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Valley - Mariscos El Bigotón restaurant
4.0

Mariscos El Bigotón

  • Valley
  • $$
  • Seafood
  • Street
  • Food
    okay
  • Vibe
    unclear
  • Perks
    bad

Food: Unassuming yet perplexing

Shrimp Loaded Fries come highly recommended, with a sublime shrimp mixture that complements the crispiness of the fries. The fried fish tacos and Ceviche Tostadas are also worth trying, striking a balance between great seasoning, freshness, and satisfying portions. Yet, the star power of these dishes somewhat fades when one considers that the taste is more appealing on Instagram than in real life.

  • Okay Taste

    Overall good food but Instagram presentation outshines actual taste.

  • Low Quality

    Fried shrimp tacos were bland and tasteless, lacking proper seasoning.

Top 3 dishes at Mariscos El Bigotón

  1. 1

    Shrimp Loaded Fries 🏆

    Shrimp mixture super flavorful, perfectly complementing crisp fries.

    Shrimp Loaded Fries dish
  2. 2

    Fried Fish Tacos

    Fried fish tacos praised for great seasoning and spice mix.

    Fried Fish Tacos dish
  3. 3

    Ceviche Tostadas

    Fresh, tasty, and exceeded expectations for many customers.

    Ceviche Tostadas dish

Vibe: Instagram's Aphrodite, reality's Medusa

Mariscos El Bigotón, much like a raw unedited photograph, is not as captivating as its Instagram filtered counterpart, and has left some customers feeling disillusioned. The culinary pieces seem to fit together, but the bigger picture might fall short of expectations.

  • Negative Buzz

    Meals look better on Instagram than in person, disappointing.

Perks: Wait, literally

The service at Mariscos El Bigotón can become an endurance test at peak hours, with waits stretching longer than one might afford for a weekday lunch. The staff, though doing their best to keep pace, often appears overwhelmed, dampening an otherwise pleasant experience.

  • Bad Service

    Long waits and staff being overwhelmed on busy days cause customer dissatisfaction.