Mariscos El Layo — Restaurant in Richmond

This is a take out spot, inside a family grocery store. It's a bit confusing at first but it's pretty easy once you figure out that it's inside the store. The color of the building is lemon green. However when you get inside, you see the food section. The chef was pleasant. It was my first time so I asked him some questions which he answered graciously. I ended up getting two items off the menu. The seafood plate is raw veggies mixed with seafood and served with a side of chips. Very tasty and nutritious for conscious eaters. The portions are really big too. I ate each portion twice. The other chips and Chilli plate is good too. Try it. I ended up spending $40 instead of $25 for the food which I didn't regret. Absolutely good food but the neighborhood isn't the best,...

Well, a pretty unusual place as it's a tiny little take out corner in a small supermarket in Richmond. The owner spoke to us and indicated that he's been there for a year after starting his take out place from his home. But the authorities intervene and now he operates from a little funky corner. But the ceviche and the shrimp aquachiles was excellent, both coming in plastic cups filled to the brim. I would say the aquachiles was the best of the two, filled with shrimp and vegetables, lime and chile. I would definitely come back for...

Excellent service, the guy behind the counter was super friendly and energetic. He clearly takes pride in the food he makes and serving the community. The lemon pepper wings were juicy and crispy and cooked just right. The seasoning was strong, bright, and tangy. Their ranch was incredible -- it's homemade and had the perfect ratio of buttermilk and herbs. Would highly recommend, food and service are both great and...