Lani S.
Yelp
First things first, the space is beautiful. From the decor to the colors, the clean lines, and the incorporation of nature in and around the property, it is aesthetically pleasing.
We were visiting San Diego with our dog, so I specifically looked for a place that was dog friendly. This place had good reviews and looked like it had a unique arrangement.
We came in last Wednesday around 1 PM. There were a few occupied tables, but it was quiet for the most part. We were seated at a table right under the big tree in the patio. While it was beautiful, there were leaves and other debris (pollen?) from the tree all over our table... on the plates, the napkins. We wiped it off and didn't complain about it. It wasn't a totally big deal, but two people in my party of four both were vocal amongst our group about how it should at least be minded before seating someone there.
The service was good. They checked in on us with a good amount of intervals.
We shared the Costa Azul Stuffed Shrimp (bacon wrapped, chorizo, tomatillo salsa). So good!
My mother in law had the Quesadilla Adobada (flour tortilla, adobada seasoned pork, jack chees, red onions, cilantro, avocado salsa, crema, grilled pineapple, cotija). She really liked it, but about halfway, the spice -though not terribly spicy- was a bit much for her.
My father-in-law had the Pasta Negra Gabriel (Grilled octopus, sauteed shrimp, seashell pasta, chorizo, tomatoes, mozzarella, mole verde, squid ink tomatillo sauce, cilantro). I was actually surprised he ordered that because he is a basic kind of guy if you know what I'm saying. Anyway, he said it was "okay."
My hub and I both had the Surf and Turf Tacos (Ribeye beef, shrimp, monterey jack, guajillo sauce, avocado salsa). They come with a side of chorizo refried beans (yum!) and baja rice. I really enjoyed it. I ate the whole thing. LOL
A little bit all over the place in my review, but overall, 4 stars.