So, I left a review over a year ago and gave 2 stars. I was trying to provide constructive input rather than just be negative. So today, I am happy to say... Thank you for changing things up. We had lunch on Sunday after hearing you brought old Palapas menu items back -- excellent thought process. The Prawns Parrilla was outstanding, and the presentation was terrific. Two people ordered that item, and both really enjoyed it. I also loved the beans. My husband ordered the shrimp tacos, and those were delicious too. Thank you for bringing back chips in a basket and changing the chips back to what they used to be. Change is good, but keeping popular longtime favorites while improving their presentation will bring back the old timers. I look forward to my next visit. Loved the service too! The view is always spectacular - who does not like seeing the ocean. read more

Lunch yesterday at Dos Pescados. First time visiting on recommendation from a local. It's located in Aptos Seascape Village. There really isn't much in the "Village"- to me it was a large parking area with some stores and services. Nevertheless I was up for the seafood Mex experience. We went about 12:15- the place is on two levels and you can sit outside and get a nice view of the Weather cooperates- it didn't so we were inside which was ok. The menu is traditional Mex with a seafood focus. I had the fish tacos, cod, and high expectations, they were accompanied with homemade refried beans and rice. They were excellent- light and tasty not the heavy glue type fairly common. The complimentary chips were light tasty and also homemade. I really liked them. The fish tacos were a huge disappointment. They came out almost black in color and covered with a deep fried batter that would rival kFC! NO bueno! My daughter had the ceviche-a small one dimensional dish of just white fish. No excitement unfortunately. Last dish was standard tacos--- they were ok Overall a "3". The place was pretty empty. I don't think they get a lot of foot traffic- give it a try but be selective on what you order. read more

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Loved so much about this place! They took our reservation of seven humans and a dog, giving us a great table on the patio. Our server gave us great tips on things to see and do in the area. The tortilla soup was so good. It has a little bite at the end, so be warned. You only need the small bowl! The chips and salsa were so good. Handmade tortillas! Chile relleno had a little spice, but mostly flavor, not over hot! read more

This was my first time at Dos Pescados and probably my last. Chips and salsa were good. Steak tacos were nothing special and not a very good value at $24 for 2 with a little beans and rice on the side. What is keeping my from returning was that it seemed kinda dirty. The teal blue carpet is filthy - nearly black in the high traffic areas. The ladies room needed attention too. read more

There was a group of 12 of us out on the patio. The view was fantastic and the umbrellas kept the sun off us which was nice. We came at 1:00, so it wasn't too crowded cuz the lunch rush probably already left. It did take a while to get our orders taken and the food didn't come out all at once. We had to wait for two people in our party to get their food 15 minutes later than the rest of us. The burger taco was creative and was okay, but I wouldn't get it again. Some other dishes looked pretty good though. I'll definitely try this place again for the view alone. I'll try once if their specialties next time. read more

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My family had been coming to Palapas, which was the former Mexican restaurant here, for years. My mom and stepdad even had their rehearsal dinner here in the private room! We were sad to see it go because of all the fond memories, but glad to report that Dos Pescados is wonderful! My recently celebrated my stepdad's birthday there and from start to finish it was a perfect celebration. Walking in, the interior is largely the same which is nice since it has always been a gorgeous restaurant (you can't go wrong indoors or outdoors). We had a wonderful, attentive server and our host was friendly and welcoming too. Someone in our party had a strong nut allergy, and the staff took extra care to make sure his dish was nut-free. He was worried about finding something that he could have so it was nice that he could enjoy his meal with no worries! We ordered: Food: - Chips, guac, and salsa (all delicious, chips came out hot) - Chile Relleno - Pozole - Chile Colorado - Chile Verde - Rock Shrimp Tacos Drinks: - Mango Margaritas - El Jefe Margarita - Pacifico Food and drinks were fantastic and all the ingredients in every item were fresh and flavorful; the portions were also very generous and we brought some food home for weekday lunches. Toward the end of dinner, the staff came out with a complimentary ice cream dessert with a candle in it for my stepdad. They joined in singing him happy birthday which was really sweet! The ice cream is an organic soft serve and is very good; also more than enough to share as someone else noted. We had a lovely time at Dos Pescados and will be back again for a walk along the beach and a yummy dinner :) read more

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Average at best. Dos Pescados is located right across the street from Seascape Beach Resort where I'm enjoying a little "stay-cation". Popped in to grab lunch to-go and based on the reviews, I was looking forward to some yummy food! The restaurant is on the smaller side with a bar area, indoor dining and outdoor dining both facing the ocean in the distance. I ordered online Togo and I. 15 minutes, my order was ready to go. Here's what u got: FISH TACOS w/Pickled Mango - I was pretty shocked at the look of these when I opened the box. Two small white corn tortillas, a skinny piece of breaded fish, pickled mango (delicious) and a sauce that totally over powered the fish. For $20 (does NOT come with any sides) I was disappointed. The side of guac ($12) was pretty tasty and the chips were fresh and tasty but the salsa was another miss for me. It was way too smoked chili forward for me. I prefer a more lite tangy, tomato salsa. Overall I wasn't impressed especially for the price of what you get. read more

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Great experience at Dos Pescados. We have been here many times, and it is always a treat. The staff is friendly, ambiance is great with ocean views, and the food is always great along with the drinks. Will be back soon. read more

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They have hired back the former Palapas chefs.. And the menu has changed,- the food is now Great better portions,- great chips and Salsa. The Chips now come in a reg size basket,- not the small soup cup. We are really excited read more

Neat restaurant with appealing ambiance due to the large view windows, open French doors from the bar, and white interior paint. I almost voted 4 stars because the venue rented out the best patio to a wedding party (Friday dinner around 5:00) so we didn't get the -great views I wanted. But, a restaurant has to make money and I'm glad we were able to pick one of 3-4 remaining bar patio tables. The plants around the patio and entrance are thriving and that's appealing, too. Table when moved was wobbly but they had rubber-like shims and we balanced it. Dogs welcome in outdoor dining. It seems the menu evolves. The peanut Cole slaw was fantastic. As with any crunchy food, be careful eating the peanut brittle bits. Fish tacos were great! Menu said fried, we asked for grilled. Portion was small but price was ok at $16. Slaw was great to share at $13. Due to the proximity to Manresa beach and the ambiance, I'm likely to return. The neighborhood was great, too. read more

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Went to Dos Pescados for happy hour while staying at Seascape a couple weeks ago and was pleasantly surprised by what a good time we had! We sat at the bar and ordered drinks - my only gripe is the second basket of chips and salsa costs $4 so we did not get more, but if we're continuing to buy drinks it should be free IMO... I did really enjoy my margaritas. They weren't too sweet which is exactly how I like it. There were only a few people around so it was very relaxed in the restaurant which I liked. Loved the bartender who kept giving us brain teasers to solve - we had so much fun! Also got the ice cream sundae with strawberry and chocolate fudge and really enjoyed that. If we're ever in the area again I'd love to return for happy hour! read more

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My husband and I love Dos Pescados! We are bar seaters - we find it easier to grab a table right away and are laid back folk. We really enjoy the older gentleman who bartends, I am not quite sure his name, I believe it may be Paul. He is a pleasure to chat with and takes the time to check in and make sure you are doing ok even if he gets a rush of tables. The chips and salsa are addicting, I could go through rounds of those . Guacamole is really good, but for $14 should definitely be a larger portion, it comes in a small dish. We like to order a few items and do a "Tapas" style dining sometimes. Last time we got entrees, and I had ordered the Chile Relleno, it was a bit to spicy for me, but I am definitely spice sensitive and should have been mindful of that prior to ordering a pepper dish LOL. My husband ordered the burrito, and it was delicious. We traded dishes so I could eat something and the Relleno was fine for his taste buds. Not spicy to him. We have had the empanadas in the past, although I don't think they are on the menu anymore. Absolutely would get that again. Crudo and ceviche are fresh and light, super tasty. read more

Slim pickens round hea... The chips and dip were the best dish we had. The salsa is some sort of sorcery mixed in an amazing magical concoction. We must've had 3-4 servings of it. The other entrees like the tacos and the fish&chips were so so, but they weren't bad either. The atmosphere on a Friday night was fresh and lively. The drinks sure were flowing! Service was also super friendly and very welcoming. read more

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One of the best date nights ever. Staff were super welcoming and accommodating, seating us near one of the windows facing the ocean. Spectacular views with the sunset. Even with the restaurant packed, place was still quiet enough for an intimate conversation throughout our dinner date--particularly for a Sunday night. We took our server and chef's recommendations for appetizers, entrees, and wine pairings... Wow! We were not disappointed. Karlton and Jonathan's wine-pairing suggestions, were on-point. The wine's themselves were great as is, but really shined with each of the dishes provided this evening. Very very impressed. We started off with oysters. I'm not usually a fan of oysters, but these were very fresh, flavorful, and paired perfectly with the lemon mignonette. Now, the soft-shell crab tacos and Chiles Rellenos were the best I've ever had. Both seasonings and sauces were unique, mixed in with fresh vegetables and fried jalapeños and lemon--a foreign but welcome combination just packed in with flavor, and totally won us over! When in doubt ask for the specials or recommendations from server... Highly, highly recommend. Callouts to the staff for the recommendations and for making this night an absolute treat. Overall the staff's attitude, demeanor, and care went above and beyond and just made our night with their service. We look forward to coming back here again real soon read more

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Been going to Palapas now Dos Pescados for many years. The food is very good, but quite high priced. A Happy Hour meal for two (with one basic Margarita & one "Jefe" Margarita) was over $80, plus tip. Also, we always loved the Salsa & Chips, but the Salsa was extremely hot, this visit. read more

I'm just back from an enjoyable lunch at Dos Pescados. A new salmon entree with pineapple and tomato was amazing!

Just had a group event at Dos Pescados and it was perfect! This is my second visit to the restaurant and I must say the service, food, and of course the view were all top notch! I tried the guac, calamari, fish tacos, shrimp tacos, and the mango marg. Delicious complementary chips and salsa too! I thought all food was super delicious and well made. The restaurant was able to accommodate my large group, day of, which I greatly appreciated. From the hostess, to the server, to everyone in between the service was kind and efficient! Can't wait to come back! read more

I took the Wahini. It is tough to get her to go out, but when I mentioned Dos Pescados she was in. I started with an El Jefe Margarita. It was excellent. The wife had the cauliflower Al Pastor and she enjoyed it I went with the Crudo and the the smoked mussels. Both were fantastic. Service was quick and friendly. Even the kitchen ran out a couple of hot tortillas for us. Everyone was smiling and seemed to be enjoying their work. I've been there at least a dozen times. Usually alone at the bar. I've never had a bad experience. read more

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Found this restaurant on accident and everything from service to food to drinks is excellent. Bartender was amazing, they got really good frozen margaritas, full bar and good beer. Food was so good, everything we ordered tasted amazing. View of the ocean, TV's at the bar area. Will definitely come here again ! read more

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Worst chips and salsa I ever had ! The salsa tasted like Ketchup , very bad start to the meal ! The street corn was good , the flautus were ok , but nobody in our party was impressed with this Mexican food They helped themselves to a 20% tip for "Large party " also Won't be back for sure Also reading the negative reviews they have , no manager has responded to any one star reviews ; so there is no rebuttal or accountability for anything , it's like they don't care :( read more

I have been coming here since I was a kid when the restaurant was palapas. I was sad when they changed the name and changed the menu up. The food was still very good on the last menu, but was beyond stoked when they brought back the old palapas stuff. I ordered the nachos with pickled jalepenos and I couldn't be more happy with how it turned out, it is even better than before! The service was also amazing! I highly recommend to come try out this new menu! read more

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Everything great about Palapas is still here: the view, the service, delicious seafood, and, of course (!) master bartenders Paul and Josh! I like the food better: the food quality is higher (such as locally raised chicken and locally sourced in-season vegetables) and the prices seem about the same. We ordered wine (happy hour price!), a mango margarita, chicken, and and an ahi taco with radish. I will agree with some of the other reviewers that the salsa and chips are not an improvement. The chips are thick and don't taste fresh, and the salsa, which does have a fore roasted pepper taste I like, also has an oddly sweet taste that isn't my thing. read more

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Chef also runs One Fish in Campbell which we love. Since I also happen to love Mexican cuisine I knew I had to try this place and I wasn't disappointed. Perhaps the best chile relleno i ever tasted and i haven't even touched upon other entrees on the menu yet! Cocktails to boot and beautiful location near the coast. Wonderful service too. Must come back again! read more

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Dos Pescados, you had me at fried lemon. So, last night was the big night - hubby's birthday - and naturally the only way to celebrate was with margaritas and more food than any one family should attempt in polite society. Hubby went full boss mode with the El Jefe margarita, I went mango-on-the-rocks (because fruit is healthy, right?), and both were so good they made us consider retiring from our day jobs to become professional margarita enthusiasts. The daughter, in a twist straight out of Willy Wonka but with more tortilla chips and fewer Oompa-Loompas, found the elusive Star Chip. This meant: free dessert! (Cue my inner parade music.) But first, calamari. Oh, and not just calamari - calamari with fried lemon slices and jalapeño bits like tiny edible fireworks of citrusy, spicy joy. Who even thinks of that? Whoever you are, fried-lemon-genius-chef, I salute you. Main course highlights: hubby's special soft shell crab tacos were so delicate and delicious, it felt wrong not to light a candle for them; my fish tacos were the perfect blend of crunchy and zesty; son went carne asada plate (solid life choice), and daughter went chicken enchiladas that were basically the culinary equivalent of a cozy blanket. Desserts? We doubled down. Free sundae for the Star Chip win and the s'mores pot de crème because, well, chocolate. Both were decadent, both were destroyed in record time, and I regret nothing. Fun, festive, and the perfect mix of "special occasion" and "I'd come back tomorrow just because." Dos Pescados - you made hubby's birthday feel like an episode finale in the best way. read more

Great drinks and service. Food was ok. Birria tacos were cooked in same oil as the churros - both tacos had a strong sweet cinnamon taste..? Stick to apps and drinks. read more

The service was the BEST! Paul and his assistants were so friendly and attentive.The chicken enchiladas were incredibly flavorful. read more

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Wonderful staff and a great view of the sunset. We celebrated a birthday and got a happy birthday song and a complimentary icecream that was big enough to share. Good food too. Worth the visit. read more

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Dos Pescados bought Palapas in Seascape. We were in Monterey and decided to eat at Dos Pescados. We expected typical Mexican food and were pleasantly surprised that it was not. We had the green enchiladas with rice and black beans and it was delicious. The ambience was the same we had enjoyed when it was Palapas. Our server Nate was great and he treated us like old friends. The manager, Chris seated us in a very comfortable booth and was quite gracious. During the meal he came over to check on us and explained who the new owners were. He made us feel at home and told us that most of our old friends, Hailey, Leah, Glynnis, Paul the bartender were still there. He said he would give them our regards. Needless to say service was perfect and the next time we are in Monterey, we are stopping at Dos Pescados. Thanks, Conrado read more

I also came on April 19, 2026 and couldn't disagree more with Roberto. The salsa was merely tomato sauce: no onions, no cilantro, no jalapenos or peppers, no lemon, no salt...nada. I feel most restaurants spice up the salsa to sell you more beers or margaritas. Not the case here. I asked my waitress if she could bring me some chopped jalapenos. she brought me one that was sliced into 4 pieces. I proceeded to dice it and put it into the tomato sauce to try and enhance it. (Little did I know this was going to be a $2 service charge for the jalapeno) My wife ordered the chicken tacos and the tortillas came soggy so she only ate one and we took the other one home to revive it. I ordered the chicken enchiladas. I took a bite out of one and told the server it was cold....he took the plate back to the kitchen and put it on a salamander or something to heat it up and it re- arrived at the table about 5 minutes later. The manager recognized the situation and did go back to the kitchen to expedite it and did take the order off my bill. The waitress was unaware of everything and only asked if we wanted dessert. We won't be going back. read more

The service here is top-notch--friendly, attentive, and genuinely welcoming. Our server, Edgar, made us feel right at home and offered great recommendations. The food was just as impressive--fresh and flavorful.. A fantastic experience from start to finish! They have really made an effort to make a great experience. We will be back! read more

Beautiful views, great food and service. Reasonable prices. Friendly stuff. Dogs friendly too:)

Although this restaurant is off the beaten path it's worth the trip. First of all , its location: it's overlooking the ocean., near the Seascape resort. There's a large patio , and a light roomy interior . The menu is Mexican with a fusion of ingredients. The friendly server assured me that I would love the calamari , so I ordered them along with a ceaser salad. I'm glad I did because the calamari were perfectly cooked and delicious. We also had fish tacos that were very good. We passed on the pumpkin flan. We'll go back if well in the vicinity. read more

Such a great experience. Beautiful views, delicious food and great service. Def a must.

Food doesn't taste authentic at all. Very expensive. They forgot to include the chips and salsa I ordered so we had to go back. Service was very slow even though the place was empty. S'mores pot de crème dessert was bomb though, just get that. Trust me, make the extra effort to go off of seascape property to get better food. It's worth it. read more

Delicious lunch! Fresh chips with delicious salsa. We thoroughly enjoyed our entrees, the chile relleno and the burrito mojado. My El Jefe margarita was over the top! read more

We had dinner at this amazing restaurant tonight Started off with delicious margaritas with fresh lime, and orange with tequila. Bartender was very knowledgeable. The food was a great spin on traditional Mexican food. Everything was fresh. The ingredients and spices were perfect. Our waitress explained the dishes well and was excited about the menu as well. We will definitely be coming back! read more

We stopped in for dinner as a family (my husband, our two kids, and I) and were surprised to see that Palapas is no longer here but we were so pleasantly surprised by the amazing experience we had! Our server, Hailey, was incredibly friendly and attentive. The way she described the specials made us want to order one of everything, she clearly takes pride in the food and made everything sound delicious. Every staff member we encountered was kind and welcoming. We have a 16-month-old who just discovered her "screaming voice," so dining out can feel a little stressful. But the team made us feel completely at ease, and it really meant a lot. The front-of-house manager was also incredibly welcoming. He stopped by our table to check in, genuinely asked how everything was, and even offered to get us something for our drive back over the hill, such a thoughtful gesture that really stood out. Chef Trent is doing something special with the menu, the ingredients are fresh, the flavors are fantastic, and the presentation is beautiful. We're already looking forward to coming back the next time we're in town! read more

Dos Pescados serves, without a doubt, the best fish taco I have ever tasted, with a perfectly light, crispy batter and incredible fresh toppings. The Spicy Pineapple Margarita was expertly crafted and the perfect complement to the food, but the entire experience was made unforgettable by the manager, Carlton, whose genuine warmth and passion for hospitality made us feel truly welcome. It's an absolute must-visit for anyone seeking phenomenal food and exceptional service. Ambiance was great! read more

We heard about this new restaurant that took over from Palapas in the Seascape Village and decided to check it out. We arrived early to catch their Happy Hour (W-Su 3-5 pm), but honestly it wasn't much of a draw... most of the HH food items were the same price on the regular dinner menu! However, the HH wines by the glass were between $2-5 off... so I guess the HH deal is on the drinks. In any case, here's what we had... * Snapper Ceviche -- Raw snapper chunks with diced mango in a chili & mango dressing, served with house made corn tortilla chips. Fish was very fresh. Not really a cured ceviche, but more like a poke. If you don't like the raw fish texture like my spouse, skip it. * Fish Tacos (2) -- Good, but not great. Small strips of beer batter cod with some chili crema and mango. I think Vino Cruz does this much better. * Guac -- Nice fresh avocado mash with some chili oil & pepitas accompanied by tortilla chips. (Strangely, these cups were a bit thick and stale, and not as light & crisp as the ones that came with the Snapper Ceviche.) * Street Corn (2 cobs) -- Yummy! We liked this. Fresh sweet corn with the shaved cotija cheese topping. * Caesar Salad with Salmon topper -- This was our favorite dish from the regular dinner menu. An elevated Caesar with baby romaine wedges, delicately applied Caesar dressing with light dusting of breadcrumbs and grated Parmesan. Salmon was perfectly seared and crisp (skin removed) outside and juicy just medium well. We'd totally get this again. Our server June was great... cheerful & friendly. The restaurant layout and ambiance are great too... great views of the Monterey Bay, plenty of indoor seating and multiple heated patio balcony areas, including a pet-friendly area off the main indoor bar. The new restaurant certainly has potential. Would be nice if they had real deals on their Happy Hour Food Menu, but maybe we'll just come back to try a regular dinner. read more

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Dinner at Dos Pescados last night, and will not go again...worst margaritas ever..place was nearly empty!! four of us and only one liked her meal, the chicken salad...not wise to play games with odd sauces etc for Mex food...hope Brandon and crew change to menus like their amazing Fresno eateries which we love!! read more