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    Tacos Y Maricos El Compa

    3.6 (48 reviews)
    ModerateMexican, Seafood
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    Good for kids
    Good for groups

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    El Compa Seafood Restaurant price increase faded sign on one entry door. Failed to mark their menus with the correct pricing!

    "Mariscos El Compa" is an old Mexican Seafood Restaurant in an industrial neighborhood in Caldwell, ID. We were given menus showing different prices than those we were actually charged! The server never advised us of the increase in food pricing! When we complained they showed us a faded sign, on one of their entrance doors, stating there had been an increase in prices. The food is definitely overpriced, for this establishment category. Grilled thin beef pieces, "carne asada " is a whooping $22. Their fried shrimp were overcooked and expensive, and ice tea was $5...all of this in a mediocre restaurant with the men's bathroom in disrepair. I am sure this price hike is unjustified and done in a sneaky manner, DO NOT patronized them!

    OMG! Soooooooo delicious! We grew up in AZ and have been searching for Mexican food that meets the standards we grew up with and this place is that place for us! I got the fried shrimp with rice and beans and my husband got the smothered burrito and customer service was amazing the server was so nice to me the corona I had while waiting for food was coooolllldddd and everything was on point!

    Chani S.

    The first time here and I will definitely be back! Everything tasted fresh and homemade lots of great options for seafood and for non-seafood dining. It seemed like a busy neighborhood place as every table was filled! The Michelada was the best ever had!

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    Gisela J.

    First time in. I say it was okay. I was meeting w a friend, I had my 4 year nephew with me and they only had two tables with customers.. I waited to be seated like the signed said but after while my nephew grew inpatient so we sat at a booth. The server came after a minute or two got our drink order. I took my nephew to the bathroom they are pretty clean, not much of light in there it was a bit dark but it was ok.. My friend arrived, she got her drink we visited for a bit... We order our food the dish I order was I honestly I don't remember but it was so delicious I love the tasted of my food it was so good. My friend order tacos she loved them. The server got confused that she brought me some Tacos of shrimp and than fixed my order. She did say it was her first time. She was good. My nephew was killing flies was his hands he was Entertaining himself lol.. Over all the food was good the place was calm and the flies well its summer it's hard to keep them away. Our server did ok too.

    Nikkeya M.

    I use to love this place but the last two times the service has been horrible. It's 9:15 we just left. We got there at 8:30 and the sign says they close at 9 while our waitress wasn't as rude as the last one it was still crappy. She passively aggressively let us know we were "lucky" to get there she was going to turn the open sign off. The table infront of us was getting the same "get out" vibes and even asked about it. The waitress said if its slow they close. IF its slow but several tables were turned away. Our food came out so quick but the ostones were not good at all. It's Thursday night so I know Gueros had live mariachi and the service is always amazing. I will never come back here. We left a good tip, we were kind despite the remarks urging us to leave but the service is just going downhill.

    The woman with the hoops is beyond rude

    I had a rude waitress. She is a bully and made it the worst experience. I love this place and the food is amazing, however I dread walking in and seeing this woman. I'm not sure how to add photos if I did I'd add a picture to show her. beware of this lady

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    Great food and service! Some of the most authentic Mexican food I have had in Idaho. This is a must try!

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    Affordable pricing. Food was out fast! Complimentary chips and salsa. Friendly staff.

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    This place was not real clean to me tables were sticky.........that did not set well. It needs cleaned up and redone.

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    Most authentic Mexican seafood you are going to find in Idaho. Service is always great.

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    Food is always amazing!! Service is great. Better than most places in Caldwell. We go there for lunch often.

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    Food was really salty, waitress was terrible! Never came back to the table, really expensive for what you get, I'll never go back!!

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    My wife and I had the pleasure of dining here tonight for our anniversary & all I have to say is…read morethat it exceeded our expectations and we were blown away at how amazing everying was. The flowers and anniversary card made us feel so special. The table guac hit the spot! 10/10. Anthony made our espresso martinis & he made them PERFECTLY. Creamy and perfect. Jalene was our server and went above and beyond just serving us. She made our entire experience at Del Mar top tier. Welcoming, excited for our anniversary/1st dining experience and she made us feel at home truly. The food was OUTSTANDING. We had lobster, steak & short rib. All of it was cooked perfectly. Presentation was stunning. The celebratory dessert at the end was so fun and sweet and much appreciated. Thank you Coa Del Mar, Jalene & Anthony for your service and incredible experience. We can't wait to come back.

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    We came here tonight, a Wednesday, for a belated Mother's Day. First visit for us, though our…read moredaughter has been here several times before. We were sat at a nice booth right away. Our server, MJ, did a really great job taking care of us. She was nice, friendly, helpful, and attentive. Our daughter had the Unicorn sushi roll with a side of edamame, my wife had a bowl of clam chowder and the shrimp scampi, and I had the fish and chips (cod; they also offer salmon and halibut, but the halibut, which I would have liked, was double the price at $38). For dessert, we shared the key lime pie. My wife said the clam chowder was OK, but more potatoes than clams. She did like her scampi. Our daughter liked the sushi roll. And, I liked the beer battered cod with the tartar sauce, and their fries were nicely seasoned and fairly crispy ( a little crispier would have been nice). The key lime pie had a rougher texture; I like it more creamy. Still good, though. I liked the exterior of the building. Red brick, arched windows that have a Mediterranean feel, and an exterior staircase that gives a bit of an industrial vibe. I thought it would be a little more upscale inside, but it is more basic wood tables and booths. There is a patio area, and it looks like there is an upstairs patio or dining area as well. All in all, a good first experience. We will definitely return.

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    It was raining so I decided to stop in for some clam chowder and salad. Amelie's did not…read moredisappoint. I travel to main yearly and eat clam chowder. I am no expert but I know this clam chowder is superb! Oh and that slice of bread? It was like a little crispy cloud of buttery goodness. I was only disappointed my husband wasn't there to share one of the seafood boils with. This would be a great date spot. One major tip if you go: save room for a slice of the brandy walnut cheesecake or get a slice to go. You will not regret it!!!

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