There’s something magical about biting into a perfectly crafted fish taco while ocean breezes tousle your hair.
As a devoted taco enthusiast who’s cruised up and down the California coast more times than I can count, I’ve made it my personal mission to track down the best fish tacos this golden shoreline has to offer.
From crispy beer-battered cod to grilled mahi-mahi topped with tangy slaw, these 10 coastal towns serve up seafood treasures that’ll make your taste buds dance.
1. San Diego’s Ocean Beach: Taco Heaven By The Pier
I stumbled upon my first life-changing fish taco in Ocean Beach during a surf trip gone wrong. Soaking wet and slightly embarrassed, I ducked into a tiny shack where the aroma of lime and cilantro promised salvation…