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    Mariscos El Governador

    3.9 (286 reviews)
    Open 9:00 am - 9:00 pm
    Updated over 3 months ago

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

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    Aguachiles, Shrimp Tacos, Molcajete de Mariscos, Mango Margarita
    britney l.

    3 stars because the food itself was actually pretty good but personally the service wasn't really all there for me. When we got seated, there was another couple seated right next to us who had also just arrived not long after a server asked them to move because a bigger party of around 6 people came in. I know restaurants have to accommodate larger groups sometimes but it honestly felt a little disrespectful and awkward especially since the couple had already gotten their drinks and chips... it was mother's day so I understand it was probably super busy which may also be why the food took a long time to come out glad the taste and flavors saved the experience because otherwise I probably would've given 2 stars

    Filete Relleno
    J M.

    We tore through this before I could take a pic! This place is the best mariscos place I've ever had!!! The filets relleno was the best thing I've ever tried!!!

    Ezequiel V.

    On our way to a concert we were looking for some mariscos to eat and we found this place Mariscos El Governador The service is great and our server was really attentive The ambience is just like any other marisco place, music that is not for me but it has its niche Food is great and delicious I would definitely going back to try more of their menu

    Tostada Embarazada
    Natalie M.

    Good food and overall experience, would recommend. I found out about Mariscos El Governador through Instagram and the food looked both tasty and fresh. My family came on a weeknight and were quickly seated. The waitress who assisted was also helpful and gave thoughtful recommendations as we asked about the menu. We ordered the empanadas de camaron, the tostada embarazada, shrimp cocktail, tacos, and some drinks. All of the food had good flavor and well presented. The tostada embarazada was packed with crab, shrimp, and octopus. The shrimp empanadas also had good flavor, only negative was that with the filling two of the empanadas were a little soggy. I've heard good things about the aguachiles and plan on trying that next. We also got a michelada and margaritas, all of the drinks were good. I especially liked the like margarita, but do want to note their margaritas are served over ice and are not blended. There's a good amount of seating and parking was easy. I would definitely come back if I'm in the area.

    Cóctel de camarón

    La comida estuve excelente. Mi esposa pidió un cóctel de camarón que estaba delicioso. Yo pido el filete zarandeado también delicioso. Las tortillas echas a mano. Definitivamente volvería a este lugar.

    Aguachiles
    Taliban T.

    If you looking for a great Mexican meal...this is the place. Man their food is a 10/10. This place is Californias hidden gem for sure. Food is so fresh and delicious. I'll definitely will be coming back. Even if you want just a snack come here for a great meal. Made me smile for sure. Beautiful and very clean spot for sure.

    Botana La Playita

    Muy delicious!! Good service the food is very good and they give you enough food for the price. I recommend to try it!

    Shrimp Burrito
    Jessica H.

    Cute restaurant; basically a hole in the wall. Clean, waitress was very friendly and spoke Spanish of course. The area can be kind of sketchy once it's dark but parking is right in front of the restaurant so you should be ok. The food tasted authentic and was not overly priced!

    Molcajete was a bit disappointing, the ceviche was good!
    JD O.

    This could have easily been a 5 star, but they WILL NOT ACCEPT the 20% off Yelp check-in coupon. The michelada wasn't very good and the molcajete was disappointing. The ceviche however, was extremely good! Customer service is good also, they check in on you every 5-7 minutes to make sure everything is good. The place is trendy, the cooks music is louder than the music playing out in the dining area. Overall 4.5 stars.

    Cindy N.

    This place has so much potential. We came here and it was empty except for one other table. I order the tostada de mixto, the tostada de pescado, the shrimp empanadas, tostada de embararzada. Tostada mixto- was a mix of shrimp, octopus, cucumbers, tomatoes , onions all bathed in lime juice salt and pepper. They were a bit skimp in the seafood and heavy on the veggies. 3 1/2 stars*** tostada de embararzada is A mix of octopus, Imitation crab, shrimp, red onions, cucumber, Avocado, and mayonnaise. Again a little skimp on the seafood 3 1/2 stars***. Tostada de pescado- Fish fillet mix with cucumber, cilantro, onion, tomato, avocado they we're definitely skimp on the seafood. 3 1/2 stars*** Shrimp empanadas aka Empanadas de Camaron were probably the best item I've had they were crispy on the outside and nicely filled on the inside and greatly seasoned. 4 1/2 stars**** Service was ok. Nothing special we were offered any refills on drinks nor were we checked on after our items came out. Parking is available in front in the plaza and is fist come first serve. Would I come back? Hmmm if I was in the area, can't say I would go out of my way to get food here... we'll maybe for the shrimp empanadas.

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    Great food fantastic service. Have had the ceviche, agau chile and shrimp cocktail. All GREAT!'

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    Really good food!! I got the mixed shrimp cocktail and aguachiles. Plenty of seating and the over all place has a great vibe

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    It was very fresh and tasty. I would definitely be back again. I ordered the tacos el governor.

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    7 months ago

    He venison 4 veces, esta fue mi ultimately vez, comida o sin Saber o muy salada, no lo recomiendo

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    Great food fast service good salsa good music good everything . Yelp want more idk what else to say

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    Portions are amazingggggg and food is gasssssssssssssssssssss ssssssssssssssssssss ssssssssssssssssssss ssssssssssssssssssss

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    Food Was Good And Serice Was Good Too You Guy's Should Definitely Check This Place Out..

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    Is patio or dine-in available?

    Limited dine in available, 2 tables for four outside

    La verdad la comida está riquísima y la atención. Ni se diga es primera vez q vistamos este lugar y está súper lo recomiendo es un lugar pequeño pero agradable?

    Muy buen Lugar, pasando por el area buscando que cenar llege aqui y regresare definitivamente. Exelente lugar

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