than Hana, last the mussels with my friend from London who is a fish and chips snob. He said it was better than home. And it is reasonably priced. This is in my rotation of restaurants. read more

Nicole S.

3 years ago

Now I'm really confused. I got a very apologetic response from someone, I believe it was Michael(?) who asked me to get in touch so he could try to make it right. He admitted there were problems in the kitchen recently that didn't only affect me and my party. I read it yesterday, but didn't have time to deal with it until tonight. But when I went back to Yelp to find his response and get in touch, I found his response was missing. Maybe it's me... but I don't think so. read more

Elaine M.

4 years ago

Casual and easy seafood in Central Phoenix. A real simple place to get a good bite to eat and bring some nice fish home. The daily specials are always good. Not real into fish? They have quite a few non-fish options for any taste. read more

Jessica C.

5 years ago

Chula is one of my favorite spots to eat. Everything they serve is delicious, but my favorite is the fish tacos! If you haven't tried it I suggest you do. read more