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The Five Best Pescados Zarandeados in Los Angeles

Pescado zarandeado is a grilled, butterflied whole fish marinated in a mix of salt, chiles, citrus, and, in some places, achiote paste. It's a flavor bomb that is cooked in steel baskets over charcoal or wood fire. L.A. is the best city in the country to find this dish... if you know where to look.

2:03 PM PST on March 7, 2025

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This article was originally published in 2023.

Here's where you'll find the best pescado zarandeado in Los Angeles.

When people plan on “getting mariscos,” a few iconic preparations typically come to mind: ceviche, tostadas, shrimp or fish tacos, mojarra frita, and perhaps a coctel de camarones.

But thanks to the large Mexican population and its cultural influence on Los Angeles, you'll also find somewhat lesser known regional dishes in the area, including pescado zarandeado.