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    Villa Marina

    4.2 (158 reviews)
    ModerateSeafood, Mexican
    Open 11:00 am - 10:00 pm

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    What's the vibe?
    Moderate noise
    Casual
    Classy
    Dogs allowed

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    Grilled pacific lobster
    Heather J.

    We stopped at here last minute. We were pleasantly surprised. The seafood is actually excellent. Presentation was also excellent. The tuna tartar was yummy! The grilled lobster was delicioso. Luis our server--and all the employees were pleasant and informative. We will definitely come back. *** Note this restaurant serves A LOT of octopus. It can be very hard if you are an octopus lover like me. Be warned & tell your server up front NO octopus on anything please. They are very accommodating.

    Chips and salsa
    Rosalina J.

    My friend @cheftiffanythomas scrolled through a plethora of seafood restaurants here in Tijuana and landed on this wonderful gem. What sold us was the photo of the Octopus SARTENEADO, & yes it was tasty, soft, & slow cooked in a well seasoned bath of butter. The rice has a hint of saffron, and the vegetables were nicely roasted. The table salsa is excellent and the complementary chips are doused in a bright red savory chili powder. We also ordered the trio of aguachiles, prepared with 3 different chiles; one green, one red, & lastly a dark blackened chili. Our favorite was the black aguachiles. They have plenty of mixed drinks & beer to offer, we had the hibiscus drink with mezcal. Everything is a 5 out of 5, including customer service. Heads up it's a very busy restaurant and parking is valet only. If you happen to have children with you they also have a separate play area for the kiddos; which is great if you happen to have an energetic toddler that needs a temporary distraction. The ambiance overall is very nice. I did notice it's somewhat casual to formal dinning, and very well staffed. It''s a great restaurant & I highly reccomend it.

    Good service and the food is awesome. Our waiter, Luis, was very friendly and making the whole experience even better. Highly recommended!
    Albert T.

    Very good service and the food is awesome. Our waiter, Luis, was very friendly and helpful, making the whole experience even better. Highly recommended!

    Guava Spritz
    Patricia C.

    The service is top notch! Waiter were amazing. The food was delicious. Highly recommended.

    Jose G.

    Everything was great and food was very good. Parking is great the staff is very friendly and helpful.

    Campeones de coco
    Robles E.

    Villa Marina was a last minute spot that we decided to try out. Service was excellent. Super attentive staff, very nice, clean, and nice ambiance. We ordered Camerones de coco con Tamarindo sauce delish. It's a little sweet but good. We also had the oysters JC and the Aguachile Trio. The star of the show for us was the red aguachile., the oysters were ok but the salsa was a bit overwhelming.. would definitely stop here again..

    Sonia M.

    Definitely 10/10 for us-- Villa Marina is a wonderful seafood restaurant with a creative flair, the ambiance was welcoming and modern, the staff very friendly, service very good. The food was delicious. We tried the tuna chicharrones-- that was surprisingly good. Husband had the fish ceviche and I had the pescado al ajo (pan seared bass in garlic), over rice with salad. All very flavorful and tender. We shared a dessert-- a sweet corn cake, with vanilla ice cream and caramel. A nice treat to end the meal. At the end, staff brought complimentary kalua slushee shots... which we enjoyed. Alondra was our waitress and she did a great job.

    Shrimp ceviche
    Chris J.

    Food, service and ambiance were on point! Fine dining in the Peninsula Plaza. Everything was fresh and we definitely enjoyed the coffee affogato they give you at the end to cleanse your palette. Everything was delicious. Highly recommended, can't wait to go back!

    Octopus
    Chrissy G.

    Food was great and service was one of the best services I've ever received. Ricardo was super attentive and welcoming. I would recommend to all looking for good food followed by great service..

    Fish taco
    SD G.

    The food is ok! Nothing to rave about! My villa marina roll was not hey good nor Any taste! Took the waiter almost 10 mins to bring the chopstick and sauces that accompany The sushi! The service is sooo slow! You ask for something they (see ask of them I don't even know who our sever is) don't come back!' After 20 minutes of Sitting in our small table, Took another 25 mins to get our drinks. We didn't go during peak time! It was not packed - normal Pace!

    Tacos Mar y Tierra, marlin and gobernador.
    Groyper G.

    We came on a Thursday night to a pretty full restaurant. It's a pretty nice restaurant with a kids play place inside the restaurant. Good if you have little ones. I've never seen before. We got the octopus plate, oysters topped with aguachiles, and I got 3 different tacos (marlin, gobernador, and taco mar y Tierra. We also got the Flan to take home. Pros - my wife liked the oysters (something a little different than what you typically get in Southern California). The octopus was also rated well by her. We've only tried octopus a few times so not much to compare to but it was good. My tacos were just okay. Wasn't blown away. - I don't like flan at all, but this one was really good. I can't put my finger on why though. Came with two different sauces (one caramel I think the other I didn't try). Overall - 7/10 Cons - even with today's prices this was a little pricey imo. - my tacos were pretty small. I took down 3 easily.

    Lobster
    Christine M.

    Had a fabulous time eating the salsa and chips but the lobster was delicious with the melted butter.

    Richard C.

    Great place for lunch or dinner! The food and service are amazing! Parking is easy. Enjoy!

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    Delicious seafood and great customer service! We eat here every time we're in Tijuana.

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    10 stars! Food was great , service was great, drinks were great! I would come back Everytime I visit

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    La comida esta deliciosa servicio le doy un 7 nesesitas más atención al cliente las bebidas deliciosas

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    Delicious seafood. Pretty much anything from here is fire. They even have amazing dessert.

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    Good service and good food. I had the tuna carnitas and lemon pie is so good! The grilled salmon and garlic salmon are good as well.

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    Best Ceviche in Baja California. The ambience and food is amazing. The service is world-class as well.

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    4 years ago

    Great place , sat at the bar got the seafood platter , it was a great experience both food and servers !

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    I had the clam chowder with bread bowl and the Puerto Nuevo style lobster. Both were very delicious.. Not bad for $50

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    Tacos El Franc - Tacos Al Pastor

    Tacos El Franc

    4.5(686 reviews)
    1.8 kmZona Centro
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    If you're looking for authentic tacos in Tijuana, this taco spot is an absolute must visit…read more The asada, pastor, and everything is packed with flavor. What really sets this place apart is the outstanding customer service, the staff is welcoming, attentive, and treats every customer really nicely. The atmosphere is lively & outdoorsy, the prices are great, and the entire experience feels genuinely local and memorable. Whether you're a first-time visitor or a regular, this taco stand delivers incredible food that will keep you coming back for more. It's cash only btw.

    This was our very first stop after crossing the border into Mexico, and it absolutely lived up to…read morethe hype. It came highly recommended by both locals and fellow food lovers, and after seeing the incredible reviews, we knew we had to experience it for ourselves. We ordered a little bit of everything: tacos de tripa, tacos al pastor, tacos de asada, and an asada quesadilla. Every single item was packed with flavor and tasted incredibly fresh. The tripas were perfectly crispy without being greasy, the al pastor was juicy, well-seasoned, and had that classic balance of savory and slightly sweet flavors, and the asada was tender with a delicious char-grilled flavor. The asada quesadilla was generously filled with meat and gooey melted cheese, making it the perfect complement to the tacos. One thing I really appreciated was how convenient the ordering process is. They have a drive-through style setup where you simply pull up and park in front of the restaurant. An employee comes directly to your car to take your order, and once your food is ready, they bring it right out to you. It's such an easy and efficient experience, especially if you're eager to grab amazing food and get back on the road. It's easy to see why this place has earned such a stellar reputation. Between the authentic flavors, generous portions, friendly service, and convenient setup, this was the perfect way to kick off our trip into Mexico. I'll definitely be making this a tradition every time I cross the border.

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    Marenca - Mulli y Teotihuacán

    Marenca

    4.5(281 reviews)
    0.4 kmZona Río
    $$

    If you are looking for a different type of place for breakfast in Tijuana, you will discover the…read morename, Marenca. The Zona Rio location has a small dining area, that is very popular with both the locals and visitors. It is easy to see why. Their menu does not over dose on the standard morning and afternoon items that you would find anyplace. However, this is the first restaurant I've been to in Tijuana, that does not have an English menu.... so I had to labor through the Spanish menu. But, they do have unique dishes, thus making the visit adventurous, because it is difficult to choose. I went back and forth, and finally settled for their 3-egg omelet with asparagus and sheep cheese. It came with refried beans, strings of carrots and beets, small fired up tostadas and fresh tortillas (both blue and yellow corn). A small side of soggy chilaquiles was also served. A small flavorful salsa tray is also provided with 3 options, ranging from mild to hot. The asparagus spears were thin, cut up into small pieces and sautéed with mild spices. The outer egg covering soft and not overdone. If anything, there was too much sheep cheese, in certain portions of the omelet. I say this because it was an asparagus omelet, and it, instead of the cheese, should have been the star. Still, it did not take away from the other commendable aspects of the complete entree and its accompaniments. Before the meal, a small refreshing fruit plate is served. Coffee and overall service here, was mucho excellente.

    Favorites place in Tijuana !!!!!! I absolutely loved my…read morefood. You can really taste all the freshness in every dish. I love the attention to detail. I really hope that they bring back their full menu. Service is always amazing shadow to all the amazing employees. You guys truly make the experience of going to this restaurant, what it is. Ambience is what you can imagine. Very calm and great place to have lunch or dinner or even breakfast.

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