Arizona might be hundreds of miles from the coast, but that has not stopped its cooks from mastering the crispy, cabbage-topped fish taco. Baja-style means lightly battered fish, a squeeze of lime, and a creamy sauce that ties it all together.
From Tucson taco trailers turned storefronts to funky Phoenix spots and seafood joints down in Yuma, this list rounds up eight places that take their fried fish seriously. Grab some napkins and get ready to plan your next taco run across the state.
1. Taco Fish, Tucson, AZ
Some taco legends start humble, and this one began as a food trailer back in 2012 near the University of Arizona before growing into a proper South 12th Avenue spot.
The tempura-battered fish tacos are the calling card here, known for being tender and juicy inside with a good fry on the outside. Regulars also reach for the tempura shrimp tacos and stuffed chili-marlin tacos…