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El Pez - Reviews

3404 Palm Ave, 92154 San Diego
All reviews at a glance
382

Reviews

73.6%

Satisfaction

78

negative

23

neutral

281

positive

What people say about El Pez

Price per Person
  • $100+
Visit Type
  • Romantic Date
Group Type
  • Couple
Group Size
  • Couple
Service Type
  • Dine-in
Meal Type
  • Dinner
Wait Time
  • Moderate (16–30 min.)
Noise Level
  • Loud
Doro B.
Review date: 10/01/2025
9
Amazing Food, Ideal for Dates!
My experience at this restaurant was fantastic! The place is clean and neat. The speed of service was fair. The dishes are definitely amazing. The Taco de Pulpo is a must-try! The rolls are amazing, the teriyaki plates are incredible, and the ramen definitely stands out. It's a must if you are a local and ideal for first dates.
  • cleanliness9
  • speed of service6
  • dishes9
Visit Type
  • Delivery
Service Type
  • Delivery
Jorge D.
Review date: 07/14/2025
2
Closed Store, Unanswered Calls
I saw that the restaurant was open and allowed me to place an order on Grubhub. However, when I drove 25 minutes to the store, it was closed. No one answered the phone. What is going on?
  • store hours1
  • phone service1
Visit Type
  • Food Exploration
Service Type
  • Dine-in
that G.
Review date: 05/03/2025
7
Mixed Experience with Fresh Fish and Missing Veggies
My experience at the restaurant was a mix of highs and lows. I ordered the Tokyo soul, which was great; the fish was fresh and I'm a fan of Serrano peppers. However, when my veggie Ramen arrived, the waitress did not inform me that the kitchen had run out of sprouts and mushrooms. Consequently, I was served Ramen with pickles instead, which was a significant oversight in service.
  • Tokyo soul9
  • fish9
  • Serrano peppers8
  • veggie Ramen4
  • sprouts and mushrooms3
  • pickles3
Visit Type
  • Delivery
Service Type
  • Delivery
Wait Time
  • Long (31+ min.)
Joss V.
Review date: 03/09/2025
2
App order issues and small sauces
I do not recommend ordering through the app. It takes over an hour, and they even cancel orders. I had to reorder, and this isn't the first time this has happened to me. I ordered two rolls and received very little sauce.
  • rolls5
  • app ordering2
  • waiting time1
  • order cancellation2
Price per Person
  • $31–$40
Visit Type
  • Food Exploration
Service Type
  • Dine-in
Meal Type
  • Dinner
Don A.
Review date: 02/07/2025
10
World Class Food and Service!
I should’ve taken pictures. The Chef Alexander outdid himself on a Wednesday night. The food and service is amazing. I felt like I was back in Yokohama at the nearest Izakaya. A World Class Restaurant in South Chula.
  • food10
  • service10
  • Chef Alexander10
Visit Type
  • Delivery
Service Type
  • Takeout
Wait Time
  • Moderate (16–30 min.)
JGgB
Review date: 10/05/2024
6
Good food, but sushi was average
I ordered on the phone for pick up and did not experience the restaurant's service or atmosphere. The wait time for my order was about 25 minutes, which felt a bit long considering it wasn't busy. The food was good overall, but the sushi was not as great as other places I've tried.
  • food7
  • sushi5
  • wait time5
Price per Person
  • $21–$30
Visit Type
  • Food Exploration
Service Type
  • Dine-in
Meal Type
  • Dinner
Olivia T.
Review date: 09/28/2024
10
Hidden Gem with Amazing Food!
My experience at this restaurant was absolutely fantastic! I was blown away by how consistently amazing the food is; it's always bomb! The flavors are on point, and the dishes are beautifully presented. I've tried new things and stuck with favorites, and I'm never disappointed. The staff are equally fantastic – friendly, attentive, and always willing to offer recommendations. It truly feels like they care about your experience, making the visit even more enjoyable. I believe this restaurant deserves more credit and is a hidden treasure that more people need to discover! If you're looking for a place with outstanding food and great service, look no further. I can't wait to come back for my next meal!
  • food10
  • flavors10
  • dishes9
Price per Person
  • $91–$100
Visit Type
  • Food Exploration
Service Type
  • Dine-in
Meal Type
  • Dinner
Francisco C.
Review date: 09/14/2024
10
Delicious Food and Excellent Service
My experience at the restaurant was fantastic! Chef Mondragon's food is truly great. I particularly enjoyed the Pez crudo, pork rice, tostadas, sushi rolls, and the sous vide seabass – all were delicious. The staff, including Laura and Sarai, were very professional and fast.
  • Pez crudo10
  • pork rice10
  • tostadas10
Price per Person
  • $21–$30
Visit Type
  • Food Exploration
Service Type
  • Dine-in
Meal Type
  • Dinner
Ceci D.
Review date: 07/28/2024
9
Amazing Food, Service, and Atmosphere!
My experience at this restaurant was absolutely amazing! The food was great, the service was great, and the ambient was happy. The music was also awesome!
  • food9
  • service9
  • ambient9
Price per Person
  • $21–$30
Visit Type
  • Food Exploration
Group Type
  • Friends
Group Size
  • Small Group
Service Type
  • Dine-in
Meal Type
  • Dinner
Wait Time
  • Moderate (16–30 min.)
Stevie B.
Review date: 04/04/2024
9
Amazing Food, Worth the Wait!
My experience at this restaurant was soooo good! Although the service was a little slow, I understood why and it didn't negatively impact our overall experience. It was our first visit, and we've already recommended it to about 10 people. I absolutely cannot wait to return for the tuna aqua chili (dayum!). They also have great beers on tap. Overall, a 10/10 experience!
  • service7
  • tuna aqua chili10
  • beers on tap9

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