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El Barco Mariscos

1035 N Ashland Ave Chicago, IL (773) 486-6850  

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El Barco Mariscos is a Seafood and Mexican restaurant where most Menuism users came for fun with friends, paid between $10 and $25, and tipped more than 18%.

People describe this restaurant as Seafood, Mexican, and Limes [ tag it ]

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3.9 avg. based on 8 ratings & 4 reviews

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4 reviews

Award_star_gold First reviewed by:  twentypercent
Jul 22, 2007 Link

Portions are huge, I always get the shrimp, but the whole...

Portions are huge, I always get the shrimp, but the whole red snapper is usually good. Yummy margaritas too! Great atmosphere for a fun time with friends. Have yet to try the platters made for two, overflowing with meats and seafood… anyone up for that?

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Jul 7, 2007 Link

yummers

yum yum yum.

I went here on a Monday night and had a wonderful appetizer and some ceviche. Their margaritas are good and strong and the fish is fresh. Also, they serve wonderful spicy and mild moles with large round tortillas and they have cute little limes at the tables to serve all of your limey needs. The outdoor seating area is cute. Overall, it was a deliciously good time.

Next time, I’m going for the whole red snapper!

What I ate:
  • *****

    The moles they provide with the meal are wonderful. One is sweet / roasted and one is spicy. Both are delicious.

Extras:
I came here for
fun with friends
My meal cost
between $25 and $50
I tipped
more than 18%
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May 31, 2007 Link

Love the Red Snapper!

The whole red snapper is awesome here! The deep fried fish is giant and flavorful. I got it with garlic and grilled onions and I couldn’t have asked for more. I shared this with a friend and I was glad I did since it’s so big. I just wish the service was a little faster.

What I ate:
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    *****

    Awesome! Lots of flavor and I love the texture since it’s crispy on the outside and soft and flaky on the inside.

Extras:
I came here for
fun with friends
My meal cost
between $10 and $25
I tipped
more than 18%
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May 18, 2007 Link

Amazing Authentic The Hooters of the Yucatan

The fish here is red snapper for sure! The menu is hit your neighbors huge as well as all of the dishes. The platters of fresh fish are more than anyone could finish. The service can be slow and the place can be noisy. I have been going back every summer. A word of advice the $9.00 pitcher of margaritas will need an extra shot or two, and the must have item is the whole red snapper—deep fried…..tastes like chicken! This place is filled with families at all hours of the night. Get ready for some good mariscos!

What I ate:
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    *****

    Worth every penny and then some

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