Marisqueria el Barro

Maine Street Cuisine in Cartersville watch out because you have some competition in town! We are usually not seafood fans, and only seek it out when we have a craving. We understand proximity to the ocean is important for fresh fish, and in northwest georgia that can be hard to find. Mariscos has bright acidic flavors, and a surprisingly versatile menu. We were skeptical because of the location- but tried it on a whim and boy are we glad we did! The standout menu items for us where the ceviche and shrimp empanadas. We played it safe getting the salmon and boy i wish we had chosen something else. The salmon was fair, but the flavor wasn’t there for us mostly because it was overshadowed by how incredible the ceviche and empanadas were. The hot sauces are the HOTTEST you will find in this area - not the tomato sauce salsa I find in every tex mex restaurant. This restaurant features aguas frescas something I struggle to find at restaurants in this area. If it was between this coastal restaurant and Maine street I would pick this one because of the creative flavors. The interior is simple and clean. The service is outstanding, although our server admitted to us she was new and still learning, her bright and friendly personality made it a pleasure! If she reads this - the Margarita was too sweet but not so bad we would send it back. All in all we loved it and will definitely be back!

This place was really unexpected. The food was fantastic. The flavors were just right and the presentation was on point. We also go to try out their pina coladas, and let me tell you. Amazing!!!!!! Perfect for summer! You will enjoy this place, I know me and my husband did. 10/10 recommend and will definitely be coming back!

Highly recommend! Under new management since October 2023. Fresh ceviche and aguachiles. The cocktails/mocktails are phenomenal! If you love seafood definitely try it out! We ordered the mojate and seafood mix. ????