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    El Pescador - Pico Rivera

    3.6 (138 reviews)
    ModerateSeafood, Mexican
    Closed 10:00 am - 8:00 pm

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    What's the vibe?
    Casual
    Moderate noise
    Good for kids
    Happy hour specials

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    Fish Ceviche
    Rigo S.

    El Pescador in Pico Rivera has that true homestyle Mexican taste that makes you feel like you're eating a meal straight from the kitchen at home. The flavors are rich, authentic, and comforting--exactly what you want when craving Mexican food done right. From the seafood to the traditional plates, everything is well-seasoned and fresh. You can tell the recipes come from tradition, not just a menu. The portions are generous, and the food comes out looking and tasting homemade, which is hard to find these days. The restaurant itself has a casual, welcoming vibe that fits perfectly with the food. It's the kind of place you can come with family or friends and just enjoy a good, hearty meal. If you're looking for Mexican food that feels like it was cooked with love and tradition, this is the spot.

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    Fel E.

    A great gem of a restaurant.... The flavor on their dishes are top notch and great prices and good portions , their agua Fresca of pepino is refreshing and staff is super friendly and food was prepared really fast. Place has really cozy seating and good parking Really you should try it out

    Battered fish taco.
    Krissy R.

    My family and I have been eating here for years, they have the best fish ceviche and shrimp tostadas. I always order a fried fish taco with all the works and a side of rice too. The horchata is a must try, it is not too sweet and a joy to the taste buds. The service is always good, the waitresses are attentive and very polite. The only reason I took a star away is because they really need to invest in air conditioning, they just have a huge fan blowing which only circulates the hot air. Nobody wants to eat while sweating, it is uncomfortable.

    Late Breakfast fee . Go somewhere else. Paying for dumb stuff .
    Gilbert M.

    Food was great I'm upset with the Late Breakfast fee. After the waitress pointed it out. In small writing I mean our party had lots mix of shrimp cocktail to menudo I never heard of this kind of thing . What a joke go somewhere else .

    Complimentary chips.. with beans cheese and salsa! The best
    Frank A.

    An impulsive stop... that paid off ! Best chips inLA county, by far. I then ordered a 4 seas soup, that was very good, one of the best. Service was good. I highly recommend this hidden gem.

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    Dezi A.

    I've heard of this restaurant for years now from mutual friends and up until recently decided to give it a try since my boyfriend recommended it. There are three local chain restaurants near us but this El Pescador in particular my bf spoke highly of. The interior of the restaurant was pretty outdated and small. I guess if you're looking for a place to watch a game on tv this restaurant could be an option to choose from but do keep it on the bottom of your list. Alcoholic drinks were a bit watered down and plates ranged from $14-$18. I wasn't impressed with my steak dish but did enjoy the chips and salsa. If you're looking for a Mexican restaurant pass on this place. Be sure to use yelp to find some actual good Mexican restaurants because theres plenty of them out there.

    a bowl of shrimp

    I order molcajetes for pick up here almost weekly. Today I came to eat at the restaurant. It's so good. Under rated and everyone locally should try it. Let's support our community & their good food. We are lucky to have them nearby. Also, please see the shrimp cocktail. Not stingy with their shrimp at all! Will continue coming of course. Breakfast next!

    Enchilada rice beans messy presentation
    Samantha O.

    My parents liked the seafood. I think it's pretty meh. Not good not bad the rice wasn't fresh staff is very friendly

    Comes with a plate.
    Tanya C.

    Eddy!!! One of the nicest servers ever; This is what many establishments need, people who offer great attentive, service. Besides the service, El Pescador offers daily promotions from Monday-Friday and today we took advantage of the Mar y Tierra special (buy one get the other one 50%). One plate Mar y mar consist of shrimp, fish, beans, rice, salad and soup. The Mar y Tierra had the same thing, shrimp and I asked for chicken instead of beef. We also ordered Micheladas and they were really good. Definitely coming back if we're ever in the area.

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    They have the Best presidential oysters ever and there fish ceviche it's also really good

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    The Michelada was bomb!!!! Food was Tremendous!! The campechana was very good! Service was perfect. I highly recommend this spot.

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    Good food and excellent service!! Okay he seafood was fresh!! Love the chips and salsa! The portions are generous!

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    Super legit Mexican food! The food is AMAZING! Everything tastes Great! The servers are quick to your needs.

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    Star Crab

    4.0
    (329 reviews)
    1.8 mi
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    Star Crab is honestly one of my favorite seafood boil spots. The food is always flavorful and hits…read moreevery single time. I always get the Full House sauce with mild spice, but with a side of medium sauce to dip into too. I know it sounds crazy, but trust me it's SO good and gives the perfect balance of flavor and extra kick. The seafood tastes fresh, the sauce is rich and buttery, and the portions are really filling. The fries and extras soak up the sauce so well too. I also like that the spice levels are customizable because everyone in the group can get what they're comfortable with. Service has always been friendly whenever I've gone, and the atmosphere is casual and fun for eating with friends or family. Definitely one of those places I keep craving and coming back to.

    Ordered the Shrimp Star Combo and overall it was a pretty disappointing experience. The shrimp…read moretasted like they had been frozen for a long time -- the meat was soft and falling apart, which made it feel far from fresh. The seasoning didn't help much either. I also didn't like the sausage; the texture and flavor were both off for me. The only decent parts of the combo were the corn and potatoes, which were cooked well and actually enjoyable. Unfortunately, that wasn't enough to save the meal. Service was another downside. I placed a takeout order and stood by the register for almost five minutes without being acknowledged at all. No greeting, no eye contact -- nothing -- even though staff were nearby. Overall, I wouldn't return. If you're looking for a cajun seafood boil, Boiling Crab is much better in terms of freshness, flavor, and service.

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    Mariscos Sol Y Mar

    Mariscos Sol Y Mar

    3.7
    (127 reviews)
    2.1 mi
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    Vine para probar unos tacos de lubina (bass) y están de buena porción. Los martes y los viernes los…read morevenden pero más pequeños recomendados los mas grandes por seguro! Y la salsa roja picante estan perfectas. Voy a regresar pronto otra vez para comer otros platos caseros. El ambiente es amplio mucho espacio para ti y tu familia para lonche o cena. Gracias por el servicio y los tacos deliciosos! I came to try some bass tacos, and they're a good portion. They sell them on Tuesdays and Fridays, but they're smaller; I definitely recommend the larger ones! And the spicy red salsa is perfect. I'll be back soon to try some of their other homemade dishes. The atmosphere is spacious, with plenty of room for you and your family for lunch or dinner. Thanks for the service and the delicious tacos!

    Mariscos Sol Y Mar is so good. You will love it. It is a small chain, but each place is a little…read moredifferent. We really like this one. It is not huge and I think a lot of their food is to go and they also deliver. It is super clean and the people that work there seem happy. The service is great and they are pretty fast. I don't know if they take reservations, we just walk in and have never had a wait more than 5 minutes. It is really cute inside and it is comfortable. Some of them also have outdoor seating. We love all of their fish dishes. They have the best shrimp cocktails and the ones we get have avocado on them. The sauce is great and the shrimp is fresh. Any fish taco you want will be super. If you get a plate of food it comes with beans and the best rice, it is not the orange rice, it is white and ever so tasty. It does not matter what you order, it is all good. Have fun.

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    Bag O' Crab

    Bag O' Crab

    4.7
    (1.1k reviews)
    5.0 mi
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    couldn't get seated at boiling carb but this spot made up for it…read more The wait on a Friday night was about 30-40minutes . But once seated the service is quick and fast! Food came out about 10 minutes after we ordered. Everything was so delish. My favorite was the lemon pepper fried dipped in that sauce. (If you like lemon order these)

    Tried Bag O' Crab in Montebello this past Friday. It's located in the Albertsons parking lot, and…read moreused to be an old Carrows. We ordered the combo for two, all shrimp (fully peeled for $2.00 extra & totally worth it). We also ordered garlic bread and oysters as an appetizer. Everything came out fast, hot and perfectly cooked. The spice level was just right, potatoes and corn were delicious, soaked in the sauce for a perfect bite. The shrimp were cooked to just the right consistency, not overdone and rubbery. It also came with sausage, which was plump and flavorful. Not too spicy. The oysters were fresh, briny and paired with lots of lemon (upon request) and Tapatio. Delicious! The garlic bread was good, and supported the meal well. Our server, Nick, was great. Attentive, helpful with the menu and Johnny-On-Spot with more napkins, lemons and refills. We got there at around 5:30, without a wait (for a party of two). However, it was already packed, and by the time we left, there was a good amount of people waiting to be seated. The restaurant was clean, lively and bustling. There are even robots rolling around delivering food, utensils, etc. A pretty cool experience. For two people, we had a great shrimp boil with delicious sides, garlic bread and six oysters as an appetizer for a great price. Can't wait to try it for lunch. We'll definitely be back!!

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    Vanilla Macaroon. (Size of a regular small macaroon)

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