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    El Centenario Grill Y Seafood

    3.6 (142 reviews)
    ModerateSeafood, Mexican
    Open 10:00 am - 11:00 pm

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

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    Shrimp Taco al Gobernador
    Jen S.

    Came here recently and had to try the tacos. The server was really helpful kind and attentive to all our needs. Tacos were delicious with the tortillas perfectly crispy on the outside and the shrimp and cheese combo was perfectly salty and seasoned. Will definitely come back.

    Pulpo al ajillo
    Esperanza L.

    Food is good and the place is clean. Service is good too. I got pulpo al ajillo and I really liked it.

    Tequila Sunrise & Michelada
    Mellanie A.

    So my boyfriend and I were originally planning to go to the infamous tacos los cholos in Anaheim but the lines and crowd were ridiculously long so I hopped on Yelp to see what other substitutes we could find open late in the area. I stumbled upon El Centenario Grill Y Seafood and was sold as they served my favorite mariscos dish; Pescado Zarandeado. Upon arriving at the establishment on a Saturday at 10:30pm the restaurant was nearly empty apart from an old couple eating and a private party singing karaoke. I love a lively atmosphere so their little karaoke session actually added to my visit but may be of annoyance to other guests. Our server was quite accommodating and served us our drinks and food to us within a timely manner. My pescado zarandeado was good and well marinated and my boyfriend enjoyed his wet asada burrito. I ordered a tequila sunrise as well as a strawberry margarita that they serve in slushy form. Overall El Centenario is a solid seafood joint I'd recommend to anyone in the area looking for mariscos though I probably wouldn't go out of my way to return. 3.5/5

    Shrimp empanadas... I didn't scoop it out. This is how they look after 2 bites. Not much filling.
    Guillermo S.

    I am giving them 2 stars because I may have chosen the wrong dish. Maybe their other dishes are good, but the caldo de camarón and shrimp empanadas were not good at all. The caldo had no flavor and it had a ton of potatoes, which is new to me. It had a ton of other vegetables as well, not a lot of shrimp. Half of my shrimp were peeled and cleaned, half were not. Pretty disappointing since there weren't many left after taking out the potatoes. The shrimp empanadas were mainly dough and not a lot of flavor. The sauce included in the empanadas tasted like ketchup. I will probably not come back to this place.

    Worst ceviche ever I came extra raw, smelled and tasted fishy, and the taste itself was rotten

    Carne Asada burrito

    The food has no tase I got the carne asada burrito and it has no flavor the waitress was very nice and welcoming jus the burrito needs flavor it's very bland

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    Lauren B.

    Hunting for a breakfast burrito on Easter Sunday was a challenge. The other two spots we went to were closed, but we discovered this gem. Large restaurant with lots of seating to accommodate big families. Felt like I was transported out of Santa Ana right when you step in. Music was great and perfect for that happy dance you do when you eat good food. Plenty of tvs around to ensure no one misses the game. Even the cook in the back has their own tv. Menu is expansive and all of it sounded so good. Beer and some cocktails too. We played it safe due to our last night drinking escapade and we really wanted a dang burrito. I wanted all of their ceviche options. They have some breakfast items that are available until noon. We got the breakfast burrito, shrimp taco, and fish taco. The lady that took our order recommended something about the tacos to change them with cheese etc. I heard mini quesadilla and I trusted her. We ordered to go and only waited around 10 min. Came home and it was like opening up a present. The breakfast burrito was good. My gf liked it way more but she was also the one that needed a breakfast burrito. The tacos I got were bomb. Don't skip the shrimp. That was my favorite one. Definitely will be back to try their other options. I want to sit down next time and enjoy the atmosphere as well.

    Empanadas de Camaron
    Morgan H.

    Mariscos Centenario had been on my bookmarks for a long time because my bf loves ceviche and theirs had good reviews. This is a true mom and pop Mariscos restaurant and it's pretty big. On Fridays and Saturdays they have mariachis that come sing at your table as well as karaoke so it was really loud but provides a very specific atmosphere. We split a Michelada which tasted great and was very refreshing. Their salsa is spicy and we enjoyed the chips. My bf is very picky about his ceviche and we both enjoyed the Ceviche Mixta Lupita. The fact that he liked it says a lot. Fresh seafood is mixed with mayo which sounded iffy to me but it was an interesting way to eat it, and I appreciated the seasoned cucumber slices on the side which I used from time to time instead of chips. The seafood was plentiful and fresh. There weren't too many tomatoes which I appreciated. I recommend sticking to the seafood here. We split the Carne Asada con Camarones Platillo Mexicano which came with a large piece of steak, about 6 grilled shrimp, rice, beans and tortillas. Everything lacked seasoning and flavor but once we added salt, salsa, and wrapped it all up in the tortilla it was a lot better. The Empanadas de Camaron were not good at all. The green salsa served with it was awesome, but there was hardly any shrimp filling, the inside was a bit undercooked, and the shell was filled with grease. With many other Mariscos options I would probably go somewhere else first but if we find ourselves in the area again I would be ok coming back.

    Great variety of dishes in the menu
    Reyna L.

    Late meal, hidden place! Pros: chef notice us as we walked in and sent the waitres right away! Chef on top of things! Deserves a raise, Pronto! Waitres very attentive, great customer service, frequently checking if all of our needs where met. Restaurant very spacious, but needs an update on interior asap. Food was delivered to our table very promptly. Everything tasted really good. Cons: bathrooms were very dirty! Bad odor, toilets over flow with tissue paper, and it wouldn't flushbecause of this we rated this place 3 stars. I'm not posting a picture of the bathroom because it's really stinky , it would make me sick Not sure if I would come back

    Chicken enchiladas

    Visiting el centenario grill y seafood, I was pleasantly surprised by the exceptional service and lively atmosphere. The staff was not only fast but also polite, making the dining experience enjoyable. The open karaoke on Friday added a fun touch, creating a vibrant ambiance. As for the food, the enchiladas were delicious, not too bland and not too many spices. Overall this place is a great if you want to have casual Mexican food. I would recommend.

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    Jessica J.

    This place does ceviche and seafood right. It's kinda hidden away in an industrial area, next to a Wienerschnitzel but don't let that scare you away. Inside was spacious and authentic looking and the server who helped us was so friendly. She had a smile the whole time we were there and made sure everything was ok. The cool drinks were so refreshing, I'm definitely gonna crave this more during summer. The ceviche we got had octopus, shrimp and crab with some sliced cucumbers on the side and avocado on top, although I do think the crab was imitation crab based on the taste, color and texture. It was seasoned well - perfect tangy lime with cilantro aromas flowing through..mmm! The stuffed fish fillet was very unique. It was a fish fillet wrapped around cooked shrimp, octopus, crab and some vegetables. It came with salad and rice on the side and the chipotle sauce that was served with it was probably the best chipotle sauce I've tried (I haven't tried many authentic Mexican sauces before so it's not hard to impress me in that field, though). My bf and I came out stuffed and we can eat quite a lot. For the quantity the price was reasonable and with the kind & fast service it is super reasonable. If you're looking for a good ceviche place, this is the place to go.

    Garnish that comes with fajitas.
    Lisa W.

    Great dinner here during last night in Santa Ana. Great margaritas, sorry no pictures. Sucked it right down! Had two, too. Fajitas were great and loved the salsa. The guacamole was to die for. Sorry no picture because it was a beautiful presentation, in addition to being delicious!

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