Mariscos El Malecon

Went on a Sunday lunch. Not busy. Seated immediately and staff was very quick to respond. Even though we had a waitress, the whole team that would walk by would always check-in to see if we need anything. Very kind people! Food was really good and fresh. Generous portions so make sure you go hungry. Restaurant was clean with some modern decor. I would go again to try more food items because their menu is very large. There is something for everyone (to include those that don't want to eat seafood).

I write "wow" a lot, so I'm going to throw in wow, wow, wow, so you'll know that this restaurant would get more than five stars if I could give it more. My family and I loved our entire experience. Service was so attentive and helpful, from start to finish. Our food was incredible. And we couldn't get enough of the party vibe--lively and fun. We ordered the ceviche especial, coco relleno, and molcajete de Malecon for two. It was a gorgeous and scrumptious feast. All the dishes were huge! Definitely perfect for sharing. The ceviche was bright and fresh. They were also very generous with the amount of seafood. Coco relleno consisted of assorted seafood served in a coconut shell, with the sauce made from coconut milk! This dish was a stunner, and it tasted as good as it looked. The proteins served in the molcajete had the right amount of saltiness and fattiness--a great choice if you're looking for something more decadent. While they have "mariscos" or seafood in their name, this restaurant also excels at meat dishes; another family member got carne asadas to go and loved it. If you still want to stick with seafood, then you might want to give their versions of sushi a try (ginormous and mostly cooked). Or you could try the photogenic seafood tower. Yum!I can't wait to return and share this experience with other family and friends.

Wow, I can't get enough of this place. Evertime I come I get another surprise. I was here on a Monday at 9:30 pm and there was a full-blown party with live music. Today, I had a very big bowl of fish, shrimp, octopus, and veggies! It was amazing and full of flavor. So far all their food has been wonderful. I will continue to come several times a week.

The food was very unique and presented well, as well as had great flavor. The service was great as well, I would like to come back for happy hour sometime, but overall they were great especially being open late.

BEST MEXICAN (Seafood) MARISCOS IN NOVA! Los mejores Mariscos en Northern Virginia. The grilled octopus was cooked to perfection, and I highly recommend the tamarind margaritas, churros and tres leches cake for dessert. I live the lively atmosphere and the amazing service, the owner and employees are very welcoming and friendly. Get there early on the weekends, it gets very busy and waiting time can be long during weekends and holidays but totally worth the wait! I highly recommend this restaurant.

I really wanted to like this place but after two visits of terrible food, inattentive service and questionable sanitary practices I am certain my first visit was not a one off. The staff is young and inexperienced and makes a lot of mistakes. They use poor quality ingredients and overcook the seafood. I'm uncertain how this place remains in business

The outdoor seating looks great but indoor looks plain. The food was weirdly unique but tasted good. The price was high despite large quantities. The sushi was not good so I don't recommend those.

Authentic Mexican seafood, we found this place by a chance and the food is great. I highly recommend the ceviche and the langostinos (prawns)

Prices are like a 5 star establishment, food like a gas station in the middle of nowhere.Staff barely speaks any English. Main ingredient in all the dishes is shrimp. 3 kinds of ceviche, all shrimp. Cocktails - shrimp, fajitas, guess what - shrimp.Ordered a double shot of tequila. Apparently, a 1 and 1/2 sip of beverage at this place is considered a double shot.Music is too loud and obnoxious.All and all, save yourself a couple of hundred dollars, go across the road to Patsy's for a very nice meal and drink and still have some pocket change

Great food and excellent service. We were a party of 5 (one in a wheelchair). Newbies to this restaurant, but long time fans of Sinaloa cuisine, which is hard to find here in Northern Virginia.The staff was very accommodating and gracious. We will be back!