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    Marlin Restaurant

    4.5 (110 reviews)
    ModerateSeafood, Mexican

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    Asada sope
    Fel E.

    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

    dirty container from the day or days before, so I don't think the agua fresca is so fresh
    Milton G.

    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

    chips and salsa to start off with !!! The salsa is very good.
    Martin N.

    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.

    The ambiance is so relaxing.
    Patty D.

    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.

    Taco de Camaron
    Ace A.

    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!

    Daily specials
    Julie L.

    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!

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    Dan R.

    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.

    New menu! Aug 2023. (Page 1 of 2)
    Amy K.

    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! :)

    Shrimp burrito
    Jourdan L.

    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.

    Rodney S.

    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

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    Excellent!! Real Mexican food!!!las fajitas mixtas están servidas como para comer2 personas. Bien servidas.y buen precio..

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    Definitely authentic food. The sopés and costel de camaronês were delicious! The staff was courteous.

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    Love the marlin. Thank you for opening so close to me. Taco specials tuesdays cant go wr0ng

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