Don't judge a book by its cover--oh my goodness, when I tell you that food was awesome at Marlon's Mexican and Seafood in Artesia, California, that's all I can say--it was great. The ambiance and service were excellent, and honestly, it's probably the best authentic Mexican food I've ever had. Super flavorful and just right for the palate. Don't sleep on this little strip mall spot in Artesia, California! read more

Marlin Restaurant - Camarones al mojo de ajo - Seafood Near Me - Artesia, California

I wish they didn't close. The waitresses were so nice. I always felt comfortable. One day I wasn't feeling so well the waitress took the time to advise me in what I can do to help me. That's compassionate customer service. And the food was good. The lighting was comfortable here. It's a shame they closed. I'm sad. read more

Being that it was a little hot today, got in the mood for mariscos. I was going to go to a different restaurant when I saw they were closing at 7pm. It was 6:58pm. I decided to look up a place here on Yelp and came across this place. If you're familiar with the area, to me it felt it was in an odd place. Still, after looking at some pictures I decided to take mom and give this a try. Let me tell you. Although this is a small place, it attracts both Hispanic and the Asian community. For being Mexican-American, I felt like I was out of place for a second but i understood why that small restaurant is so successful. It was a great feeling to see both Hispanics and Asian-Americans enjoy authentic Mexican food. Although small, it is big enough for about 30 sit-in guests. The ambience was mellow. You have a little bit of Hispanic culture on the walls. Pretty cool for being this our first time. The food, let me talk about the food. I had the mixed fajitas with rice, beans, and a small side of veggie and potato salad. It also hada chile toreado and a corn quesadilla. The quesadilla was unexpected. I had it with flour tortillas. That plate was worth the price. I highly recommend it. Mom had the camarones empanizado plate. It came with rice, beans, and a small veggie and potato salad. She enjoyed her place also. Lastly, my brother and father had the torta de carne asada. They also liked it as well. I got a glimpse of dad taking a bite and it seems like they toast the torta bread. Spent under $75 for all the food. Although I will definitely go back; I think I will stick to a torta next time. Staff was nice and welcoming. Try this place next time you're in the mood for authentic Mexican food. read more

Tried this place for the first time. Based on the two items I tried it is not deserving of 4.6 stars. This is a run of the mill Mexican food place, those rating it may not be familiar with authentic Mexican food cooked at home by grandma's and aunts. A cocktail costs almost $20 and it does not have an amount of seafood that is worth that cost. One shrimp tostada is $11.99, nothing to write home about as far as flavor. Place looks decent enough to have a sit down meal. Service was not friendly but to me that's the least of my worries if a place has good food and fair prices. read more

This little place found out by driving by , and good thing I didn't pass it , staff was very friendly and food was made very quick , place is cozy with great seating and prices are very reasonable, , the food was great I definitely couldn't find anything wrong about this place ... definitely a must comeback place read more

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its a hidden gem in a little strip mall in the city of Artesia, the Shrimp Ceviche is to die for we loved it so much we ordered the large tray for our daughter's birthday party too, and it was the star of the event every guest asked who made it, well it was Marlin Restaurant, great food thanks again. read more

So glad the usual place that I wanted to go to was closed. This is what caused me to have to look around for a new place and found this online. Now my kids have gone to the middle school near here and we frequent the shopping center across the street but have for some reason never seen this place. Coming in an hour before closing, everyone was friendly and quick to help us out. We were able to pick our own seats and were handed chips and salsa as well. I had already known what I wanted to try seeing as it was a seafood place but I also wanted to try their meat options. I opted for the shrimp enchiladas with green sauce and a carne asada sope. The star here was the enchiladas. The green sauce that they have created is so flavorful. I was given enough to mix with my rice and wow that brought it over the edge. Now the sope was nothing to write home about and the horchata was a bit too thick for me but overall the food here was good. Definitely come for those shrimp enchiladas. read more

let's start by saying my order was wrong and I was the only person there, they corrected it but another customer came in and the young lady served agua de sandía that she got from the fridge and it was less than a quarter on the container and she smelled It and made A funny face and went inside the kitchen with a little bit of the agua fresca to get a 2nd opinion and hahaha the owner or manager I believe said it's ok hahaha but you can tell that also the horchata was from the day or days before because it's only 9am and it has less than half in the container and there is residue on the top of the container! sorry but I would not recommend this place, I feel bad for the young waitress cause cause she was doing everything! I still tipped her of course, cause her service was good read more

Marlin Restaurant - dirty container from the day or days before, so I don't think the agua fresca is so fresh - Seafood Near Me - Artesia, California

The spot is a little hidden gem ! This Mexican restaurant has been at this location for about three years. I go down the street every single day and did not see it until I seen a sign that was in back of a truck in the parking lot so the next morning, which was today I stopped by and had some Menudo , we also ordered 2 shrimp tacos and one pancake for the kiddos ! The Menudo was really tasty tell you the honest truth probably one of the best ones I've had in a long time! The shrimp taco was super fresh, handmade, fresh corn tortillas, and they give you a big bottle of chipotle sauce so good!! my two girls had a pancake, pretty fluffy and big. I cut it up and pieces for them and they shared it. Overall, the food was delicious. The service could be a little bit better, but I think the waitress was pretty new. I was on my second bowl of chips and salsa before we got our drinks. .. The chips and salsa were perfect. They always say if the salsa is great at a Mexican restaurant, the food is gonna be better And it was !!! that's salsa was so good ! I do highly recommend you try their Horchata it is homemade not store-bought ! You could just taste the difference one of the best we've had in a long time. Thank you so much for the great food and the awesome Horchata. We will definitely be back. See you soon.! And this location is very clean and the staff was super friendly. I almost forgot to put that. read more

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Breakfast, lunch or dinner if I'm hungry and can't decide I always end up here because no matter what I order I won't be disappointed everything is so delicious! The tacos gobernador are my favorite. Parking is very limited. read more

The food was immaculate!!!! I ordered the caldo de camarón and my husband ordered the carne asada plate . Both were fresh but I have to say my shrimp soup (which is the caldo de camarón) was sooo authentic, the flavors complemented one after another!! The tortillas are freshly made . And our server/hostess Belen was super sweet and super helpful!! 10/10 would recommend!!!! As far as restaurant goes it was super clean and organized. The decor was so neat not over bearing, not sure about restrooms we didn't go but again 10/10. read more

Marlin Restaurant - The ambiance is so relaxing. - Seafood Near Me - Artesia, California

It's not often I write a review but when I experience something deliciously prepared and authentic to the taste of the region the food is from, I am compelled to do so. I am not from Sinaloa but I've visited there many times, and the flavor of the dishes I ate at this restaurant evokes memories from my visit there. I can't wait to try their camarones aguachiles! Service was on point: our server was attentive, respectful and communicative! Ambience: clean and comfortable! read more

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Food is well prepared with excellent flavors! Service is very attentive and fast! One of the better Mexican seafood places in the area!

Food tasted very good, but small portions and way overpriced! So either make portions a little bigger, or lower the price. Service was good! Wine selection was nice. read more

I called ahead and placed an order for pick up. The staff at the front were nice and I thought the price was fair until I opened my order and felt I paid more than the portion size I got. The ceviche I ordered was fresh but the container it was in didn't contain the liquids well so by the time I ate it most of the liquids were in the bag. I was given a small container of salsa and tostada which pair well just felt for the price a better container with a lid would have worked. read more

Located in a relatively quiet strip mall across from 99 Ranch, I didn't think much of it. I'm glad curiosity got the best of me and I checked Yelp. I was visiting my Mom and picking up dinner to bring back to my home, 20ish mins away. For that reason, I didn't opt for any item that would be best eaten immediately; crunchy foods such as tacos, nachos, quesadillas or loaded fries. I opted for 5 $7.99 burritos to go: carne asada, chicken, and al pastor. The Hubs didn't think his carne asada burrito was anything special because he wanted guac in it & it must be an up charge because none if them came with it. My Mom liked her carne asada burrito and said it was very tasty. The al pastor was lightly sweet and spicy. Nice chunks of meat and fresh crunchy onion pieces, cilantro, and a perfect ratio of rice and beans. I got 2 gristle pieces but it was otherwise great quality meat. Chips were crisp and not overly greasy. We all loved the flavor of the chunky red salsa the best of the three; habanero, tomatillo and red. Def will be back to try the sopes & tacos! read more

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Amazing Tacos Gobernador, Shrimp Tacos, and Ceviche de Camaron, pulpo, y pescado. They made it without onion which was nice. read more

Called and asked if we can order their carne asada nachos for pick up. Yes. Ordered, picked up, easy peasy. Went home. Not too happy to open a bowl of chips with nacho sauce not even real cheese. Covered in some kind of BOILED beef that tasted nothing like carne asada. Not even close. Tasted more like boiled beef cartilage and fat. What a waste of time money and food. Had they told me that they didn't have carne asada, would have never stopped here. Gross. Ended up in the garbage. Hate wasting good. But just no bueno. read more

Nice to have a GOOD Mexican food spot here in Artesia! You won't find much better than their $6 3-taco combo with rice, beans, carrots, & chips on Tuesday. Delicious! The Al Pastor is done really well. Not greasy! Also my parents love the shrimp plate and seafood soup. I tried the fried fish and fried shrimp tacos and they were HUGE and delicious. If you call to place an order they might pickup the phone and immediately start speaking spanish so if you're not spanish-speaking just tell them you'd like to place an order to go and they'll make it happen! Very friendly. read more

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I've been a customer of Marlin Restaurant since they opened back in 2021. As someone who's eaten from many Mexican restaurants / joins over the years in the LA area - I have to say this place is one of the best! BEST shrimp tacos & entree plates, IMO. Plus, the chips & salsa (complimentary w/entrees) - are beyond amazing. I've met the lady owner and the head chef a few times - they're both super nice, professional, and friendly. On today's visit, I was helped by a young lady named Claudia. Very nice, professional, and great customer service. I've recommended Marlin's to anyone who's looking for a fabulous Mexican joint in the Cerritos/Artesia area. Always a pleasure, and will be back soon. Thank you so much! :) read more

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Hidden gem! I was craving a shrimp burrito and even though it was not in the menu they were able to make it! I guess they had a secret menu which I need to see what else is on there because that burrito was delicious! The restaurant is small but very clean! The server was very polite and welcoming. I will definitely come back. I want to try other things on their menu. Also the price was decent. I actually was going to another Mexican cuisine place before I went here and their shrimp burrito was $20! Which I thought was expensive. Here at Marlin restaurant it was $13 but tax and card charge it needed up being $15... still cheaper. read more

Marlin Restaurant - Shrimp burrito - Seafood Near Me - Artesia, California

I've spent hours trolling for marlin, but somehow Marlin hooked me, instead! https://www.yelp.com/user_local_photos?select=BVOivpff-nUJm5o4MIWPWA&userid=xsT4KZTu_KnOVavtuXn4RA Occupying the former location of stalwart Dolphin Bay Cafe (later Blue Bay Cafe), and then a short-lived Chinese food restaurant, Marlin Restaurant has set up shop, offering daily specials for the hungry masses- Mon - Burritos asada & a can of soda/$6.99 Tues - 3 tacos w/ rice & beans/$4.99 Wed - Fish ceviche tostada/$4.99 Thurs - Ham, asada or chicken quesadilla/$4.99 Fri - Asada torta w/ fries/$5.99 https://www.yelp.com/user_local_photos?select=9S6K_9m7a2bNUfJwH5YfVg&userid=xsT4KZTu_KnOVavtuXn4RA Asada quesadilla Thursday Special/$4.99- https://www.yelp.com/user_local_photos?select=Jp7bBXy4nosSvffZUW1uPA&userid=xsT4KZTu_KnOVavtuXn4RA Not skimping on the meat at all, the asada quesadilla was cheesy, fatty & filling. The included sour cream, salsa & carrots rounded out a flavorful plate for under $5. Shrimp ceviche tostada- https://www.yelp.com/user_local_photos?select=jIe9bl3EHOmPWb3zTzrICw&userid=xsT4KZTu_KnOVavtuXn4RA Looking for a seafood dish, as the namesake Marlin & Seafood are both on the marquee, I settled upon ceviche. I asked what type of fish is used for ceviche, which I told was mojarra (tilapia). Opting to spend a little more for shrimp, I'm glad I did. A very generous portion of bright, fresh & plump shrimp, adorned with cilantro, salsa & cucumber, topped by heaping slices of avocado, I loved digging into this! 2 tostadas served as edible plates, as I relished each heaping spoonful of ceviche upon the crunchy dishware. Thumb's up! Service was excellent. The kind lady working the register was friendly, and gave recommendations when asked. Currently, no dine-in is allowed, and there are no al fresco tables available, as well. Parking is via a private lot. Marlin Restaurant is located across Pioneer Blvd. from 99 Ranch Market. Future forecast - I'm going to be a regular at Marlin Restaurant. The food's killer, and is reasonably priced, especially when referring to the Weekday Specials. I already have designs to come back for Taco Tuesday, perhaps choosing pastor & taco gobernadors. And, maybe huevos a la Mexicana for the heck of it. Sabroso! https://www.yelp.com/biz_photos/marlin-restaurant-artesia?select=sUZdSHjqPFjT-UFsHGOYqA read more

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Fish tacos : breaded fish with shredded cabbage slaw and melted cheese , chipotle tartar as sauce wasn't too spicy Carne asada taco had tender chopped pieces of beef Al pastor taco seemed to be more flavorful than the beef Ceviche mixed shrimp and fish was available although not on the online menu Green Salsas were spicier than expected but still good counterpunch to the foods Pickled carrots were different from what I've had -thicker cooked rounds rather than the thinner slices that come in cans Overall not unpleasant but my quest for bomb tacos is still not over. read more

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Hey! This is a new spot that took over that dolphin chinese food place. So far pretty good. My boyfriend has already frequented this spot a few times already. So what does that tell you...?!?!? Its pretty legit. Its good to see a new local small business that we can support during covid times. Support your local businesses! read more

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Amazing! Great service amazing food!! Great prices and fast service. Everything is super good

So we live in La Palma and wanted some real Mexican food and did not feel like driving to Anaheim. Found this place in Artesia not far and I have to say the food is delicious. We had the mixed ceviche and the carne asada and it was full of flavor and very tasty. This place is a must try. Great service too. I will be ba k soon. read more

Marlin Restaurant - Ceviche mixed with fish shrimp and octopus so delicious and tasty - Seafood Near Me - Artesia, California

Ordered an asada burrito and it was mostly rice. Usually get chips and I didn't this time. $11 for rice is a bit much. read more

Marlin Restaurant - Asada burrito - Seafood Near Me - Artesia, California

ambiance is okay. i'd come back for their ceviche, so good! make sure you bring cash, they charge you extra for using card read more

Their taco Tuesdays, especially their fish tacos are really authentic, delicious and a good size

We ordered Shrimp Tacos , Fish Tacos , Chicken Tacos and Chicken Quesadilla. There are things to like about this place but it has some sore points too. Shrimp Taco : best item of the lot - it had good crunch and hit the spot really well. Fish Taco : shrimp taco was much better - fish wasn't bad but we were better off with shrimp tacos. Chicken Tacos - underwhelming - did not like them at all. Chicken quesadilla - again chicken is not well made . I got a bite which wasn't cooked enough and that ruined the plate for me . Overall - good service - this place has potential to get it right if they improve on non-seafood items We might give it another try but not anytime soon read more

This little spot has always been our go to Mexican food. We have dined in and order take out. My mother in law from out of town really enjoyed it the next time she visited she returned for dinner. Take out has been good each time the tacos are good and fresh. The nachos are filing, and the burritos are delicious. When we dine in, we gotten sopita and they waitress attends us pretty quickly. read more

My definition for a Tuesday is TACOS . And Marlin has it. I am very pleased with the order I got. Marlin Taco Tuesday deal for $5.99, of course due to pandemic the price went up, it's reasonable. Overall it's my first time trying a new Mexican / taco joint near work. I am very happy with their tacos, it has flavors it's a plus. I have tried many tacos and many asada tacos many of them just taste kind of plain. But Marlin your tacos have flavors and I am surprised and I LIKED IT. I will definitely be back. Service was friendly, the girl who took my order was very nice and smiling the whole time, makes it feels welcoming. I only order Tuesday taco deal for lunch. It came with a lot more than I expected. They also gave me chips it's really fresh tortilla chips. Salsas was tasty, but I feel the green salsa needs a bit more chili or spice maybe it's just me. I really like their red salsa it has a kick to it and it goes with with the taco and chips. Overall I will be back and try out other foods from their menu. I wish they have jalapeños, they gave me carrots it's still good. PS, recently I been eating foods that have less sodium to stay healthy. I feel they are perfect on the seasonings. They do seem to consider that and gave extra salt packs. So it's up to you if you want to add it or not. Good thinking Marlin . read more

Marlin Restaurant - Asada taco - Seafood Near Me - Artesia, California

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The food was so delicious and their service was amazing it was nice and calm and ambiance the Camarones Aguachirles was so good and their was good desserts. read more

The food is amazing, wonderful customer service and really quick, and there is only one waitress and a very quick service that's amazing, its ambiance is really chill for the family. read more

Very nice and clean restaurant. The service was very courteous. The food was delicious and authentic. Reminded me Mexico! I truly enjoyed the complimentary chips & salsa, with a small cup of sopita. I was pleasantly surprised how affordable the prices were. A true hidden gem in our city. I highly recommend!! read more

Marlin Restaurant - Restaurant layout - Seafood Near Me - Artesia, California

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My husband and I placed a to-go order after hearing good things from our son. We placed our order over the phone, and staff was able to answer a couple of our questions and make a recommendation (al pastor quesadilla). The restaurant is located in a small corner strip mall across from Ranch 99. The interior is cheerily decorated with tables covered in striped fiesta colored fabric. Service was pleasant and friendly. We love Mexican food and we definitely liked this! read more

Marlin Restaurant - Al pastor quesadilla, fish & asada tacos with complementary chiles, chips and a variety of salsas. - Seafood Near Me - Artesia, California

I've visited here twice since this year started. The first time I was on a mission to find a local fish taco that I liked...not undercooked or covered in crema, but crispy and flavorful. Marlin delivered. They do fish well. I really like their chile too. My garlic fish plate had a generous portion of food. It came with tortilla chips, potato salad, and corn tortillas. Now that's a meal! The stellar customer service is what I really enjoy. The last time I was there waiting for my order I was chatting with the hostess and she had me cracking up. This pandemic needs to be over because I can't wait to dine in. read more

Marlin Restaurant - Garlic fish dinner plate. - Seafood Near Me - Artesia, California

FINALLY amazing Mexican food in my hood. I used to drive down to Hawaiian Gardens to get good Mexican food because all the options around here are sub par. This place is AMAZING. They make in my opinion the perfect fish taco. It's a behemoth half filet of fish breaded and fried to perfection. None of that battered crap with little to no meat in it. Favorites - Gobernador taco - the shrimp they use on is so good! Chunky, fresh and meaty. Then they put a bunch of peppers and toppings on it it's like a mini meal in itself! Sausage and bacon breakfast burrito - holy god so good here. They make the eggs perfect. Super moist and not rubbery like most places plus the bacon is super crispy! (Bonus they serve it ALL DAY!) I've also recently had the Huevos al la Mexicana. Such a perfectly balanced breakfast and the eggs have a nice kick to it from the Serrano pepper. They top it with fresh sliced avocado and give you home style potatoes, rice and beans, your choice of tortillas And chips and salsa all for $8.99!!! If you're the kind of person that judges a Mexican restaurant by their rice and beans you will be very pleased. It's made fresh here, none of the mushy goop that come from the can. The place is a cut above most of the restaurants in Hawaiian gardens and is now my new favorite Mexican spot! Actually well made fresh Mexican food for such a cheap price tag. Get here!! read more

Marlin Restaurant - Huevos a la mexicana all this for $8.99!! - Seafood Near Me - Artesia, California

First time here at Marlins and it has great ambiance for a small establishment, great music in the back ground. We waited a while for our food but it was worth it, the Menudo I ordered was delicious one of the best I've tasted, my other family members ordered chilaquiles and huevos rancheros and they said it was also delicious to finish off our Sunday breakfast we ordered the cream filled churros and they were very good. I highly recommend this place and I will be back to taste other menu items. read more

I heard raving reviews of the Taco Gobernador & am definitely coming back for more!! We had the shrimp ceviche, jamaica/hibiscus agua fresca, & chips & beans, too! The salsa is so yummy. But, honestly, try the GOBERNADOR!! Came for the first time today & lovee the atmosphere. Very cozy & inviting. The service was great & Andrea did a wonderful job checking in on us! Love supporting family ran businesses in our community!! read more