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Posted Oct 19, 2022
Home to many great taquerias, the best fish tacos in Toronto aren't hard to come by. From battered to blackened and Baja to crispy squid, there are plenty of fish (tacos) in the sea for you to choose from when the craving comes along.
Below is a list of the best fish tacos in Toronto.
Kensington Market
2a Kensington Ave
El Rey Mezcal Bar
This Kensington market spot offers 3 variations of Fish taco - a classic "Pescado Empanizado" made with fried haddock, a crispy squid taco, and an octopus and chorizo.
El Rey Mezcal Bar
Kensington Market
2a Kensington Ave
This Kensington market spot offers 3 variations of Fish taco - a classic "Pescado Empanizado" made with fried haddock, a crispy squid taco, and an octopus and chorizo.
Entertainment District
342 Adelaide St W
The Haam
Fusion
I never thought one place could do two very different cuisines well - but this place does both Tacos and Sushi very well! Their Baja fish, Shrimp and Soft Shell Crab tacos are some of the best!
The Haam
Entertainment District
342 Adelaide St W
I never thought one place could do two very different cuisines well - but this place does both Tacos and Sushi very well! Their Baja fish, Shrimp and Soft Shell Crab tacos are some of the best!
Fusion
Yonge and Eglinton
2107 Yonge St
Taco Clandestina
Tacos, Mexican
This Corn-battered basa fish with guac, cucumber, cabbage slaw, jicama, carrot and chipotle aioli is a crowd favourite. This taco can also be found at their sister spots, Clandestina Mexican Grill & Bar and Fonda Lola.
Taco Clandestina
Yonge and Eglinton
2107 Yonge St
This Corn-battered basa fish with guac, cucumber, cabbage slaw, jicama, carrot and chipotle aioli is a crowd favourite. This taco can also be found at their sister spots, Clandestina Mexican Grill & Bar and Fonda Lola.
Tacos, Mexican
The Junction
2883 Dundas St W
Playa Cabana Cantina
Mexican
These Baja Fish tacos featuring Beer battered fish, mayo, cabbage, jalapeño avocado salsa, and guajillo sauce have a flavour combination that’s second to none.
Playa Cabana Cantina
The Junction
2883 Dundas St W
These Baja Fish tacos featuring Beer battered fish, mayo, cabbage, jalapeño avocado salsa, and guajillo sauce have a flavour combination that’s second to none.
Mexican
Distillery District
18 Tank House Lane
El Catrin
Mexican
Serving traditional and modern Mexican cuisine, the folks at El Catrin know what they’re doing. Try their Baja fish with crispy fried haddock, coleslaw, chipotle lime aioli and cilantro on a delicious flour tortilla.
El Catrin
Distillery District
18 Tank House Lane
Serving traditional and modern Mexican cuisine, the folks at El Catrin know what they’re doing. Try their Baja fish with crispy fried haddock, coleslaw, chipotle lime aioli and cilantro on a delicious flour tortilla.
Mexican
King West
552 King St W
Wilbur Mexicana
Mexican
Don’t count this one out due to its quick-serve nature. This downtown street-food-centric joint is cooking up some of the best in town, along with their house-made chips and selection of condiments. Their beer-battered mahi-mahi topped with crunchy cabbage, pico de gallo and chipotle crema packs a punch of flavour.
Wilbur Mexicana
King West
552 King St W
Don’t count this one out due to its quick-serve nature. This downtown street-food-centric joint is cooking up some of the best in town, along with their house-made chips and selection of condiments. Their beer-battered mahi-mahi topped with crunchy cabbage, pico de gallo and chipotle crema packs a punch of flavour.
Mexican
Koreatown
689 Bloor St W
Tacos El Asador
Mexican
Tacos El Asador is a no-frills, family-run restaurant serving Salvadoran and Mexican Food. The fish tacos here won’t disappoint.
Tacos El Asador
Koreatown
689 Bloor St W
Tacos El Asador is a no-frills, family-run restaurant serving Salvadoran and Mexican Food. The fish tacos here won’t disappoint.
Mexican
Entertainment District
106 John St
La Carnita - John
Mexican
La Carnita has multiple locations, so there’s no excuse to pass them up. Their designs, made by local Toronto street artists, aren’t the only works of art -- their tacos are pleasing on the eyes as well. Choose from their In Cod We Trust or the Big Sur taco (made with crispy, corn-battered sea bass) -- either way, you’re sure to be satisfied.
La Carnita - John
Entertainment District
106 John St
La Carnita has multiple locations, so there’s no excuse to pass them up. Their designs, made by local Toronto street artists, aren’t the only works of art -- their tacos are pleasing on the eyes as well. Choose from their In Cod We Trust or the Big Sur taco (made with crispy, corn-battered sea bass) -- either way, you’re sure to be satisfied.
Mexican
King West
504 Adelaide St W
Campechano Taqueria
Mexican
Started by ex-Black Hoof and La Carnita veteran, the pescado taco here is another must-try. And make sure to try one of their margaritas to wash it down.
Campechano Taqueria
King West
504 Adelaide St W
Started by ex-Black Hoof and La Carnita veteran, the pescado taco here is another must-try. And make sure to try one of their margaritas to wash it down.
Mexican
Kensington Market
225 Augusta Ave
Tacos Gus
Mexican
This top taqueria serves a pan-fried pescado taco stacked with guacamole, cilantro, onions and fresh pineapple.
Tacos Gus
Kensington Market
225 Augusta Ave
This top taqueria serves a pan-fried pescado taco stacked with guacamole, cilantro, onions and fresh pineapple.
Mexican
Entertainment District
291 King St W
Pancho y Emiliano
Mexican
Originally from Oaxaca, Mexico -- Serena -- the head chef of this Kensington Market haunt, strives to maintain the taste of traditional Mexican cuisine with a modern twist. They work with local producers to source high-quality ingredients, which they put into dishes like their Baja fish tacos.
Pancho y Emiliano
Entertainment District
291 King St W
Originally from Oaxaca, Mexico -- Serena -- the head chef of this Kensington Market haunt, strives to maintain the taste of traditional Mexican cuisine with a modern twist. They work with local producers to source high-quality ingredients, which they put into dishes like their Baja fish tacos.
Mexican
Kensington Market
214 Augusta Ave
Pico de Gallo
Mexican
Best known for its famous “Instagram Tray,” which includes 5 Tacos, Torta or Burrito, and Guacamole, pico De Gallo. Be sure to include their mouthwatering Baja-style Fish Taco with your order.
Pico de Gallo
Kensington Market
214 Augusta Ave
Best known for its famous “Instagram Tray,” which includes 5 Tacos, Torta or Burrito, and Guacamole, pico De Gallo. Be sure to include their mouthwatering Baja-style Fish Taco with your order.
Mexican
Kensington Market
69 Kensington Ave
Seven Lives
Mexican
The best tacos in town can be found at this nondescript Kensington Market staple. Once a cash-only hole-in-the-wall with a chalkboard menu, this haunt can now be found on Uber Eats. Try their simple but delectable Baja fish tacos or any of their others. You can’t go wrong!
Seven Lives
Kensington Market
69 Kensington Ave
The best tacos in town can be found at this nondescript Kensington Market staple. Once a cash-only hole-in-the-wall with a chalkboard menu, this haunt can now be found on Uber Eats. Try their simple but delectable Baja fish tacos or any of their others. You can’t go wrong!
Mexican
