Mariscos Maria&#x27;s

A Michelin-recognized gem tucked inside a marketplace in the heart of Los Angeles. The food was…read moreabsolutely exquisite, with beautiful presentation and incredible attention to detail. Every dish felt thoughtfully prepared and full of flavor. The atmosphere was lovely--elegant yet inviting--and made the entire experience even more enjoyable. Such a special find in the middle of LA. Definitely worth experiencing!

On Friday evening, September 4th (yesterday) after work, I went to Holbox with my mom and my two…read morebrothers. I think I've been to Holbox about four or five times now. The last time I went was on October 3rd and September 12th of last year, so it had been almost a year since my last visit. The very first time was last summer with about 10 members from my Korean community group. We all thought the food was really delicious, and that's why I kept coming back. As you would expect from such a popular restaurant, there are always a lot of people here. Yesterday was no exception, and there was a pretty long line outside. Fortunately, the line moved fairly quickly, so it didn't feel too bad. After we decided what to order, I was reminded again that the prices here are quite expensive for a restaurant located inside a food court. Last year, I ordered for all four of us at once, and the total came to almost $200. So this time, we decided to pay separately for my mom and myself, while my two brothers each paid for their own meals. I ordered two of my absolute favorite dishes here, the Tostada de Kanpachi & Uni. This is something I really love because it tastes so fresh and delicious every time I have it. It's definitely a must-order dish for me. I also ordered two Taco de Pescado al Carbón. Those four items alone came to about $70. I also remembered that I had tipped way too much here last year, so this time I only left a $5 tip. (It is the food court system, even they bring the foods to our table) That brought my total to $75. My brothers ordered the large Brazilian fish, the Tostada Uni, and ceviche. Everything we had was delicious overall, but honestly, the tacos I ordered yesterday were not really for my taste at all. So next time I come here, I don't think I'll order the same tacos again. On the way to the restroom, I noticed people at another table eating lobster. I asked them where they ordered it from, and they told me they ordered it from Holbox. It looked absolutely delicious, so I'm definitely going to try the lobster next time I come here. I also really like that they have a water station near the section where people line up outside. There are cups available there, so you can help yourself to water while waiting, which is very convenient. One downside is that the restroom always has a noticeable smell. Fortunately, it's located quite far away from the dining area, but it also doesn't look particularly clean or sanitary. Another thing is that you have to eat certain dishes, especially the tostadas and tacos, with your hands. I personally don't really like eating food with my hands, but with tostadas and tacos, there's really no other way. After washing my hands in the restroom, the smell of the liquid soap is also quite unpleasant and strong. Unfortunately, I can still smell the soap on my hands while I'm eating, which bothers me quite a bit. And because Holbox is always so incredibly popular, finding a table can be difficult. Luckily, we were able to get a table pretty quickly yesterday. Overall, I still really enjoy coming here for the fresh and delicious seafood, especially the Tostada de Kanpachi & Uni. Even though there are a few things I don't love about the experience, the food itself is definitely why I keep coming back.

2.1 mi•Koreatown, Wilshire Center

Kitchen view

Taco de pulpo

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Shrimp aguachile

Burnin' Shell

4.8(401 reviews)

•$$$

Women-owned & operated

Outdoor seating

The vibes at this place is unmatched!! Loved it and their seafood is amazing. Our server provided…read moregreat service with grilling.

We ordered the Seafood Combo, and it was definitely worth it. Everything came out fresh and…read moreflavorful. The presentation was impressive, especially with the seafood being grilled right at the table, which made the whole experience feel interactive and fun. Every bite tasted fresh, and the variety in the combo made it easy to try a little of everything. The pricing is on the higher side, but it's reasonable for the quality of the seafood, generous portions, and overall dining experience. I'd definitely come back and would recommend it to anyone looking for a great Korean seafood BBQ spot~

Lunch Special

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Jesse's Camarones Restaurant

4.4(190 reviews)

0.2 mi•Adams Normandie

This place is a gem! First of all the place is big and family friendly, they even have happy hour!…read moreThe service is friendly and feels like your tias serving you a meal when you're over for a visit. :) Okay now to the food ,The best for last... drools ** the food is AMAZING!!! The flavors, the presentation, the freshness, the quality and the price are all there! We've gotten the mojarra, the garlic shrimp, the ceviche de pescado and the tacos, even the typical Mexican dishes and breakfasts! Flavor is always there in each bite. Grateful to have you guys in my neighborhood !

Fresh and Flavorful Seafood I've visited this seafood spot…read moretwice recently, and both times the food was fresh and flavorful. The shrimp cocktail was especially good, with generously sized shrimp and a tasty cocktail sauce. My order had 14 shrimp, which felt like a fair portion for the price. It came with three tostadas, though only one hot sauce packet was included. That's a minor detail, but I would have appreciated extra packets. Good Value Seafood isn't cheap, but the prices here seem reasonable. They also offer weekday lunch specials that make items like the shrimp cocktail an even better deal. The campechana is another solid option and worth trying. Small Neighborhood Spot The restaurant itself is small, but there always seem to be customers inside, which says a lot. I also like that they decorate for holidays...it gives the place a welcoming neighborhood feel. Pickup Experience I've only ordered takeout, and my food has been ready quickly both times. Service was decent overall, although there was a brief moment during my last visit where I wasn't acknowledged right away while waiting for my order. Overall If you're craving a good shrimp cocktail or campechana, this local spot is worth checking out. Fresh seafood, fair prices, and a convenient neighborhood location make it a place I'll be visiting again.

Ceviche tostada

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Water Grill - Los Angeles

4.2(3k reviews)

2.3 mi•Downtown

•$$$

Water Grill is a great establishment and ideal for a business lunch/dinner, after work…read moreapps/cocktail and before/after a local event. The food is consistently delicious and our go to dishes include: oysters, clams with chorizo, sushi, bread. Great selection of wines and a superb whiskey sour!! If you're there when Sergio is behind the bar, you're in for a treat! He makes fabulous cocktails and always has a friendly smile to offer you. The waiters, especially Chris and Luis, are attentive and professional. There is a small lot right by the entrance so parking is pretty easy and reasonably priced. Solid vibe, delicious food and great staff!

We visit Water Grill DTLA frequently and always leave completely satisfied. The service is…read moreextraordinary. They have the VERY BEST Oysters Rockerfeller in Los Angeles and the oysters and clams on the half shell are always fresh and tasty. The King Salmon Roll is exceptional and the cookie and ice cream desert amazing. If you are lucky enough to be seated where Chris is your server, you will feel like both family and royalty. We eat out at least once a week and, of all the fine restaurants we visit, Chris is possibly the best server in the Los Angeles area.

1.9 mi•Wilshire Center, Koreatown

The King

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Cap't Loui Seafood Boil

4.7(604 reviews)

Casual dining

Locally owned & operated

2lbs combo was so fire, we accidentally ordered corn as our side not knowing the order came w it,…read moreBUT glad we did!! corn and potato were cooked perfectly as was all of the protein! service was very attentive & friendly!!!

We got the 3 pound shrimp boil and it was the delicious!!! The garlic noodles are a must and the…read morelemon pepper fries are the perfect sides. Can't wait to come again!

1.9 mi•Wilshire Center, Koreatown

Special

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Grand Opening Special

Oh My Crab

3.7(485 reviews)

All-you-can-eat came with Cajun fries, fried chicken, and for 90min unlimited select seafood…read more It was my first time trying a seafood boil, so it exceeded my expectations. However, my friend is a seafood boil vet and it didn't leave her feeling impressed. Me: 8/10 Her: 7/10 I appreciate the attentive staff and their attention to cleanliness! We've been eyeing this spot for about 2 months now so I'm glad we were able to check it out.

What could improve? Everything. Ordered take out and everything pretty much just sucked. The clam…read morechowder is ridiculously priced for the portion size and honestly resembles nothing close to clam chowder other than it being white in color. The non boil foods are completely bland, no seasoning, no flavor. Wings? Bland. Save your time and money and go somewhere else

The chalkboard menu

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Oh my crab

Joyce

4.2(722 reviews)

2.1 mi•Downtown

Locally owned & operated

Family-owned & operated

Came here for brunch and we are sure glad we did. The food was amazing from beginning to end…read more We started with the raw oysters which were perfectly shucked and cleaned. They had nice texture and a light brine taste. Then shifted to the fried green tomatoes which did not disappoint. They were perfectly crisp but not dry and had a fantastic sauce. Then came the red snapper cake Benedict which is usually crab, but they substituted snapper because they were out of the crab. We did not miss the crab as the snapper was delicious and the egg was perfectly poached. We finished the experience with the shrimp and grits. What a perfect ending to the great tasting food we have had so far. The grit was fabulous as was the shrimp and sauce. Our server Aries was great and honestly the entire staff was awesome. Everyone super pleasant. The space is not loud and has some soft music playing in the background. Easy to hold a conversation without yelling. We will absolutely be back!

Pretty good food. Service was very pleasant. It's a really cool eclectic vibe. It wasn't memorable…read moreenough for me to return but it was fine. I would go with someone if they wanted to try it.

1.5 mi•Historic South Central

Crab Claw

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Mercado La Paloma

4.5(286 reviews)

On my most recent visit, I came here after seeing show and wanted to grab a bite before heading…read morehome on a Sunday evening. Got here about an hour before closing so the Mercado had a chill vibe in general and the lines were pretty short... So of course I took advantage of getting food items from a couple of locations! I specifically wanted the squash blossom quesadilla or quesadilla de Flor de Calabaza from Komal and the Tostada de Kanpachi + Uni from Holbox.... wow. I just felt so spoiled with so much delicious food available to me... and with little to no wait on anything! As expected, both the tostada and the quesadilla were fantastic and oh so aesthetically pleasing. I wish my stomach or appetite was bigger. I really do want to try some of the other spots that don't get featured as much... I guess there's next time. Always a treat when visiting the Mercado. Especially when there is a possibility of grabbing a lot of different high-quality bites at different places for the same meal. Because it was on the later side on a Sunday, parking in the lot was pretty easy to find.

What a great market with lots of great eateries and some merchandise stands. They even have a…read moreMichelin starred in 2025 spot, which we came for. They have paid parking or free street parking if you can snag one, and we did!

Komal

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Live Sea Urchin & Scallops ($27) from Holbox 12-03-2023

Abby's Seafood

4.2(38 reviews)

1.5 mi•Exposition Park

Sea food is delicious and freshly made very flavorful affordable prices fast service, Nice people.read more

Delicious mariscos the aguachiles are the best and the Campechena is so good too. Just tried the…read moretostadas for the first time and the mixta is the way to go. Nice folks and chill outside patio. Parking can be hard to find

1.8 mi•Wilshire Center, Koreatown

Abby's seafood

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Grilled tilapia - Mojarra asado

The Boiling Crab

4.0(2.8k reviews)

Just spent my bday here and it was lovely. They got my nose running, my eyes burning, and i can't…read morewalk from how full I am. The staff is beyond with everyone checking in, shazaming a song and spilling the tea. I love tea with a side of shrimp. i can't feel my fave when I'm in here and i love it.

The Boiling Crab is one of my all-time favorite places to eat. There's just something about it…read morethat's incredibly addictive--I always find myself coming back. This is the kind of place that's perfect for hanging out with friends rather than a date night. It's messy, fun, and meant to be shared. The biggest downside is the wait, which can get pretty long. That said, the food is absolutely worth it. If you want to save time, I highly recommend ordering ahead and picking it up to go. Personally, I prefer the shrimp over the crab. The shrimp is easier to eat and just as flavorful. And here's my pro tip: don't throw away the leftover sauce! Mix it with pasta when you get home, and you'll have another delicious meal waiting for you. Great food, great flavors, and definitely worth the wait. I'll be back again and again.

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Deanna M.

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11

3 months ago

Absolutely terrible service. I would not recommend coming here. We were one of several parties waiting, and the host refused to create any kind of waitlist or keep people in the order they arrived. It quickly became clear that his friends were being prioritized over other customers. We were a party of 3 and had already been waiting, but when we questioned why we were being skipped, the response was, "Well, I haven't eaten." That is not an acceptable excuse or something customers should have to deal with. When we asked how much longer the wait would be, we were told, "You have to wait the amount of time you have to wait," which was dismissive and rude. The worst part was watching him seat another party of 3 who arrived at least 20 minutes after us simply because they appeared to be friends of his. The entire experience felt unfair and disrespectful. Customer service matters, and this was some of the worst treatment we've experienced. I wouldn't return even if the food was free. DONT WASTE YOUR TIME! ---------------------------------------- Un servicio absolutamente pésimo. No recomiendo venir aquí. Éramos varios grupos esperando, pero el encargado se negó a hacer una lista de espera o atender a la gente según el orden de llegada. Pronto quedó claro que daba prioridad a sus amigos sobre los demás clientes. Éramos un grupo de tres personas y ya llevábamos un rato esperando; sin embargo, cuando preguntamos por qué nos estaban saltando el turno, la respuesta fue: "Bueno, yo no he comido tampoco!". Esa no es una excusa aceptable ni algo que los clientes deban soportar. Cuando preguntamos cuánto faltaba para que nos atendieran, nos dijo: "Tienen que esperar el tiempo que haya que esperar", una respuesta grosera y despectiva. Lo peor fue ver cómo acomodaba a otro grupo de tres personas que había llegado al menos 20 minutos después que nosotros, simplemente porque parecían ser amigos suyos. Toda la experiencia resultó injusta y una falta de respeto. Fue de lo peor, no nos quedamos y fuimos a comer a otro restaurante. No volvería ni aunque la comida fuera gratis. ¡NO PIERDAN EL TIEMPO! read more

Patricia S.

130

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2 months ago

An absolutely wonderful experience from start to finish. The food was delicious, but what truly stood out was the level of attentiveness and kindness from everyone there. You can genuinely feel the care and hospitality that goes into creating such a welcoming atmosphere. A special mention to Gio, whose humility, thoughtfulness, and impeccable kindness don't go unnoticed. He treats everyone with such warmth and sincerity, and it speaks volumes about the heart behind this place. It's rare to come across service that feels so genuine. Can't wait to come back again. Thank you for making us feel so welcomed. read more

Brenda C.

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4

0

11 years ago

Dinner Time is the best time to come here if your with your friends. Came here with my girlfriend after work to get a cold michelada that I've been hearing about and the hype came to be the truth it was so amazing how they prepared it ! I ordered the shrimp wrapped with bacon and omg it was a party in my mouth! The taste and all the flavor it had was so amazing. Oh and the ceviche is good ! Gio was a great help for our little get together making us feel welcomed, this might be the new lunch spot ? Will be back soon ! read more

Josh W.

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4

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11 years ago

Mexican has to be the best thing! I came here one night for dinner with my fiancé and we love to try new things, the tall fellow I assume he had to be the manager helped us out and explained the menu and some recommendations on what we should get, we get the shrimp cocktail and it was the best thing we tried! Mariscos Maria's is the spot for sea food ! The vibe is amazing music playing everyone just having a good time ! read more

Vanny B.

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36

32

7 years ago

Chill vibe, nice place for lunch. I've had the tostada mixta, shrimp ceviche and seafood soup. Haven't been disappointed. However, my favorite here is the torta de asada. It's simple, delicious and filling. I also like that they have a jukebox so you can enjoy the music you like while you eat. They also have TV's with whatever game is going on. read more

VNess D.

225

31

115

14 years ago

Run like a fancy restaurant. Great service, wine by the bottle, imported beer $3.75 and tasty seafood to accompany. The seating is really comfy & the environment is warm. Food is tasty & not heavy on the wallet. :) read more

Joel C.

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76

65

11 years ago

The truth this place has the worst food. I have never had a fish taco that was chopped in micro pieces and a baby tortilla. Old chips and no parking gangster hood location. read more

Pedro T.

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6

1

9 months ago

My best friend (akktright) took me and they showed me amazing service top tier experience really recommend this place

Zhiclaly S.

0

2

0

5 years ago

Great customer service and amazing food! Food was really fresh. We will definitely come back in the future!

Iris A.

0

10

5

7 years ago

One of the Best Mariscos I've ever had!! Great taste and Clean!! I love it keep it up

Leticia M.

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55

11

12 years ago

good food! Wished they sold margaritas!

Carlos M.

43

16

1

11 years ago

great food and environment

Serena R.

4

26

6

11 years ago

Mariscos were perfect!

Mariscos Maria's - mexican - Updated September 2026

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