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Baja Cantina - Marina del Rey
"New Chef, New Food, New Specials, Same Baja!"
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Baja Cantina is the original Oaxacan style restaurant in the Marina Del Rey/ Venice area. Baja opened in 1975 and has been a landmark for locals ever since. Owners Pat and Gina Phinny have created a unique establishment with an outstanding cuisine and one of a kind ambiance. Whether you're in the mood for a delicious meal or a relaxing cocktail on the patio, Baja is the place for you!
22 Current Reviews
Summary of Diner Ratings & Reviews
Overall
(Very Good)
3.8
/
5
Rating Breakdown 22 reviews
5 stars
(5)
4 stars
(8)
3 stars
(9)
2 stars
(0)
1 star
(0)
Food
(Very Good)
3.8
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
3.9
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
3.6
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
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Diners classify this restaurant as:
- good for groups(15)
- neighborhood gem(10)
- vibrant bar scene(10)
- great for outdoor dining(9)
- hot spot(6)
- kid-friendly(5)
Baja Cantina - Marina del Rey Reviews List
Review 1 for Baja Cantina - Marina del Rey
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Great Experience
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"The chip and salsa were awesome. My entree Mango Enchiladas was so yummy with a touch of coconut. That is to die for. I enjoy everything. The waiter was very honest and he took care of us. Didn't catch his name but he was awesome. Will be back."
Dined on 5/14/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for outdoor dining
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Review 2 for Baja Cantina - Marina del Rey
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"The food and service were both good at this festive Mexican restaurant located close to Venice Beach. I enjoyed my enchiladas and taco while my son and his friend enjoyed a chicken burrito and carnitas. The chips and salsa were plentiful and the waitress made sure that everything was to our satisfaction.
Baja Cantinas is a good choice for an inexpensive yet tasty Mexican meal."
Dined on 5/09/2013
Special Features: great for outdoor dining, kid-friendly
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Review 3 for Baja Cantina - Marina del Rey
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Great hostess staff...honored
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Great hostess staff...honored open table reservation...even though they were very busy with a wait...waiter was very nice and helpful..."
Dined on 04/21/2013
2008
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Review 4 for Baja Cantina - Marina del Rey
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Bad Mgr, Great staff and food
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Upon arrival and telling the seating person of our reservaton on Open Table, the Mgr. came over and was quite rude saying "I blocked all that time off. They shouldn't have been able to make that reservation." Even though we were on time for our reservation, we were then told by the manager that we would have to wait at least 30 minutes.
The seating person then stepped in and told the Mgr. that she could fit us in and did so right away. Thank god for the seating person as we have a 4 month old child and this is why we make reservations. We are not picky about our seats, just the food and were seated, served, and left within that same 30 minute period.
Overall, love this place but that Manager should read this review."
Dined on 04/13/2013
2006
Special Features: good for groups, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem, special occasion, great for lunch, hot spot
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Review 5 for Baja Cantina - Marina del Rey
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
I love this place! Best mole
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"I love this place! Best mole around in my opinion."
Dined on 03/30/2013
2006
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, good for groups
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Review 6 for Baja Cantina - Marina del Rey
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Good, but not great Mexican
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Good, but not great Mexican food near Venice Beach. Inexpensive and generous margaritas. Fast service. We've been here twice and would go again. It gets rowdy later on, but it's okay for families earlier in the evening."
Dined on 03/07/2013
2007
Special Features: good for groups, great for outdoor dining, kid-friendly, neighborhood gem
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Ratings-Only Reviews for Baja Cantina - Marina del Rey
Based on the average of (16) ratings-only reviews
Overall
(Very Good)
3.8
/
5
2 out of 2 recommend this product
Food
(Very Good)
3.8
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
3.9
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
3.6
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic