The perfect beach-town fish taco. Beer-battered white fish, crisp cabbage, and creamy white sauce two blocks from the sand.
Kotija Jr. is the fish taco that defines a San Diego afternoon. The batter is light and golden, the fish is hot and flaky, and the cabbage adds a clean crunch that cuts through the fry. The white sauce is tangy and creamy, applied with enough restraint that the fish stays the star. The tortilla is doubled so it holds together on the walk to the beach. The shop itself is small and unpretentious, and the crowd is a mix of surfers, tourists, and locals who know the order. It is the best fish taco in the city because it understands exactly what a fish taco should be: simple, fresh, and tied to the ocean.
Local tip: Add a squeeze of lime and a dash of hot sauce, then walk it to the OB pier.