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Mariscos Cancun Mexican Seafood & Grill
Welcome to Mariscos Cancun Mexican Seafood & Grill, a hidden gem located at 10701 Balls Ford Rd, Manassas, VA. This vibrant eatery offers a delightful twist on traditional Mexican cuisine, specializing in fresh seafood that transports your palate straight to the coasts of Cancun. Whether you’re a seafood aficionado or simply seeking a lively dining experience, Mariscos Cancun promises to deliver.
As soon as you step inside, you’re greeted by a friendly atmosphere where the staff exudes warmth and attentiveness. Customers rave about the service; server Sophia, in particular, has been highlighted for her detailed explanations of the menu and attentive care. It’s clear that the team at Mariscos Cancun is dedicated to ensuring every guest feels at home.
Food here is the star of the show. The guacamole comes highly recommended, often touted as the best in Virginia, and it’s served with perfectly crispy chips that elevate the experience. From the enticing assortment of salsas to the standout fajitas, every bite is bursting with flavor. While there are occasional critiques, such as the over-fried calamari, the general consensus is that the seafood dishes shine brightly. The oysters served with garlic butter are particularly noteworthy, providing a rich and satisfying experience that should not be missed.
The ambiance adds an enjoyable dimension to your visit, especially on Friday nights when live music enhances the lively vibe. Pair that with happy hour specials and a diverse menu that includes tacos and delectable cocktails, and you have a winning formula for a memorable dining experience. Many patrons find themselves returning time and time again, drawn not only by the delicious dishes but also by the inviting atmosphere.
If you’re in the Manassas area, Mariscos Cancun Mexican Seafood & Grill is definitely worth a visit. Whether you’re looking for a casual meal with friends or a family gathering, the culinary delights and energetic environment will surely make it an occasion to remember. Don’t miss out on trying the lemonade while you’re there; it's a crowd favorite!
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“ This restaurant was a whole vibe. Fives all the way across. The food was amazing. Our server Sophia made the experience even better. She was attentive. She took the time to explain the menu items. And she checked on us regularly. This is my new favorite Mexican restaurant. ”
“ Wonderful restaurant, lots of space. Employees are amazing!!! Singer was an added bonus!!! Salsa for chips...they need a new recipe. Calamari appetizer was over fried and hard. Fajitas were wonderful, but, again the Calamari was overcooked. ”
“ I’ll definitely be a regular here! This place has the best guacamole I’ve ever had in Virginia, served with perfectly crispy chips. The salsas are amazing—you’ll fall in love with every bite. I also love the Friday night music; it adds such a fun vibe. The staff is incredibly fast and kind. Highly recommend! ”
“ The restaurant itself is located off in the cut so it's a bit difficult to see at night from the street. I dined in while passing through the area around 6:30pm on a Thursday night. It wasn't very busy so I was seated right away. The staff was very friendly and explained how dishes were prepared. The menu included Happy Hour drinks offered from 3pm to 7pm (additionally lunch specials were offered from 11am to 3pm). I ordered the 12 count Oysters with parmesan, the Octopus plate with Garlic Butter and a water to drink. The Oysters were large and delicious. A 6 count is definitely more than enough for 1 person. The Octopus plate was cooked perfectly! The shrimp fried rice and salad that accompanied the meal was good. I spent about 50 on my total meal before the tip. I would give this place a try again when in the area ”
“ Great place to come and have a seafood meal, I recently have ate about the full menu so far. The food here is great, can’t complain a bit they have a great staff and some really good cocktails, I really enjoy the atmosphere, it’s just a whole different vibe around here. Would definitely recommend this place to any one that is looking to have a seafood meal. Appetizers are awesome as well, anything you get from here is great, first time I tried it, I had to come again, who doesn’t love a place that makes you want to come again. Check it out and see for yourself, they also have tacos which are good as well, if you’re with family and someone in the group isn’t feeling seafood, they a few variations you can chose other than seafood as well. You should try the lemonade as well they are awesome. Like I said go see for yourself ”
“ My family of 4 including 2 kids enjoyed their food. Portions are large, warm salsa and chips are really good, place looks clean, our waitress was nice and attentive, the Manager came to our table and ask how everything was at the end, the singer even thanked us for visiting them when we were leaving. Music is a little too loud but we managed to keep the conversation with my wife and kids. We all were satisfied and we will definitely go back. ”
“ I don't know where to start... It had been a long time since I haven't had great food, great service and felt super comfortable at once. I tried a bunch of different things and here is what I can share: Chinese inspired dishes were much better than hundreds of Chinese restaurants I have been! Seafood was nice and fresh... The seasoning and preparation was on point. Attention was great and I had a really good time here. Can't wait to come back, definitely recommend. ”
“ My new favorite restaurant. I'm a HUGE ceviche fan and they have multiple options on the menu...decisions decisions. I'll be back to try another, but LOVED the one I had. Serve was great, attentive without hovering. Good bar choices, wide tequila options. Great variety of seafood. The salsa served with chips while we were waiting for our meal was one of the better salsas I have had easy of the Mississippi. I'm from the Southwest and a salsa snob and this was excellent. ”