Tamarindo Del Mar is a Latin American and Mexican fusion restaurant at 1555 Camino Del Mar Ste. 116-117, Del Mar, CA 92014, occupying a sprawling 4,000-square-foot space on the ground floor of Del Mar Plaza. Co-owner Steve and the team opened the doors in March 2021 and quickly turned it into one of the most popular dining destinations on the Del Mar coast. The menu spans classic Mexican plates and creative Latin-inspired dishes, with the Short Rib Tamarindo, Oaxacan Fig Chicken Mole, and Octopus Tacos drawing consistent praise from over 500 Google reviewers. Carne Asada tacos are a fan favorite, and the Peruvian Salmon Ceviche showcases the kitchen's range beyond traditional Mexican fare. One floor above in the same Del Mar Plaza building, Shimbashi Izakaya offers a completely different culinary experience for guests craving Japanese cuisine after a round of margaritas. A dedicated vegan menu ensures every guest at the table has options. The full bar anchors an agave-forward cocktail program featuring house margaritas like the Watermelon and Lavender COCO-Rita alongside an extensive tequila and mezcal selection. Happy hour runs Monday through Friday from 3 to 5 p.m. in the bar area, and Wednesday nights feature a Lobster Night special. Weekend brunch service is available Saturday and Sunday from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. The expansive covered patio with fire-pit tables creates a lively atmosphere on warm evenings, while the indoor dining room stays energetic with curated music. Tamarindo is dog-friendly, wheelchair accessible, and family-oriented with a kids' menu and high chairs on hand. Dinner reservations are recommended, especially on Friday and Saturday nights when the kitchen serves until 10 p.m. Down Camino Del Mar, fellow Mexican restaurant Salt + Lime provides another take on modern Baja-inspired cuisine for diners exploring the neighborhood's vibrant food scene. Catering packages are available for private events and large group orders. Tamarindo Del Mar is open seven days a week, with weekday lunch starting at 11:30 a.m. and weekend hours beginning at 11 a.m.