Blue Marlin Seafood Restaurant
The Blue Marlin
A seafood landmark in the old port district, open since 1996. It grew out of a smoked-fish shop, and its signature is house-smoked marlin.
Owner Homero Ortega, a marine scientist, first opened a fish shop on the site before developing it into a full restaurant. The signature smoked marlin is marinated for about 10 hours in spices, brown sugar and teriyaki sauce, then smoked for 12 hours. Blue crab-stuffed flounder, steamed clams, shrimp bisque, and Mexican-style shrimp cocktail also receive good reviews, and the drinks list is strong. Located on Zaragoza Street near the Catholic church in the old port district, it opens in the afternoon and closes one day a week. Opening hours vary by source, so call ahead to confirm.
Opening hours
About 14:00–22:00; closed one day a week (most sources say Wednesday); call to confirm
Nearby sights
- Malecón & Old Port
- Cerro de la Ballena
- Sandy Beach
- Cholla Bay
- Estero Morúa
- Isla San Jorge
- El Pinacate y Gran Desierto de Altar Biosphere Reserve