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    Mariscos El Paisa

    3.3 (207 reviews)
    ModerateMexican
    Closed 9:00 am - 8:00 pm

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    Moderate noise
    Casual
    Outdoor seating
    Good for groups

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    Geronimo T.

    Went here to get some Seafood. . First of all there is plenty of parking. Greeted and Ordered up front and seated myself. In 10 minutes my number was called. Received my food and took my first bite. This place did not dissapoint! Everything was all so fresh. Portion size was great! Mexican beverages was tasty. There was a live Band playing which made the ambiance feel authentic. The only complaint is this place do not serve alcoholic beverages. Over all, this place is a gem!! Shrimp Cocktail, shrimp, you name it! All so fresh! I will come back if I am in this area.

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    Jason B.

    One of my favorite Mariscos spots in Whittier. Has been here as long as I can remember, and I haven't been here in years. The food taste just as great as it always did. Covered outdoor seating with a walk up window to order your food. Staff is super friendly, even if you don't speak Spanish.

    Dirty shrimp

    Clean your shrimp please. This is disgusting. Glad this was only my second time coming cause it's definitely my last. I'm so mad that I ate 95% of this lol

    Fish Chicharon
    Danny V.

    One of my favorite seafood places. Great quick friendly service with outdoor seating and some of the freshest and tastiest food around.

    Fish tacos
    Cesar G.

    Dropped in for lunch at this Mariscos restaurant. Easy parking in their lot and all the seating is outdoors but under a comfortable roofed area. Prices aren't cheap but since it's a popular restaurant, all seafood tastes fresh. The ceviche de pescado is great, perfect dicing of fish and veggies and two tostadas included in the serving. The fish taco on the other hand isn't great. Instead of having a big piece of breaded fish, it has small nuggets of breaded fish. Nice and crunchy but you taste the breading more than the fish. Still glad this restaurant is nearby me.

    Shrimp Cocktail
    Moni D.

    Purchased two shrimp cocktails and they were disgusted. Throw them away, they had a terrible smell and they do not clean the shrimp. Do NOT recommend this place.

    Jessica M.

    Order ahead through Grubhub to avoid the long lines on the weekends. I ordered a shrimp cocktail and my husband order the ceviche de pescado. 6/10 for the shrimp cocktail, they didn't add avocado slices and it had absolutely no flavor. I had to add 10packets of ketchup and 4 packets of tapatío, 2 salt packets which they do provide. 9/10 ceviche Tostadas and crackers are included. I do appreciate this customer service for providing all items and condiments without asking. Outdoor seating only. Plenty of tables available

    Fish and Shrimp Ceviche  Oysters  Octopus
    Laura V.

    Always such good and fresh mariscos! Love their fish and shrimp ceviche such good flavors and quality. Oysters are always fresh and refreshing.Fast and good service with very friendly and kind staff!

    Taco de pescado
    Kristen V.

    This place is bomb! I love their shrimp and fish tacos. Fried to crispiness how I like it! I haven't tried their ceviche, but my bf loves the mojarra frita. Crack open a beer and enjoy a michelada with recycling bins nearby to recycle. I crave these tacos often

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    Fel E.

    Terrible !!!! Let's start for the seating , you seat on weird metallic benches where you get wind gust as you eat , then the camarones costa azul were super deep fried , almost to charcoal, then the campechana cocktail was full with imitation crab and no flavor of nothing , the place looks divey , I only give this place a 2 stars because staff is friendly , other than that , is a do not come here no more place for me

    This place used to be good. This is their coctel campechana. Kind of depressing.
    Rita F.

    2.5-3/5 - This place is good for hot items that required it to be fried or cooked time of ordering. I've had the bacon wrapped shrimp and that's really good, sides were ok. But my disappointment has been their cócteles, they have no flavor and skimp out sometimes, I've had more octopus pieces than shrimp and a whole lot of diced cucumbers and tomatoes. Service is prompt and quick, just the lack of flavor on some items is what makes it more of a 2.5 rating. Maybe I went on a slow, bad day.

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    Place is okay some of the food could use some more flavor. The shrimp abondiga soup is pretty good but has a kick to it!

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    El cóctel el patrón está delicioso un poco picante pero bien rico se los recomiendo. Con una coca helada

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    The food is great and they have live music on the weekends. For quick service call ahead or order online.

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    Really good seafood and good prices small outdoor seating only I usually take it to go

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    A wide selection which I always love. My order, however, was meh. Nothing great, especially for it's price. Good shrimp cocktails, though.

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    The food, ambiance, and mixed drinks are all great here. In my opinion, the food is authentic and…read morefull of flavor. They have dishes you don't find at every Mexican restaurant. Their moles are definitely worth trying. We've had the mole negro and the mole pipián, and both were delicious. The mole negro is a little sweeter, while the pipián has more spice. They also serve tortilla chips with mole, which is something I haven't seen at most Mexican restaurants. The reason I can't give 5 stars is because the service has been hit or miss. We've been here three times. The first time was shortly after they opened. The food tasted decent but came out cold, and the service wasn't the best. It was during the week and not very busy, so we figured they were still working out the kinks of being a new restaurant. After some time, we decided to give them another try. We went on a busy Friday night and were seated right away. The service was much better and everything seemed to be running more smoothly. We talked with the owner who was working as well as his wife who was bartending. They were both really friendly, and the owner seemed genuinely happy that we came back after we told him about our first experience. He even gave my husband a free beer after we moved to the bar to keep drinking after we finished our meals to allow for other guests to dine at the table we were. There was also a trio playing that night which added to the ambiance and was a nice way to end the work week. Our most recent visit was a couple of weeks ago for my husband's birthday. It was during the week and once again they were short-staffed. There was only one waitress taking care of the entire restaurant. She was so sweet and hustling the whole time but she was also bartending while serving every table. We definitely had to pack our patience because she was doing the best she could. Overall, Sol 626 has so much potential to be a great spot. The food, drinks, and atmosphere are what keep bringing us back. They need a little more staffing so the service can be as good as everything else.

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    Dame Mas Urban Cantina is offering Sunday Brunch from 12-4 featuring all day happy hour, NFL…read morefootball on several screens, a variety of drink specials, and a featured Live DJ for the rest of September 2025. We came here because my cousin DJSP was the featured DJ this Sunday, so I did my Yelp research and to be honest, I didn't know what to expect because the most recent reviews were a couple of months old, no recent food photos and menu photos were outdated. However we were going either way because it was also our featured DJ's birthday. We made reservations but that was difficult too as we called for several days until someone actually answered the phone. I was a little surprised because the food we ordered were all pretty tasty, decent portions, and reasonably priced. The service was ok. Orders took a little time to arrive, but they made sure we had chips and salsa and with a full crowd and a limited number of wait staff, they made sure we were still being attended too. It is very loud here with a full restaurant of diners, the live DJ and football games going with loud cheering fans, so if you have sensitive hearing, bring some ear plugs.

    Came here for the first time last night and I was not disappointed. Everyone was very nice and…read morewelcoming. The restaurant is clean and lots of room. Now for the food AMAZING! We started out with the corn and moved to pork belly tacos that were delicious. My sister opted for the three tacos with different meats. We shared a side of rice. Be aware the portions are big!!!!! Of course I couldn't resist a few margaritas that were well made. We will definitely be back soon! Thanks for a great experience. Oh I almost forgot the churros are the way to end the meal.

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    La Casita Olvera

    La Casita Olvera

    4.2
    (955 reviews)
    5.2 mi
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    We had dinner here last night with our kids and some friends (party of 8), and it was our first…read moretime visiting. Even though the restaurant is small and busy, we were seated right away, which was a great start. Our waiter Washington, was fantastic, friendly, attentive, and made our whole experience even better. The atmosphere was perfect too. They had music playing at just the right volume and a big TV showing the live Dodger game, which the kids loved. We started with chips and salsa. The salsa had the perfect level of spice for everyone at the table. The kids ordered horchatas and were excited about the unlimited refills (something you don't always see at other restaurants!). The drinks for the adults were just as impressive. My wife's watermelon margarita on the rocks was perfectly made. It was not overly sweet or syrupy like at some places. Our friends had the "El Jefe" margaritas, and they definitely didn't skimp on the tequila! For dinner, everything was a hit. The kids loved their meals. Albóndigas soup, shrimp tacos, and street tacos--all served with rice and beans. The adult dishes were just as good. The carne asada arrachera was cooked perfectly, the chile verde was full of flavor, and my chicken mole was delicious with a great balance of spicy and sweet without being overwhelming. The portions were very generous, and everything came with rice, beans, and both corn and flour tortillas. The only small thing I would've preferred differently was the chicken in my mole. I personally would've liked a leg and thigh instead of sliced chicken breast but the dish was still very good overall. What really stood out was the hospitality. At the end of the meal, Washington offered us "holy water"-house tequila shots on the house--and it wasn't cheap tequila either! Then after the bill came, he surprised us again with another round of "holy water". That level of generosity and care really impressed us. We also learned that the restaurant has been there 20+ years and is family-run by him and his siblings, which made the experience feel even more personal. You can tell they have a loyal customer base--one couple even said, "See you tomorrow Washington!" The only feedback we'd offer (coming from a customer service background) is that we noticed a few guests waiting at the entrance without being greeted, and one couple actually left the restaurant. A simple "Welcome, we'll be right with you" would go a long way. That said, it didn't take away from our experience. Overall, amazing food, great service, generous portions, and a welcoming family atmosphere. We will definitely be back to try more of their menu!

    Seated quickly and server was "there" to take as much of our order as we were ready to give…read more Daughter got steak fajitas and they were outstanding, The accompanying rice and beans were "Authentic" the rice had taste and character. Grandson and I both got Carnitas Cadereyta which is a carnitas dish over the top of fajitas with rice and beans. Both of us finished the entire dish. To top it off we all got fresh made flour tortillas that topped our dishes off with style

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    4.0
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    2.0 mi
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    Celebrated my mother's birthday today with my family at one of our favorite restaurants here in…read moreUptown Whittier, and once again, we had a great experience! The food is always amazing. They start you off with fresh chips and salsa, and they're so good you'll want to order a second round before your food even arrives! My mom and I both decided to try their summer special, the Enchiladas de Camarón, and they were delicious. The portions were generous, and we definitely had plenty to eat. The service was also excellent. Our server Ericka was very kind and attentive, making sure our orders came out correctly and checking in to see if we needed anything else throughout our meal. I also really enjoy the atmosphere here. I've visited on Fridays when they have live mariachis, which makes the experience even better. We actually celebrated my grandmother's birthday here last year as well, and that was another memorable family celebration. This has become a special restaurant for my family, and it's a place we continue coming back to for birthdays and other occasions. Great food, great service, and a wonderful atmosphere. We'll definitely be back!

    My husband and I are heading home after a very satisfying late night dinner at our local favorite…read morerestaurant in Whittier. Whatever time we go- breakfast, lunch, or dinner- the servers are ALWAYS friendly and fabulous! Tonight happens to be Mother's Day weekend. There were lots of big groups/parties but it didn't feel like we had to wait that long for our server to get our order to our table. What made it even more memorable was the Mariachi band playing in the background. The food was again fantastic and very satisfying! We had a big bowl of fideo, a tacos papas, shrimp ceviche and the special calabacita entree. That last item was surprisingly homey and delicious!

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    Taqueria Los Gueros #3

    4.4
    (181 reviews)
    1.9 mi
    $

    Everything is delicious here. Seasoned just right and cooked perfectly; crispy tripas, rich juicy…read morebirria. Meats are fantastic and not too greasy. Salsa is flavorful with the right amount of spice. Employees are always hospitable. Whittier is lucky to have this gem.

    I went on a taco run yesterday to try to find the best taco in Whittier…read more Started off the run with a keto taco mixed with asada and al pastor and then a regular tripa taco. Keto taco - toasted/grilled cheese instead of a regular tortilla - needed to be done a little more on one side as the cheese wasn't quite toasty enough to stay in place to slightly resemble the shape of a taco. Bit hard to eat, covered my hands in grease. Asada tastes almost boiled, and this being my 2nd or 3rd time getting the Asada here, it consistently tastes like it was boiled and not grilled. Unsure of meat quality or preparation, but there are no grill marks and it's a bit chewy. Same with the al pastor. Tripa taco was bizarre. Strips of flat skin instead of the usual roundish, cylindrical shape of tripa (intestine). Usually a saltier, fattier meat than asada, which is my preference but the one here was lacking in flavor and the texture threw me off a bit. Tripa can be chewy - unless requested extra done, which is how I normally order it - but there was no saving this tripa. I think it needs to be sliced differently, the cuts made it inedible. Brother shared some of his chorizo taco and it was the better of the bunch. Red chorizo, TJ style, although it was also lacking a teeny bit in flavor... onions and cilantro to the rescue! Still, mediocre. Salsas were ok, nothing out of the ordinary. Don't think the tortillas were homemade. Service was fine, cashier takes your order, dude at the counter was chill and had a friendly attitude. Seating was limited. Mostly bar style seating but the majority was in front of a window and it had so much heat trapped from the glass that it was kind of uncomfortable. Other seats are too close to the bathroom. Good for a quick bite or just pick-up orders. Wouldn't plan a sit down/dine-in visit. Parking is scarce and has really small spots, wouldn't come if you're driving a pick-up truck or anything like that. Food was reasonably priced, which is good, however; the food was lacking so I would not return.

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    La Pancita Feliz

    4.4
    (271 reviews)
    3.9 mi
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    Truly so disappointed !!!…read more First of all the server was super rude - trying to talk in Spanish like we didn't know what she was saying and got surprised when we answered in Spanish ! Second the menudo was super cold - I asked for pata and was charged for a bone and a bit of nervio (you can tell it was literally just bone ) like who would pay for nothing ? And why would you make someone pay for something Que se Mira Que no tenias !!! The chilaquiles - I was not given sour cream - la salsa estaba bien espesa !!! And then we asked for sour cream and they looked so surprised and still asked if we wanted some !!! The first server had such an attitude problem like she didn't want to be there ! Second server super helpful . I asked for the owner and apparently there's a new owner Porke I've never seen this owner before . I knew it was a kitchen staff member . The prices did not match what we were charged and a 4% fee in cards is crazy !!! Anyways overall I used to love this place before it became what jt is now sadly ! I was super happy to bring my family because the food has always been top quality and truly this time everything was super disappointing !!

    I was disappointed with my recent experience. I visited on Wednesday to take advantage of the…read morepromotion offering any burrito made "wet" at no additional charge. When I reviewed my receipt, I noticed I had been charged incorrectly and brought it to Yasmin's attention. Instead of simply correcting the mistake, she was complete rude and I was informed that there would still be an additional charge to make the burrito wet, which contradicts the advertised special. I would appreciate clearer communication of promotions to staff to ensure customers are charged accurately and consistently. Would not recommend.

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    Always delicious! The albondigas were just what we needed on a rainy day! Thanks guys!!

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    Always delicious! The albondigas were just what we needed on a rainy day! Thanks guys!!
    Kalaveras

    Kalaveras

    4.3
    (1.9k reviews)
    2.2 mi
    $$
    Family-owned & operated
    Large group friendly

    Great Sunday morning brunch. I definitely recommend it for the whole family. Omelette station with…read morechilaquiles if you choose. Menudo and Pozole options and the desert table has the cutest and not over the top fresh pastries. The kids love the chocolate fountain Plenty of TVs for sports games on TV. Great service and environment.

    My family and I recently visited Kalaveeas in Montebello and unfortunately had a very disappointing…read moreexperience. The only positive part of our visit was the host staff. The gentlemen who greeted us were friendly, welcoming, helped us get seated quickly, and brought high chairs for our children. After being seated, however, we waited approximately 10-15 minutes before anyone acknowledged our table. When our server, Adriana, finally approached us, she did not introduce herself and came across as annoyed and uninterested in providing service. I actually had to ask her for her name. As for the food, my husband's lomo saltado was delicious and easily the best item we ordered. Unfortunately, my carne asada was extremely chewy and inedible. I barely touched it. The kids' meals (chicken nuggets and cheeseburger) were also disappointing, and neither child ate much of their food despite arriving hungry. The most uncomfortable part of the experience happened when it was time to pay. After receiving poor service throughout the meal, I left a small tip. Our server questioned the amount, so I increased it. She then questioned it again. I've never had a server confront me about a tip before. I explained that the service had been poor and that she appeared annoyed and disengaged during our entire visit. For a bill that exceeded $100, it was extremely disappointing that only one plate at the table was truly enjoyable. Between the poor service, disappointing food quality, and uncomfortable interaction regarding the tip, we will not be returning. I hope management addresses these issues because the restaurant has potential, but this experience fell far below expectations.

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    Lechera French Toast (Brunch Menu)
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