pulpo (ocotpus) ceviche
I never thought I would be writing that the best mariscos I have eaten came from a spot in Irwindale, California, but it is true. Not that there is anything wrong with Irwindale, it is just that I had no idea there were any restaurants there. If you are familiar with this city, located just off the 605 between the 210 and 10 fwy in L.A. county you might know what I mean. This city boasts industrial rock pits, car-parts malls and a speedway, but now I find myself driving out there frequently to enjoy what has become my favorite ceviche in Southern California.
If you read my fish taco article for Refinery 29 L.A. you already know that I love me some mariscos (seafood) and will drive all over this town to find the tastiest plate I can. I am particularly fond of Mexican and Latin-American ceviche; there is something about that lime flavor that just sends me over the edge. Paired with a giant plate of oysters, and you can pretty much call it an evening. I am so thankful I stumbled upon Mariscos Uruapan which has everything I want and more – fresh seafood, friendly staff, drink specials, and a mariachi band.
For those hot sauce lovers (like my boyfriend), Mariscos Urapan has you covered with variety to choose from at your very own table. I was inspired by this selection to try some on my oysters which resulted in an incredible moment of seafood ecstasy. For the record, hot sauce + oysters = guaranteed deliciousness.
true or false: I drank 3 of these
You have not lived unless you have tried queso fundido, serioso mi amigo. Listed as a botana (appetizer) on the menu, I must warn you that once you get started on this melted Mexican cheese dish paired with freshly made corn tortillas, you just might quickly become too full to eat anything else. Topped with a savory chorizo and it will make it even harder to resist ordering up another dish of this heavenly creation.
Are those big oysters or what? Not many places can order up a dozen oysters for around $10 and enjoy every bite. I was so thankful I went with people who really love their mariscos so that we could order a variety of different plates, including what was the largest plate of oysters I have ever seen.
Mariscos Uruapan
16034 Arrow Hwy
Irwindale, CA 91706
(626) 338-1550
OMG WHY DO YOU DO THIS TO ME?!
Next time I’m back, can you take me? Please?
I promise I will Diana! Come home soon. xo
This looks delectable…will definitely have to remember this for next time I’m driving in the area
OHHHHHHHHHH my! Yummy in my Tummy!!
Seriously, this post SPOKE to me. I ate queso fundido all the fuckin time when i was a kid in texas and i still dream about it. It doesn’t get better than actually eating it in mexico with a bunch of hot coals in a flimsy tin contraption keeping the cheese melty.
and -hnnnnnnggg- to the hot sauces. i love that green habanero sauce, but my family all have their own preferences (my 7 year old brother is a BIG fan of cholula), so we have a pretty big collection of hot sauce at home.
and finally, OCTOPUS CEVICHE??? you’re killing me. i’m so excited to go back to california in 2 weeks.
YESSSSSSSS! You rule Yooni – anyone who lives off of queso fundido is tops in my book.
I can totally believe that you drunk 3 of those – they look amazing!
SI AND SI SENORITA!!!
can’t believe this place is a skip away from my hometown
I’m gonna see if I can convince anyone to go. I’m sure once they hear Irwindale they wont want to though!!
No one can believe this place is in Irwindale but they’ve got to go and order seafood and drinks. You and I can go sometime!
OMG I am so going there because of those delicious pictures! I LOVE ceviche and oysters! We should have another bloggers party there or something!