Fodor's Expert Review Rubio’s Coastal Grill
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Mission Bay and the Beaches
Seafood
Credited with popularizing fish tacos in the United States, Ralph Rubio brought the Mexican staple to San Diego, opening his first restaurant in Pacific Beach where it still stands today. The original beer-battered fish tacos have fried pollock topped with white sauce, salsa, and cabbage atop a corn tortilla.
Quick Facts
Known For:
- The original fish taco
- Taco Tuesday deals—$1.99 fish taco
- $8 lunch specials
