We needed food, quickly, before a concert,and this place delivered. This restaurant was packed along with all the other restaurants near by. Unfortunately, we didn't have a reservation, and it was an hour wait, so we went to the bar. A couple was just getting up, so we snagged the table. Our waitress was excellent. She brought us menus, water and were given hot chips with fresh delicious salsa. We ordered the happy hour margaritas and they were perfect to start things off. I ordered the shrimp enchiladas with green tomatillo sauce. The shrimp were big, the sauce was yummy, and the rice and beans were very good. Everyone else was happy with their order. Our waitress quickly ran up the check, as she knew we needed to get to a concert. She was always friendly and helpful to us. We enjoyed our meals, We will be back. read more

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I came to Tequila Jack's in Long Beach on Sunday morning with my partner. I ordered the huevos rancheros, while my partner ordered the beef sandwich and a Paloma. Unfortunately, the huevos rancheros were pretty underwhelming. They came with two over-easy eggs over a tortilla that was very soggy. I personally prefer the tortilla to have some crispness so you can actually bite into it and get that contrast in texture, but this one was completely soft underneath the eggs and sauce. The ranchero sauce itself was very basic and plain. It wasn't bad, but there wasn't anything particularly flavorful or memorable about it. The beans were fine, but I didn't care for the rice. My partner's beef sandwich was actually decent and probably the better of the two dishes, although it still wasn't anything extraordinary. He also ordered a Paloma, but unfortunately that was disappointing as well. He could really taste what seemed like lower-quality alcohol, and overall the drink tasted mostly like watered-down Squirt rather than a well-balanced Paloma. Overall, nothing was necessarily terrible, but the experience was pretty average. I was hoping for more flavor and better textures from the food, and a better-balanced cocktail. Unfortunately, nothing really stood out enough to make the meal memorable. The staff and waiter were nice and pleasant and restrooms were clean. read more

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Amazing Service from Divine! Divine was absolutely wonderful! She was friendly, attentive, and made sure we had everything we needed throughout our visit. Her great energy and exceptional customer service made the experience even better. Thank you, Divine you're a true asset to the team! read more

Pros: there was no wait on a Friday evening during happy hour and the margarita is huge. However, the happy hour food was not good... the fish tacos were so bland and dry. The best part of the meal were the free chips and salsa. It was really loud inside. For a nice view of the marina, there was a wait to be seated outside. There is validate parking but you will need to pay about $2. read more

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Located in Shoreline Village and very convenient walk on the overpass if you are staying at the Hyatt. Fun atmosphere, good chips and salsa, the margaritas are big and delicious. Their carne asada is a must and I had the combination with garlic shrimp. A friend had the fajitas and loved them as well. The staff is friendly and accommodating and sitting out on the patio on a pretty day a must. If you are driving, the parking is paid, but most restaurants will validate so your fee is lowered. read more

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Plenty of parking. This place can get packed VERY quickly. Good for apps and drinks. Staff is super friendly. One thing that I didn't like was the restroom smell. The men's restroom smell crept into the women's restroom. I know this is uncontrollable but my goodness hahahaha it could make anyone sober quick. Their salsa with chips were good. Servers were on point and drinks were made quickly with love. Views are awesome. We sat in the bar area outside. read more

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Snuck in a brunch outside before it got hot. It is a nice water front location. We got there at 11 when they opened and didn't have to wait to be seated. They have a lunch menu for smaller portions. I got the green cheese enchilada from there. It was delicious. The green sauce was so flavorful. I loved the black beans and the cheese on them. They have a paid parking lot. Don't forget to get your ticket validated to get a discount on parking. read more

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Went on a Sunday this time (I usually go on Taco Tuesday). The service is always on point as they check in right away and always check in making sure everything is good. The food is always amazing. We came for the carnitas and I decided to try the chile colorado. I was warned it was spicy and I thought it couldn't be that spicy right? It was but man it still had so much flavor and fortunately I enjoy heat. Washed it down with a tamarindo margarita first and then a house margarita. Tequila Jacks never disappoints and it's a place that's always on the list of "Where should we go eat?" read more

Tequila Jack's - Chile Colorado (spicy) plate that comes with rice, beans, corn pudding and tortillas Tamarindo Margarita on the side - Bars Near Me - Long Beach, California

Been coming here for years but last nights meal was just sad and disappointing. Got the Baja style fish taco plate and the picture speaks for itself. Saddest looking fish tacos I've ever seen. Small piece of fish and the taste was bland, even the beans and rice were lacking in flavor. read more

Went here for lunch on Grand Prix Friday. 04.17.2026 I was surprised how fast we were able to get seated! Greeted and seated. Chips and Salsa were served. It was busy because of the large crowds. We waited for our waiter to come back so we can order some drinks. Once he came back we ordered our drinks which we waited another good 15 minutes for him to return with our drinks. The time line was too long of a wait. He left again, waited another 15 minutes to take our food order. Lol. Ordered my shrimp cocktail along with other entrees. Our waiter was ghosting us every 15 minutes. Overall, the ambiance was busy. It is expected because of the grandprix event. This place needs to up their staffing when events like this is taking place. Food was good but service was dissapointing. read more

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Possibly one of the worst restaurants I've EVER been to. Service was missing. Ordered fajitas for dinner. The shrimp was barely on the grill, the peppers and onions were barely , tortillas were cold and I can't believe how people actually eat there because it was packed. Would love to know how many are actually regulars. I would never go back EVER. So I had to pay my hard earned money. read more

Restaurant: (Score: 10) Nice entrance, décor, and a good view of the sea. Location: (Score: 10) Excellent. Service: (Score: 10) The Senorita who served us first provided good service; the second waiter was attentive to our table and checked if our food was okay. Food: (Score: 6) Appetizers: *Guacamole (10) *Asada Nachos (9) *Chips and Salsa (10) Main Course: *Shrimp Green Enchiladas, pinto beans, and red rice (The enchiladas were cold, the sauce was average, and the rice with vegetables tasted like frozen food). *Carnitas Wet Burrito (The red sauce tasted ordinary, the carnitas were disappointing, the black beans needed more flavor, and the rice needed more flavor). I used my cutlery to signal my opinion of the meal. Drinks: (Score: 5) We ordered 3 micheladas, and the black pepper flavor was very strong. read more

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What an awful Tourist Trap. This is a place that once you come one, you will never return - and the level of service and quality of food reflects that management knowledge. First interaction: They advertise a Happy Hour on M-F from 5-6 PM We had this interaction with a server in the bar. "Can we get an order in before Happy Hour is up?" Server "Of course. (Looking at phone the time on their phone). What would you like?" We order. Drinks are brought over along with the check for full price drinks. Me "Can you please fix this check? It's not 6 yet and you are still on Happy Hour, that's why we rushed over." Server "Oh yeah, today we don't have Happy Hour so there is no discount." Me "What so you mean, we ordered these drinks on Happy Hour and now you are telling us there is no Happy Hour as advertised." Server: "Well, we don't do Happy Hour when there is an event in the area, so they are full price." Second interaction (after waiting 45 minutes for a table in the restaurant). We ordered the "made to order table side guac" for 15.50 for an appetizer. About 10 minutes later, a guac is delivered to the table that was either run through a blender or was taken from a tub with a spoonful of pico mixed in. So much for the advertised table side experience or fresh avocado. The guac we buy at Trader Joe's and from Costco are way better. Third Interaction when ordering an entree. I order enchiladas and they have red or green sauce. I ask, Can I get both red sauce on one and green sauce on the other? Response, "well there's an extra charge for that". Besides being lied to about "Happy Hour" and about the "Table-side" Guac and them being told a basic request is going to cost extra, it's is c extremely clear that this place has no respect for their customers and no expectation that anyone will return. I know the 6 local people in our group will never return. read more

Iv been in hospitality for 16 years. This place has some of the worst customer service I've ever experienced. I even feel silly writing one of these reviews but it was that bad. I was made to feel like I was an inconvenience for trying to make a reservation. I wouldent recommend anyone going here unless you would like to feel like a bother. Im sure they have some great people on there staff. but I was not fortunate enough to speak to one. what a shame. read more

Great location, shoreline village. View of the boats, relaxing and on a Sunday, it's hard to beat the atmosphere. So I ordered a Bloody Mary and their Version is extremely sweet. So I had to return it . I the ordered a Coronita Margarita and that is/was tasty. They do have many different offerings of tequilas. And honestly fairly priced. I started with the Fondido de queso basically a Chorizo fondue. It was very good, only the chips were stale. Not all the chips so just so you know, I ordered the chicken mole enchiladas. The service has been very accommodating. The flavor from the mole was perfect, smooth rich a touch of heat and chocolate. Very flavorful and with the sides of black beans and rice, a tasty pairing. There is side of sweet corn , completing the plate. Great dish. I arrived at 1130 which apparently was the best time. By noon the place was packed and jumping. TVs for the games and plenty of room, so not so crowded despite the amount of people. Great place for a date , or family/friends gathering. read more

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The service was good, it was pretty empty but at first it seems like you're going to get good Mexican food with some good margaritas or cocktails. It was very plain flavor food. Even the guacamole has no lemon, spices, or salt. The chips were crunchy and good but had no salsa that went well with it. The resturant might need new recipes or a new chef. No cocktails and margaritas could be better read more

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Happy hour prices + view of the marina are fantastic. We've only gone during happy hour because we just love the outdoor patio & the prices. No wait at 5pm on a Thursday. Patio: covered on top with heaters. They pull down additional side covers along the patio when it's super windy, so sitting outside is still very comfortable no matter the weather. Inside: dim and moody lighting. Food: 4 fish tacos, chips/salsa (so fresh & crispy), taquitos, pulled pork sliders (skip), michelada and marg for $40. Service: good. Food comes out fast. Definitely recommend for casual fare with great views! read more

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On this busy Friday night when we arrived we were seated right away. Our table was along the edge of the walking path with a picture perfect view of the marina. The staff was friendly and attentive. The drinks we ordered arrived ice cold and delicious. The food was cooked to perfection. For an authentic meal, this place is definitely worth trying. They offer indoor and outdoor patio seating that can accommodate small to large groups. Give them a try. read more

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Went on a Saturday afternoon and there was no wait, with plenty of seating available both indoors and outdoors. The menu offers a wide variety of drinks and dishes. It leans heavily toward Mexican food but also includes some American options like burgers and buffalo wings. I ordered a combination plate, which comes with 2-3 items of your choice, rice and beans, and Mexican corn pudding. I chose the pork tamales and taquitos. The pork tamales were pretty good, but the taquitos were bland and I didn't end up finishing them. The sides were decent overall, and the Mexican corn pudding was my favorite part of the meal. We also got unlimited chips and dip, which was a nice bonus. For drinks, I ordered the "Scooby Snack," a cocktail made with rum, melon liqueur, pineapple juice, and whipped cream. It came in a huge cup and was a great value for the price. It tasted good too. Overall, it's a solid spot for food and drinks, and they even offer happy hour, which makes it worth checking out. read more

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The service was friendly as always and the food was delicious. I'm glad that this place has stayed consistently good. Food came out hot and everything had lots of flavor. The cilantro lime salad had jumbo shrimp. Can't go wrong with any of the dishes. read more

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We've been coming to Tequila Jack's for years, and my father-in-law has been a weekly regular for even longer. Because of that, it takes a lot for me to leave a negative review. The margaritas are excellent, which is honestly what has kept us coming back despite repeated negative interactions with the same hostess lady over the years. This isn't based on a single visit. In 2022 after our daughter suffered a stroke as an infant, we would occasionally bring her in a stroller and simply ask for a table where we wouldn't be blocking walkways or inconveniencing other guests. Even then, we were consistently met with an attitude that made us feel like we were inconveniencing her by asking for a simple accommodation. Most recently, on April 24th, my husband and I came in for a date night. We were told an estimated wait time and received a text when our table was ready, but we missed the notification and checked back in about 10-15 minutes later. We completely understood that our original table had been given away. We were then seated at a table we weren't comfortable with and politely asked if we could wait for another option. We made it clear we were willing to wait. Instead of being treated courteously, we were met with eye-rolling, dismissive responses, and a tone that made us feel unwelcome. When I later asked if there was an estimate on the wait, I was again met with a curt response that felt unnecessarily hostile by the same hostess. At that point, we decided to leave. What disappointed me most wasn't the wait or the table assignment. Restaurants get busy, and we understand that. It was the feeling that, after years of visiting this establishment, we were treated like an annoyance rather than valued customers by the same hostess lady. One would hope that being married to a manager would inspire higher standards of customer service, not the impression that basic professionalism is optional in the hospitality industry. Great margaritas bring people in. Consistently good customer service is what keeps them coming back. read more

Tequila Jack's - Margaritas - Bars Near Me - Long Beach, California

I'm sorry to give a poor review because tequila Jack's has often been a nice standby when I am in Long Beach. The location is excellent as it is right on Shoreline Drive in the middle of the village. You can sit outside and have a view of the water, which is always delightful. I believe most people come here because of the location and not necessarily the food and drinks. But I make it a habit to go on Tuesdays because they have an excellent deal on taco Tuesdays. Tacos are only $1.50, an excellent deal. In the past, I have had delicious vegetarian tacos. I was a little disappointed when I saw that those were no longer on the menu. I ordered the fish tacos, and I must say I was disappointed. The quality seemed to be much worse than what I remembered in the past. You might be thinking that should be expected for the price and you might be right. The service was very poor. I could never find my server and after an extended period of trying to catch anyone's eye, I chose to walk up to the hostess and ask them to send over my server. In fairness to them, it was an extremely busy evening . It was taco Tuesday after all. But I do not think I will be returning anytime soon after my experience yesterday. read more

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Tequila Jack's is my dad's favorite restaurant, and we've eaten here more times than I can count. If you know my dad, you know he doesn't change much. Once he finds a place he loves, that's his spot. The location is hard to beat. The waterfront view is beautiful, the atmosphere is relaxing, and the service has always been friendly. It's a great place to spend time with family and enjoy the scenery. The reason I'm giving it three stars is because the food has never been consistent. When it's good, it's absolutely amazing and easily one of the best meals around. But when it's off, it's disappointing, especially for the price. I keep coming back because of the memories, the view, and because it's my dad's favorite place. I just wish the kitchen was as consistent as the rest of the experience. read more

This is somewhat a staples here in Shoreline Village. The very first time I've been was only by default. We were next door for happy hour which the wait time was extortionate and decided about this place. Fast forward many many years later and here we are. Shoreline village is a cute little waterfront that offers some dining options, loads of tourist traps with the shops and a just a cute overall little waterfront. Happy hour was happening and we didn't, well couldn't decided on where we wanted to go. Started off with looking at the menus at what places were offering them and then we ended up back here. Selling point, the nice waterfront seating that looks out to the marina. It was noted to check in at the front desk since we walked in from the back but was told to have a seat anywhere we like. Majority of everyone was on the patio enjoying the sun. We got a couple seating along the hi top looking out to the marina. Menus was brought out first but did notice chips and salsas were brought out as well. It did take a while for ours to arrive. Let me say, the salsa was nice with that little kick to each bite. And it was bottomless which is also a plus. You don't get that at most places nowadays. It did take a little while to order as it seemed like the waiter was taking everyone's orders both at the bar section and patio. We only wanted a drink and maybe some small bites. For the price, it was good. House margaritas on the rocks was 8.00. Pre mixed already but it was quite nice. Food wise, the taquitos (3) with guacamole and some chicken strips. Lol, totally not your mix with margaritas but it sounded good...lol... Bar food bites with our drink. Taquitos, they were a bit too hard. Had to take it apart to enjoy it. The beef was tasty at least and perfect with the salsas. Chicken strips, basic so you can't go wrong. Unless you can and it's a total mess on your part for ordering it. We did want another drink which took a very long time to come. Seemed like the waiter forgot as he was now making drinks behind the bar. After waiting and seeing other people get their drinks before us, I had to walk up to the counter to remind him again. It was nice along the patio seating but they did come to drop the curtains which the whole point was enjoying the sun and the view. Didn't ask if we wanted it drop or not but instead just did it. Had to asked them if they could raise it a little so we can still see out. The drinks were nice. Food was somewhat whatever for 6.00 an item, can't beat that. I believe there were about 6/7 items for bites. Overalls, drinks and the ambiance was nice. People watching was great as your literally along the boardwalk. Service, it was hectic during happy hours. Nice at the start when we walked in but hectic toward the end. I don't think I've ever had a meal here besides a quick stop for happy hour which has alway been good. Tip, make sure to validate as it's 2 hr free parking. We forgot and just thought it was automatic 2 hrs free which came up to 10.00 for parking when we left. That was just a little past the free 2 hrs. read more

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Came on LB grand prix weekend and it was surprisingly not too busy. No wait to be seated and food came out in a good amount of time. Our service was friendly and attentive. Guacamole was delicious I definitely recommend, as well as their shrimp tacos. Outdoor (patio) and indoor seating was available, and place looked clean. Perfect sport for a casual dinner or lunch for some good food! read more

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Tequila Jacks is a lovely place to go for lunch or dinner. Just being located at Shoreline Village in Long Beach is a plus. Indoor or outdoor dining is great. The food is good and plentiful. I couldn't believe how much chicken was in my enchilada, tamale and taco. The ambiance is great and the customer service is great. There is plenty of parking available. Enjoy shopping at the specialty shops after your good meal. read more

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I would say 3.5 stars is right but our waiters definitely brought this up to a 4! My friend and I celebrated our joint birthdays here and we had a great lunch. Portions are HUGE here! Omg my friend's taco salad was an insane size hahaha. I got the enchiladas which were solid, nothing that really stood out. My friend got the mixed ceviche but they brought him only shrimp ceviche, when we pointed out the wrong order, they quickly took care of it. Then at the end we mentioned that it was both of our birthdays and they brought out 2 HUGE cupcakes!! I mean Ive never seen so much frosting in one place! Great view of the water, and they comp part of your parking so parking was just a few bucks when I left. We had a baby with us and they were super considering and a great kids' menu. Would come back here for a happy hour again! read more

The grilled salmon was perfectly cooked--flaky, flavorful, and topped with a fresh pineapple salsa that added the perfect balance of sweetness. It came with fluffy rice and a generous serving of sautéed vegetables that were cooked just right. read more

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Great Ambiance. Good customer service. I ordered the enchiladas chicken. Not good. But that was the only time. Next time I'll pick something else. Over all a good time. #HaveYourOwnExperience read more

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We had a new waitress. She was VERY SWEET VERY KIND! The manager was extremely disappointing and just DISGRACEFUL!!!! This poor waitress accidentally spilled ice water on my elderly uncle on his 75th birthday on JUNE 8, 2026. The manager came and said he'll comp the drinks?!??? Offered a STALE cupcake for his birthday ON HIS BIRTHDAY? 0 empathy for my dear friend Ray who sat there shivering cold and WET. What happened to decorum? I don't blame the waitress when you have a manager like that. She was a sweetheart. Will not return. read more

The ambiance was good but the service was bad. I had the Strawberry Margarita which I felt was not made without the heart. We were not hungry then so I ordered the beef quesadilla which was good cost about $18.00 plus's 2 drinks and had a cupcake for my friend's birthday was nice but the bill total was $88.25. That is too pricey . If you don't mind over spending but got so disappointed in the service. I do not recommend this place of business. Happy New Year! Kindness forward one person at a time. read more

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I haven't ever been to the area. So I checked out reviews for the restaurants. I narrowed it down to the fancy seafood restaurant, Yard House or TJ's. Walking by Tequila Jack's, the outdoor space looked great and the menu pricing wasn't bad either. The service was great. Our server was attentive without being overwhelming. Drinks & chips stayed full. Wait time for our entrees weren't bad either. The food tasted amazing! Based on reviews I thought it could be hit or miss. But we all enjoyed our meals. Husband got the carnitas plate. He really liked it. MIL got the chili verde. She commented on the house made tortillas several times. I got the 2 enchilada plate - Rojo cheese & verde chicken. Both tasted so good! One kid got the asada burrito and actually at 2/3rds of it. The other kid got to kids chicken tenders plate. It was a lot of food: 2-3 chicken strips, fries, 2 pieces of cantaloupe, and a small churro. The chips were delicious! The salsa had. Ore of a kick than I thought it would going off of looks. The guac is delicious was well. The added veg made it super fresh. It was all very good. I would definitely go back. read more

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The service was good. Had to look for the waiter for a few times. The mango margarita was just okay. After a few minutes the drink was too watery. The restaurant was busy and definitely can accommodate large parties. The restaurant does validate. After your meal you can walk around and admire the view. read more

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Perfect location, but not that impressive. Stopped by for a quick happy hour with a friend. Although it was packed and service was good, it was just ok! Definitely not a place I would run back too. Happy hour menu is decent pricing. Portions are small, hence the price point to match. We didn't order drinks, however, that seems to be the appeal of this place. Average rating in line with average food quality and taste. read more

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My sis was in town on business so I thought we'd stop in here across from her hotel for a late night taco run and drinks. We were seated fairly quickly and was served by Jose. He made sure to make us feel comfortable and he was very helpful in accommodating us with our order. For a Tuesday night, the place had a good amount of guests. The mood inside was very cozy and moody with the low lighting and listening to the buzz of people enjoying their night out. It was such a good place to stop especially with the amount of options Long Beach has to offer, this was the perfect choice. I dont find myself in Long Beach much but would definitely come back here again. Thank u Tequila Jack! read more

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It had no idea how good this place was. We had stopped here after whale watching with a large group of friends. We were surprised when someone sent over guacamole and queso to our table which was amazing. We were there for happy hour and the margaritas were reasonable and tasty. We ordered and array of food Nachos, tacos and burritos. We left full and satisfied. If you're ever in the area you should stop over for happy hour and you won't be disappointed. read more

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I wish I had pictures to share. We were just too hungry. Truly one of the most fun dinners I've had in my life. We were so well taken care of, drinks were amazing, food was great, and service made us feel like family. My cheeks hurt from laughing so much. They also made sure that we were comfortable the entire night. They checked on the chairs, tables, even the temperature. Honestly, we were happily ready to start doing closing duties by the end of the night. read more

Last time I came was 4 years ago. Tacos are still bomb ass fuck. Drinks nice and good with a little umph. Our waitor was chill and super cool his name is Peter. read more

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Horrible experience. I have celebrated multiple events at this restaurant. I called to make a reservation since in their website it say. They can make reservations for parties bigger then 8. I was told they don't take reservations in the weekends but they would accommodate a party of 12 I just had to arrive early. I got there staff is not friendly they were not accommodating they said they would sit me inside but would accommodate my whole party at one table. Horrible experience I left and will not be coming back to this restaurant again. Shoreline outside looks run down it smells it looks dirty. Parking is not well kept restaurant does not have the open vive it used to as they closed it off in parts. I don't recommend it. read more

Food is Deliciously tasty and Fresh, it comes to your table Hot !! We've been coming here since it first opened !! The drinks are made to perfection !! I love it's right next to the water . You can sit inside or outside. The menu has a Great Selection . If you have a larger party like 8 or more. I would call ahead of time and make a Reservation. That way everyone can sit in the same area. read more