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El Capitan Mariscos

El Capitan Mariscos

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El Capitan Mariscos

El Capitan Mariscos brings authentic Mexican seafood to Columbus. The restaurant offers a vibrant atmosphere perfect for couples seeking fresh seafood dishes like aguachile and seafood cocktails. With its casual yet inviting setting, it's an ideal spot for a relaxed date night.

Food quality
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9.25
Service
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9.00
Ambience
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8.50
Value for money
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9.00
Accessibility & Amenities
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8.50
8.95
/10
Our weighted 10-point scoring system for the best date night dining prioritizes culinary innovation, service excellence, and overall ambience.

We consider factors like ingredient quality, menu creativity, and dining experience sophistication. Our assessment combines expert critiques, diner feedback, and firsthand evaluations.
Scores above 9.00 denote the highest quality, signifying the best date night dining experiences.

Public Review Sentiment

10
Google reviews
El Capitan Mariscos receives consistently high praise for fresh seafood and authentic Mexican flavors. Diners particularly commend the generous portions, reasonable prices, and friendly service. The aguachile and seafood cocktails are highlighted as standout dishes.
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Best Times to Visit

El Capitan Mariscos

For the optimal date night experience, visit Thursday through Saturday between 5 PM and 8 PM. The restaurant maintains fresh seafood selections and vibrant atmosphere during these peak hours.
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Buzzing
Fridays 2 PM
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Weekdays 11 AM
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Category
Casual Dining
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Cuisine
Mexican Seafood
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Dishes
Ceviche
Fish Tacos
Seafood Boil
Shrimp Cocktail
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Price
US $20-40
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Features
Casual Dining
Authentic Cuisine
Family-Friendly
Hidden Gems
Local Brews
Locally Owned
Lunch Specials
Takeout Available
Walk-Ins Welcome
Wheelchair Accessible
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El Capitan Mariscos
Opening hours
Monday
11:00 AM
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10:00 PM
Tuesday
11:00 AM
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10:00 PM
Wednesday
Closed
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Closed
Thursday
11:00 AM
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10:00 PM
Friday
11:00 AM
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10:30 PM
Saturday
11:00 AM
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10:30 PM
Sunday
11:00 AM
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9:00 PM

How to get there

By Car
Located on Sullivant Avenue in the Hilltop area. From downtown Columbus, head west on Broad Street and turn south onto S Roys Avenue, then west onto Sullivant Avenue. The restaurant will be on your right.

By Rideshare
Easily accessible via Uber or Lyft. Set the destination as 3861 Sullivant Ave, Columbus, for direct drop-off at the restaurant.

Location

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