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Via-Mar Restaurant Express

Highland Park's No-Frills Mexican Seafood Staple

Serving the community since the mid-90s with bright, flavorful shrimp tacos and battered seafood burritos in a casual counter-serve setting.

★ 4.30 · 532 Google reviews PRICE_LEVEL_INEXPENSIVE
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Via-Mar Restaurant Express

What to order

The dishes regulars mention most

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    Soft Shell Shrimp Tacos

    Frequently cited as a top special with great value.

    "I usually get the soft shell shrimp tacos." - Tom Chewing

    Soft Shell Shrimp Tacos at Via-Mar Restaurant Express
  2. 02

    Shrimp Burrito

    A hearty option featuring citrus cabbage and large battered shrimp.

    "Seafood here is deliciously bright and flavorful!" - Derrick Lopez

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Food photos at Via-Mar Restaurant Express

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What customers love

Read between the 532 reviews

Long-term Consistency

Patrons have been visiting for 15 to 30 years, noting the food remains as good or better than ever.

"Been coming here for 15 years... it's the best it's ever been." - TheDead Industry

Flavor Profiles

Reviews highlight the 'bright' and 'citrusy' notes in the seafood preparations.

"The seafood here is deliciously bright and flavorful!" - Derrick Lopez

The story

About Via-Mar Restaurant Express

Via-Mar Restaurant Express has been a fixture of the Highland Park neighborhood for decades, with some regulars visiting for over 25 years. Known for its consistency and 'bright' seafood flavors, this counter-serve spot specializes in traditional Mexican mariscos. While the atmosphere is no-frills and parking can be a challenge on Figueroa, the kitchen continues to deliver well-prepared shrimp specialties that keep the local community coming back for generations.

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Plan your visit

Address

5111 N Figueroa St, Los Angeles, CA 90042, USA

Phone

(323) 255-4929

Hours

Monday: 10:00 AM – 8:30 PM Tuesday: 10:00 AM – 8:30 PM Wednesday: 10:00 AM – 8:30 PM Thursday: 10:00 AM – 8:30 PM Friday: 10:00 AM – 9:00 PM Saturday: 10:00 AM – 9:00 PM Sunday: 10:00 AM – 9:00 PM

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