Tacos Fenix (Fish & Shrimp)

Tacos Fenix is a gem among Ensenada’s street food vendors. This small taco stand, like many here, offers a straightforward yet exceptional experience. When we visited on a quiet Sunday, the stand wasn’t crowded, though I imagine Saturdays might bring more foot traffic. We ordered shrimp and fish tacos, and one standout aspect was the ability to customize each taco with as many toppings as we wanted—lettuce, lime, onions, and several salsas. The macha salsa, in particular, was impressively spicy, adding a unique kick that’s not common in U.S. taco stands. The flavors of the salsas were bold and layered, enhancing the fresh taste of each taco. The shrimp tacos were especially delicious, with perfectly cooked shrimp that stood out as my personal favorite. The fish tacos were also excellent; the fish was flavorful without any hint of fishiness, and the breading was light, making the overall taco feel satisfying but not overly heavy. Though seating is limited to a single table and a few benches around the stand, it’s typical of Ensenada’s street food scene. The staff was friendly and efficient, adding to the charm of the experience. The atmosphere was that of an authentic street vendor—a lively, open-air spot where the focus is all about the food. Overall, Tacos Fenix offers flavorful, well-crafted tacos that make it worth a return visit, especially for that macha salsa. Would definitely go again!

Excellent tacos ! I’ve tasted the fish one and it was really good. For sure I will go there other times to taste the others. The fish tacos was 30$MXN

Very Good Fish tacos. Perfect taste, Perfect crunch and nice staff. Although the line was long, the service was quick because one they got to you it takes 1 min< to get your taco. Stopped by for lunch :D

Amazing fish tacos. The pieces of fish were huge, tons of toppings that you select yourself, and only 30 pesos. A great value and amazing spot. Worth the stop.

Delicious tacos. We tried the fish & shrimp tacos. Its less than 15min walk from the ports of Ensenada. Food is made fresh and quickly. Worth the wait. No tables available, there are 4 stools available. But most will need to stand or take to go. It is a taco stand. Service was ok.

The most amazing seafood tacos I've ever had. Both the fish and the shrimp are perfectly cooked, all of the toppings are perfectly made and presented. The shredded cabbage was so fine it was next level. Beware that the hot sauce is hot. Pro tip, get the Cameron quesadilla, it's just like a big taco with cheese.

Best fish and shrimp tacos in town. It does get crowded on weekends. Very limited seating. Most of the customers eat standing. If you need to sit you might want to bring a fold up chair with cup holder. Lol. And most of all affordable around 1.50 usd per taco.

Anytime we're in Ensenada this place is a must. Best fish tacos ever. It's a small sidewalk spot that is maintained clean, the food is delicious. The ladies that run this place are very friendly welcoming.

Had a cruise stop in Ensenada and heard Tacos Fenix had amazing tacos so had to give it a try. This is a decent 15 minute-ish walk from the port so if you feel like you are going the wrong way, you are not. We took a double stroller with my two kiddos and the adults I was with kept asking if these tacos were worth the struggle. Everyone agreed once we ate there that it was well worth it. My husband even said it was the best shrimp tacos he's ever had. My father in law can be particular about his food and he was singing their praises. The fish and shrimp tacos are a great price and they have the most amazing assortment of toppings from multiple sauces/salsas to different veggies (both picked and not picked). I preferred the shrimp taco over the fish taco because it had more of a bite/texture while the fish was softer overall. We plan on coming back here again anytime we are in Ensenada and my in laws ended up telling family and friends how delicious this place was. 5 stars! Highly recommend! Make sure to trust your GPS and just go.

Tacos Fenix definitely lives up to its reputation! Simple menu, $30MX for fish taco, $35 for shrimp taco and some drinks for sale. You get in line and make your taco request (recommend ordering as you eat so each taco is hot and fresh--plus service is quick) and dress it as you wish. Toppings include cabbage, salsa, lime, pickled onions, Pico de Gallo, and crema. There are a few plastic chairs sprinkled around the food cart with trash cans nearby. At the end, you tell the cashier what you had and pay up. Quick and delicious!

This is a street cart the is walking distance from the cruise ship terminal but it is in the real community ... don't be afraid! There are a few crates to sit but it's usually crowded so be prepared to stand and eat. If you lean against the wall watch out for the pigeons that hang out above your head... they will drop an unwanted special sauce on your taco. The walk is worth it. Come hungry and soak in the real experience of fish tacos in Ensenada. Two shrimp and two fish tacos for $6.01 US. The crunchiest most delicious tacos you will ever have. All of the veggies and sauces are there for you to dress these bites of perfection just the way you want them. I only wish I had another day to go back and eat more.

It was so amazing! The menu was straight forward. There were so topping selections! The staff members were great too. Order food/drinks, eat, then pay. There is a sink, soap, and paper towels to the side of the taco stand.

The cart that has the most people around it for sure. A little hectic figuring out how to order and pay. Not much seating. But the tacos were oh so worth it. The crispiness of the fish is unforgettable. I'd go back to Ensenada just for these tacos!

Recently took a cruise, and stopped in Ensenada. This was the first place we hit up. I got 2 fish tacos. $1.50 each. Tacos come naked, and you top them with what you want. I go pretty basic, cabbage, pico, squeeze of lime and some hot sauce. Tacos were bomb! Fish was freshly fried, so delicious! Only thing I wish that Fenix had, was better tortillas. They were good, but definitely could be enhanced if they were homemade on the spot. Still, a pioneer in fish tacos (been around since 1970), and a definite must stop if you are in Ensenada. They were delicious!

Came to Cabo on one of the cruise ships and Tacos Fenix has been on my radar for a while. Finally had a chance to check them out since I missed out last year. From the port area where we were dropped off, it was a good 15-20 minute walk to Tacos Fenix. Funny because it seemed like a few of the cruisers were on the same mission as we were all heading in the same direction. Once we got there, the line was pretty decently sized but it moved quickly. You let them know what type of tacos you'd like and they have the toppings along the counter in which you like. There's cabbage, tomato, and lemon. cream and a variety of salsas. The deep-fried shrimp and fish were seasoned well, crispy on the outside and tender on the inside. I didn't even notice it being oil at all. Great-tasting tacos and they're good-sized! This place is definitely a must in Ensenada! For 4 generous sized tacos and 3 sodas, it was $12 US, which isn't bad at all! The workers at the stand are friendly and are fast at what they do. Two thumbs up and worth a visit!

Food is delicious. Not salty at all. Everything is self serve like the salsa, veggies, and the cilantro.

Best shrimp tacos I have ever had in my life. Dont be shy with mixing alot of their sauces and toppings.

For the best tacos in ensenada they are ok.had better in CA.the service is fast. An a u cant beat the price,so thats that

Deep down the side streets of Ensenada, past the tourist zone, lies a taco cart on the North side of the road named Tacos Fenix. It's easy to miss, as I was on the opposite side of the street and walked right by it without even noticing. However, once you find this street side gem, you'll have a new found love for the batter fried fish taco. The cart is large, but very unassuming for a taco cart. There are bowls of cabbage and salsa, and squeeze bottle filled with tomatillo sauce, crema and other delicious items to top your golden brown, melt in your mouth Tacos Fenix fish taco. To say that the fish taco here is the best I've ever had, doesn't even begin to do the taste justice. A large fryer full of lard floats dozens of battered fish taco meat just waiting to be made into tacos and consumed on the sidewalk. The staff was friendly; and the cart was super clean for it being in what some may consider an area of blight and decay. However, the walk from the tourist zone to this location felt as safe as any other area, but with far less harassment to come get a beer or buy a souvenir. The order process is somewhat rudimentary, there is no actual line and as one reviewer stated "Disorder is the order." Meaning just walk right up and fire off what you want and it will be immediately placed in front of you to load up with whatever goodies you see fit to place into the delicious creation. You pay when you are done, and they will keep pumping out tacos to you as long as you are ordering them. The price is almost absurdly cheap at a little over a dollar a taco. You can pay with American money but you will receive pesos as your change, which was fine since I intended to enjoy a beer somewhere while I was here for the day. These fish tacos melt in your mouth and have a flavor unlike any other i have ever tried. I would absolutely make the trip to Ensenada if only for the Tacos Fenix fish tacos. Yes, that IS how good they really are.

After getting off the ship we headed on a walk to get these tacos! This was our first time trying them and they were delicious. The tortillas tasted handmade and fresh, the fish was perfectly crunchy and the toppings were all fresh! Definitely will stop here when I'm back in town!

We have been to Ensenada a few times and we always, always, always go searching for street tacos. Tacos Fénix specializes in seafood tacos - batter fried fish (pescado - 30 pesos) and shrimp (camarones - 25 pesos). You order, they give to you, you put on your own toppings, eat on the sidewalk sitting on little round chairs and pay either before or after eating. Horchatas are also inexpensive at 25 pesos a cup. Nice crunchy batter with tender fish and shrimp on the inside. We love the green sauce. We were all entertained by a street singer who was dancing and singing nearby - doing it for the heck of it and not for tips. Around 20 minutes walking from the cruise pier.

The BEST Baja tacos I've ever had. I'm so glad I got to try out this infamous spot that many locals have talked about! If you are in Ensenada, this is a must-try. I came back twice during my weekend trip because of how delicious the tacos are. Perfectly crispy with endless toppings to choose from. I tried both their shrimp and fish tacos, and I personally enjoy their shrimp a bit more. This is an outdoor stand with limited chairs. It's more of a grab-and-go type of place, but I highly recommend it. Despite the long lines, it goes by quick!

Amazing tacos! The absolute best shrimp and fish tacos I've had in Ensenada! A definite must try!

If you're in Ensenada, Tacos Fenix is one of the stops you have to make. For being a little cart on the street, they have a landline, take credit, and sling amazing tacos for cheap. Many people worry about street food, especially in Mexico, but this place has been great many times with friendly faces. A must try for sure!

I knew I couldn't leave Ensenada without trying Tacos Fenix. They serve the best Fish Tacos I have ever had. They fry them right in front of you and served fresh and hot. The lines to get long, but it only takes a few seconds before they serve you your food on the plate. I ordered one shrimp taco, and two fish tacos. The shrimp tacos were good, but nothing beats these fish tacos. The fish is bigger than the tortilla and served plain. The fish and shrimp were lightly battered, fried to perfection with a crispy outside and fresh deliciousness inside. All the garnishes are placed in front of you. I added pico del gallo, cabbage, chipotle crema to mine. It made for the perfect bite but didn't overpower the flavor of the fish at all. After I finished my three tacos, I was feeling full and decided to order another fish taco. They're damn delicious! I will without a doubt be returning here the next time I'm in Ensenada. By far the best fish tacos out there. And really inexpensive as well.

Tacos Fenix is a busy street food stall with just two items on the menu: Taco de Pescado and Taco de Camaron. Both the fish and the shrimp were fried in a batter seasoned with black pepper, giving the fish a slightly spicy flavor. At the counter were plenty of condiments including shredded cabbage, pico de gallo, onions, cucumbers, radishes, lime, and numerous salsas and cremas. Between the two tacos, I definitely preferred the fish, which was super juicy and perhaps one of the most delicious fish I've had in a fish taco. The prices here were also unbelievably cheap for the quality and flavors of the food--no wonder this place is so popular!

They say the fish taco started here; and if you venture yourself over to this spot you'll quickly find in the very first bite, it was in fact started here. I've had fish tacos from a lot of places when you throw this place into the mix you'll find they are far separated from anyone else and this is exactly a true fish taco that you won't have anywhere else. The crispy batter lasted in every bite with the perfect heat temperature that lasted to the very end. The red salsa was absolute the perfect heat and the flavors were authentic you won't find anywhere else. Every time I come to Ensenada, I will always stop here to grab a handful of tacos! Do yourself a true authentic favor, and walk over to give this place a try, I guarantee you won't go anywhere else!!!

If you're a tourist, you'll have to make an effort to get to Tacos Fénix, but it well worth the trip. Their cart is outside the tourist area near the corner of Espinoza and Juárez Avenues (it's on Espinoza). The neighborhood is a little isolated and I'd recommend not coming alone (not to overstate a problem, just to make you aware). The food is as fresh as can be and fried right in front of you. You are given your taco with the protein (fish or shrimp) on a corn tortilla. All the fixings, and they are plentiful, are available. For an outdoor stall, I'm surprised how clean and bug-free they are able to keep it. There are a few benches and chairs to sit down on. As with all the other outdoor stalls that I've eaten at, they ask you to pay once you've finished (like an indoor restaurant). I'm not sure why but this seemed odd. I guess it helps sell more delicious food, since you've essentially got an open tab. Like several other eateries in town, they claim to be the originator of the fish tacos. We'll leave that up to the courts and just agree that their food is delicious.

My wife and I first stumbled upon this gem of a taco stand 6 years ago. And it has been our go to seafood taco place. We compare all the fish/shrimp taco food we eat to this place, and honestly none has even come close. Highly recommend going with the shrimp taco and using the crema sauce.

Fish and shrimp fried right in front of you. It can't get any better than this. Must try their tacos if you're in Ensenada. Salsas, veggies, and other condiments are available for self-serve to your heart's content. Fast service and friendly staff. They accept only cash for payment.

A solid fish taco! Honestly a little disoriented to the process but just followed along-- order, dress your taco, sit on a stool or stand and pay after. Super crispy fish and great flavors to the salsas and condiments. Worth the walk and the calories. Also, super inexpensive!

Okay fish tacos. Not worth going crazy out of your way for. If you live in California you've probably had something similar.

Best fish tacos in Ensenada.. you know the food is top when there's a crowd of people waiting in line to get their fix. They go off the honor system you eat first then you pay.

Best fish tacos ever. Condiments a plenty!! Super cheap eat them right on the street corner!

Located in the non-touristy side of the town, this taco truck delivers amazing shrimp and fish tacos. Battered and fried fresh right in front of you, the batter is so light and crispy. Just order one of each first, then come back for some more - you can pay altogether at the end, they're pretty lax with that. All the toppings are self-serve and it's awesome! And I love how they have the sink at the end to wash your hand before/after eating! They have horchata and hibiscus (Jamaica) and various sodas for drinks. The sign does say they take cards, but I always pay with cash. This taco truck is definitely worth the detour from the normal tourist area, go!

You know where you find some of the best fish tacos that you've ever had? In the birthplace of the fish taco, Ensenada. Sure, some may say San Felipe, some say Ensenada but for the sake of this review we'll stick with Ensenada. Don't let the birds and the trash on the street ruin your appetite, these fish tacos are legit. If my words don't convince you, the line of locals certainly will. Biggest thing that you need to know here is that the honor system is fully in play and the order is disorder. Find your way up to the counter, shout out an order, and wait for your temporarily clean hands to be filled with tacos in a matter of seconds. I got both the fish and the shrimp, both were absolutely insane and the modest price makes them even tastier. Once done, make your way back up to the stand, pay your bill and seek out a sink... your hands will thank you!

If you're craving fish tacos, this is the place! The fish tacos were delicious but the shrimp tacos were amazing!!! 10 out of 10 for me!! Highly recommend!

I eat tacos around the world. As far as fish tacos go, these are #1 in my book. I missed coming here when I was in town a few months ago. This time, it was the first place we went. It didn't disappoint. There were 3 or 4 people standing there eating when we arrived. By the time we left there were about 15 people eating and no one was talking but me and two of the ladies who were working. I was yapping to my girl about how quiet it was. You have to understand, when food is this good you just keep on eating and everything around you slips away. There were 4-6 small stools to sit on, we grabbed a pair. We had a few other places to go, so we each had one fish and one shrimp taco. Both were amazing. If you're a fish person you'll swear that one is best. If you're a shrimp person you'll do the same. Next time I go, I'll get three fish tacos. When you arrive you just tell them what you want and it's in your hand about 10 seconds later, no joke. There's a large pot of hot oil going and your food is served hot and fresh. There's a ton of fresh toppings in front of you, that you'll put on. Marinated red onion, marinated white onion, pico de gallo, all the lime you want, three types of salsa I believe, shredded white cabbage and a few bottles of crema and chipotle crema. Maybe some other stuff as well, I forget. You eat, eat, eat and pay a VERY low price. I'd expect these to be at least $4.25 anywhere else. I believe each fish taco was $1.39, the shrimp was about .40 more. You cannot complain about that. They have merch and the merch starts at $4 for a keychain. We can't wait to come back here. All hail Tacos Fenix.

This is definitely up there on my list of best fish tacos that I've tried. The concept is simple, ordering is easy. I got the standard: 2 fish tacos and 2 shrimp tacos. The batter that it's fried in, tastes amazing. The breading has a unique mix of a crispy bite with a smooth chew - if that makes sense! You order, they hand you the tacos and you help yourself to whatever condiments / toppings you'd like on it. It was clean and the workers were very kind. If you want GREAT fish and shrimp tacos - GO HERE. IMPORTANT!!!! *****Don't be fooled by the other "Tacos Fenix". There is a full sized restaurant just one block away and THEY ARENT AFFILIATED. The employees at the Tacos Fenix food truck on the street said that the restaurant simply copied their name and is not an authentic taste of the original.*******

You get the fish or shrimp on tortillas and you make it your own style as they provide you access to the condiments, seasoning and sauces. The best thing about this is they don't fry it in seed oils! I saw them using lard for frying so they deserve 6 stars for this.

Phenomenal tacos. Peak fish taco. The flavor is incredible and the stand is full of locals. They only sell shrimp or fish. Get one of each. Thank me later! Tip: they have parking at the end of the block and they validate!

I learned about Taco Fenix from a couple of foodie YouTubers I follow. I knew I had to check this taco stand out when I was in Ensenada This isn't super close to the touristy shopping streets where the cruise goers hang out. It was probably a good 10-15 minutes walk to get here from Av Adolfo López Mateos or a super quick ride via Uber. When we got there, we noticed a bunch of locals eating at Taco Fenix whereas neighboring taco stands were pretty much dead. This was a sign that this place is great. It was confusing where the line starts to order and who is taking orders since there were so many people crowding around, but we were able to approach the counter when it opened up and ordered with our broken Spanish. All the condiments were laid out in front and there were so many choices. You get your tacos and eat them around the cart and return to the cashier to let them know what you ordered and pay. The shrimp and fish tacos were simple but delicious. The price of the tacos were reasonable. Was it so spectacular that I would go out of my way to get fish and shrimp tacos here again? Probably not but I'm glad I got to try it once at least. It is still a good place overall, and if it's closer to where I was staying then I would have frequented more.

Even though it involved a walk through streets that were partly cracked and flooded far removed from views of the cruise terminal and the more tourist-friendly confines of downtown Ensenada, once we turned the corner, heard the loud mariachi music blaring and saw the long queue of patrons, we knew that we were in for a treat! The fish tacos were well seasoned and delicious, but the camaron tacos were out of this world (like mindblowingly good). And the ability to dress the tacos however you like was fantastic. Well worth the trip!

We hit this place a few times while we're here in Ensenada. There is always a line but it goes quick. The staff is always on point. So fresh and delicious. The shrimp tacos are my fav, but I always need to do some fish tacos as well. Check this place off your list, you won't be disappointed.

Best fish tacos!! We had the fish tacos and shrimp tacos to go and enjoyed them by the main square area. They made sure to set up our to go boxes with all the sides so we can make our tacos perfectly. We preferred the fish over the shrimp but the shrimp had a nice crunch to it. I'm happy I ordered both and they gave generous portions

If you are in the area of Ensenada. You must stop and eat some fish or shrimp tacos. They are very delicious. my favorite are the shrimp. me encanto. estan super deliciosos. El servicio 10/10. Service was Great 10/10

Yes yes yes, if I haven't mentioned this place before then I'm overdue. The shrimp tacos were delissssshhhh. Gets a little packed but worth it. Parking is horrible but luckily for you they have a very small lot around the south west corner of this fine taco establishment. Enjoy!!!

Fish and shrimp tacos were delicious! Sides are out so you can add them to your liking. Tacos range from 30 to 35 pesos. There is a parking lot at the corner, which makes it a lot easier to find parking.

Shrimp tacos were awesome and full of flavor, parking was kinda hard but definitely worth checking this place out

Incredible fish and shrimp tacos in Ensenada. The generous assortment of freshly made salsa paired perfectly with the freshly fried fish and shrimp. It gets quite busy but the lines move fast. There's a few stools to the side for seating Overall, they were the highlight of my trip and the best fish tacos I've ever had! Super affordable too.

$1 fish tacos. Always fresh. Can't wait to go back. I think I had 5 fish and 1 shrimp. Shrimp taco was tasty as well. Really crowded because it is a popular stand. My mouth is watering because I want some now.

This is an absolute must try! The food is delicious among locals and tourists! The best tacos de pescado y camaron I have ever had! Service was fast, and the people were so kind, very good place! We will be back!

Been coming here since the 80's. Best fish tacos in the world. Haven't changed a bit. Hard to find if you don't know where you are going but worth the effort!

It's a ten minute walk but it's totally worth it especially as half of it is through a nice part of town. To die for tacos de pescado and tacos de camaron. We got six tacos and 1 horchata and it was less than $12. The fish was flavorful and breaded well. Warning the green sauce is HOT.

Disappointed. The fish has super crispy batter and is really thin. Well done. Fish inside is mushy. Batter gets soggy really quickly. Tortillas were not good. Flimsy, not great flavor. Get the shrimp instead

Best fish tacos in town, they were fast, clean, had all the toppings for your tacos. Also very friendly

A little off the beaten path in regard to the main touristy Calle Primera area, but the best fried fish and shrimp taco I've had in my life! Something about the batter makes it extra flavorful and delicious. You order, dress up the taco yourself with the assortment of toppings and salsas, then pay. Tacos are a great value at 25 pesos. So good, we came back again!