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Pete's Plaza Cafe

3.3 (263 reviews)
InexpensiveAmerican, Mexican
Open • 9:00 am - 12:00 AM (Next day)

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

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Peter P.

This is a nice place to just sit outside and enjoy a beer during happy hour. There's no building really to speak of. Just a large outdoor kitchen with a covered patio. They also have tacos which looked good from where I was sitting.

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Siao Z.

ONLY chicken tacos were $1.50 during happy hour (2-5PM). They didn't state it on the sign! The chicken tacos were still good though and definitely most affordable food on the island between 2-5PM . Ill eat as much taco as I can here because everywhere else is so expensive! If it rains, you only get slight cover though. Its not an indoor restaurant.

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Heidi L.

Came late at night. Absolutely delicious food. We ordered tripa, pastor, carnitas and shrimp with spicy salsa. Everything was made fresh to order and authentic. Loved it. When I come back to visit, I'll come here again

Dry and chewy

"Happy hour" is only for chicken taco. After trying, I wouldn't try again, it wasn't good. $7per taco, x4 or 5 will yield $30+. Better to go to an indoor restaurant where you don't have to swat away flying insect and clean tables. Unfortunately I cannot recommend this place.

the bartered white fish was phenomenal!! not mad about the chorizo either :)
Matthew R.

the bartered white fish was phenomenal!! not mad about the chorizo either :) such nice servers!! for avalon, i bet it's not too pricey! it's mostly just a hur, but there's covered and uncovered seating!

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L B.

Great service, I recommend the Buffalo Milk and Asada Nachos. They were very attentive to us and its calm open air seating.

asada fries
Cindy N.

SO good. definitely hit the spot and was worth the price, especially when splitting with a friend. fries were crunch and the meat was juicy & not dry. very solid 9/10, would highly recommend this place since they're super nice and also open late!

Pacifico's and fireball go down smooth at this place.
Bryan S.

On a nice day with live entertainment this is such a fun to hang out and just relax. We drank beers all afternoon and watched Vern play his guitar and sing. We also had breakfast their burritos the next day (chorizo) and they were great. The burritos or large there. Ps the line can be long at times but this is a place to relax and take in the vibe.

Best Happy Hour on the Island!!!!! This is a hidden gem. Happy hour is awesome with Mai Tai girl (Lucinda) making the best drinks and Antonio making the best Baja Tacos I have had since Rosarito. The band, "Catalina Cruisers" during Happy Hour was incredible playing 70's and 80's music. Vern, the singer and guitarist week in along with Eric on the drums, Rafi on Bass and Cindi on the cello made our week in Avalon. The only negative was they had to stop playing at 7pm because of Avalon neighbors. Don't miss this bar and restaurant.

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Monty D.

What you see is what you get. It's located in a parking lot, a block off the boardwalk and across from the County offices. It gets ALL sorts of customers - great people watching. There is only outdoor seating, so plan accordingly. The staff, while not overly friendly to this tourist, was efficient and quick. Note: they are open until 2:00 am. We shared a taco; see my pic of their taco menu and my taco. There is actually a piece of breaded fish in there. The fish filled the taco, was lightly breaded, very hot and was flaky. As you can see the greens were fresh and crisp. I think the sauce was mayo based with a bit of heat. This can't be said for the side of hot sauce. It was quite hot and a dab added sufficient heat. If you have a case of the munchies, or want a quick beer, this may be the stop for you.

really reallllllyyyy good. LOVEEE THE CHILLIIIII CHEESSEE FRIESSSS

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Pete's Plaza Cafe - tradamerican - Updated July 2026

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