My family and I arrived 10 minutes before noon when they opened. There was only 2 couples waiting ahead of me. noticed the line got longer and backed up across the bridge to the freeway. When the restaurant opened, we were immediately seated at the bar; menu set, drinks served, and we were were to order. Our server, Melissa was so sweet and tentative. The head Chef/Owner, Pablo greeted us with enthusiasm with warmth hospitality. Service 10/10 The food was by far the BEST tacos I've had in years!! We ordered 4 swordfish tacos and 4 mushroom tacos. Both were filled with so much flavor, the toppings were perfect and the tortilla were so fresh!! No hot sauce nor additional sauce needed!! Food 10/10 Everything was perfect!! We'll be back! read more

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My friend recommended this place and needless to say, I was not disappointed! I had the order of 2 swordfish tacos - very well seasoned and worth the price! They were so good that I ended up ordering another set of 2! Will be back! read more

Fish Guts - Seafood Near Me - San Diego, California

The seating is fcfs so if you arrive right after opening, expect to stand in line for 30-40 mins. I wasn't a big fan of this set up so it's definitely all about timing and when people finish their food. The menu is straight forward and pretty easy to understand. I ordered the Estilo Baja and the De Coco, both had similar toppings and had a mild spice. The De Coco had a strong good coconut flavor that tasted like coconut oil so keep that in mind if you're not a big of that. The Estilo Baja was solid, the crunchiness of the fish was good and wasn't soggy. Overall a solid spot but I would prefer Oscar's battered fish taco if I wanted a simple fish taco, but Fish Guts is still good! read more

Fish Guts - Estilo Baja - Seafood Near Me - San Diego, California

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We went on a Saturday right around when they opened at noon and there was already a line waiting out the door. They are dine in only, and there is limited seating. Since we were a group of 6, it took us ~30 minutes before we were seated together. We were bummed that their smoked fish dip wasn't available, but we loved all the tacos! We tried the Estilo Baja and the De Coco, and both were fresh with a satisfying crunch and a chipotle-forward flavor. The swordfish was also delicious, with a well-seasoned peppery flavor. I'd recommend getting there earlier in the day as their they seem to close once they run out of ingredients. Their sign lists opening hours but doesn't include a closing time, and my friend mentioned she arrived once around 4pm on a previous visit and they were already closed. read more

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Amazing tacos in the San Diego area! This was our first stop while visiting SD and it was a great start to the trip. First of all, the place is quite small but worth the wait if you have the time. It's intimate but the tacos come out relatively fast. They all come with 2 tacos and my husband and I ordered 2 fish and 1 shrimp plate and it was plenty. The al pastor margarita was also good and sweet. The fish tacos are all filled to the top with meat and slaw, all of which are perfectly seasoned. The tacos are also especially good and actually hold together. Great stop in the San Diego area! read more

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This place (Fish Guts) was recommended to try by my cousin. I went to the restaurant today (sat 8/29/26) @ about 4:30pm & they were closed!. the place is supposed to be open until 6:00pm on saturdays & a sign on the door said *Sorry we are sold out*. I have been to thousands of restaurants & never had one close hours early because they ran out of food. I have never heard of that crazyness so I will never go back to this place seeing I wasted my time making the trip. A restaurant should NEVER run out of food & have to close because of that reason. Anyone who thinks about going to this place better call ahead to make sure they are open & haven't closed early because *FOOD RAN OUT** read more

Fish Guts - Food ran out so they closed the restaurant hours early on a Saturday!! - Seafood Near Me - San Diego, California

Came here a few minutes before opening and there was still a line! Parking can be tricky because you only have the option for street parking. Once we were seated though, our orders were taken fairly quickly considering there was only one person working! We ordered everything on the menu basically, except dessert. The smoked fish was not available that day, but we got to try all the tacos, and we got seconds on the coconut shrimp. The fish n chips was brilliantly reinterpreted with the potato salad, the coconut shrimp was delightfully crispy and coconutty, and the swordfish was also good due to the yummy slaw. I had to ask twice for hot sauce though because it didn't have the heat I needed, but with it, it was superb! Would come back - though earlier next time to beat the line. One wish: (I wish they'd hire more people.) She was extremely professional despite the fact that she was the waitress seating people, taking orders, bartending, clearing dishes and tables, and being the cashier too! For a place doing SO well, I hope the owners would consider hiring more staff. read more

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The best fish tacos in San Diego, cross into Baja without having to leave California. Any options of the fish, shrimp and marlin tacos are delicious, but my favorite would be there rockfish tacos . Each order comes with two tacos and served with the freshest and most delicious tortillas and slaw to accompany your protein. read more

Fish Guts - Baja style fish tacos with Jamaica - Seafood Near Me - San Diego, California

Love this place! Fresh fish and flavorful tacos!!!! I'm so impressed and not even mad that one can't mix and match because I want to try everything here! Small establishment but they make you feel at home, get you seated as quickly as they can and server your food hot and fresh. These are also some of the best fish tacos in San Diego. Can't wait to be back!! read more

Fish Guts - Baja fish tacos - Seafood Near Me - San Diego, California

This place doesn't have any take home containers so you can't order to go or take home anything. I wanted to try their smoked fish dip but knew I wouldn't be able to finish it on my own but I was told they don't have anything to give you leftovers in. I don't think I have ever been to a restaurant that doesn't have any take home containers The de Espada tacos were good but it's annoying you have to sit and eat there. For lunch, I like to grab and go. It was pretty crowded at noon on a Wednesday too. It was good but I probably won't come back read more

Fish Guts - De Espada tacos - tasty - Seafood Near Me - San Diego, California

Amazing fish tacos, each unique and completely different than anything I've ever tasted.

First time here, came here while visiting San Diego. We tried the Baja fish tacos, shrimp tacos and fish and chips. We also tried a Michelada and a few of the different margaritas. The service was great and the restaurant was clean but small. You sit bar style. I recommend giving this place a try. read more

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Delicious! Totally lives up to the hype. Everything we ordered was so good!! The famous Baja fish tacos, fish dip and mushroom tacos were all excellent. Worth the wait in line. And the service was super friendly. Very cute spot! My husband started chatting with a busboy who turned out to be the owner/chef. Such a nice guy. A true artist. My husband asked him why they don't do takeout and he said it would compromise the quality. So he's basically leaving money on the table to not compromise the high standard and craft he holds for these tacos. So impressed by that ethos! That care really comes through in his food! Very deserving of all the accolades!! I would give it 6 stars if I could. Yummmmm! read more

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Fish Guts in Barrio Logan is the kind of place that proves you don't need a fancy setup to serve outstanding food and drinks. The space itself is pretty simple, but what comes out of the kitchen absolutely delivers. On a recent Friday evening my partner and I grabbed seats at the bar and shared a few different tacos: the De Espada (swordfish), De Coco (shrimp), and the Estilo Baja fish taco. Each one was excellent in its own way. The swordfish taco in particular stood out, but honestly all three were fresh, flavorful, and clearly made with high-quality ingredients. We were served by a friendly young waiter whose name I unfortunately didn't catch. He mentioned he grew up in the neighborhood and was genuinely warm, attentive, and outgoing. Service like that always makes the experience feel more personal. For drinks, I had the Pepino Santo, which I highly recommend. It was refreshing and perfectly balanced. My partner tried the Smokey Mango and enjoyed that one just as much. If you're used to grabbing tacos across the border in Tijuana, the prices here might cause a little sticker shock at first. But for San Diego, and especially for tacos of this quality, the pricing really isn't surprising. One small tip: if it's a chilly evening like it was when we visited, you may want to sit inside away from the open windows or bring a jacket. Great tacos, great drinks, and a relaxed neighborhood vibe. We'll definitely be back. read more

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Stopped by Fish Guts and was seriously impressed. Their crispy fish tacos are legit -- perfectly fried with great crunch and tons of flavor in every bite. Everything tasted fresh, well-seasoned, and thoughtfully put together. Service was really good too -- friendly, fast, and welcoming without feeling rushed. If you're in San Diego and craving excellent fish tacos, this spot absolutely delivers. Simple, delicious, and done right. I'll definitely be back. read more

Fish Guts - Seafood Near Me - San Diego, California

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If you have a few hours to lose and if you are not very hungry you might give Fish Guts a try. It's open a few days per week, curiously not on Saturday, and for some reason has scored big on Yelp, convincing many readers that their tiny tacos should be revered for their quality. We went there on Wednesday and after a half hour search found a parking place about five blocks away. There was a line of about 30 people waiting for the noon opening. After 40 minutes in line we were seated, on stools with a railing for table. I ordered the Bahia tacos. The fish was a bit larger than a tater tot and perhaps worth two small bites. Quality? I couldn't tell since it was covered with Chipotle spicy slaw. read more

All I can say is I really loved this place. It was one of the top food places I was able to fit into my few days in SD, and their tacos were so fresh and this was one of the very few places that lived up to the hype. The Fish Sandwich was amazing. As you can see from my pics so got an assortment of tacos and took recommendations from the staff- who I believe was the owner. He was very friendly and eager to please. The fish tacos were superb, probably my favorite and that's why I stopped in there. When I make it back this is on my priority list to see them again. read more

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Delicious no frills taco spot for fish tacos. Friendly service, delicious/fresh/quality food with a little kick. Can't ask for much more! This was probably the best fish taco we tried in San Diego. read more

Fish Guts - Fish taco - Seafood Near Me - San Diego, California

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Yo, Fish Guts the name, kinda nasty on the ear, Sounds like a horror flick, but the food's sincere. Walked in like "damn, who named this spot?" But one bite of them tacos and I forgot. Baja tacos so fresh, it erased the crime, Even the shrimps spit bars in rhyme. Slaw cold, place got flair, But callin' it Fish Guts? My guy, you don't care! Still, respect to the barrio, flavor's on lock, Five stars for the food, zero for struttin' cock. So if you can stomach the name, take the ride, Fish Guts forever ugly name, bomb inside. read more

Fish Guts - Baja - Seafood Near Me - San Diego, California

After several attempts to catch them open, I finally made it to Fish Guts an easy addition to my San Diego taco tour and well worth the wait. I'm always drawn to inventive seafood tacos, especially when they showcase different preparations, and this spot absolutely delivered. We sampled the blackened swordfish, the estilo Baja white fish (light, crisp, and exactly what you want from a classic), and started with the smoked fish dip all paired with margaritas that were dangerously smooth, more like fresh juice than a cocktail. Nothing missed the mark: from the rich, smoky dip to the perfectly seasoned blackened taco and the satisfying crunch of the fried option, each bite was thoughtfully executed. A detail I loved each order comes with two tacos, making it ideal for sharing and tasting your way through the menu. The freshness of the fish really shines and sets the tone for a proper taco crawl. Though the space is on the smaller side, with limited indoor seating and a cozy patio, it adds to the charm. It's the kind of intimate setting that invites you to linger, people watch, and take in the vibrant artwork that defines Barrio Logan. The staff is quick and detailed with honest feedback. A couple of notes: they're closed Mondays and Tuesdays, and parking is street-only, so plan accordingly. But once you're there, the flavors more than make up for any extra effort. read more

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This place is amazing! If I could give it more stars I would! Service was outstanding and the food was over the top. So fresh! The tortillas didn't break and the slaw on top had just enough heat nothing else was needed. Don't miss out! You'll need to go early because they do run out! read more

I came here in June of 2024. It was a spontaneous dinner outing with friends! Parking was hard to find, so luckily our car didn't get towed. The craft agua frescas looked so good! We ended up getting the mango, cucumber, and hibiscus. All their drinks were yummy and refreshing. For food, we shared the smoked fish dip and a variety of tacos. We chose the de hongos (mushroom), fish and chips, and de espada. The tacos were fresh and very filling! read more

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Delicious fish tacos in sd!! The fish tasted so crispy and fresh, but my favorite was their coconut shrimp tacos. I loved that their tais came lots of cabbage in too that helped balance out the fried foods. I actually really liked how small the store was because you got to look out into the street and really enjoy the view, making it a really charming place to have a quick lunch! I definitely recommend it and if I'm in the area, stopping by again ! read more

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Simple but delicious menu. It's small so you may have to wait. We came here twice and both times had a line. Our recent visit was during lunch rush when they opened so it did take awhile to get a table. Their tacos are small and pricey but they're so fresh and flavorful. The tortilla is also fresh and made in house. They all come with two tacos so my husband and I were able to split it and try different tacos. I personally like the fish and chip taco most. The others were good too but spicy for me lol read more

Fish Guts - Seafood Near Me - San Diego, California

SO WORTH THE WAIT! First of all, line goes quickly & second of all COME EARLY. Tortillas are so yummy & fresh and not overly filling. Fish taco is so juicy, perfect amount of breading and toppings. I loved the blackened shrimp which was a special while I was there. We sat at the bar and loved the staff attention with quick drink refills- micheladas and Jamaica were amazing. The decor inside just adds to the experience and you can feel the family-owned pride here. Will be back and will bring friends. read more

On a Thursday afternoon this place was pretty busy, seating is pretty limited so come early. Service was very good, and quick to help. The food was delicious and very fresh. The food comes to the table as it is ready, not all at once. I wish they would do their cocktails during the day, but I guess I will just have to return. read more

I visited this location on a Friday night. Parking was a bit of a struggle, but fortunately there was no wait. Our group of 5 was able to fit at one of tall bar seats, but not sure if a larger party could fit. We were on a taco crawl situation so serving size wasn't an issue, but I can see this as more of a lunch or getting like half the menu to share situation. The menu is quite small, but mostly pairs of tacos that you cannot mix and match. The trick is to trade with people but honestly I did not want to share. I got the De Coco (coconut battered shrimp) tacos. We also wanted the smoked fish dip but they were sadly sold out already. For fried seafood tacos, these did not feel heavy or greasy at all, very well fried. For all the coconut haters out there, you definitely taste some coconut but it's not very coconut heavy like thai food. The coconut bits add more crunch to the fried texture as a nice contrast to the soft tortilla and tender shrimp. The shrimp was pretty fresh with a nice snap. I will most definitely be back for the smoke fish dip and other items! read more

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I gave it 3 stars because I don't see myself coming back. The service and ambiance were great, however, the food was okay. My feedback: - You have to order 2 tacos of the same one when you order, you cannot mix n match, which was a huge bummer - The taco has a small nugget of fish and it's $6 - I ordered the Ensenada taco and it's the tortilla, then small piece of fish then a slaw on top and that's it, so when you bite the taco it taste dry and like it's missing something like a sauce between the tortilla and fish or an additional salsa read more

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Tacos were delicious, I went with the coconut shrimp tacos (recommended by the waiter). They are a little pricey- come in sets of 2 and cost about $12/set. Seating is mostly outdoors, a few spots available in the small dining room. Parking in this part of Barrio Logan is always hit or miss... most of the time it's packed but today I was lucky and found a spot immediately. Service is friendly. Tacos are made fresh to order so be prepared to be patient, especially when they are busy. read more

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This place is very good but the hype is a bit lost on me. We were inline for 10 minutes before they opened and we must have been person 6 or 7. Right when they opened a party of 14 came in and took over the restaurant, it's not built for that capacity. The food here is nice. It differs tremendously from mitchs in Point Loma or bluewater. Everything is freshly prepared though per day. The Cole slaw and the fish are so up there in quality. My sword fish was up there in quality. The fried fish taco was sooo spicy I had to give mine to my wife. It is very good. Authentic up there recipes and quality. Dunno, just something was missing for me. Maybe since it's missing a parking lot and the population density was too high. read more

Fish Guts - Seafood Near Me - San Diego, California

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Wait time around lunch on a weekend was about 20-25 minutes. Because of the small space, I initially thought it would be more casual to-go style. But the reason for the line is because you need to wait to be seated and you get full waiter service. The Smoked Fish Dip was a great starter. Always something that hits the spot. We shared the De Espada, Estilo Baja, and the De Coco. They each come with 2 tacos (around $6 per taco). I really enjoyed all of the time, particularly the De Espada. The toppings on all were very refreshing and crisp. The tortillas have a good thickness to them and they held the fillings well. Overall these are great seafood tacos. I wish the pieces of fish/seafood were either a bit bigger or more was given. All in all, Fish Guts is a cool taco spot right in the heart of Barrio Logan that's worth checking out. read more

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Food was great, service and seating was not so great. I ordered the De Coco, Estijo Baja and Fish and Chips. All tacos were good but Estijo Baja was the best. The place is small and seating is limited. I don't recommend bringing big parties here. I would come back here again. read more

Great food good ambience great service will be back Will be back great service good attitude no wait read more

The fish tacos were so yummy!! Loved the chipotle slaw and how crunchy and fresh the fish was!!! Dad approved of both tacos and drinks too :) read more

Fish Guts - Shrimp and fish tacos . - Seafood Near Me - San Diego, California

All the tacos are delicious you cant go wrong. we also ordered the tuna salad with ritz crackers. That was very good 10/10 recommend. The place is small and not too much seating available. Prices were standard for san diego. The smokey mango marg was delicious. The service was good, nothing special. I would 100% come back again. read more

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What an amazing space this is. I had walked past it a couple times and decided to venture in. The smoked fish dip was nice and creamy with onions and red bell pepper. So good. Also the service was excellent. The coconut shrimp tacos really hit the spot but my favorite were the swordfish tacos. Not a bad way to spend a San Diego early dinner in Barrio Logan. read more

Fish Guts - Coconut Shrimp and Swordfish tacos - Seafood Near Me - San Diego, California

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One young kid server taking care of a busy restaurant. Wow, that's a perfect way to ensure a good dining experience. The tacos were salty and the hospitality is one of a kind for sure, thanks for the disappointing Friday night at 7 PM read more

I've been hearing about this place from a few friends and wanted to give it a try! Down the street from Chicano park, this taco shop was suuuuper tasty. The seating is mostly out doors and mostly bar style, making it a casual place to grab food. They're super popular during lunch time, but we can during dinner and were seated right away. The tacos come in sets of 2. Smoked Fish Dip- this was surprisingly really good! A great dip appetizer with ritz crackers. I ordered just to try but ended up devouring it. Estilo Baja - a traditional fish taco but with perfect battering and flavor. The spicy slaw on top was a great addition De Espada - grilled swordfish, this also surprised me with how tasty it was!! I absolutely loved it Pudin de Coco - a refreshing coconut dessert that pairs perfectly with the meal Overall would 100% come back, it felt pretty pricey but the ingredients were high quality and the meal was very satisfying. read more

Fish Guts - Seafood Near Me - San Diego, California

Tried Fish Guts while visiting and it absolutely lived up to the hype. We ordered estilo baja and de espada, and both were incredibly moist, fresh, and packed with flavor. You can really taste the quality of the fish-simple, delicious, and done right. My only small complaint (and I'm guessing I'm not the only one who feels this way) is that I wish you could mix the tacos instead of having to order two of the same kind. It would be great to try more varieties in one order. That said, it was so good that I'm already planning to come back this weekend before heading back to Oregon. Definitely worth a stop if you love fresh seafood tacos! read more

Great taco spot! We came here for a bite to eat before going to Snapdragon and were very pleased with the food! Service was great, it has a very down to earth vibe, nestled in the culturally vibrant neighborhood of Barrio Logan. The coconut shrimp tacos were my fave and the beers we got went great with everything else we ordered--definitely our new spot to go to before games moving forward! read more

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