The Office

While the menu has been thoroughly Americanized (burgers, fries, and the like), and the margaritas come in goblets the size of your head, it doesn’t take away from the fact that this is the quintessential beach cantina experience, thanks in no small part to the unobstructed views of El Arco and deep roots within the community (the owner is Edith, as in Edith’s restaurant and La Coyota). What’s more, the Mexican breakfast, sizzling fajitas, and enchiladas, fresh ceviche and pretty much all seafood-centric dishes are legitimately good.