Sandbar defends ‘Best Fish Taco’ title

Sandbar Sports Grill’s TKO grilled mahi mahi tacos held off the other contenders to win the 10th annual Best of the Beach Fish Taco Contest at the 2023 Pacific BeachFest on Oct. 7. Pacific BeachFest

attendees judged tacos from PB Fish Shop, PB Shore Club, The Local, and Sandbar, which has been the reigning champion of the best fish tacos competition since 2017.

“People love Sandbar’s spicy tacos with the crispy onions on top,” said Sunny Lee, executive director of Discover Pacific Beach, which puts on the annual festival with more than 50,000 visitors.

Pacific BeachFest also included a volleyball tournament, 5k/Half Marathon, beer garden, local artisans, kids activities, and live music on two stages.

“It was a great turnout with thousands of people in attendance,” Lee said. “We are thankful for the community members who participated and volunteered, and we look forward to next year.” Next year’s event is scheduled for Oct. 5.